Are you a young man moving into your first apartment? Getting your first sofa can seem like a big deal. For some young men, buying their first brand new sofa is an experience on par with buying their first vehicle. You shouldn’t get the cheapest sofa you can find for your bachelor pad. There are some features that every bachelor should have when it comes to sofas and other home furniture.
Hidden technology
The best sofas available now include hidden technology that offers the features a bachelor will love. These sofas can feature built-in blue-tooth speakers, either large enough for the room or built for an experience more akin to headphones. Some sofas, and other furniture like nightstands, can also charge any smart device that can be charged by touching a charging base rather than being plugged in. Of course, you can also find less expensive versions of these sofas that offer USB plugs for charging as well.
Reclining seats
Every bachelor loves a Barcalounger or other recliner. A lot of sofas offer a reclining seat on at least one end. If you get a typical full-size sofa, you will probably have reclining seats on both outer seats. However, you can now also find sofas with which all 3 seats recline. Some loveseats also have two reclining seats with a built-in console for drinks, remotes, and snacks between.
Hidden interior storage or fold-out bed
You can find hidden interior storage in ottomans, benches, and sectionals, but it doesn’t stop there. Some sofas also have hidden storage for remotes and other handy items within the arms or accessed by flipping down the back of the middle seat of the sofa.
Sofa sleepers are also another favorite of the single life. Having a top sofa with a pull-out bed can be really convenient, especially if you frequently have overnight guests, whether planned or leftover from parties. There are different types of sofa beds, with some morphing similar to a futon while others more closely resemble the hide a bed of the 80s.
If you get either of these sofas as part of a larger living room furniture set, you can also get some of those extra items like storage ottomans and storage benches that can also give you additional seating when needed. All of that hidden interior storage is great for storing seasonal décor, spare throws, and extra throw pillows when needed.
Stain and water-resistant
Let’s face it – bachelors are not typically the neatest people in the world. Any furniture you put in your bachelor’s pad should be stain and water-resistant. Polyester blends are the best option for sofa upholstery, and they can be scotch guarded as well for added protection. Few people are going to expect to see a pristine sofa in a single young adult’s apartment, but getting a sofa with these features does help make a better impression on visitors.
Washable with easy care instructions
Are you meticulous about laundry and housework? Most young people aren’t, and that’s why having washable furniture covers and upholstery is of the utmost importance. You can use fabric fresheners to keep the upholstery smelling clean, some of which will even kill bacteria and germs that make people sick in the winter.
But no matter what, you will need to clean the entire sofa at some point. Getting a sofa that has removable covers on the cushions will ensure that you can get it completely clean every time. The best options are those that do not have any real care or laundering requirements so that they can stand up against poor laundry habits.
If you get stains or spills on part of the upholstery that cannot be removed from the frame, you can usually treat it immediately with the same cleaners you use on emergency carpet spills.
Dark colors are your friend
In the end, it is inevitable that your sofa will have some type of stain, burn hole, or other marring incidents. To hide as much of this as possible, choose sofas with a dark fabric or upholstery that won’t show most things. Getting a sofa with an easy-to-clean leather or faux leather upholstery is also a good way to keep things looking clean.
A great sofa can become the centerpiece of a room and, why not, even of a house. This is why, making a choice that is very representative of who you are and which has a strong impact (both in terms of looks and comfort) will help you feel good in your environment, which will make you more confident and happier.
Fraquoh and Franchomme
Further reading:
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