Enjoy Comfortable Outside Living
More and more homeowners are starting to turn their backyard and patio into a comfortable and luxurious outdoor living space. These newly transformed areas of the home allow for comfortable seating on outdoor sofas, chairs, and dining sets. With a comfy sofa outside, you can create an enjoyable space to entertain guests, host dinner parties, and gather for the holidays.
Before You Buy
When the weather is beautiful, you will want to spend a lot of time outside, relaxing and enjoying your outdoor space. So, when buying an outdoor couch, you want to ensure you select one that is stylish and comfortable. To help you choose the best outdoor sofa for your space, make sure you ask the following questions to help you purchase the perfect outdoor seating for your needs.
- How big is your outdoor space?
- How much room do you have for an outdoor sofa?
- How big of an outdoor sofa do you want or need?
- Do you want a single outdoor couch or an outdoor sectional you can easily rearrange?
- How much seating do you need?
- What is the climate like?
- What kind of material works best for the environment where you live?
- Do you need shade for your outdoor couch?
- What style or design do you want or will match your existing decor?
Features to Consider
When shopping for an outdoor couch, you want to ensure it is durable and goes with your outdoor design. In addition, some outdoor sofas offer some features that make them easier to care for and multi-purpose.
- Easy to Clean. Some outdoor furniture is easy to clean, only needing rinsing off and washing with mild soapy water. Seek out materials, such as plastic that can easily be cleaned and still durable.
- Easy to Maintain. IN addition to being easy to clean, you want your outdoor furniture to be easy to maintain and keep looking beautiful. Some materials, such as wood, require you to stain and varnish to keep looking fresh regularly.
- Weather Resistant. Some outdoor furniture is crafted with materials capable of withstanding most weather conditions. Look for durable materials and select an outdoor sofa that can survive being outside in all weather conditions.
- Storage. Some outdoor furniture has built-in storage offering a place to store outdoor accessories, cushions, pillows, and toys. For example, look for an outdoor sofa with storage built-in under the seats.
- Shade. Some outdoor sofas have built-in shade options available or have umbrella stands built into the base of the couch. See if there are any options to add shade to your outdoor sofa to provide additional comfort when relaxing outdoors.
Types of Outdoor Sofas
There are many types of outdoor sofas available, and the one you choose should offer you optimal comfort while fitting in your outdoor space. Before shopping for an outdoor couch, take measurements of your outdoor area and determine how much space you have for it. Then, take time to select the type of outdoor sofa that will fit best in that space.
- Patio Sectionals. Patio sections have multiple pieces making it possible to rearrange and move your patio sofa into different configurations. Patio sectionals are popular because it offers a lot of seating. However, patio sectionals do require a lot of space to fit comfortably.
- Standard Patio Sofas. A standard patio sofa has enough room to seat three adults comfortably. Most people think of traditional patio sofas when buying an outdoor sofa; however, the patio sectionals seem to be the most popular.
- Patio Loveseat. A patio love seat is similar to the standard outdoor sofa but with enough space to comfortably fit two adults. These outdoor couches are perfect for small patios, balconies, or when you already have a full-sized outdoor sofa and need some more seating.
How to Choose Outdoor Sofas
With so many styles, designs, and features available for outdoor sofas, it may seem overwhelming which one is the best one to choose. The best thing to do is take your time, do some research, write down what you want from your outdoor couch, and start looking at your options. Then, make a list of your favorites and determine which options are the best for your outdoor living space.
- Try It Before You Buy It. If possible, test out the patio furniture before purchasing it, buy going to a store and sitting on it for a bit. Trying out the sofa may be difficult when shopping online; however, you could find similar styles and brands (or even the same ones) as those you find online and test those outdoor sofas in the store before ordering online.
- Shop for Easy-Care Outdoor Sofas. Save time cleaning and maintaining outdoor couches by selecting those made of materials that are easy to care for. The best materials for any weather include most metal, cedar, teak, all-weather wicker, and plastic. With a bit of routine cleaning, these outdoor furniture pieces will look beautiful for many years.
- Look for Storage. Storage is one of the most commonly sought out features when shopping for outdoor sofas. Having the additional storage space under the outdoor couch does not mean you have to use it, but you will be glad you have it when you need it.
- Look for Matching Decor. When shopping for a new outdoor sofa, consider your existing patio and outdoor living decor. Find a design that matches what you already have by looking for specific patterns, colors, textures, and materials. You can create an even and balanced flow in your outdoor living area by matching your existing decor. If you have more neutral tones in your backyard, add some pops of color by adding outdoor pillows to your patio furniture.
We understand shopping for an outdoor sofa can be a difficult task because you want to find one that not only provides comfort but offers many features and looks good in your outdoor living space. So, check out our catalog to see the different outdoor sofas we have available and find the perfect outdoor sofa for your patio.
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Outdoor Lounge Furniture Sets | Outdoor Lounge Chairs | Outdoor Chaise Lounge s | Adirondack Chairs | Outdoor Loveseats | Sectional Sofas | Outdoor Ottomans
