Lighting
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Pendant Light Height Guide UK: Dining Tables, Islands & Room Proportion
Use pendant drop height, sightlines and room scale to plan dining tables and kitchen islands with better proportion.
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HODEALS editorial · buying guides
Buying guides for a more considered home.
Practical guidance across lighting, room proportion, furniture fit, materials and sofa comfort — designed to help you choose with more confidence before you buy.
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Practical details, without losing the design point of view.
The published library is expanding beyond its original sofa-fit cluster. Start with the curated edit below, then continue into the full archive.
Lighting
Room planning
Buying guide
Sofa Clearance Guide UK: How Much Space Should You Leave Around a Sofa?
Plan walkways, coffee-table spacing, door swings and the breathing space furniture needs around it.
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Dimensions
Buying guide
Sofa Dimensions UK: How to Measure for a 2-Seater or 3-Seater Sofa
Measure width, depth, height, room footprint and delivery access before you commit to a larger piece of furniture.
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Materials
Buying guide
Best Sofa Fabric UK: Velvet vs Chenille vs Microfibre
Compare velvet, chenille and microfibre for texture, care, sunlight and everyday practicality.
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Comfort
Buying guide
Firm vs Soft Sofa UK: Which Comfort Level Should You Choose?
Understand firm, medium and soft seating so comfort matches the way you actually sit and relax.
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Cushions
Buying guide
Sofa Cushion Fillings UK: Foam vs Fibre vs Feather – What Should You Choose?
Compare foam, fibre, feather and hybrid cushion fillings for support, softness and maintenance.
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Construction
Buying guide
Sofa Frame Guide UK: Hardwood, Softwood & What Really Matters
Look beyond one reassuring material claim and compare frame construction, suspension and structural cover together.
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Measuring
Buying guide
How to measure for a sofa before you buy
Use a room-and-delivery-route checklist so the product fits the space and can actually reach it.
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Continue through the complete published library for measurements, comfort, access, construction and everyday care.
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Buying guide
TV Stand Size Guide UK: How Wide and High Should a TV Unit Be?
How wide should a TV stand be? Compare TV width, stand-foot spacing, height, depth, ventilation and storage before buying a media unit in the UK.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Coffee Table Size Guide UK: Proportion, Clearance & Living Room Layout
Choose the right coffee table size for a UK living room. Compare proportion, sofa-to-table clearance, height and room circulation before you buy.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Sofa Care Guide UK: How to Keep Your Sofa Looking Good for Longer
A practical UK sofa maintenance routine covering cushion rotation, plumping, sunlight, spills and everyday care.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
How to Clean a Leather Sofa UK: Safe Care, Spills & What to Avoid
Learn how to clean a leather sofa safely in the UK, including weekly care, spills, suitable products and what to avoid on natural and protected leather.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
How to Clean a Fabric Sofa UK: Care Labels, Spills & What to Avoid
Cleaning a fabric sofa safely starts with one rule: follow the care instructions for your exact sofa and upholstery. Fabric treatments, dyes and fillings vary, so a method that is safe for one sofa can damage another. Check the sofa care instructions first Before using water, detergent, stain remover, steam or a machine, find the...
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Sofa Delivery Guide UK: Charges, Access & Delivery Day Checklist
Buying a sofa is not finished when you click order. Delivery charges, access rules, assembly and failed-delivery policies can materially change the real cost and experience. This UK sofa delivery guide explains what to check before paying and how to prepare your home for delivery day. Check the delivery charge before comparing prices Do not...
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Sofa Returns UK: Your Rights When Buying Online
Buying a sofa online is a major purchase, and returns can be more complicated than sending back a small parcel. Before ordering, check both your legal cancellation rights and the retailer’s own returns terms. Can you return a sofa bought online in the UK? For most goods bought online, by mail or by phone, UK...
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Buying a Second-Hand Sofa UK: Fire Labels, Condition & What to Check
A second-hand sofa can be a sensible way to save money, but condition is only part of the decision. In the UK, upholstered furniture is covered by fire-safety rules, and the permanent label is especially important when furniture is supplied second-hand. Check the permanent fire-safety label first Current UK government guidance says the 2025 amendments...
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Sofa Suspension Guide UK: Springs vs Webbing — What Should You Look For?
