When furnishing your home, finding the perfect sofa is a top priority. Beyond size and design, the right material will ensure this piece of furniture blends with your lifestyle and aesthetic while standing the test of time. With this in mind, here are a few sofa materials to consider. 

A Buyer's Guide to Sofa Materials

1. Linen 

Linen upholstery gives a sofa a classic, clean, and traditional look thanks to its softness and natural fibers. While this material offers comfort, versatility, and eco-friendly beauty, linen wrinkles easily and is prone to wear and tear. As such, linen sofas are best in low-traffic areas or rooms that aren’t used frequently. 

2. Cotton

Cotton is a popular choice for sofa upholstery due to its durability, breathable fibers, and the ability to remove cotton covers and easily wash them. Like linen, cotton is prone to some wrinkling. In addition, while cotton is a great material to dye various colors and patterns, this material also easily absorbs stains and spills. 

3. Leather 

Leather is a celebrated material for sofas as it adds a touch of luxury and sophistication to your interior design. Better still, leather is low maintenance, durable, highly resistant to stains and spills, and can look dynamic and beautiful with age. Leather couches are not ideal in extreme heat or cold and may carry a higher price tag than other sofa options due to the quality of the material and the longer lifespan. 

4. Wool

Wool sofas are soft, elegant, resistant to mold, and insulated. Wool repels moisture and allergens, making it an excellent choice for households with dust or pet dander allergies. Avoid wool if you live in a hot climate as this material will trap heat. 

If you’re looking for a quality sofa to furnish your family room or business, Bayles Furniture is the perfect destination. With a 16,000 square foot showroom in Rochester, NY, residents throughout Monroe and Ontario counties can depend on this local, family-owned company for premium furniture and unbeatable service. Call them at (585) 742-1360 to connect with a friendly and knowledgeable member of their sales team and visit their website to learn more about the brands they carry and the warranties they offer.