With modern design features, the corner sofa naturally suits a more contemporary home. There are many benefits to buying a corner sofa (sometimes referred to as an L-shaped sofa), and even more when you can fully customise your corner sofa design.
At Supreme Upholstery, while we appreciate all the advantages of a corner sofa, we also know its potential pitfalls. For example, it might be less versatile, and if you’ve custom-made it for a space, it might be tricky to reconfigure your living room and move it to a different spot.
So, we’ve created a blog to make sure you get it right the first time.
A custom corner sofa will undoubtedly act as a statement piece in your living room. By selecting design elements, you can perfectly match it with your existing decor, creating a focal point that brings your living room to life.
At Supreme Upholstery, we believe investing in the perfect corner sofa for your living room will offer a range of benefits in the long run:
Firstly, custom corner sofas can be made to measure to the exact dimensions of your living room, maximising the use of all available space and creating additional seating without overwhelming the room.
When perfectly designed to fit into corners or awkward areas, the corner sofa is a more efficient choice for small or uniquely shaped rooms. They can even be flexible enough to include a sofa bed.
Corner sofa units offer more seating compared to traditional sofas of similar length.
With a custom corner sofa, you can select the exact level of comfort you want. From the cushions’ firmness to the seats’ depth, every aspect can be adapted to meet your preferences, ensuring supportive and luxurious seating.
There are endless design possibilities, allowing you to create a sofa design that reflects your style and taste. You can choose from a wide range of fabrics, colours, patterns, and detailing to customise the sofa to your liking.
Investing in a sofa that reflects your style and lifestyle can create a space that suits your home for the long term.
Corner sofas are a great choice for those who want a large seating area with lots of space for the family to spread out. However, you must consider the size and layout of your living room before buying your corner sofa. If your corner sofa is made-to-order, you will unlikely be entitled to a refund.
The size and shape of your corner sofa will depend very much on the layout and size of the room it’s going into. A corner sofa doesn’t necessarily need to be placed in a corner; however, if it is, you need to be sure whether you need a right-hand or left-hand sofa, so take accurate measurements of each wall before placing an order.
Whilst most sofa retailers can guide you on how to measure up your home to ensure you can manoeuvre your new corner sofa into the desired space, it is essential to remember that it’s your responsibility to check.
So, what should you check?
Will your corner sofa fit through the door and down the hallways?
Are you accounting for leaving a little space between the sofa and the wall?
Once your corner sofa is in place, is there enough space to walk around comfortably?
Speak to your sofa expert about the available space and your home, and they can advise you.
There are many ways you can customise your corner sofa design, but here are some of the common customisations we see here at Supreme Upholstery:
We usually keep to the heights and depths of our standard models: Connemara, Corner Chaise, and Letterkenny. It’s the width that our customers tend to look to change.
However, if you want a deeper seat or slightly higher back for more support, speak to our experienced sofa team.
Why not adapt one of our standard corner units into a U-shape or Chaise option, or even include a sofa bed for even more space.
Supreme Upholstery offers a range of foam grades and thickness options, depending on the model’s style. However, if you’re looking for something softer or firmer, speak to your sofa expert about the possibilities.
Popular choices for corner sofas are the bun foot, the chrome or the tapered leg.
For a truly unique design, design features can be added to your custom sofa design, including piping on the arms, cushions, and facing, various stitching techniques, and a range of stud options.
Like with any furniture, the material you choose for your sofa will depend very much on the style of your home and your situation. There is a range of colour options for both leather and fabric, each with its own textures and visual appeal.
You may have a set colour in mind, be looking for a complementary colour, or want some inspiration for your statement piece. Our website has a selection of fabric and leather choices, so check them out to get inspired.
If you’re considering a leather corner sofa option, check out our helpful blog about Navigating the World of Leather Sofas. Leather can be a more complex material, sometimes requiring more care and understanding than a fabric choice. So choose wisely!
Determining the cost of a corner sofa can vary widely depending on factors such as size, material, customisation options, and brand. Factors such as the quality of materials, craftsmanship, and additional features like the inclusion of a sofa bed can also influence the price.
When purchasing a corner sofa, consider its long-term value and durability. A high-quality corner sofa that fits your needs and style can provide years of comfort and enjoyment, making it a worthwhile investment.
At Supreme Upholstery, our expert sofa team loves working with customers to create the perfect sofa design for their home. Whether they want to maximise the space of a smaller room or provide additional seating for families and friends, we can build the perfect sofa for them.
All our sofas are handcrafted in our Manchester factory using the highest-quality materials. Our custom sofas are constructed with longevity in mind, starting in our wood mill and continuing right through to the upholstery team.
We hunted high and low to find a suitable corner suite but struggled to find the right size and quality. We stumbled upon Supreme Upholstery by accident when I was google searching…I will never go anywhere else !!
Brian and Theresa were brilliant from start to finish, Brian hand building our suite to exactly the size we needed in beautiful leather and delivering in a matter of weeks, not months at a very reasonable price (better than your chains…for bespoke !!!)”