The sofa is an indispensable piece of furniture in the house; it provides a comfortable resting space and shows the owner’s taste and style. However, choosing the material sofa is complex; one should consider the harm of different climates and lifestyles to find the ideal sofa.

Being a sofa factory with 30 years of experience in the renovation industry, Rayleigh self-identifies to the necessity of sofa material selection, and we provide most of our customers with high-quality, cost-efficient and comfortable sofa merchandise. This article will explain how to choose the suitable sofa material for different climatic conditions and living habits. We look forward to providing professional advice and explanations for your sofa purchase.

Climatic factors of different natural conditions have additional requirements for sofa materials. If you choose improperly, it may lead to the sofa changing shape, fading colour, dry cracks, growing mould and other problems, endangering the beauty and service life of the couch. Therefore, when choosing sofa materials, you should pay attention to the following aspects:

Temperature: too high or too low temperature will cause the sofa material to cause harm. When the temperature is too high, leather sofas easily stick, sweat, and have complex and dry crack marks; cloth sofas quickly fade and change shape; solid wood sofas easily return to the oil, with dry crack marks. When the temperature is low, leather sofas are easy to freeze brittle; cloth sofas quickly absorb moisture and mould; solid wood sofas are easy to turn off, dry cracks. Thus, in high or low-temperature regions, it is recommended to choose heat-resistant, cold-resistant, breathable rattan or metal sofas.

Humidity: too high or too low moisture also harms sofa materials. When the humidity is too high, leather sofas quickly become mouldy and fade; cloth sofa easily absorbs moisture and grow mould; solid wood sofa quickly absorbs moisture; pescetarian and dry seams. When the humidity is too low, the leather sofa is easy to dry and dry seams; the cloth sofa is easy to produce static electricity; the solid wood sofa is easy to switch off and dry seams. Thus, in high or low-humidity geographic areas, it is recommended to choose waterproof, moisture-proof, anti-static artificial leather or plastic sofas.

Lights: lights and time will also affect the sofa material. When the light source is too strong, leather sofas are easy to fade and age; cloth sofas are easy to fade and yellow; solid wood sofas are easy to fade and dry crack marks. When the light is weak, leather sofas are prone to mould; cloth sofas are prone to develop; solid wood sofas are prone to mould. Thus, in very strong or poor light geographic areas, it is recommended to choose light-resistant, anti-bacterial, mould-removing glass or metal sofas.

Generally speaking, when choosing sofa material, it should be combined with the local climate characteristics. It should be selected with solid adaptability, good durability and high comfort to ensure the sofa use effect and use period.

Lifestyle Different living conditions have different requirements for sofa materials. If there is a problem, it may cause the sofa not to meet the needs of use, jeopardising its function and comfort. Thus, when choosing the material for the couch, attention should be paid to the following aspects:

Frequency of use: Sofas with high frequency of use should be made of wear-resistant, durable and easy-to-clean sofa materials to ensure the sofa is beautiful and hygienic. For example, the living room or study sofa is used frequently. It is recommended to choose a leather or artificial leather sofa as it is not easy to absorb dust and dirt and is easy to clean. Sofas used less frequently can be made of soft, comfortable and soothing sofa materials for relaxation. For example, couches for bedrooms or children’s rooms, usually only applied at specific times, are recommended to choose cloth art or down sofas, as they have better warmth and breathability and richer colours and patterns.

Use of the crowd: the age, gender and health of the people using the sofa will also affect the choice of sofa material. For example, the elderly or pregnant women and other people in poor health should choose soft, comfortable, good-tolerance of the sofa material to ensure that the spine and joints are healthy. Selecting a sofa filled with sponge or latex is recommended, as it has better toughness and adaptability. Children, pets, and other active people should choose wear-resistant, durable, non-toxic, and harmless sofa materials to avoid damaging and contaminating the sofa during play. Because of its lightweight, sturdy, easy to clean and other characteristics, it is recommended to choose a vine or plastic sofa.

