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Throwing Away Your Old Sofa? This is What to Do Instead

June 27, 2019 by Marina Klima 9 Comments

Old Sofa Saga Many years ago I bought a sofa and when it got old I just could never throw it away. The sofa traveled from house to house, my two dogs slept on it and my kids used it as a trampoline.  Then I  gave it to my daughter and she used it in her bachelorette Manhattan rental where it was loved (sometimes too much) by many friends. The wine was spilled … [Read more...]

How to Choose Quality Sofa Fabric like a Pro

March 28, 2013 by Marina Klima 274 Comments

Image source: House Beautiful: Christopher Petkanas

If you want your sofa and chairs to last make sure that you read this post before you buy your sofa. Here I'll show you how to choose the right fabric for your sofa and chairs like a pro, so that even Lucy, the Wheaten, will have a hard time destroying them. Construction But wait. First, you check the construction of your sofa and chairs. Is it sturdy enough? Is the … [Read more...]

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Crypton Fabric Furniture. Find Out if it is for You

Selecting performance fabrics, such as Crypton for your couch or chairs goes a long way in preserving your sanity as a parent. Think about all the energy you’d save if you don’t worry as much about spilled orange juice or ketchup.

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