5 Common Errors When Purchasing a Sofa Online

The days of going from furniture store to furniture store to sit on, scrutinize, and (hopefully) buy a sofa are long gone.
With online shopping, you can now browse thousands of sofas from hundreds of retailers and buy your ideal piece of furniture with the click of a mouse.

Online shopping has made purchasing furniture more convenient, especially for larger items such as couches.
However, purchasing a sofa without first seeing it increases the likelihood that you will end up with a piece of furniture that you are unhappy with.

Worst-case scenario: You must deal with the inconvenience of returning the item.

Take note of these common mistakes people make when ordering a sofa online to avoid a major headache.

1. Not Measuring the Size

Even if you have enough room for a larger couch, that doesn't mean you should. This is why paying attention to a couch's measurements is critical, especially if you aren't seeing it in person. Take out a tape measure and mark the exact location of the sofa in your living room.

Make sure the sofa does not dominate the space. A large sofa crammed into a small space will obstruct traffic flow and become an annoyance rather than a source of comfort.

Instead, choose a sofa that will enhance rather than obstruct your space.

2. Choosing Design Over Comfort

When ordering a couch online, a common mistake is failing to consider its comfort level.

Many times, people purchase a sofa based on its design rather than its comfort. To avoid this, we suggest reading customer reviews to get a better sense of how the sofa feels.

Consider the materials used, cushioning, and other features that may affect your comfort.

3. Ignoring Shipping Costs

Even though most people create a budget before purchasing a couch, many overlook shipping costs or assume the sofa will ship for free. Several retailers provide free shipping, but many do not, particularly on large furniture orders.

When shopping online, it's critical to consider the cost of shipping, as it can make a significant difference in the total price you'll pay for your sofa.

4. Choosing the Incorrect Fabric

One of the most common mistakes people make is failing to select a suitable sofa fabric for their lifestyle requirements. Consider how much and what type of use your couch will receive. Will it, for example, be used sparingly, or will it be in the main hangout area for children to play on while watching TV?

If you have pets or children, you may want to choose a stain- and scratch-resistant performance fabric. High-quality leather is less difficult to clean and develops a lovely patina over time.

5. Failure to Measure Doorways

Before purchasing a couch online, you must first measure the doorway to your home. It's an incredibly common step that people overlook. The last thing you want is to have your new sofa delivered only to discover that you can't get it into your house!

If you believe it will be a tight fit, double-check all doorway measurements. You can also ask the retailer if the couch has removable legs or if it comes partially assembled.