Fabric sofas

Fabric Sofa Buying Guide

Buying a sofa for your home is a big decision - it's important to make sure the style, size, and material are a good fit for your space. Fabric sofas are popular due to their versatile appearance, comfort and longevity, however, there are several types of sofa fabric available, each with different properties and benefits.



 When it comes to fabric sofas, there are several options which suit various homes and interiors. Whether you want something chic, traditional or child and pet-proof, we’ll help to guide you in selecting the right fabric sofa for your home.

 

Velvet sofas

Velvet is a chic and comfortable choice when it comes to sofa fabric. Super luxurious, it needs a little extra care to stay looking great, but it’s still surprisingly durable if you look after it properly. Velvet has a flat pile, so dirt or pet hairs can be easily wiped away.

When it comes to colour, if you’re looking for something more versatile, we’d recommend a black, navy or grey velvet sofa. For interiors with earthier tones, you can also see brown, blue or green velvet sofas. Expertly handcrafted and designed, our velvet sofa ranges are guaranteed to offer you and your family amazing comfort for years to come.

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Boucle fabrics

Soft and warm, bouclé is a fabric you’ll love to curl up on, with a range of chunky and delicate tactile finishes available. Some of our most popular boucle sofas include the Marble Arch, Tallulah and Downtown.



Choose from various finishes including micro boucle, chunky boucle and feel good boucle, which is made from 70% recycled fabric.

Chenille and woven sofas
Chenille and woven sofas

Chenille and woven sofas

Chenille sofas offer a rich texture which is soft to the touch and super comfy. Like velvet, chenille is a textured pile fabric, reflecting light in different directions giving the fabric an intriguing look.

Good quality chenille fabric is soft and flexible and, when touching the fabric, it should feel cosy, plush and give a good shine.

Woven mix sofas combine the softness of natural cotton and durability of the synthetic fibres. Hard-wearing and flexible, woven mix sofa fabric holds its shape and colour, and its longevity and versatility make it a popular choice for households with children or pets.

Chenille woven fabric sofas are available in neutral, dark and bold colours, making them an ideal option for any interior style.

     

    Lifestyle fabrics

    Designed to withstand almost everything life throws at them, our Lifestyle fabrics are easy clean and easy maintenance, making them the perfect choice for busy families. 

     

    Four-legged comfort

    We believe everyone should feel at home on a sofa they love, including our furry friends. Check out our pet friendly sofas today.

    Gaia sustainable sofa
    Gaia sustainable sofa

       

      Swatch fabric samples

      When deciding on a fabric sofa, sometimes you need to see or feel the material in person. Our Swatch Service allows you to order up to 4 swatches of sofa fabric. Whether you’re undecided on the type of fabric or a colour for your new sofa, the fabric samples enable you to visualise the sofa fabric in your own decor scheme.

       

      Fabric sofa care

      Caring for your fabric sofa improves its longevity and looks after its appearance. It's important to understand a sofa's individual cleaning and care regime - our care kits can be used on the different fabric types we offer, and are great for removing stains, odours and keeping your sofa in pristine condition. For more information on caring for your fabric sofa, read our guide.

      Shop your way

      Need a hand finding the right sofa for you? Browse our range online today or visit us in-store. Our web chat team is available 9am-8pm every day if you have any queries, and you can always give us a call if you need more information. 

       

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