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4/23/10 11:05 PM

When buying a sofa keep in mind what kind of usage it's going to get. Is it for daily family usage or more decorative only? If it's mostly for get togethers, style over substance could work for you and save you a fair bit.

However, if you're looking for a workhorse choose quality! Quality upholstered goods are generally solid hardwood. They're glued and screwed together to prevent joints coming apart and squeaking (unlike gluing and stapling). Legs are usually incorporated into the frame which prevents them from breaking off. Wire spring suspension is a given.

As for the cushions, the measure of resiliency is an indication of how long the foam material will hold its shape. High resilient foam will have a longer useable life than low resilient foam material. Lastly, is the quality of the fabrics comparable?

A good quality sofa is always worth reupholstering.


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3/10/10 1:46 PM