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A few more tips to keep in mind as you begin the search for your new sofa. Important tip: To make sure it will fit through the door, measure all doorways, hallways, and elevators. Remem- ber to measure angles too. If you buy a seven-foot sofa and have to navigate a doorway and a corner within 3 feet a sectional might be the way to go. Designer tip: Don’t buy the accent pillows offered in the exact fabric of the sofa. An accent is an accent when it is different and actually “accents” the fabric of your new sofa. Choosing the right sofa is a big deal, but it is not as daunting as you might think if you keep these buying tips from Cathi and Mary Alice in mind. You can learn more about CM In The City and see some of their portfolios on Houzz. CM DESIGNS Cathi Marcoly (323_ 942 9920 Mary Alice Slattery (323) 942 9921 www.cm-designs.com