How to Shop for a Couch Sectional Sofa – Do Your Research

Research in advance to making shopping for a sectional less intimidating.

Purchasing a couch sectional sofa can be an intimidating task. It’s a major purchase and you’ll be living with your shopping for the next 5-10 years. Here are some tips to help make the task easier.

Do your homework ahead of time and it will save you some headaches when you go shopping. Take time to choose the color and style of the sectional sofa before you start evaluating prices and specific products. For example, if you have children or pets, you may not want to invest in a leather sectional that can get scratched or stained. A stain resistent fabric like microfiber might be a more durable choice.

Measure the space where you plan to place the sectional sofa. You might like a certain style, but find out that it doesn’t fit your home. Make sure you leave space for other accessories like an ottoman or coffee table.

Pick a color scheme that matches the decor of your living room. Take pictures of your living room to use as a reference while you shop. A sofa may look beautiful in a marketing photo, but that marketing photo may have a completely different color scheme.

Set a budget for your sectional sofa. Prices can range from as low as $500 and can go up to $10,000. Although a sectional can me more expensive than a traditional sofa, it’s also larger. You should plan to budget the same amount of money as a sofa and loveseat.

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Introducing the Ellis Dining Collection

What I love most about this set is how eco-friendly it is. It’s made from solid rubberwood, which is one of the most sustainable woods available.

As you might guess, all rubber-based products are made from the latex produced by rubberwood. Once a rubberwood tree completes its latex-producing cycle and dies, it is used to build furniture. So instead of being thrown away, the trees are put to good use in the furniture industry! Rubberwood is strong, flexible, and resistant to fungus, bacteria and mold. Plus, it has a beautiful grain that works perfectly for furniture.

In addition to being very “green,” the Ellis products feature gorgeous oak veneers. Oak is one of the strongest woods out there, and its dense grain makes for an intricate and beautiful natural pattern. I’ll let this photo speak for itself:

 

The Ellis Dining Table is finished with a rich, cashew-toned oak veneer

 

This oak veneer undergoes five layers of finishing to achieve that rich, cashew tone.

 

On sale at midnight. Quantities are limited, and the deal ends in 10 days. Browse now >>>

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Deal Décor at Philz Coffee

We love coffee. In particular, we love Philz Coffee.

We’re so excited that our Shipley Loveseat has found a new home at the original Philz Coffee at 24th and Folsom in the Mission district of San Francisco. 

 

Test-drive our sofa yourself. We’re confident that you’ll find it as comfortable as we do. And seriously – who doesn’t love Philz Coffee?

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Deal Décor vs IKEA : What $500 Can Buy

This week, we’re debuting the Shipley Chesterfield Collection. It’s a gorgeous set, featuring a sofa, loveseat, chair and ottoman. Made from recycled leather with eco-friendly rubber wood legs and a beautiful brass nailhead trim, the Shipleys are sure to please. But they’re more than just a good-looking bunch. With cushions that contain spring bags encased in six-inch thick high density foam, the Shipleys offer luxurious comfort at an unbelievable price.

We decided to do some quick comparison shopping at IKEA, which is often the go-to for budget-minded furniture shoppers. The Shipley Loveseat is on sale on our website for $499, so we wanted to see what $500 could get you at the Swedish home emporium. Here’s what we found:

Karlstad Loveseat, $479

Karlstad Loveseat, $479

It’s a cute chair, but the quality isn’t up to par with our Shipley Collection. The back cushion is made with hollow polyester fibers, and the fabric upholstery is polypropylene. Compare this with our Shipley Loveseat, which has 6-inch thick high density foam cushions with springs. We guarantee the Shipley Loveseat is 100x more comfortable than this IKEA one.

Ektorp Loveseat, $479

Ektorp Loveseat, $479

You don’t always get the best bang for your buck at IKEA. The Ektorp Loveseat costs as much as the Karlstad, but is made of polyester upholstery.

Kivik Loveseat, $429

Kivik Loveseat, $429

The Kivik Loveseat is slightly cheaper at $429. In terms of comfort and lifespan, the Shipley still wins. The Kivik’s seat cushion is made of only foam, while the Shipley cushions contain springs encased in foam for an ultra-luxe and pliant seating experience.

Check out the Shipley Collection now. Sale ends Sunday, September 2.

*Price comparisons are current as of August 23, 2012

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Styling the Shipley Collection

We’re in love with the Shipley Chesterfield Collection! The set includes a sofa, loveseat, chair, and ottoman. Featuring generously rolled arms, button tufting detail, hand-applied brass nailhead trim, and a rich chestnut-toned recycled leather upholstery, the Shipleys look incredibly luxurious and elegant.

This collection goes on sale tomorrow at 9am PT. The deal will only be going on for 10 days, so hurry up! It’s currently only available in California. You can save as much as 42% off the Amazon price tag – only through Deal Décor. See below for a sneak peek:

Sarah, our resident interior designer, has some tips for styling the Shipley Collection.

  • Mix materials. Pair leather with stone, glass, wood or metal.
  • Mix old and new. Combine more contemporary art or lighting to create a personalized style. Or bring in those family heirlooms for statement pieces.
  • Add contrast with surrounding pieces. Pillows can add visual interest with a hint of color or an interesting texture. Combine shapes and sizes.
  • Use a rug to create a focal point and set the tone/ mood for the room.
  • Try switching your furniture around until it feels right. Add a side table. It’s a great place to house magazines, vases and vessels, plus it can be a great talking point. A throw gives your sofa another layer, and adds texture.

Check out the gallery below for some inspiration!

 

 Sarah Alba is an interior designer, stylist and editor based in the Bay Area.

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Thank you to our customers!

A huge thanks to all of our Deal Décor customers. Thank you for all of your support. Send us pictures of you on your new sofas. We’d love to see them. Here’s a picture of the first Deal Décor customer on his sofa sectional!

Have a wonderful and safe New Years. We’re looking forward to 2012!

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Spot the Sofa!

Our Nob Hill sofa can be found in the Mission district in San Francisco! Send us an email to find out its location.

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Deal Décor Tufted Sofa vs. West Elm Sofas

 

 

 

 

 

In the interest of letting our Deal Décor customers and fans understand how much they are saving through shopping with us, I did research and took a trip to West Elm, to scope-out some similar comparatives. Here is what I found!

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What are the Different Types of Leather?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check out the deal going on this week: the Marina Leather Club Chair priced at $169. You might be wondering, what kind of leather is it? The Deal Décor deal of the week is made from bonded leather. Here’s a brief summary on the types of leather that are out in the market:

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What are felt-lined drawers?

Drawers that are felt-lined mean that a felt lining is placed onto a drawer.

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