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What's the difference between full and semi-aniline leather?

What's the difference between full and semi-aniline leather?

Broadly speaking, there are two types of leather out there in the world, full-aniline, and semi-aniline. The difference is really in how these leather hides are selected, prepared, and then colored. Duration 2:39.

What's better, a bench or multiple cushions?

What's better, a bench or multiple cushions?

A long cushion can look sleeker, but multiple cushions can be more practical. Some suggestions on which might be right for your sofa. Duration 3:09.

Should I put casters on my sofa?

Should I put casters on my sofa?

They look great. They're supposedly functional. But do they belong on your sofa? It depends! Duration 4:41.

How do I select the best sectional sofa?

How do I select the best sectional sofa?

Let's talk about sectional sofas. There are three ways a sectional sofa can be built. Duration 2:43.

How is fabric durability measured?

How is fabric durability measured?

Let's talk about fabric durability, specifically the abrasion resistance of fabric and how that is measured. Duration 3:41.

What is an English roll arm sofa?

What is an English roll arm sofa?

I'm here today to talk about one of our favorite types of sofas, the English Roll Arm Sofa. Duration 4:25.

What's the best sofa if you have high ceilings?

What's the best sofa if you have high ceilings?

I'm here today to talk about an important subject. Actually, it's not that important of a subject, but it is a question that comes up a lot, and it's a weird one, and I feel like I have to address it just because I get it so often. Duration 2:38.

All about velvet

All about velvet

Chris gives you an overview of our velvet options, including the best choices for stain-resistance, feel, and practicality. Duration 6:18.

How much space do I need per person?

How much space do I need per person?

Make sure you've got plenty of room for everyone in your family. (The dog counts, too...) Duration 1:51.

What do I do if I'm allergic to down?

What do I do if I'm allergic to down?

Whether you're allergic or just want to eliminate animal products from your home, we have great down alternatives. Duration 2:13.

Should all my upholstery match?

Should all my upholstery match?

When putting together a room with a sofa and other pieces of upholstery, should they match in style and color or should they be different? Duration 4:02.

What's an 8-way hand-tied suspension?

What's an 8-way hand-tied suspension?

What's an 8-way hand-tied suspension system and why should I care? First of all, a suspension system on your sofa is the set of springs that sit beneath the cushions beneath that black fabric that's underneath the cushions. Duration 5:40.

Can I get a Chesterfield sofa that's a sleeper?

Can I get a Chesterfield sofa that's a sleeper?

Can I get a Chesterfield sofa that's a sleeper also? The answer is yes, we make 'em. We make them in two different sizes. Duration 1:26.

Should I feel bad about myself for buying a neutral colored sofa?

Should I feel bad about myself for buying a neutral colored sofa?

Maybe. But there are plenty of good reasons for choosing neutral furniture. Here are a few of them. Duration 3:01.

What's the best kind of sofa for little kids?

What's the best kind of sofa for little kids?

Are you concerned that a new sofa is just going to be destroyed by your kids? Making smart choices will ensure your couch stands up to your family. Duration 3:51.

What's a pocket coil suspension system?

What's a pocket coil suspension system?

Why are we so in love with them? Why should you care? And why are they a better choice than the other options on the market? Duration 4:07.

What are modular sofas?

What are modular sofas?

Chris explains the difference between modular sofas and sectional sofas, and why a modular might be the right style for your home. Duration 2:13.

How do I measure for a sectional?

How do I measure for a sectional?

When measuring for a custom sectional for your home, you have to consider both the overall dimensions and configuration, and the amount of seating you want to offer. Duration 2:38.

What depth of Chesterfield do I want?

What depth of Chesterfield do I want?

Our Higgins Chesterfield is available in a number of depths. Which one is right for your home? Let's explore the options! Duration 4:04.

What do I do with all these leather swatches?

What do I do with all these leather swatches?

Evaluating leather swatches goes beyond picking a favorite color. Here are some tips on making smart selections for your home. Duration 8:20.

What are the different sofa backrests?

What are the different sofa backrests?

There are basically three different types of backrests that you can get on a piece of furniture. Here they are. Duration 3:25.

How often should you turn over seat cushions?

How often should you turn over seat cushions?

Flipping cushions, vacuuming fabric, and other tips for keeping your sofa looking great. Duration 2:44.

How do we make our seat cushions?

How do we make our seat cushions?

When done well, a good seat cushion can last you for years, providing support, softness, and shape. When done less well, ehhh...not so much. Learn how we build our cushions to perform over the long haul. Duration 2:29.

What's a sinuous spring suspension?

What's a sinuous spring suspension?

It's the most common type of couch suspension system, and you may have a sofa built with it in your living room now. Duration 2:27.

What's the best fabric for kids?

What's the best fabric for kids?

They jump on them, drip on them, and are often a sofa's worst nightmare. Here are some great durable, cleanable fabric options if you have children in your home. Duration 4:15.

Cleaning and Freshening Your Sofa

Cleaning and Freshening Your Sofa

Here are 6 tips on how to clean and rejuvenate your sofa. Duration 0:42.

Can you guys just build anything?

Can you guys just build anything?

The short answer is no, but the longer answer is...we can build a lot. Challenge us! Duration 1:58.

How can I get a big sofa into a small home?

How can I get a big sofa into a small home?

Looking for a long sofa for a basement, apartment, or otherwise complicated destination? We have a trick that just might work for you. Duration 1:55.

What do I do with all these fabric swatches?

What do I do with all these fabric swatches?

We have hundreds and hundreds of fabric swatches available on our site, you've probably ordered a few of them by now. Duration 4:31.

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