What to Consider Before Buying a Sofa?

Think stylish, functional and comfortable. Your sofa will be the place you relax (or snooze) after a long day so you want to pick the right one.

With more of us opting to buy pieces of furniture that last, rather than having to replace them every few years, choosing a company that cares about crafting durable furniture that looks great is important.

Built by expert craftsmen in the UK, our Habbio sofa frames have a 15 year guarantee. You can rest assured that your sofa will look great and be comfortable for many years to come.

Buying a sofa is exciting – you may know what type of sofa you want, but if not, we’re here to help. In this blog, we explore everything you need to consider before buying your new sofa.

What to think about when buying a new sofa?

Not a clue what you’re looking for? Don’t worry, we’ve put together some questions that will help you get started.

How much space do you have?
Do you like to stretch out and put your feet up?
Looking for something to grow with you?
What fabric do you like?
What colours do you have in your living room currently?
What style of sofa appeals to you most?

Here are just some of the questions to start asking yourself.

Types of Sofas

You may be familiar with the types of sofas on the market already, but for those that aren’t, we’ve listed the type of sofas on the market below

Each type of sofa has its own benefits, the type that is best for you will depend on the space you have and how you like to relax. If you love to relax with your feet up you may want to choose a chaise lounge sofa or a corner sofa (or you can choose to add a footstool to one of our other beautiful styles). Lacking space but want ultimate comfort? Our two seater sofas will be perfect.

What to consider before buying a sofa?

1. Measure Up

Before you set your sights on your dream sofa that ends up being too big or too small for your space, we recommend measuring your space. Take measurements of the width, depth and height of the space you have available and keep this handy when looking online or in-store.

2. Fabrics

Lets be realistic, if you have pets or children with muddy paws and mucky fingers or if you enjoy a glass of red wine you may want to choose a fabric that is washable, stain resistant and in a darker colour.

If not, then the world is your oyster, think about what colour will suit your space the best and what colour are you going to still love in years to come. We recommend ordering some fabric swatches to find the perfect colour and feel for you. Order some samples from Habbio here. Did we mention that our fabrics are super soft, stain resistant and super hard-wearing too? So, you can enjoy whatever colour you love no matter what lifestyle you have.

3. What features do you want your sofa to have?

Short on space but need some extra space to sleep when guests are round? Choose a comfy sofa bed that is versatile and stylish. Love to stretch out and put your feet up? Opt for a sofa that has the space to do so. Looking for a sofa that grows with you? Why not opt for a modular sofa, simply add or take away pieces whenever you need. Short on space but looking for a stylish, comfy place to rest – a two seater sofa is ideal. Or looking to create a living room space in your open plan home? A corner sofa is great to create a living room area within your home.

4. Quality

Quality is important, not only for your comfort but to ensure you’re getting the most for your money. Sofas aren’t cheap so making sure to buy from a company that cares about quality and durability is important. Look for companies that offer quality guarantees on your sofa or warranties to protect your investment.

5. Budget

Most importantly, what’s your budget? We understand that sofas are an investment, so defining your budget before you begin looking can find the perfect sofa within your budget. With the quote buy cheap, buy twice – when considering your budget, think longevity – investing in high-quality, durable sofa now will help save money in the long run by not having to replace your sofa as frequently.

Sofas From Habbio: Easy to Assemble, Disassemble and Move

At Habbio, we have a range of different sofas to choose from, in a range of colours to suit everyone’s personal taste.

We believe sofas should be comfy and convenient. Handcrafted in the UK, comfort is at the forefront of our minds. Alongside comfort, we never compromise on sustainability, meaning all sofas are hand-crafted with the greatest commitment to the planet.

All 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.

A lot of our sofas are modular which means you can add extra units should you ever want to increase the size of your sofa. We wanted to design a sofa that grows with you and lasts for years to come, no matter your change in circumstances.

We have two seaters, three seaters, corner sofas, chaise sofas and sofa beds to choose from.

Find out what our customers think about our sofas

“A comfy sofa that fitted my needs” I took a long time deciding on a sofa as I wanted one that was more environmentally-friendly, with no animal products in it, that would fit through my narrow Victorian hallway. I found Habbio’s sofas fitted the bill at what I consider a very reasonable price. After receiving my fabric samples, the online ordering was simple, the delivery date confirmed within weeks, and the delivery on time. It took about 10 minutes for the friendly and attentive delivery person to put together the sofa. I’m super happy with my sofa, which I’ve found very comfortable. All in all, a very good experience.

Rosa Dee, October 2024

“Great personal service “ Habbio have been very personal, friendly and responsive in their service. The organisation of delivery was easy, and on the day Sharon kept me informed of timings, which helped a lot. Daniel, who delivered the sofas, was very helpful and assembled them for us straight away. They are definitely quick to assemble! Gorgeous to look at too, the midnight blue colour even better in real life.

Saara Benfield, February 2024

How we can help!

If you’re looking for an eco-friendly sofa, our friendly team can help. Order a swatch sample today or get in touch with any questions.