Question: We are looking for replacement cushions for two sofas we purchased approximately 10 years ago. Within 4-5 years of purchasing the sofas, we noticed the seat cushions on both couches were not very supportive….
Question: My sofa leans forward. Is there a diy fix I can try? Thanks. Answer: If your legs are screw-on, the simple fix is to buy new front legs that are 1 inch higher than…
Question: My last sofa cost nearly $3000. The cushions sagged and felt uncomfortable after less than 3 years. We lived with that sofa for another 3 years with the cushions looking and feeling worse as…
Sofa beds & sleepers are less durable than matching stationary sofas. Both low & high priced sleeper sofas have limited lifespans.
Question: I ordered some Lane Furniture about 3 months ago. Today, the store called to say that Lane closed down and I will not be getting the furniture I ordered. What is really going on?…
Question: Is there a good sofa brand that is both cheap and durable? I have a family with three young children. My next sofa is going to get some heavy use over the next several…
Question: I need some help to find a sofa or sectional. I’m an engineer and super interested in the details. My budget is $4,000-$10,000. I want to get a high-quality three seat sofa or a…
Question: I need a sofa sleeper for our second home at the beach. The more I look, the more confused and overwhelmed I get. So far, I have looked at Braxton Culler, Capris, Craftmaster, England…
Question: Which furniture brand makes a better sofa, CR Laine or Rowe Robin Bruce? Toni, Oct. 16, 2022 Answer: C.R. Laine is better. C.R. Laine makes high-quality sofas. The company has built hand-crafted custom upholstery…
Question: Why do people lease furniture if they plan to keep it for a long time? Answer: There are two very different types of Furniture Rental — Rent to Own, and Rent-to-Rent. Rent-to-Own is far larger…
A furniture industry study, conducted 15 years ago, indicated that consumers expected their new sofas to last 8 – 10 years. A more recent study reports that consumers now expect their new sofas to last only 3 – 5 years.
Question: We purchased a Southern Motion faux leather sofa. After 4 years, It began to disintegrate. The sofa is peeling at the folds and where your head hits the fabric. When we bought the sofa…
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