The sofa is one of the core furniture of home life, and its quality directly affects the comfort and safety of use. The following starts from the key dimensions, combined with industry standards and purchasing tips, to help consumers comprehensively identify the advantages and disadvantages of sofas.
1. Frame structure: the core of stability
Material and craftsmanship
High-quality sofa: The frame is mostly made of hardwood (such as solid wood with mortise and tenon structure, Northeast larch, etc.), with a stable structure and no looseness or abnormal noise when shaking.
Poor-quality sofa: It may be fixed with cork, miscellaneous wood or nails, which is easy to deform or even collapse after long-term use. The frame of low-priced sofas (such as less than 2,000 yuan) may even be made of cardboard or composite board
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Inspection method
Lift one end of the sofa, and the sofa leg at the other end should be off the ground. If the overall frame shakes or is loose, it is inferior.
2. Filling material: the key to comfort
High-quality filling
High-density sponge: density ≥30kg/m³ (seat cushion) and ≥25kg/m³ (backrest), strong resilience, and not easy to collapse after sitting for a long time
Natural materials: down, latex or high-elastic memory foam, which are both soft and supportive.
Poor-quality fillings
Use low-density sponges or recycled cotton, which have poor elasticity and are prone to permanent dents. Some products are even filled with rags and low-quality springs, which affects the service life.
Testing tips
Press the sofa hard. If the dent recovers slowly or cannot be restored, the filling quality is poor.
3. Fabric selection: texture and durability
Leather sofa
High-quality features: The first layer of cowhide is the best, with a smooth surface without scars. The texture disappears naturally after pressing, and it feels soft and elastic. Poor-quality leather may be a second layer of leather or imitation leather, with a distinct plastic smell or cold and hard feeling.
Inspection method: When stretching the leather, high-quality leather is flexible and can be stretched, while inferior leather is easy to break or stiff.
Fabric sofa
High-quality features: Woven fabrics (such as pure cotton and linen) are wear-resistant and wrinkle-resistant, and the printing is uniform and three-dimensional. Poor-quality fabrics are thin and easy to pilling.
4. Craftsmanship details: the embodiment of quality
Stitching and covering
High-quality sofas have fine and neat stitching, without wrinkles or unthreading at the seams; inferior products have rough stitching, and even expose the lining.
Bottom treatment
Check whether the bottom sealing cloth is firm (high-quality ones often use breathable dustproof cloth). Inferior sofas may use non-woven fabrics, which are prone to aging and cracking.
The sofa legs should be straight and have non-slip pads. Metal or solid wood materials are more stable.
Internal structure
Unzip the bottom zipper and observe whether the spring is rust-proofed and whether the wood is planed without scars. The interior of an inferior sofa may be messy and rough.
5. Health and safety: a dimension that cannot be ignored
Environmental protection
High-quality sofas have passed environmental certifications such as formaldehyde emission and have no obvious odor; inferior products may emit pungent chemical odors.
Brand and after-sales service
Well-known brands (such as Mousse and Gujia) are more guaranteed in craftsmanship and after-sales service. Avoid choosing miscellaneous brands without quality inspection marks.
VI. Practical Suggestions for Purchase
Sensory Test
Sitting Feel: High-quality sofas are moderately soft and hard, with a seat height of about 35-42 cm, which is ergonomic
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Smell: If there is a pungent smell, it may contain harmful substances such as formaldehyde
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Price Reference
There is a risk of cutting corners for sofas below 2,000 yuan. It is recommended to increase the budget to ensure quality
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Shop around
Compare fabrics, frames and fillings of different brands, and give priority to products that can provide internal structure display.
Conclusion
To identify the quality of a sofa, it is necessary to integrate the frame, filling, fabric, craftsmanship and health standards, and avoid making decisions based on appearance or low price alone. Only through detailed observation and actual testing can you choose a high-quality sofa that is both comfortable and durable.