Applicable scene: The relevant scene’s style, atmosphere and function will also affect the choice of sofa material. For example, modern minimalist or Scandinavian-style scenarios should choose sofa materials with bright colours, clean lines and novel shapes to highlight the sense of fashion and individuality. Because of its diversity and innovation, choosing fabric or metal sofas is recommended. In American or European style scenarios, sofa materials with dull colours, elegant lines and gorgeous shapes should be selected to reflect the sense of luxury and taste. Leather or solid wood sofas are recommended because they are upscale and classic.

Generally speaking, when choosing sofa material, you should select the sofa material that meets the usage demand and performance comfort based on your lifestyle to ensure the sofa usage effect and satisfaction rate.

For example, for you to better understand how to choose the suitable sofa material for different climates and lifestyles, we have prepared the following specific cases for you:

Case 1: You are a housewife living in a cold and humid region in the south. You are a housewife who lives in a cold and moist area in the south. You have a large living room and often have friends and family visiting. It would be best to choose a sofa adapted to high temperatures and high humidity that many people can use. You are advised to select a rattan sofa because it has the following advantages:

Rattan sofa is made of natural or artificial rattan weaving, has good breathability and water absorption, and can regulate indoor temperature and humidity, giving people a refreshing and comfortable feeling.

Rattan sofa is made up of rattan with good elasticity and toughness, which has strong bearing capacity and wear resistance and can withstand the pressure of multiple users and frequent movement without wrinkle and damage.

Rattan sofa is made of natural or environmentally friendly materials, does not contain all harmful substances, is harmless to the human body and the environment, and is in line with health and green.

The rattan sofa is made of many colours and patterns of rattan, which is highly decorative and beautiful and can be consistent with the style of the cold and humid areas in the south, creating a warm atmosphere, of course.

Case 2: You are a white-collar worker who survives in the dry region of the north. Your bedroom is small, and you are the only one who applies. It would be best if you chose a sofa adapted to the cold and dry climate that provides a personal comfort area. You are advised to select a cloth sofa because it has the following advantages:

Cloth sofas are made of fibre materials such as cotton, linen, wool and silk, which have better breathability and flexibility and can give a warm and comfortable feeling.

The cloth sofa is made of two layers of padding material and a torsion spring, which has better bearing capacity and elasticity and can be adjusted according to the curve of the human body to maintain the spine and joints.

Various colours and patterns of cloth cover cloth sofa has strong changeability and personalisation, to be maintained and matched according to their preferences, presenting their unique style.

Cloth sofas are made up of shedding and cleanable cloths that are easy to clean and hygienic, preventing dust, stains, bacteria and other contaminants from harming the sofa.

Example 3: You are a traveller surviving in the western highlands region. You run a B&B hotel that often hosts travellers from different areas and countries. It would help if you chose a sofa adapted to the high altitude’s harsh and dry climate and for users from different cultural backgrounds. You are advised to select a leather sofa as it has the following advantages:

Leather sofas are made of animal leather or artificial leather, which has better water and moisture resistance to withstand the cold and dry climate at high altitudes and maintain the original look and grain of the sofa.

Leather sofas are made of high-density sponge and wooden frames with a reasonable degree of solidity and safety, can withstand customers of different weights and sizes, and are not easily collapsed and shaken.

Leather sofas are covered by single or mixed-colour wireframes, with great elegance and taste, adapted to the landscape of the western plateau region, leaving a deep impression on the guests.

Leather sofas are made of smooth and delicate leather, which is highly comfortable and tactile, giving customers a feeling of elegance and luxury.

Conclusion According to the above examples, you should understand how to choose the appropriate sofa material for different temperatures and living habits. Naturally, these are just some reference suggestions for you based on your years of experience and expertise in the home furnishing industry, and you should also explore and try more according to your specific situation and preferences.

Rayleigh As a sofa manufacturer with 30 years of experience in the home improvement industry, we are always customer-orientated, quality-orientated, and innovation-driven to provide you with the best and most comfortable sofa merchandise. No matter what kind of climate you are in, what kind of lifestyle you have, and what type of sofa material you need, we can customise it to suit all your needs. If you’re interested in our merchandise or want more data on sofa material choices, please do not hesitate to contact us; we’ll be happy to help you. Thank you for reading this article; we hope it was helpful.