The panoramic corner sofa serves as a place to relax on a daily basis, or even as an extra bed. It is also an invitation to conviviality while imposing itself as the flagship piece of furniture in the living room. Its choice therefore requires some thought. No question of choosing it at random because once acquired, it will of course accompany our daily life for years. However, this choice can however prove to be difficult given the number of criteria that one must absolutely remember at the time of purchase. Let’s discover the key criteria for choosing your panoramic corner sofa.
Panoramic corner sofa: what's so special?
A panoramic corner sofa will give your living room a unique decoration. But this has a cost. If you want to know the price of a panoramic corner sofa for your living room, ask specialists. Discover first of all the advantages it offers.
First of all, a panoramic corner sofa differs from its classic counterpart in the number of angles formed. If a standard corner sofa has only one (left or right), the panoramic version is made up of two corner returns. It is indeed this characteristic that is at the origin of its other name: U-shaped corner sofa. What is more, a panoramic corner sofa can be up to 4 or even 5 meters in length, and offer up to 9 seats.
Its panoramic style makes it a living room on its own, a quality that partly explains its current popularity. Moreover, depending on the model chosen, it is possible to separate the components of the sofa to create different original arrangements. Some models are even convertible, offering a sleeping function, like a traditional comfort bed.
In any case, the U-shaped corner sofa, due to its configuration and size, is a real "must" of conviviality and is ideal for large families. It will not fail to delight those who like to spend pleasant and convivial moments with friends or family.
Its panoramic style also creates a pleasant sharing corner and allows its owner to give life to an atmosphere that is as warm as it is intimate. The other major advantage of this sofa, which is on the rise today, is that it combines practicality with design. It can then become the flagship decorative accessory of the room in which it is installed and establish itself as a space-saving piece of furniture.
Wonderful by this piece of furniture, would you like to buy it? You will need to determine your budget. In general, the cost of a panoramic corner sofa depends on many factors such as the configuration, the material of manufacture, the number of seats, the length range, the integrated functions, the style... As an indication, this price is most often between €899 and €1,800. If you want to have a more precise estimate and easily identify the model that is right for you, we advise you to contact a specialist in the field directly.
Choose your U-shaped corner sofa according to the space you have
Before going to the stores, both physical and online, you must have a precise idea of the number of m2 available to install your panoramic sofa. To avoid disappointment after the purchase, it is better to take the time to take the necessary measurements: depth, height, width, length… During this step, it is advisable to always take an additional margin. For example, if you want to position your corner sofa against the wall, you must leave a space between this wall and the furniture. If the furniture is placed in the middle of the living room, by providing an additional margin, we avoid that the panoramic sofa interferes with circulation. We therefore ensure that it offers an impression of visual harmony.
If the room in which you want to install your U-shaped sofa is smaller, it is more appropriate to opt for a small or medium-sized model. The reason is that a model that is too big often tends to visually shrink the room and can harm its cozy side. On the other hand, in a large room, everything is allowed insofar as the model that we choose harmonizes perfectly with the decoration. Depending on your needs, you can place your panoramic corner sofa against the wall, facing the television screen, in the middle of the living room...
It can also be used to delimit spaces or reinforce the partitioning of the living area, etc. In any case, for large living rooms, we prefer XXL panoramic sofas, but on condition that our budget does not object.
Panoramic corner sofa: fixed or convertible?
Whatever use you make of your U-shaped corner sofa, you will undoubtedly have to choose a resolutely functional model and comfortable as desired. We then have the choice between fixed panoramic corner sofas and convertible U-shaped sofas.
If you don't need an extra bed because you rarely receive guests or you have one or more guest rooms, then a fixed model is an excellent alternative. On the other hand, if you like to receive family or friends regularly and you don't have any additional rooms, a convertible sofa is a wise choice to allow your guests to sleep on site.
But what is a sofa bed? At first glance, this type of sofa looks like a fixed model. But in reality, it is a 2-in-1 piece of furniture that includes a bed. There are most often 2 families, namely that of convertible sofas with drawers (extra bedding) and that of quick-opening or "Rapido" models (seat and mattress separated). These quick-opening models are preferred for regular use and if you want to bet on comfort. If you want to opt for a convertible panoramic corner sofa, you must pay particular attention to the choice of mattress. The latter should be neither too soft nor too firm to keep the spine straight and thus avoid back pain.
Fixed or convertible, today’s corner sofas are increasingly accessorized: reclining headrests, armrest shelves, smartphone charger, storage box, footrests, adjustable backrests, etc.
Which cover for your panoramic corner sofa?
With an almost infinite variety of colors and patterns, panoramic fabric sofas are becoming more and more all the rage. They are also the ideal ally for large families who want to enjoy furniture that does not wear out quickly. It is best to move towards a piece of furniture with removable covers. The latter has the advantage of being easy to maintain. It is advisable to choose a fabric with a Teflon coating (anti-stain fabric) or a fabric known for its impermeability, or even a microfiber fabric which is not very dirty and easy to clean.
Much more expensive than fabric, leather upholstery is positioned as a luxurious option for panoramic corner sofas. This material acquires a patina over time, which further enhances its charm. That said, a panoramic leather sofa ages well and keeps its beauty longer. Leather is also easy to maintain (a simple wipe with a damp cloth will suffice) and offers excellent thermal comfort (cool in summer and warm in winter).
If you don't have the right budget to afford leather furniture and you still want to take advantage of all the advantages of this high-end material, then you can choose imitation leather. The latter can also be declined in a wide range of colors. Unfortunately, its durability often leaves something to be desired.
What density and what size of foam for a comfortable U-shaped sofa?
The density of the foam is undoubtedly the main criterion by which the comfort of the panoramic corner sofa is measured . If you prefer to be well supported once seated on your sofa, the ideal is to favor firmness by choosing a foam with a density of 35 kg/m3 or more. Indeed, the higher the density, the more the foam offers reasonable resistance. On the other hand, if you are the type of person who loves to sink deep into your panoramic sofa and be enveloped, then you opt for a low density foam.
Note also that the density of the foam has an impact on the design of the furniture. Thus, low-density foam makes the U-shaped corner sofa more enveloping and rounded, while high-density foam makes the furniture stricter and straighter.
Before choosing a panoramic sofa, it is also essential to take into consideration the resilience of the foam, or more precisely its ability to return to its initial shape. Whether you like firmness or not, it is imperative to choose an HR (High Resilience) foam that has the ability to retain its original shape for as long as possible. To go further in terms of comfort, you can bet on the shape memory foam which is acclaimed for its ability to marry the shapes of the body, to react to the heat of the body and to promote muscle relaxation.
What about the suspension of the panoramic corner sofa?
In the same way as the density and corpulence of the foam, the suspension is also an element around which the comfort of a U-shaped corner sofa. There are most often two types, namely interwoven elastic straps and springs. The elastic straps allow a better distribution of comfort on the backrest and on the seat, while the springs provide more independent comfort while offering good hold over time.
