Choosing the right/best furniture for your home can often be challenging. To help make your choice easy, I have listed a few things to consider before buying. The key things to focus on are: purpose, material, comfort level, color and overall look/appearance.

With a huge variety of furniture in stores, narrowing down to the few selected pieces can be time consuming and challenging. For now, let’s focus on the main furniture pieces for your living and dining room.

If you are a couple with young kids, select furniture that is durable and easy to maintain. Consider the fabric and material it is made of, whether it is stain/water/break resistant and yet practical, good-looking. Kids tend to often spill things, break things, run into things. To make your life easier, go with items that are practical, affordable and most of all safe enough for your little one(s).

Ikea, for example, offers a variety of furniture that looks modern, is easy to assemble and maintain and, last but not least, is very affordable. Who wouldn’t want to get a good bargain nowadays? The Kivik sofa, for instance,

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is a good choice when it comes to price, comfort and practicality. It has washable covers, just what a family with small kids would need. It has a great size, is made of soft, memory foam and is durable. You can pair it with a love seat or chaise lounge or simply have it by itself, depending on the size of your living room.

If you are a couple with no kids or single, you probably want your home to be filled with nice, modern, luxury-looking furniture. Your choices are limitless, as you don’t have to worry about the things a couple with small kids would.   Photo Credit: All Modern

As the sofa is usually one of the main elements in the living room interior the material that best suits for your current status is important.

Cotton/linen is usually the best fabric for families with small kids. Leather can also be a good choice too as it tolerates spills much better than the cotton. Singles or couples with no kids can easily go with suede, leather or any other material of preference.

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Another thing to consider when choosing a fabric however is allergies. If you or any member of your family has sensitive skin or allergies, consider a material that is soft to the touch and also hypoallergenic. Cotton and linen are usually the winners in this category as they are both natural fibers and do not tend to irritate sensitive skin.

The material a sofa is made of also determines the overall look of your living room. Leather and suede tend to give rooms a more modern, luxurious look. Fabric sofas create a sense of coziness and comfort.

In addition to the above, also consider the material the frame is made of. Go for a reliable, sturdy frame versus a flimsy and easily breakable one, even though the price may look too attractive.

Color is also an important factor when selecting living room furniture. Classic colors like black and white will make your room more elegant and sophisticated. Of course you will need to consider the rest of the furniture and decorative accents for a complete, flawless look.

Beige and brown colors tend to give the feeling of warmth and comfort, while bright colors like red, blue, yellow, etc. can definitely invigorate your living room and make a bold statement.

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Whatever your choice of material and color of sofa and chairs, consider the look you are trying to achieve: modern, contemporary, classic or country. Choosing the right furniture for your living room is key, and so is the choice of all other accessories.

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To summarize all of the above: try before you buy, invest in a good frame, check the cushions, focus on the fabric, material, color and, last but not least, measure up – not all size furniture would fit into your living room.

If you are in doubt when it comes to selecting the sofa and chairs that best fit your living room, let Staging With Passion help you. We will provide you with professional advice, or will do the selection and purchase of the items for you. We guarantee you’ll be delighted 😊.