It may be time for a new sofa, but the terrifying prospect of sofa-shopping online might leave you watching Netflix on the floor instead. Too often, a cyber search for the ideal loveseat, sleeper sofa or sectional ends in frustration, or even worse, a penitent purchase. However, don't be intimidated by the vast online world — if you take the right precautions, purchasing a sofa online can be a shockingly pleasant experience. The key is restraint. Not in size, shape or shade — feel free to go as big and as bold as you want - but in letting impulsiveness get the best of you. Before buying, take time to consider space, fabric, and style. Make sure to think about your lifestyle too. Don't just click "Buy."
Behold our little guide to purchasing a sofa online
Measure your space
Buying a sofa online can feel like a leap of faith. To soothe your worries, start with this simple step: measure.
There are a number of things to consider before purchasing your new sofa, but the most important consideration is how the furniture will fit in your space. You'll need to know a few different measurements: first, get the raw numbers for the length and width of the room in which your sofa will reside.
Yes, you might be able to squish an 84-inch sofa into your space — but will your guests be squished too? This can also help you decide between a standard rectangular sofa and a sectional. After all, nothing makes a cramped space feel tighter than an awkward sofa leg jutting across the floor. After this, pick a sofa height and depth that feels right for you. Try comparing the dimensions of any piece that you're considering buying to a piece you can experience in real life, even if it's not a perfect comparison.
Consider your needs
Shopping for a sofa sparks many questions, as it should since it’s quite the investment. What room do you need it for and what types of sofas can you choose from? What are they made of? It turns out that what lies inside and how well it’s crafted matters a great deal if you want your sofa to last for years to come.
The many different types of sofas available are categorised by overall silhouette, arm style, and back shape. From chaise lounges to manhattan sofa beds, it is safe to say there are a plethora of sofas available to suit your every whim and fancy.
Your lifestyle and décor preferences will drive the choice between the vast world of sofas. You also need to consider the style of your space and how much you will use the sofa. Is it meant for entertaining or for everyday family use? Does it need to hold up for use by groups of teenagers or will it sit in a lesser-used room of the home?
Think about what you want out of your sofa and try catering to that need whilst keeping it with the aesthetic of your room.
Search, search and search for the sofa of your dreams
Now that you have done the necessary evaluation, get into surfing the web for all that it holds. There is a range of online platforms that sell furniture but look out for the ones that offer you the best deals, variety, and customer support.
The upside to shopping online is that you are not confined to what is available in a store and you can let yourself roam free through the millions of pages until you strike gold or, in this case, a lovely deep green chesterfield that will complement your living room perfectly.
Look for a deal
Before committing to your perfect sofa, look for discounts, deals, promotions and promo codes - anything that will help take off an extra layer of financial burden.
No deals to be found? If your sofa -buying needs aren't urgent, consider waiting for a major sale. These events are often centred around major holidays or long weekends and can dramatically decrease the price you pay. However, you might not have to wait around for these deals with new convenient payment options taking over and making life just a thousand times easier for us poor lost souls.
The revolutionary idea of buying now and paying later has struck the online scene with payment options like Afterpay, Oxipay, ZipPay, and Zipmoney coming into light. These options allow you to buy the sofa of your dreams now and pay it off in easy instalments with zero interest.
Key takeaways
Do not be afraid to traverse the online universe for your needs. In this day and age, driving to a furniture shop to cater to your sofa needs seems sort of archaic. For more information on how to pick the sofa of your dreams, visit Simple Deals.
