Sofas and couches are long and upholstered pieces of furniture which can be used to sit or lounge. Both terms are interchangeable in colloquial usage. Designers prefer to distinguish between the two.
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1. Affordability
Furniture stores frequently offer discounts and specials. NerdWallet recommends shopping for couches during these times to get the best prices and to avoid spending too much.
Another way to save money is to shop for a second-hand sofa. While you won't have the ability to modify this sofa, it's much more affordable than purchasing an entirely new one. You can find bargains at local yard sales and flea markets and also on the online marketplaces of major furniture stores.
When choosing a sofa, think about the frame's quality. The cheapest options will use mesh or webbing, while better couches have a kiln-dried wooden frame, like beech or oak. There are various quality springs for sofas. The ones that are less expensive have no springs, whereas the ones that are more expensive have serpentine springs and eight-way hand-tied coils.
For the ultimate in comfort and functionality sofas can be fitted with extra features such as LED lighting and power reclining mechanisms. You can also have built-in beds. Include a low-rise table or a coffeetable to your living space as an additional storage option as well as a decorative element. Research all the options available and visit showrooms in order to try out the furniture.
4. Sustainability in the Environment
Fast fashion is something that sustainability experts have warned against. However, it's important to think about the environmental impact large pieces such as couches which are thrown away. A couch that's made from sustainable materials and designed by a local company will likely leave a less carbon footprint than one imported from abroad.
The manufacturing process of sofas is another factor to take into account when determining its eco-friendliness. Does the company use renewable energy sources in its production? Does it make use of recycled materials to minimize waste? What is the way that manufacturing facilities are run in terms protecting the environment and reducing pollution?
To reduce the amount of new furniture that is disposed of in landfills, look for a green couch for sale from an antique or secondhand seller. Many of these sellers offer professional cleaning and repair services to extend the lifespan of a piece and keep it out of landfills for longer. Check out the products on Kaiyo, a marketplace that sells and buys pre-loved furnishings to prevent them from being discarded.
If you want to choose a more sustainable option, look for a sofa made from organic fabrics or sustainably sourced woods. VivaTerra, for example, creates couches in the USA made from wood that is sourced ethically and organic cotton or hemp certified by GOTS. Cushions are not made with formaldehyde, flame retardants or Cradle To Cradle-certified foam. They also ship sofas in 100 recycled corrugated boxes and offset their carbon emissions in totality.
There are also companies like Maiden Home, which crafts their couches made-to-order to reduce waste and craft them locally in North Carolina. They use recycled and repurposed materials, including upcycled velvet and polyester, both of which have the OEKO-TEX as well as GRS certifications. 
