Footstools | The Oak Furniture Land Blog - Style and Inspiration for your Home Style and Inspiration Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:02:44 +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 Footstools | The Oak Furniture Land Blog - Style and Inspiration for your Home 32 32 What’s the difference between a loveseat and a sofa? https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/blog/general/whats-difference-sofa-loveseat/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:00:33 +0000 https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/blog/?p=16459 Whether you’re a sofa snuggler, a loveseat lounger, a couch potato, or a settee surfer, there’s nothing like sitting back, relaxing and putting your feet up at the end of…

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Whether you’re a sofa snuggler, a loveseat lounger, a couch potato, or a settee surfer, there’s nothing like sitting back, relaxing and putting your feet up at the end of a long day. We’ve gathered some handy hints to help you learn how to tell your sofa from your loveseat.

Discover the similarities

Evie loveseat

When it comes to living room seating, all our sizes feature the same high-quality details. We use hardwood in the frame and feet to provide a solid foundation for our sofas and loveseats.

We offer styles to suit any home, all made from durable and cosy fabrics or quality leather. Many of our loveseats and sofas also include scatter cushions for added style and comfort.

So, what’s the difference?

Cream Oak Furnitureland sofa close up of the corner featuring a mustard scatter cushion and a houseplant in the background.

Malvern sofa | @pretty_poplar

The only technical difference between a sofa and a loveseat is the size. Both a 2 seater sofa and a loveseat are designed for two people but are proportioned slightly differently. Loveseats tend to be smaller, with ours ranging from 117cm to 162cm in width, while our 2-seater sofas start from 155cm for our most compact styles and go up to 195cm. The best way to choose between them is to look at the measurements of your room and select the size that works best.

Styling your furniture

Dewsbury loveseat | Burleigh side table | Burleigh sideboard

While offering space for two people to curl up together, loveseats also make an ideal cosy spot for one. Add tactile throws and textured cushions to maximise the comfort factor.

Place yours in the corner of a room to create a spacious reading nook, and pair it with a nest of tables or a side table as a handy perch for drinks and snacks.

Thornley 2 seater sofa | Thornley footstool | Durham nest of tables | Durham tallboy | Clouds metallic rug

Our 2 seater sofas are ideal for smaller multipurpose spaces such as playrooms, kitchen diners, or home offices. Alternatively, pair your sofa with a coordinating piece from the same range to create a complete living room suite.

Discover our complete range of loveseats and browse our selection of sofas to find the perfect fit for your home, whatever your needs, budget, or taste. We’d love to see how you style your sofas and loveseats. Tag us at #OakFurnitureland #GrowYourHome on Instagram to share your latest photos.

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How to decorate with duck egg blue https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/blog/inspiration-station/our-favourite-duck-egg-blue-home-accessories/ Thu, 27 Apr 2023 14:23:17 +0000 https://www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk/blog/?p=17249 Light, airy, fresh and calming, duck egg blue is a classic shade that’s a timeless choice when it comes to home interiors. Whether you love a bit of country cottage,…

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Light, airy, fresh and calming, duck egg blue is a classic shade that’s a timeless choice when it comes to home interiors. Whether you love a bit of country cottage, rustic, traditional or contemporary design, this colour works with just about any style.

While duck egg blue is a year-round favourite, it leads the pack as one of spring’s favourite hues. Read on to discover different ways to incorporate this peaceful shade into your home decor.

Inky blue Oak Furnitureland Highgate bed and matching bedside table in a white and duck egg blue bedroom.

Highgate bed | Highgate bedside table | @our_skelton_in_the_meadow

Combining duck egg blue with similar shades is one of the most effective ways of using this colour when styling your home or choosing your decor. Delicate greens or turquoise tones work particularly well with this shade, creating a tranquil look that’s perfect for your living room or bedroom. Or opt to team with inky blues for a more dramatic look that’s still tranquil enough for a bedroom.

Oak Furnitureland Parquet sideboard with a colourful gallery wall above.

Parquet large sideboard | @roseontherow

It also contrasts beautifully with rose pink for decor that radiates pastel perfection. If you’re wary of going overboard on this pastel pairing, opt for subtle touches in accessories such as lamps, artwork or picture frames.

Coastal-inspired bedroom with duck egg blue wall panelling in a peaceful scheme.

Brompton bed | @a_house_and_its_chows

For a fresh look, embrace a more coastal style by combining it with white painted furniture. We love this peaceful calming bedroom scheme that features duck egg wall panelling and coordinating cushions and decorative accessories that bring the look together seamlessly.

Oak Furnitureland Detroit dark glazed console table against a blue backdrop.

Detroit console table

Our dark-stained Detroit range teams perfectly with a duck egg backdrop and instantly softens the space. Use houseplants to add a refreshing pop of green that finishes off the look in style.

As you can see, there are plenty of ways to use duck egg blue in your home. How will you be using it? We’d love to see! Share your snaps with us using #OakFurnitureland on Instagram!

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