Sofas
Sofas advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Sofas
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The 9 sofa bed buying mistakes to avoid at all costs - pitfalls that could turn a dream purchase into a nightmare
Don't lose sleep over your sofa bed choice – from mechanisms to measurements, here's how to get it right
By Amy Cutmore
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Where to place a sofa for feng shui - key factors to consider for promoting harmony in the living room
If you're striving for balance and harmony in your living room, here's where your sofa should be
By Katie Sims
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Will a modular sofa future-proof your living room? Experts reveal if this emerging trend is worth investing in
Are modular sofas the future of living room seating or just a passing trend?
By Sara Hesikova
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I've been an interiors editor for over 20 years, and I predict this is the hottest new colour trend for sofas
You heard it here first
By Heather Young
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5 sofa styles to avoid in a family living room – the styles experts warn will spell disaster for busy families
Avoid choosing these sofa styles in a family lounge, warn experts – these are the styles you should be investing in instead
By Sara Hesikova
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I tested Cocoon's smallest three-seater sofa bed – it allowed me to sleep two guests in my tiny spare room
Our Cocoon sofa bed review finds the Alice three-seater a great option for those who are tight on space. Plus, it's *actually* comfortable to sleep on
By Millie Fender
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This is how experts effectively remove oil stains from fabric sofas without leaving a trace
The expert-approved guide to successfully getting rid of oil stains from a sofa
By Sara Hesikova
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The award-winning Emma Sofa Bed is reduced by £600 - but you don't have long to snap up this comfy favourite
This is your final chance to buy this game-changing sofa bed as it's due to be discontinued
By Rebecca Knight
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Should you put a sofa in a kitchen? Experts explain whether it's a faux-pas or the cherry on top
Is this just a cosy seating arrangement that should be left to the living room?
By Louise Oliphant
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MADE.com's popular Avarna garden sofa has had a striped makeover – and people are losing their minds
The brand has released its Avarna garden sofa with a new designer look – and it’s the cheapest we’ve seen a design like this
By Sara Hesikova
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How to clean sofa cushions without using any nasty chemicals in the process
It couldn’t be simpler
By Lauren Bradbury
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Aldi's sellout £200 outdoor rattan corner sofa is returning to stores in May
It's so sought-after for good reason
By Jullia Joson
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Tesco's designer-look modular sofa set is the star of its returning outdoor living range – and it's less than £300
It's a steal for small gardens
By Jullia Joson
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How many of these sofa buying mistakes have you made?
Investing in a new sofa can be expensive, so don't waste your money by making these errors
By Amy Cutmore
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DUSK has launched a garden furniture range of luxury-style rattan sofas at budget-friendly prices
This is our editors’ insider secret to getting the quiet luxury garden furniture look for less
By Sara Hesikova
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Did you know you could be allergic to your sofa? Expert shares how you can tell and what to do about it
Everything you need to know about sofa allergy – what it is and how to treat it
By Sara Hesikova
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Dunelm's new curved sofa looks designer – but is a fraction of the price of high-end alternatives
At £600 it’s an affordable designer lookalike
By Sara Hesikova
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Should you mix and match sofas? These design experts reveal the answer and deliver their styling tips
Eclectic decor is in - but here's how to make mismatched sofas work
By Holly Cockburn
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Argos has slashed the price of its bestselling Habitat Kota sofa bed – including the new boucle version
But the offer ends today, so hurry
By Jullia Joson
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Fred Sirieix is nailing the mid-century modern look, championing this sofa colour that is set to be big news in 2024
Interior stylists love its versatility
By Jullia Joson
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5 reasons you should think twice before buying a faux leather sofa, according to experts
If you want a sofa that lasts, faux leather probably shouldn’t be your first choice…
By Lauren Bradbury
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What colours go with a grey sofa – interior stylists reveal how to style this shade for maximum impact
Personalise this popular sofa colour choice to your own individual style
By Sara Hesikova
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The cost to reupholster a sofa vs buying a new sofa – which is the cheapest (and best) option for you?
We’ve weighed up the options for you
By Lauren Bradbury
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Should you put a sofa in front of a window? Design experts all agree this is the ideal arrangement
Working out where to put a sofa in a living room? Experts reveal why you shouldn't put it in front of a sofa
By Katie Sims
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6 secret tricks stylists use that can make any sofa look more expensive
Upgrade your sofa with these simple styling tips
By Sara Hesikova
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This Chesterfield sofa is the comfiest we've sat on – and it's on sale at the best price we've seen all year
A Chesterfield that's *actually* comfy and doesn't break the bank? Sign us up...
By Jullia Joson
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How to choose sofa upholstery - 7 tips for durability, pattern, and clever colour choices
We've brought in the experts to decode exactly which sofa fabric is best for your home
By Holly Cockburn