by KRISTEN PHANG

We all adore the Scandinavian style: It’s simple, refreshing and chique.

It is the perfect design choice for the urban, modern lifestyle.

And just by purchasing a Scandinavian sofa, you have all the things you need to transform your home into this trendy Scandinavian style - and you can do it without renovating or buying additional furniture for your rooms.

Want to learn how? Let us show you 5 key features you must have in your Scandinavian sofa, and the 3 smart transformations you can use for 2021.

by KRISTEN PHANG

Sending your sofa for repair rather than throwing it out is a smart move.

It restores your sofa at a high-quality with affordable price, giving your sofa a few extra years of life. 

But there are cases where repairing a sofa costs more than buying a new one; hence, repairing or reupholstering your sofa is not always the best option.

In this article, we will go through:

• what contributes to the cost of sofa repair;
• whether it’s worth it to send your sofa to a repair shop;
• the ways you can save costs on repairs without compromising the quality of your sofa.

Sofa covers add a lot of functional value to your sofa. They protect it from stains and dust; have many design choices; are easy to clean; and are much more affordable to purchase and maintain.

However, choosing a well-fitted sofa covers and maintaining their crisp, clean look can be a bit of a challenge.

In this article, you will learn how to choose sofa covers that suit your preference, and how you can keep their fresh look for years to come.

Step 1: Finding the Right Size

The first thing you need to do is to measure your sofa.  

Sofa covers are made for all kinds of upholstery: loveseats, L-shaped sofas, armchairs, stools, dining chairs, recliners and many more.

Hence, it is important to know what dimensions you are working with:

The Breath of Your Sofa Start from the bottom edge at the back of your sofa, then over your backrest and seat and stop at the bottom edge in front of your sofa. This will ensure that your whole sofa is covered.

The Length of Your Sofa This includes the outer bounds of your sofa’s armrests.

The moment you look at a chesterfield sofa, you know it has an antique history behind its creation; it is a relic of the past pluck that blends surprisingly well within our modern setting.

That’s why chesterfield sofas are so popular: they can adapt to the style and tone of various locations while retaining their own regal identity.

With this in mind, how can you make use of its heritage to style with a chesterfield sofa?

In this article, we will be looking at how chesterfield sofas have been used throughout the past few centuries and how we can use its stylistic flexibility to our advantage.

by KRISTEN PHANG

The L-shaped sofa was the best playset in our small, cramped apartment.

When we were younger, my sister and I would climb onto the L-shaped sofa and imagined it as a castle, a pirate ship or a trailer. Despite the couch’s bulky size, we had ample space in the 12m² living room to play – until we got scolded by our mother for running around. 

One of the biggest concerns about buying an L-shaped sofa is whether there is enough space for such a large piece of furniture.

But the truth is: L-shaped sofas can fit in any space. They can be feature sections in wide-open living rooms, ideal social settings in small minimalist apartments and areas of relaxation in your garden.

It’s not a question of whether or not the sofa will fit; it’s a question of how.

By following these three easy steps, you will soon find yourself lounging in the living room with your own L-shaped sofa.