Compare sofa suspension systems in the UK, including serpentine springs and webbing, what suspension actually does, and what to check before buying.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
In-Stock vs Made-to-Order Sofa UK: Which Should You Choose?
Compare in-stock and made-to-order sofas in the UK, including delivery speed, customisation, mixed-order delays and what to verify before you buy.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Sofa Guarantees & Warranties UK: What Is Actually Covered?
A 15-, 20-year or lifetime sofa guarantee may only cover the structure. Check upholstery, cushions, recliner mechanisms, exclusions and proof-of-purchase rules before you buy.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Left-Hand vs Right-Hand Corner Sofa UK: Which Side Do You Need?
Left-hand or right-hand corner sofa? Learn how to check facing direction, chaise position, room layout and delivery access, then compare suitable corner sofas and retailer options with HODEALS.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Pet-Friendly Sofa Buying Guide UK: Fabrics, Claws, Hair & Cleaning
Choosing a sofa with dogs or cats? Compare snagging, pet hair, stain cleanup, removable covers and recliner safety before you buy.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Removable Sofa Covers UK: Are They Actually Washable?
Removable does not always mean machine-washable. Learn what to check on sofa covers, care labels, replacement covers and cleaning instructions before you buy.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Modular Sofa Buying Guide UK: How to Plan the Right Configuration
Planning a modular sofa? Learn how to choose modules, measure the full configuration, check delivery access and compare suitable modular sofas and retailer options with HODEALS.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Recliner Sofa Measurements UK: How Much Space Do You Need?
Planning a recliner sofa? Measure its closed footprint, fully reclined position, wall clearance and access route, then compare suitable recliner sofas and retailer options with HODEALS.
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Buying guide
Sofa Seat Width Guide UK: How Much Sitting Space Do You Really Get?
Compare sofa seat width with overall width to understand the usable sitting space in 2-seater and 3-seater sofas, then compare suitable sofas and retailer options with HODEALS.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Sofa Arm Height Guide UK: Low Arms vs High Arms
Low-arm or high-arm sofa? Compare arm height, seat height, usable seating space, room scale and lounging comfort, then shortlist suitable sofas and retailer options with HODEALS.
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Sofa Back Height Guide UK: What Height Is Comfortable?
What sofa back height is comfortable? Compare low and high-back sofas, seated support, seat depth and room scale, then shortlist suitable sofas and retailer options with HODEALS.
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Sofa Seat Height Guide UK: What Height Should You Choose?
What sofa seat height should you choose? Compare typical UK seat heights, measure correctly, and check how seat height works with depth and room fit.
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Buying guide
Best Sofa for Tall People UK: The Measurements That Matter
Tall sofa shopper? Compare usable seat depth, seat height and back support before you buy. This UK guide explains the measurements that matter and how to shortlist sofas that fit your body and room.
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Sofa Depth Guide UK: How Deep Should a Sofa Be for a Small Living Room?
Sofa depth can make or break a small living room. Learn how to compare overall depth, seat depth and room clearance, then compare suitable sofas and retailer options with HODEALS.
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Buying guide
Will Your Sofa Fit Through the Door? A UK Measuring Guide
Buying a sofa? Measure doors, halls, stairs, lifts and turning space before ordering, then compare suitable sofas and retailer options with HODEALS.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Sofa beds for small spaces: what to check before you buy
Choosing a sofa bed for a small space? Compare closed and open dimensions, clearance, delivery access and everyday seating before you buy.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
How to choose sofa size for a small living room
Choose the right sofa size for a small living room by checking width, depth, walkways and delivery access, then compare suitable 2-seater and 3-seater sofas with HODEALS.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
Corner sofa buying guide: size, layout and access
Planning a corner sofa? Check overall size, chaise direction, room layout and delivery access before you buy, then compare suitable corner sofas and retailer options with HODEALS.
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Buying guide
Sofa bed vs standard sofa: what should you choose?
Compare a sofa bed with a standard sofa by space, sleeping needs, dimensions and everyday comfort before deciding which option suits your home.
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Buying guide
Buying guide
2-seater vs 3-seater sofa: which size is right for you?
Compare 2-seater and 3-seater sofas by room size, seating needs and dimensions so you can choose the better fit for your home.
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