When your family spends time in the living room, you might notice them looking or feeling uncomfortable at times. For instance, someone might move around, fidget, or change positions often while playing a game or watching a show. After speaking with your family, you might conclude that the living room does not provide the most comfortable experience for everyone.
A smart solution is to go furniture shopping to improve comfort all around.
Sectional Sofa
An excellent place to start is by getting a sectional sofa for the living room. This sofa type is advantageous because of its flexibility for your family. While some couches only have enough room for sitting, you can lie on a sectional sofa easily. A U-shaped sofa may even allow three family members to lie down without touching each other.
Some other details worth inspecting are cushion firmness and thickness levels. A thin cushion can lead to touching the sofa's frame when you put enough weight on top. This makes a thick cushion optimal because you will only feel the cushion while sitting or lying down.
The firmness level is something you want to discuss with your family. For instance, your family may want to sink into the sofa when sitting down, making soft cushions worth demanding.
Ottoman
A coffee table can provide valuable space to keep controllers, drinks, and snacks. An excellent addition is a padded ottoman that your family can use as a footrest at any time. Ideally, you want to pick an ottoman that can easily move around anywhere along the sofa. This will make it possible for a family member to move and position the ottoman for maximum comfort.
Recliner
While a recliner can only seat one person, you will find it worthwhile when multiple family members are interested. A recliner adds another seating option for your family, which will make it easier for everyone to get comfortable when they spend time in the living room.
When you go shopping, you can bring your entire family to analyze recliner features, including the footrest, armrest, back height, fabric, and size. All these features can impact comfort levels, and you want to prioritize one that maximizes comfort for everyone in your family. You can also get each family member to sit on recliners and test them out to ensure the right purchase.
Use these furniture shopping tips to boost comfort in your living room. Visit a furniture store near you to learn.