Build the Foundation of Your Living Room with a Sectional Sofa
The first step you will want to take when choosing your
sectional is to grab your handy tape measure and, well, measure! Take note of
the size of your floorplan, plus its shape. Is your living or family room an
even square, a rectangle, or something else entirely? Pay attention to how the room is sectioned
off from the rest of the house—are you in an open layout with no obvious
demarcations between the rest of the space, like in a studio? Or is every room
neatly walled off? Are you planning on walking around the sofa frequently to
access different areas of the room, or will it be placed neatly against the
wall, or nestled in a corner? Once you take measure of your space, it will be
much easier to shop.
Choose the Right Shape for Your Sectional Sofa
When it comes to the shape of the sectional sofa you’re
looking to buy, you have three choices. The first and most common choice is the
L-shaped sectional. These can either come with two armrests on either side, or
an armrest on one side and a chaise lounge on the other, in either right-facing
or left-facing configurations. The second is a U-shaped sectional, which
provides seating on three sides, with or without armrests, where visitors and
family members can face each other. Lastly, there is the curved sectional, that
has a more organic, semi-circular shape, unlike the first two options which
have sharper angles and edges. When deciding, plan for who will be using it
most. If you have a large family or typically host lots of parties, a U-shaped
sectional might be ideal. However, if your needs are much smaller, then perhaps
an L-shaped loveseat is more your speed.
Sectional Sofa Bells
and Whistles
There are a number of additional options you can choose from
when selecting a sectional sofa. The first thing you will want to decide is if
you need a stationary or modular sectional. As the names suggest, stationary
sectionals remain in one place as an entire unit, whereas modular sectionals
can have pieces removed or added to, to create either individual seats or to
expand it. There are also sectionals with built-in sleeper beds, for such
occasions when you need to accommodate friends or family who spend the night.
Lastly, reclining sectional sofas are available for families who like to take
their relaxation to the next level.
You can find all of these kinds of sectional sofas and more
at Jerusalem Furniture in Philadelphia, PA, at prices you won’t believe. Visit our store to see our wide selection of sectionals in different design styles, upholstering
fabrics, and comfort levels. You won’t truly know what sectional sofa is right
for your home until you see it in person! And don’t forget to bring your
measurements.