How to Source Manufacturers of Custom Made Couches

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If you’ve been searching for well-made, stylish couches or sofas for your home but can’t find what you want, consider opting for custom-made furniture. While most regular stores—whether on the high street or in shopping malls—offer relatively limited selections, there are many other possibilities to explore.

For example, you can have sofas designed specifically for you or ask a manufacturer to replicate an existing design. Alternatively, many companies offer specialized ranges with a choice of finishes, which they consider to be a “custom-made” piece of furniture.

What the term “custom-made” means

When we refer to custom-made items, we generally mean that they are created according to the specifications of the person purchasing them. Similarly, when we talk about furniture or building structures being custom-built, we mean that they are constructed based on the customer’s desires. The alternative is to buy off-the-shelf or ready-made items, which means choosing from whatever has already been constructed, manufactured, or produced.
In reality, manufacturers of so-called custom-made furniture often combine these concepts. This is probably why another term, “customer-made,” is used by some contemporary manufacturers. This relatively new term implies that you can design your own couch within the parameters set by the company that will ultimately make it for you.

The procedure to follow when looking for individualistic couches and sofas for customer-made pieces could follow this basic process:

  • Choose the couch design you like best.
  • Specify the size of the couch according to set dimensions.
  • Select a fabric or leather for covering the couch.
  • Decide on your personal level of comfort, which will determine how the couch is constructed.

You will probably agree that this sounds like an excellent concept.

Custom-made vs. off-the-shelf

The main difference between custom-made and off-the-shelf furniture—whether couches or dining room suites—is that custom-made pieces offer some level of exclusivity and/or individuality. The latter might cost the same, but there’s always the possibility that your friends and neighbors could buy exactly the same items. If you’re after something “custom,” chances are you won’t want your neighbors to copy your choice.
But that’s not all. The custom-made concept also applies to the size of furniture made specifically for you.

For example, if you live in a tiny apartment that can’t accommodate the dimensions of a sofa design you love, you can go to a specialist manufacturer and have the same design made smaller—provided, of course, that the scale works in your home.

Be cautious, though, as some manufacturers may promise to do the job but fail to understand design factors (such as size and scale). You could end up with something that looks awful after spending a lot of money. If you’re unsure, it’s always best to buy something you can see and sit on before committing to payment.

What to look for when buying a couch

Whatever type of couch or sofa you’re looking to buy, the first step is to decide on a style. You should also have a good idea of what you want in terms of color and finish. A couch is often considered an “anchor” piece by designers, with other chairs, tables, and accessories complementing the overall design. For this reason, it’s wise to choose the best couch—or couches—you can afford.
Stores that offer custom-made couches typically display basic designs in various shapes and sizes. Make sure you identify exactly what you want. For example, the length of a couch can range from 137 cm to 229 cm, and arm and back heights can also vary. While you may end up paying a little more for a custom size, if it works for you, it will undoubtedly be worth it.

Even if you only want one couch, consider seating for at least six people. Very few people live alone for their entire lives! You might also want to think about buying two custom-made couches. Alternatively, you could purchase a few single chairs for additional seating.

Keep in mind that upholstered furniture can always be reupholstered in a different fabric later on when your tastes change or when you can afford something better. With this in mind, it’s sometimes a good idea to buy a well-made secondhand piece of furniture and then have it reupholstered in a trendy fabric or leather. While it might not seem “custom-made,” older designs often have better craftsmanship—particularly when good-quality wood has been used in their construction.

Finding a suitable manufacturer The best way to find reputable, reliable, and reasonably priced manufacturers of custom-made couches and other furniture is often through word of mouth. If your friends have had a good experience with a company, it’s worth giving them a try. Another option is to check out advertisements from manufacturers who offer the services you need.

There are numerous manufacturers who will make sofas to order, including:

  • Dumonds, which manufactures comfortable and functional designs distributed throughout Canada and the USA. – www.dumonds.com
  • The Sofa Company, based in California, offering services ranging from build-your-own to recovering couches. – www.thesofaco.com
  • Van Gogh Designs, a Vancouver-based manufacturer that produces custom-upholstered furniture for both the home and hospitality industries. – www.vangoghdesigns.com

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