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‘Cosy’ is taking on a new look in 2025 – this is how your cosy living room is going to change in the new year

Cosy's been one of the major buzzwords of 2024 – but it’s set to evolve as we head into the new year

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How many cushions should you have on your sofa? Experts share the golden rule of getting it just right

You’ll never have too many or not enough sofa cushions ever again

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How to choose a sofa that will last – the materials, fillings and features that experts assure will stand the test of time

Sofa experts reveal their top tips on selecting a truly lasting design

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Save up to £1,500 on these luxury sofas in the Black Friday sale

Get the perfect sofa for your home for less this Black Friday – here’s how

The Independent UK

How to make a sofa look good with throws – from colour to placement

Looking to transform your sofa without breaking the bank? We share our top tips for doing just that with throws

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How to make a sofa bed more comfortable - 7 ways to make your guests feel like they're sleeping on a hotel-worthy bed

Whether it's for you or guests these are our top tips to up the comfort levels of your sofa bed

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Back-to-school home office schemes to stimulate productivity

Make nine-to-five more fruitful with these expert tips, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

The Independent UK

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I'm a sleep editor and these are the 3 things I wish I'd known before buying a sofa bed

What I wish I'd known before I bought a sofa bed, and what I'd do differently next time

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The 9 sofa bed buying mistakes to avoid at all costs - pitfalls that could turn a dream purchase into a nightmare

Don't lose sleep over your sofa bed choice – from mechanisms to measurements, here's how to get it right

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Sara Cox shares her home truths about her GSD weekends to the pet peeve she can't stand

Sara Cox gets up close and personal with her home

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George Clarke reveals the thing that will make a 'big difference' to every rented home – and it won't break the budget

'I love them, I've bought loads of them'

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12 simple sofa buying mistakes you should avoid if you can

Investing in a new sofa can be expensive, so don't waste your money by making these errors

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6 best sofa fabrics for a calming home - the materials recommend by experts

These soothing textiles are proven to trigger feelings of calm

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Sofa colour trends 2025 – the 6 hottest shades to inject into your living room

From the bold to the cosy, these are the colours you’ll be covering your sofa with this year

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6 secret tricks stylists use that can make any sofa look more expensive

Upgrade your sofa with these simple styling tips

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Christmas tree ribbon ideas – 13 ways to incorporate this year’s biggest tree decor trend into your home

The hottest look of this Christmas season comes with a bow on top

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Small living room ideas – these 58 tiny but inspiring lounges have nailed small-scale living, and you can do the same in yours

Take inspiration from these compact living spaces that make the most of every inch – and yours can, too

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Our expert editors voted these brands the winners in the Ideal Home Living Room Awards 2023

The Ideal Home team's top picks for living rooms

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Restore your sofa to its former glory with this plumping secret experts swear by

Give your beloved sofa a new lease of life with these expert-led tips

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How your sofa could increase the value of your home, according to a home stager

Size really does matter...

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Sofa colours to avoid – these are the 3 shades experts recommend to steer clear of, and the ones you should go for instead

These are the colours that experts say you might want to avoid for practicality and timelessness

Birmingham Post

Sofology sales near £150m as profits slashed at owner DFS

DFS has owned the brand since 2017

Wales Online

Average sofa sees 311 arguments and 401 naps during eight years of service, study finds

Brits are willing to spend as much as £1,010 on their dream sofa - and almost all will try to resell the furniture when they no longer want it

Birmingham Post

Sales at Sofology pass £300m despite woes of owner DFS

During the year Sofology opened seven new showrooms

Ideal Home

Sofa ideas for small living rooms – 17 stylish ways that ensure everybody has a seat in a tiny lounge

These are the sofa styles that will fit right into your compact lounge without making it look cramped

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