Living Room Furniture sets

Choices, choices

Browse any furniture catalog, showroom display or visit a furniture warehouse and you will find hundreds of furniture styles, makes and brands. To help you decide on the best living room set for your home, here are the most important factors you need to keep in mind when trying to choose from among the different types of living room furniture you will find on FurnitureDepot.com:

How, where and how often the furniture piece will be used is critical to your final decision. Consider the location, style and usage of your living room. Does the family gather here often to watch TV or play games? Do you often entertain guests? Are pets allowed into the house and on the chairs? Is your living room rarely used? How big is the area and where do you intend to use the sofa set?

If you enjoy a considerable amount of living room space, you can probably go for larger, bulkier pieces such as multi-piece sets. If there is limited space, consider using smaller 2-piece or 3-piece sets and wall units. L-shaped Sectional sofa sets also work well with small rooms, opening up more space in the middle of the room.

The type of material the sofa is made of is also an important consideration. If you have pets or prefer furniture that is easy to clean and maintain, consider buying leather sofas. Leather living rooms tend to work best with active households, particularly families with older children.

If you like to redecorate your home, consider furniture that will complement your design scheme and still offer sufficient function. A microfiber sectional sofa is an excellent choice if you like furniture you can put together or break apart into smaller yet functional pieces. If you like to lounge and spend a lot of time in the living room, consider placing one or two recliners for simple yet luxurious comfort.

If you have guests over frequently, you could also create an extra room for accommodation with convertible sofa beds. These function as the usual sofa pieces at daytime and can be turned into a comfortable bed at night. Throw in a pair of ottomans so your guests can put up their feet and relax.

If you're after a particular look or design, there are plenty of living room furniture styles to choose from. Chaises, for example, offer a functional yet laid back component of luxury to your home. If you want a focal piece that's functional and attractive, a settee can do the job nicely.

You could also create a particular ambience with careful choice and use of living room furniture. Go modern and sleek with sofas made of materials such as leather or metal. Or match a country or classic style and design with fabric upholstery and wood.

This day's modern living room, even today's traditional or contemporary style living room, is not nearly as formal as the old-fashioned parlor, where the family gathered to entertain honored guests. That was not the sort of atmosphere in which people elevated their feet or sat on the floor. Modern living room must meet two requirements: it must be a room where you can visit with guests formally; yet it must also be comfortable and homey. Fortunately this is easy to accomplish in all four styles with modern living room furniture from www.FurnitureDepot.com