When it comes to shopping for new living room furnishings, there are numerous factors to consider and, while style is always a selling point, practicality and functionality are also key factors. For this reason, we are often asked: Are modular sofas comfortable?
While many elements influence their overall snugness including springs, frames, padding and upholstery, modular sofas are one of the most popular seating choices among professional interior designers. Why? Because not only are they versatile, adaptable and aesthetically pleasing, but they also offer an incredible sense of comfort and ease, making them worth every penny spent.
So whether you’re refurbishing your whole room or just want to refresh sections, our interior experts bring you the low down on modular sofas and what we love about them.
One of the main differences between modular sofas and their regular counterparts is their unprecedented flexibility. In essence, they comprise individual pieces or sections that can be arranged in an almost limitless variety of configurations to suit your specific needs.
FCI London’s senior designer, Cristina Chirila, explains: “Modular sofas and sectionals are made up of individual sofa pieces that connect together, so you can start off with just a couple of elements and build them up as your need grows. Their adaptability is endless, making them the perfect option for clients who are looking for flexibility”.
Whether you’re hunting down a single unit, a U-shaped seating plan or an L-shaped formation that will fit an awkward corner, modular sofas are the berries!
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Chat NowModular sofas offer you the versatility you need to fill your spaces the way you envision them, transforming any sitting room into a contemporary masterpiece. Here are 6 benefits that make them worthwhile.
1. Personalisation
You can arrange as many modules as you want, in any order, to create a perfectly optimised, functional, trendy living space. And because they comprise individual units you can put them in any order, making your furnishings 100% unique.
2. Occasional
Modular sofas can be adapted to suit your lifestyle, so whether you’re entertaining or just watching TV, you can reconfigure them to suit that specific occasion. “Create a cosy atmosphere for an intimate gathering one day and expand on it to accommodate a party of people the next – it’s all entirely up to you”, enthuses Cristina.
3. Customisable
Most high-end modular sofas can be completely customised to suit your style and taste, right down to the smallest details. This enables you to choose the size, shape, colour and upholstery to match your ideal aesthetics. So from leather to cotton and everything in between, the world is your oyster.
4. Transitional
If you’re transitioning from a small apartment to an opulent home, you won’t need to change your furniture just to fill a bigger space. Instead, simply reposition your existing modules, add on some extra pieces and you’ll have a brand new, perfectly fitted look in no time.
5. Transportable
Unlike regular couches, modular sofas come in individual pieces, making them easy to transport. This significant advantage extends to being able to get them through doorways, upstairs and into elevators if necessary, without any trouble at all.
6. Affordable
Modular sofas are ideal for people of all income groups, allowing you to start off small and increase your investment as your budget expands. So you’ll be able to accrue the décor of your dreams without feeling any pressure.
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Modular sofas are known to be exceptionally comfortable because you can arrange them in whichever way suits you best.
Choose to place a chaise longue at one end for a sense of ease or find a unit with additional lumbar support or a state-of-the-art reclining mechanism so you can relax with your feet up.
However, at the end of the day the comfort offered by any sofa depends on its construction so before you make a final choice, examine the following:
Because modular sofas are durable and could last for decades, they are likely to absorb sweat, body oils, dirt, food particles and animal fur over the course of their life.
This buildup could lead to allergic reactions that include coughing, sneezing, watery eyes and nasal congestion, especially if you are sensitive. In order to avoid this, have your sofa professionally cleaned at least once a year and dust it on a weekly basis.
Cristina is quick to tell all her clients that: “Investments are worth looking after, so always make sure you keep your modular sofa in ship shape”. Her helpful tips will allow you to do just that.
Keep it from fading: Most upholstery materials are affected by direct sunlight and any form of heat (including radiators), so to protect your sofa and maintain its vibrancy, make sure it stays away from both.
Maintain your cushions: To stop your cushions from looking deflated, plump them up and rotate them on a regular basis. This will also ensure that they wear evenly.
Clean up spills: “We’ve all been there – that dreaded slip of a cup that fills us all with dismay”, laughs Cristina. “But attend to a spill immediately and your sofa should be fine”. Simply soak up any liquid with a dry cloth by blotting (never rub the fabric as you’re more likely to ingrain it even more) and then dry it with a hairdryer. If the liquid was coloured, use an appropriate upholstery stain remover or contact a cleaning professional right away.
Fabric: Vacuum it regularly to avoid a buildup of dust and have it professionally deep cleaned once a year to keep it pristine.
Velvet: Brush it or vacuum gently using an upholstery attachment once a week. If the pile looks crushed, use a clothes brush to fluff it back up.
Leather: Leather is hypoallergenic and naturally repels animal hair and dust mites. Dust it regularly with a microfibre cloth or give it a light vacuum weekly. Always read the manufacturer's instructions first to make sure there are no special requirements.
When hunting down a modular sofa, make sure you go to a reputable furniture supplier who can guide you through your options. You will need to know everything possible about the upholstery material, structure and padding to ensure that you make a worthwhile purchase.
Leather, Cristina’s optimal choice, is a particularly tricky material to navigate, so read up on it before you go shopping because sometimes labels can be deceiving. These tips on which kinds of leather last longer are definitely worth a peek.
Because modular sofas come in all different shapes, sizes and fabrics and you can start off with just one unit, estimating an exact cost is nearly impossible. So set your budget first and then make sure you spend all of it to get the best quality your money can buy.
The designers at FCI London are at the ready seven days a week to help you make the best decision when it comes to modular sofas and any other quality furnishings you might be interested in. Chat with our design team or pop into our stylish showroom and let’s get the ball rolling immediately.
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