The sofa can be called the second bed in the home, and comfort is an essential element. However, there are many kinds of sofas on the market, and it is difficult to choose one.

So, how should we choose a high-quality sofa? We should choose from the following eight aspects.

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✦Sofa Material✦

If you have enough money, you can choose a leather sofa. Remember to choose the first layer of leather, not the second layer. If you have a small budget, you can choose cotton and linen fabrics, which are textured and durable, and you don't have to worry about pets at home. If you don't plan to use the sofa for a long time, you can also choose technology fabrics. The price should not be too high, otherwise it's just a waste of money.

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✦Sofa filling✦

The filling material of the sofa must be high-density sponge, not doll cotton, latex cotton and low-density sponge. The density of the sponge at the seat position should not be less than 45. The low-density sponge has poor support and is difficult to get up after sitting down. You must remember: the higher the density, the heavier the sofa, not the higher the density, the harder the sofa. Don't buy a sofa filled with all down or all latex! The price is high, although it is soft, the rebound is poor. When you first lie down, the wrapping feeling is comfortable, but it will be very tiring after a long time, which is especially unfriendly to the elderly.

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✦Sofa size✦

The golden size of sofa:

1. Don’t choose a seat height that is too high. 35-45 cm is just right. If it is too high, your feet will be hanging in the air.

2. Don’t choose a seat that is too small. The seat depth should be more than 70 cm to fully support the legs, which is the most comfortable.

3. The backrest should be at least 55 cm high and can hold the head. An adjustable headrest is not very useful. The sofa will not be adjusted frequently after it is moved home, so it is enough to choose one with the right size.

4. The feet should either touch the ground to eliminate sanitary dead corners, or be higher than 13 cm to facilitate cleaning.

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✦Sofa frame✦

Don't choose eucalyptus or core board frames for sofa frames, as they are prone to insects and collapse. You can choose pine, beech or high-quality metal frames.

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✦Sofa structure✦

Don't buy a sofa with only bandages. Although bandages have good elasticity, they are prone to collapse or breakage when used alone. Buy a sofa with serpentine springs and bandages. Serpentine springs have support and toughness, and bandages provide sufficient elasticity, making them both durable and comfortable. For sofas, choose a fabric backing instead of non-woven fabrics. Non-woven fabrics take a long time to use and will have a hole if you poke a finger at them.

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✦Sofa back panel✦

When buying a sofa, you should choose one with a backboard, as the overall structure is more sturdy and durable. Especially for sofas whose backs are not against the wall, they should not be used empty, as they are easily damaged.

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✦Sofa layout✦

Don’t buy an L-shaped sofa with a chaise longue in a small apartment, as the chaise longue will occupy the already tight activity space. Buy a large two-seater or three-seater sofa in a straight row. Don’t buy a lazy sofa, which not only takes up space but also has poor support.

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✦Online sofa shopping✦

Be careful when buying sofas online! Especially for unknown brands of sofas, it is common that the pictures do not match the pictures. When buying a sofa, you should pay attention to the real pictures in the reviews. Moreover, the price may seem very low, but it is often just for show. It is safest to see the sofa in person.

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When choosing a sofa, remember not to blindly pursue a high price. The most important thing is to choose the right one according to your real needs.

After mastering the above eight points, you can basically choose a sofa with ease. I hope we can all choose a sofa that we are satisfied with.