How to Choose the Right Modular Sofa for Your Home?

A guide to choosing a modular sofa

A new sofa is a great way to spruce up your home, whether you’re replacing an old sofa, buying one for your new home or just looking for something a little more practical – we’ve put together this guide to help you find the perfect modular sofa for your home.

What is a modular sofa?

A modular sofa, also known as a sectional sofa, is a sofa that is made up of different pieces that can be configured into different ways. Pieces can be added or taken away at any time to change with life’s needs. The sofa is delivered as sectional pieces making them perfect for homes with small doorways or tight staircases. They are easy to assemble and also disassemble should you move.

What to consider when purchasing a modular sofa?

Sofas are an investment, so before rushing into buying a modular sofa there are some things to consider, including:

Size and shape of the space

Measure the size of the space you’re planning on placing the modular sofa to ensure you’re choosing a sofa that fits, but also looks good in the space. Consider how many people will be using the sofa and if the sofa will be big enough to fit everyone. Finally consider the shape, would a modular corner sofa look better or just a standard two or three seater. The great thing about modular sofas is you can change the configuration at any time to suit different rooms.

Durability and Quality of the Sofa

Choosing a quality sofa is important and a true investment. Pick a sofa that is durable and has the ability to last with frequent use. At Habbio, our sofas are built to last with the environment in mind. Our sofa frames have a 15-year frame guarantee and our fabrics are robust and naturally stain resistant

Price

It’s important to purchase a sofa within your budget. However, choosing the cheapest option isn’t always the best one in the long run. Even though a lower end sofa may seem like a good idea, you may find yourself replacing the sofa more often – costing you more in the long run.

Comfort and Appearance

Pick a sofa that is both comfortable and matches the aesthetic of your home. Modular sofas are often considered less comfy and less stylish than a typical sofa, however, this isn’t true. At Habbio, comfort and style are at the forefront of our minds when designing our sofas – so you’ll never have to compromise on either.

Modular sofa styles and shapes

There are a few different types of modular sofa styles to choose from, including:

Corner Sofas

Available in small, medium and large with availability to add sections or remove sections whenever required – corner sofas are a great way to fill a corner of your living room or create a living space in an open plan home.

Chaise Lounge Sofas

Chaise lounge modular sofas are great for people looking to stretch out and relax, our chaise lounge unit can be easily added to our other sofa units to add a place to lounge. We have both right and left chaise lounge units.

L-shaped Sofas

L-shaped sofas have an extended side and a shorter side which creates the ‘L’ shape. Either add an additional sofa piece or add a chaise lounge to create the ‘L’ shape – perfect for those looking for extra seating or place to stretch out.

Two, Three, Four Seater Sofas

A more traditional sofa shape, you can add or take away sofa units at any time to transform your sofa from a two seater to a three seater, four seater or even bigger. At Habbio, our sofa ranges can be made bigger by purchasing extra sofa units or switching arm styles – our sofas are designed to grow with you.

Time to measure up: How to measure your space for a modular sofa

Measuring your space is crucial to ensure you’re purchasing the right size modular sofa. To measure your space, check out our helfgul tips below:

1. Determine where you plan on placing your modular sofa.

The first step is to determine where you plan on placing the sofa, this will help establish the size and style of modular sofa suitable for your home. To help identify a space, you can use rope or fabric to box out the area ready for measuring.

2. Measure the space.

Once you’ve decided where you plan on placing your sofa, measure the length, width and height of the space available. We recommend adding at least two feet of clearance around the sofa.

3. Compare the space available with the sofa’s measurements.

Once you’ve got the measurements you can compare them to your chosen sofa style and ensure this will sit comfortably in the space. The great thing about modular sofas means that they can be tweaked to fit the space perfectly. All Habbio sofa measurements can be found on our website.

A Habbio modular sofa: easy to assemble, sisassemble and move

At Habbio, our sofa styles HB01, 2, 3 and 4 are all modular, meaning with extra units they can be reconfigured to create the best shape for your living room. With a modular sofa from Habbio, you invest in a sofa that grows with you and can adapt to suit your changing needs.

We believe our sofas should be comfy, stylish and convenient, we never want you to struggle so all of our flat pack sofas can be disassembled, carried by two people and reassembled again in a new space, meaning you’ll never be forced to leave a Habbio behind when you decide to move. Our sofas squeeze through the narrowest of corridors and up the steepest of stairs, designed for minimum hassle and maximum comfort.

Find out what our customers think about our sofas

“HB04 Small Right Chaise Sofa” We contacted the firm both online and over the phone. The online respond time was excellent and so was the follow up. Customer service over the phone was also good and very informative and helpful. As we progressed to the ordering team it felt we were not kept informed as much as we had hoped. Order turned up on time and went smoothly. Product is as we expected. We purchased the small 2-seater chaise sofa. We like the design, the fabric and colour. It is small, fitting into our very little home very well but feels roomy and spacious when sitting on. The sofa provides good support and we like the sewing choice that has a homemade feel. We were aware the covers on the sofa is not removable for washing but we love this design and so made the purchase. We then end up putting blankets / a throw over it to protect from dirt / spillage.

October 2024

Got the swatches quickly and the sofa is FAB!! Got the swatches quickly, the website is easily navigable and now we’ll see! Selected the fabric, purchased the sofa and when it arrived we were thrilled! Everyone who comes into our redecorated living room is impressed.

Janet, August 2024

How we can help!

If you’re looking for a stylish sofa that is both comfortable and eco friendly – our friendly team are here to help. Order a swatch sample today or get in touch with any questions.