sofa styles | The Oak Furniture Land Blog - Style and Inspiration for your Home Style and Inspiration Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:08:43 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/cropped-OFL_Leaf_Stem_RGB_Green-32x32.png sofa styles | The Oak Furniture Land Blog - Style and Inspiration for your Home 32 32 Affordable sofas that won’t break the bank https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/blog/general/affordable-sofas-that-wont-break-the-bank/ Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:03:41 +0000 https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/blog/?p=26297 When it comes to buying furniture, we know that sofas can be an expensive outlay. So we’ve rounded up some of our stylish sofas that combine great value and high…

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When it comes to buying furniture, we know that sofas can be an expensive outlay. So we’ve rounded up some of our stylish sofas that combine great value and high quality designs that are built to last.

Get ready to be inspired by our impressive collection of affordable sofas. From cosy 2-seaters to relaxing recliners, browse our sofas that can be yours for under £1,000.

Homely simplicity

Modern neutral living room featuring the Jensen retro-style sofa in grey fabric with tactile neutral and monochrome cushions.

Jensen sofa | @hollypmcgowan

Our Jensen sofa is an Instagram favourite and with good reason. This sofa, available in warm beige or cool silver upholstery with a choice of contrasting scatter cushions, slots easily into homes thanks to its simple palette and slim design.

Modern elegance

Elegant Jasmine grey sofa in a neutral living room with art, plants and oak and painted furniture.

Jasmine 3-seater sofa | @croft_manor

Modern, elegant and affordable, our Jasmine sofa ticks all the boxes. This timeless design is upholstered in a super soft polyester blend fabric that’s hard-wearing yet tactile, and it also comes with patterned scatter cushions to dial up its style credentials.

Retro comfort

Milner grey retro-style sofa with beech legs and patterned scatter cushions.

Milner 2-seater sofa

Characterised by a simple silhouette and Scandi-style beech legs, our Milner sofa is a great option for the design conscious. Available in a choice of neutral and bright colourways, this compact sofa is upholstered in a soft polyester weave fabric that’s comfortable yet durable.

Modular style

Malvern beige sofa topped with burnt orange and patterned scatter cushions.

Malvern 2-seater sofa | @littlevillagereno

While the larger sizes of our Malvern modular sofa go over the £1,000 threshold, you can still get the 2-seater style within budget. This super snuggly sofa is low to the ground and evokes a California vibe that will bring laid-back cool to any home in an instant.

Minimalist

Living room with dark blue panelled wall featuring the grey Bridgeport sofa with patterned scatter cushions.

Bridgeport 3-seater sofa

Lovers of sleek interiors will fall for our Bridgeport sofa. This modern silhouette comes in a choice of soft colours, with stained beech feet adding a pleasing contrast. Geometric accent pillows bring a touch of pattern that pairs perfectly with the neutral colourways.

Contemporary

Grey contemporary Fiesta sofa with mustard yellow scatter cushions, statement art and a floor lamp.

Fiesta 3-seater sofa

For a truly contemporary look, our Fiesta sofa is just what you need. Dark piped edging, slim metal feet and velvet scatters are stylish touches that elevate the simple colourways to another level.

Smart retro

Mint green panelled living room with grey Evie sofa and monochrome art on the wall.

Evie 3-seater sofa | @new_build_forever_home

Whether you’re looking for soft neutrals or playful brights, our Evie sofa makes itself easily at home in any room. Abstract floral cushions and button back details offer eye-catching details that take this retro-style design up a notch.

Modern recliners

Grey Marlow electric recliner sofa in a living room with natural oak furniture.

Marlow 2-seater sofa

Our Marlow sofas bring supreme comfort to your home thanks to its wide arms, fixed foam cushions and easy reclining at the touch of a button. The neutral colours add a calming touch to any scheme for a truly relaxed living room.

Hopefully this has offered plenty of ideas to help you find your dream sofa for less. Head to our Instagram or search #OakFurnitureland for real home inspiration from our style-conscious customers.

