{"id":1388,"date":"2018-10-22T12:02:32","date_gmt":"2018-10-22T18:02:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.stowersfurniture.com\/?p=1388"},"modified":"2019-01-24T10:53:05","modified_gmt":"2019-01-24T16:53:05","slug":"couches-and-sofas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stowersfurniture.com\/blog\/couches-and-sofas\/","title":{"rendered":"All About Couches and Sofas"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Chances are you\u2019re sitting on one at this very moment, but have you given it much thought? We\u2019re talking about your couch, which just may be the hardest-working piece of furniture in your home. Despite the omnipresence of couches and sofas, many people don\u2019t give theirs much thought — until it\u2019s time to buy a new one, that is. If you\u2019re in the market for a <\/span>new couch or sofa<\/span><\/a>, here\u2019s what you need to know in order to find the perfect piece.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Couch Vs. Sofa Question<\/b><\/h2>\n

Is the word \u201ccouch\u201d just a synonym for \u201csofa\u201d? While the two terms have become somewhat interchangeable, experts say there are subtle differences between the two.<\/span><\/p>\n

For starters, the words have two different origins: The word \u201ccouch\u201d derives from the French word \u201ccouche,\u201d a popular piece of furniture during the Victorian era. Meanwhile, the word \u201csofa,\u201d derives from the Arabic for \u201csuffah,\u201d meaning a bench with blankets and cushions.<\/span><\/p>\n

The difference between a couch and a sofa may extend beyond semantics, however. According to home decor website <\/span>homedit<\/span><\/i><\/a>, couches tend to be more compact while sofas are larger, seat more people, and may include pull-out beds.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIn terms of function, the difference between a sofa and couch is easily visible. In most cases, couches are used in more casual and informal settings like in an entertainment room or a cozy living space,\u201d <\/span>homedit<\/span><\/i> continues.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tips for Buying Couches and Sofas<\/b><\/h2>\n

The good news? You don\u2019t have to be able to encapsulate the precise difference between a couch and a sofa in order to buy one. Whether you\u2019re looking for a cushy seating option for a man-cave or a more formal piece for entertaining, a sublime seating option is just waiting to be discovered — if you follow these tips.<\/span><\/p>\n