Long day at work? Then all you're probably yearning is arriving home and lounging on a cosy sofa in the peace and quiet of your home. Those few minutes sprawling on the sofa are exactly what you may need to revitalise both body and mind before kicking off your house chores.

Choosing a high-quality sofa for your home or office and for your interior or exterior space is no smooth task. There are several factors which you need to take into consideration if you want to be content with your decision as you will be confronted with different designs, sizes, materials, colours and configurations.

How to Get the Ultimate Comfort on your Sofa

First and foremost, a sofa must be comfortable. It is where you'll be lounging after a hectic day at work so it must ooze comfort. Coupled with the kitchen, the living room is where you'll be spending most of your time at home, so it should be chosen wisely. Do go around the various stores listed on Yellow and try out different options. A particular product may look comfortable on your screen, but when you physically try it out, you may notice it may not be suitable to your posture and your seating positions. Check out extra features which would add more comfort to your couch, such as a reclining function.

Functionality is Key when choosing your Sofa

Comfort is just one important factor out of many. Selecting a sofa which is functional is imperative as it needs to suit your needs and your living space. If you have a small family, opting for a 2 seater or a 3 seater is sufficient. If you have a larger family or you frequently invite friends and family over, a larger type would be more appropriate. Another convenient option to increase the seating capacity of your living room is to add a couple of armchairs, which would make great add-ons with the couch.

In addition, the couch you opt for needs to fit in your living space without hindering entrances to other rooms. It must enhance your living space and create good flow in your home. If, for instance, you're living in a studio flat, and every inch is of the essence, choosing a sofa bed would be sensible to save some precious space. Moreover, if you have small children or pets, an option that comes with a practical sofa cover may be a good idea. 

Choose the Appropriate Sofa Style

An appropriate sofa must be functional, but stylish at the same time. It must match the style and colour of the rest of the furniture in your home, and in the living room in particular, to create harmony and unity in your home. Sofa collections would generally include couches ranging from traditional and classic ones to modern sofas and contemporary ones. Italian sofas are especially renowned for their luxuriousness and contemporary style.

Need some inspiration for a your living room colour scheme? Check out our favourite palettes for the home.

Common Sofa Materials

When going around looking for a couch, you will find a diversity of materials, including microfiber and fabric sofas, faux leather and leather sofas. The one you opt for depends on your budget and your tastes.

What are the Different Types of Sofas?

Sofas come in different shapes and configurations. You can decide on a chaise lounge or on a couch, divan, futon, ottoman, loveseat, recliner or sectional sofa, settee or sofa bed. Depending on your living room layout, you can choose from a variety of linear, L shaped sofas and corner sofas. These stores also have a vast selection of fixed and modular sofas with and without peninsula.

Range of Armchairs available

As with couches, armchairs come in varying styles, shapes and sizes to cater for all tastes, room styles and budgets. Armchairs you can select include Bergere and club armchairs, tub and wingback armchairs, ball and barrel chairs, swivel and reclining armchairs. They can either come in fabric or leather and can include backrests and armrests. Armchairs with power lifts are convenient for the elderly or people with mobility limitations.

If no ready-made couch is to your liking, most shops offer you the possibility of ordering a custom made sofa or armchair with all the desired features. Although a customised one is more expensive, it will surely be a worthwhile investment since all the characteristics will be tailor-made to your preference. 

What Kind of Sofa Accessories can you find?

Along with sofas and armchairs, some shops also offer other types of furniture, including bedroom, dining room and living room furniture, and soft furnishings for sale under the same roof, such as carpets and cushions.

What is the typical cost of Sofas and Armchairs? 

Whatever your budget, there is a sofa for everyone's pocket. Having said that, quality should be one of your top priorities if you want your couch and armchairs to remain in tip-top condition for the years to come and to have a longer lifespan. Most stores have special offers and open days throughout the year if you want a cheap sofa but you don't want to renounce quality.

What Other Additional Services are Offered by Sofa Stores?

Seeing as choosing an appropriate sofa is a very important decision you have to make, some shops offer the services of an interior designer to homeowners wishing to make the most of their living space and who wish to furnish their space in the most stylish way possible. Apart from selling sofas, a number of shops offer repair service in case you prefer restoring your old couch to its original state, rather than buying a new one. Seeing as they are quite bulky in nature, most shops also provide free delivery to your home.

Explore the range of sofa stores located across Malta and Gozo listed on Yellow and find your dream sofa for a cosy relaxing evening at home.