Buying a new couch is a sizeable investment, so it’s essential to decide whether the one catching your eye is appropriate for your home and needs. Corner sofas are just one of several options available – but are corner sofas a good idea, and should you buy one? Let’s take a look…
What are Corner Settees?
Corner sofas, also known as L-shaped sofas, are a style of couch that features two seating sections connected by a 90-degree angle. They’re designed to be pushed into the corners of rooms or can be placed centrally to divide an open-plan area.
What are the Benefits of a Corner Sofa?
Here are the many advantages of a sofa for corner areas:
Space-saving design
Corner sofas help you to make the most of your living space, especially in uniquely shaped or smaller rooms where space is a commodity. Thanks to their right-angled end, these sofas slot comfortably into the corners of your lounge area, freeing up the rest of the room and making it feel more open.
Encourages social interaction
Sofas for corner areas are great for social households or those that frequently host guests. Unlike straight sofas with no direction switch, the layout of a corner sofa means that individuals face inwards towards each other, making chit chat or playing board games together much more effortless.
Enhanced comfort
The seat where the two sides meet, otherwise known as the corner cushion, offers an additional luxury – the opportunity to stretch out, relax or nap. Only if shoes are removed, of course!
Versatility
Some corner models are modular, meaning the seats can be adjusted, removed or added to if you desire. This gives you the freedom to rearrange your corner settee as you need, extend it, and even upgrade it with fancy elements such as integrated coffee tables.
Stylish designs on offer
Given how popular they are, corner couches are available in an array of stunning designs, styles and finishes, ensuring there’s a model perfect for all home decors. Our collection of sofas for corner spaces is vast, and includes settees crafted with ultra-luxurious fabrics in a selection of textures and shades.
Which Sofa Facing Layout is Best for You?
You also need to decide whether you need a left or right-hand corner sofa.
- Left-hand facing (LHF) – Left-hand corner settees have their corner and shorter seating section to your left as you’re looking at your sofa.
- Right-hand facing (RHF) – Right-hand corner settees have their corner and shorter seating section to your right as you face the front of your sofa.
While sofa style is down to personal preference, whether it should be left-hand or right-facing depends on your room layout and where you intend to place it. To work it out, imagine where the ‘L’ section of the settee would be positioned in your room as you look at it – if it’s on your right, you’ll need an RHF and if it’s on your left, an LHF.
Is a corner sofa the best option for you?
Deciding whether an L-shaped couch is best for you comes down to a few factors. Firstly, do you want your settee to fit into a corner in your living room? And do you require more seating? If you do, a corner model is a no-brainer. However, if your space is small or compact, a corner sofa may take up too much of the room or even make the area feel unbalanced and cramped. In this case, a standard two, three or four-seater settee may be more suitable.
Speak to the Sofa Experts About Corner Couches
A new corner sofa can completely lift your lounge and provide a solution to your unique room layout. We’re an established, family-run settee manufacturer with many years of experience in the industry, and our team are always on hand to help you find your dream couch.
At Sofas and Friends, our exclusive sofa ranges offer supreme quality, style and an unrivalled seating experience. Plus, thanks to exceptional craftsmanship, you can expect any settee from us to look and feel incredible in your home for many years.
Feel free to contact us today for specialist advice and recommendations – we’re always happy to help our customers find the best sofa for their needs.