Question: I had the cushions on my loveseat replaced by an Upholstery store as they were getting too soft. I was not happy with the result…I think the foam was very dense. But the cushions…
Question: Bassett Furniture Reaxion foam vs blend down sofa cushions. Which one is softer? Is the Reaxion cushion made with Memory foam? Over time which would be more comfortable? Which one would hold up longer?…
Question: I’m in search of a new sofa, and I’ve browsed around online looking at pottery barn, wayfair, ashleys, costco, room and board, west elm and many more. Most places do not offer details about…
Question: What does the bottom of a Flexsteel couch look like? Isn’t it supposed to be closed in with fabric? Sept. 21, 2020 Answer: Almost all sofas have a black bottom fabric, which is sometimes…
Question: What is the difference, if any, between semi aniline and pigmented leathers? Should I avoid pigmented? Is a Flexsteel Southhaven sofa good quality? Sept. 12, 2020 Answer: Pigmented (also known as “corrected” or “protected”)…
Question: Two follow up questions from my previous request: 1) Between Squaretrade and Pure Promise warranties, which do you recommend to pick ? Any idea about costco sofas ? They dont have warranty plans though…
Looking for feedback on a sofa sleeper we found at Value City Furniture. It is a triple power reclining sofa made by Jackson https://www.valuecityfurniture.com/product/group/living-room/seating/sofas/jackson-triple-power-reclining-sofa-gray/2296716/2270974 It’s got all the bells and whistles but it is not…
Question: We’re buying a new sleeper sofa and are having a hard time finding quality within our budget ($2,000 max). On sale, we see Flexsteel and Craftsmaster, which both seem good. Does either have an…
Question: Do you know of any good foam replacement companies online? I want to try and replace mine myself but am not sure which companies are reliable and sell a good product. Teresa Sept. 8,…
Question: Is the mixture of 85% polyester 15% polyurethane a good fabric for a Waylon reclining sofa? After reading your article, I definitely want to stay away from bonded leather. Sept. 7, 2020 Answer: Over…
I have been deeply involved with new product design & upholstered furniture manufacturing over the past 30 years. Previously, I purchased over $100 million of furniture as a buyer for a major furniture retail chain…
Question: Which is better, “Palliser” or “Classic Leather”? Our local store sells both. What is the difference? Torina Sept. 3, 2020 Answer: Classic Leather is several levels above Palliser. Classic Leather is genuine high end…
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