Many of our customers come to us after shopping around at plenty of other stores, which means they’ve looked at lots of sofas that all seem to be pretty similar, just with different names and prices. And that is really what’s so frustrating about furniture shopping: What often differentiates the ... Read More about Sofa Frames: What Kind Are the Best?
Types of Upholstery Fabric
Choosing the fabric for your new upholstered couch may seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Sure, there are lots of colors and textures to choose from, but that’s the fun part! If you are shopping at our site, thestatedhome.com, we’ll even send you samples, so you can spread them out and ... Read More about Types of Upholstery Fabric
Fine Leather Furniture: A Shopping Guide
Let’s say you’ve decided on a leather sofa, chair, or ottoman—how do you decide which leather to select? It can be a confusing decision, with descriptions such as full grain, top grain, split and bonded leather, aniline, and semi-aniline floating about. You aren’t just choosing color, you also are ... Read More about Fine Leather Furniture: A Shopping Guide
Turned Leg, Tapered Leg, or Skirt: Which is Right for You?
You may know instantly whether you prefer your sofa to have a skirt or show some leg, but many people realize they could go either way. Along with sofa arm style, the skirt/leg option can instantly make a sofa more traditional or modern looking. Here’s everything you need to know to help make your ... Read More about Turned Leg, Tapered Leg, or Skirt: Which is Right for You?
Sofa Quality: What Makes One Sofa Last Longer Than Another?
When choosing a sofa (or any other upholstered piece), we tend to go straight to the fun stuff: style and fabric selections. But a sofa doesn’t just need to look pretty, it has to be made well and have quality bones. Remember those TV ads selling slats designed to firm up a sagging couch? Pass! ... Read More about Sofa Quality: What Makes One Sofa Last Longer Than Another?