# Sofa FAQ
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Leather Sofa
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Purchasing a well-made leather sofa is expensive, but it may possibly will be the only sofa you ever need to buy. Leather is the longest-lasting, most durable upholstery material. A top-quality, properly cared for leather sofa should last a person's lifetime. An assortment of leather types, grades and colors is available to accommodate every lifestyle. Protective coatings are sometimes applied to the leather, making it impervious to food and drink spills. Selecting leather sofas with zippered cushion casings permits replacement of worn-out cushions.
Fabric Sofa
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Fabric sofas are considerably less expensive than leather sofas, but do not have the longevity. An array of fabrics, colors, textures and patterns contribute to a fabric sofa's affordability and design style. Microfiber, a tightly woven polyester fabric, is easy to clean, making it a good upholstery choice for families with children and pets. Every sofa fabric has specific cleaning instructions, and some are much more complex than others. Environmentally friendly fabrics, created from recycled fibers, are an upholstery option.
Sleeper Sofa
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Saving space and providing a dual function of sofa and guest bed is the duty of a sleeper sofa. Available in twin, full, queen and king sizes, sleeper sofas discreetly hide the folded bed until needed. The metal support bars of a sofa sleeper can make the mattress uncomfortable. Thicker memory foam mattresses or a solid wooden base supporting the mattress solve this issue. Inflatable mattresses hidden in the sofa are a significant comfort improvement over the traditional thin foam mattress.
Sectional Sofa
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One of the biggest assets of sectional sofas is the ability to create any size you desire. Typical sectional sofa units include corner pieces, right or left arm pieces, armless chairs and chaise units. These can be configured to fit a compact apartment or a sprawling mansion. The pieces can be moved easily through narrow hallways or tight stairwells. Upholstery choices range from luxurious leather to a hard-working microfiber. Some sections are manufactured with reclining mechanisms for additional comfort.
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