Smart shopper - SOFAS

Comfort is king when it comes to sofas. Georgia Madden reveals the top tips for buying the best seat in the house.

- Georgia Madden

A new sofa is a major investment. It’s important to choose wisely since it’s something you’ll likely live with for years. “For many families, a sofa is more than just a piece of furniture. It’s a place to come together, relax, watch movies and unwind at the end of the day,” says Melissa Bonney, director of design firm The Designory.

A great sofa comes down to three things: comfort, quality, and the correct proportions for your stature, says Giulianna del Popolo, interior designer at GDP Interior Design. “It’s important to test a sofa out in-store and determine what you like whether that’s firm fill, a sprung base, or a feather and fibre mix in the cushions.”