
Nothing transforms a room faster than comfortable, inviting sofas and chairs.
But buying upholstered furniture can be tricky, since you can’t see what’s beneath the fabric.
The term “upholstery” refers to sofas, chairs and other seating with permanently
attached covers of fabric or leather. Before you shop for upholstery, consider
two important criteria for any furniture: form and function. What do you want it
to look like and how will it be used?
No matter which form or function you choose, the comfort and quality of
upholstery are based on what’s hidden: the frame, springs and padding.
Our quick
anatomy lesson
is a great way to better understand the structure
beneath that seat.
We have all the information you need to shop for upholstery efficiently
and confidently. Just click here for a
short course on buying upholstery
or a helpful
glossary of upholstery terms.
Then go back to searching for
the looks you love, the styles that suit you best … and enjoy the shopping.
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