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The Test of Time Buying a Quality Sofa

by Clint Williams

Asofa is the foundational piece of a living room . While it ’ s the place where a family spends the most time sitting , this large piece of furniture is more than just functional . It ’ s often the backdrop to decor , serving as both a statement and a support to more decorative elements like art , cushions , occasional chairs , etc .

As your family grows , you may look to invest in a higher quality of sofa than you could afford in college or the early years of your adult life . While it is an investment , a high quality sofa can be much more affordable than you think . And there are several advantages — including financial advantages — to investing in quality of construction .
COMFORT
The most important advantage is comfort . After a long day of work and activities , there ’ s nothing like sinking into a sofa that gives you both support and comfort at the same time .
You may have heard the term “ eight-way hand tied sofa .” The gold standard of construction , these sofas feature coils that have been hand-tied in every direction : front to back , side to side , and diagonally . The result is flexibility , support , and comfort .
DURABILITY The advantage of an eight-way hand tied sofa , beyond that of comfort , is durability . While
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