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How to choose the best upholstery for your sofa https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/blog/how-to/how-to-choose-the-best-upholstery-for-your-home/ Tue, 16 Aug 2022 15:47:03 +0000 http://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/blog/?p=15905 There’s so much to think about when buying a new sofa. Which style do you like best? What colour do you want? Where will it fit in your room? Do…

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There’s so much to think about when buying a new sofa. Which style do you like best? What colour do you want? Where will it fit in your room? Do you want a spacious corner sofa or a cosy 2-seater? But, you also need to consider the upholstery, and more specifically, which type works best for you.

Our extensive collection of sofas are available in a wide range of durable fabrics that complement our exclusively designed styles, with upholstery choices including velvet, super soft polyester, and textured weaves, along with genuine leather for a timeless, luxe finish.

To help you decide which upholstery is best for you, read on to discover everything you need to consider when choosing your next sofa or soft seating.

Family-friendly fabrics

Your sofa shouldn’t be reserved for formal kid-free zones. When your home life centres around children, friends, family, and entertaining, make sure your sofa upholstery is ready to take on your busy schedule.

Many of our fabrics have been subjected to a clever process called the Martindale Test, because with family life, wearability and texture are so important. This test uses special machinery to determine how long a fabric will last on a sofa without showing wear. We only use fabric upholstery that has achieved a rating for heavy domestic use, making it perfect for children and adults alike.

Darker coloured fabrics are incredibly forgiving when you have kids. They’re perfect for disguising everyday messes, and are incredibly hard wearing – no matter how many cheeky monkeys decide to use your sofa cushions as indoor trampolines.

For your four-legged friends

For those of us with furry friends, keeping a sofa looking fresh can be a challenge, no matter the upholstery. Thankfully, we’ve created leather and fabric care kits which cover you for most pet-related incidents. With a mild cleanser, fresh stain remover, old or resistant stain cleaner, plus grease and oil cleanser and a deodoriser, no matter how messy your furry friend is, you can still keep your sofa looking like new.

If you don’t have a cleaning kit, a top industry secret for cleaning up small stains and dirt in a pinch is baby wipes. They don’t have any harsh chemicals that will damage the fibres, and are great at dealing with life’s little messes.

Longing for leather

Whether you favour classic or contemporary design, our leather sofas cover the whole design spectrum to offer comfortable and stylish seating that works for every home.

It’s also a great choice for everyday living. Its wipeable surface is easy to keep clean and it is incredibly durable. Our leather sofas are upholstered all over in genuine leather that takes on a beautiful character as they age.

Luxurious velvet

Blue velvet Oak Furnitureland Montgomery Chesterfield-style sofa wtih pink side table, plant and patterned rug.

Montgomery sofa | @renovationtowers

Velvet is a hugely popular choice for sofas and easily adds a luxe finish to any room. The tactile fabric brings a regal touch that works beautifully in jewel tones, understated neutrals or statement brights.

If the idea of a velvet sofa is too much, try a velvet loveseat or armchair as an accent piece in living rooms, kitchen/diners or bedrooms. Contrary to what many people think, velvet is a durable choice that’s hard-wearing and designed to stand the test of time.

Always on the move

Oak Furnitureland Malvern grey fabric corner sofa with blue and cream scatter cushions.

Malvern modular sofa | @budgethomeinterior_

For renters, or those planning on moving house, finding a sofa that will work across decor schemes and different room configurations can seem impossible, but clever upholstery choices can make this easier.

If you’ve found a sofa that you love and find comfortable, you’ve already done the hard work. The best way to make sure it looks great through all your home moves is to choose a neutral base colour for the upholstery, that will work no matter the space.

Inject a personal touch with accessories that reflect your home now, and know you can change it up for the future. Picking a smaller or more compact sofa is another great tip for making it last through several moves. Or, if you’re looking for something larger, modular sofas – made of individual units that can be configured or reconfigured into the shape you want – offer great flexibility.

We offer a wide range of soothing neutral colours and sofa sizes that are an ideal choice for people on the move. Plus, many of our sofas come with scatter cushions in reversible patterns, making it easy to change your sofa style.

Choosing the best upholstery shouldn’t be a chore. At the end of the day, the most important thing to do is to choose a high quality sofa that you love. Browse our complete selection of sofas and find the one that’s right for you.

We’d love to see your Oak Furnitureland sofa in its new home. Tag us at #OakFurnitureland on Instagram to share your stylish pics.

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