Guides & advice
The SOFGO Blog
Honest, practical help for choosing, measuring and living with your sofa.
25 October 2026
Ordering a Sofa for Christmas: Lead Times and What to Check
Want a new sofa before Christmas? How to read lead times, in stock vs made to order, ways to pay and the access checks to do first.
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24 October 2026
How to Get Rid of Sofa Smells (Pets, Damp and Food)
How to get rid of sofa smells from pets, damp and food: finding the source, airing, bicarbonate of soda and keeping it fresh.
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23 October 2026
Hosting Christmas in a Small House: Where Will Everyone Sleep?
Hosting Christmas in a small house? A practical plan for sleeping space, bedding storage, privacy and a prep timeline that works.
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22 October 2026
How to Stop Sofa Cushions Going Flat
Why sofa cushions go flat and how to stop it: plumping, rotating, filling types and when a cushion needs refreshing.
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21 October 2026
Sofa Shopping in West Yorkshire: Showroom or Warehouse-Direct?
Showroom or warehouse-direct? How sofa buying differs across West Yorkshire, how to see fabrics without a showroom and what to ask.
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20 October 2026
How to Get a Sofa Up Narrow Stairs and Round Tight Corners
Getting a sofa up narrow stairs or round a tight landing: measuring the route, sectional sofas, removing doors and when to call in help.
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19 October 2026
How to Style a Corner Sofa: Cushions, Throws and Rugs
How to style a corner sofa: where to put cushions and throws, what size rug to choose, and lighting and tables that finish the look.
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18 October 2026
Can You Put a Sofa in Front of a Radiator?
Can a sofa go in front of a radiator? What it means for heat and fabric, how much gap to leave and layout alternatives for UK rooms.
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17 October 2026
What Size Coffee Table for a Corner Sofa?
How big should a coffee table be for a corner sofa? Proportions, distance from the seat, height and the shapes that suit an L-shape.
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16 October 2026
What Colour Cushions Go With a Grey Sofa?
Warm or cool grey? Cushion colour schemes that work with grey sofas, plus how many cushions a corner sofa needs and how to mix textures.
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15 October 2026
Spare Room Ideas With a Sofa Bed (Office, Den or Guest Room)
Turn a spare room into an office, snug or guest room with a sofa bed. Layout ideas, storage tips and how to pick the right size.
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14 October 2026
How to Make a Sofa Bed More Comfortable for Guests
Simple ways to make a sofa bed more comfortable for guests: level the base, add the right topper, choose bedding that fits and sort the room.
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13 October 2026
Small Living Room Layouts With a Corner Sofa
Four small living room layouts that work with a corner sofa, how to keep walkways clear and tricks to make the room feel bigger.
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12 October 2026
Sofa Beds in Huddersfield: A Practical Guide for Local Homes
Buying a sofa bed in Huddersfield? Sizes for terraces and flats, free delivery and room-of-choice assembly, and how ordering from SOFGO works.
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11 October 2026
How to Clean a Fabric Sofa: Routine, Spills and Deep Cleans
How to clean a fabric sofa safely: a weekly routine, what to do in the first five minutes after a spill, common stains and deep cleans.
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10 October 2026
Sofa Bed vs Guest Bed: Which Is Better for Your Home?
Sofa bed or dedicated guest bed? Compare space, comfort, storage and cost to decide which suits how often you host.
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9 October 2026
Sofa Delivery and Assembly: What Happens on the Day
What happens when SOFGO delivers: free door drop or free room-of-choice assembly with packaging removed, the two-hour window and what to check.
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8 October 2026
What Fits in a Sofa Bed Storage Chaise?
What really fits in a corner sofa bed storage chaise? Compartment sizes, what to store, what to avoid and how to keep bedding fresh.
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7 October 2026
Sofa Beds for Christmas Guests: Plan Your Sleeping Space Now
Hosting at Christmas? How to plan sleeping space with a corner sofa bed, read sleeping area sizes, store spare bedding and time your order.
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6 October 2026
How to Remove Dog Hair From a Fabric Sofa
A simple routine for removing dog hair from a fabric sofa, the tools that work, safe deep cleaning, and fabric tips for heavy shedders.
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5 October 2026
Best Sofa Fabric for Dogs: A Practical UK Guide
Which sofa fabric works best with dogs? Weave, texture, colour and water resistance explained, plus when an Easy Clean upgrade makes sense.
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4 October 2026
How to Measure a Room for a Corner Sofa (Step by Step)
A step-by-step guide to measuring a room for a corner sofa or corner sofa bed, including walkways, door swings and the open-bed footprint.
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3 October 2026
U-Shaped Corner Sofa Beds With Storage: Who They Suit
Is a U-shaped corner sofa bed right for your room? Room sizes, storage, seating and placement tips, with the U Shape Goldcrest in detail.
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2 October 2026
Corner Sofa Beds for Everyday Use: What to Look For
Using a corner sofa bed every day? What to check in the frame, springs, foam and sleeping area, plus the SOFGO models built for daily life.
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1 October 2026
Click-Clack vs Pull-Out vs Electric Sofa Beds Explained
Click-clack, pull-out or electric? How each sofa bed mechanism works, how much space it needs, and which suits guests or everyday use.
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30 September 2026
Will a Corner Sofa Fit Through My Door? A Measuring Guide
Measure your door, hallway and stairs before you order a corner sofa. A simple UK access checklist, plus what to do if it looks tight.
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29 September 2026
Pet-Friendly Sofas: Is an Easy Clean Fabric Upgrade Worth It?
Is the £199 Easy Clean upgrade worth it? What water- and pet-resistant fabric can and cannot do, who it suits, and how to care for it.
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28 September 2026
How to Choose a Sofa Bed for a Guest Room: A UK Buyer's Checklist
Choosing a sofa bed for a guest or spare room? Measure the open bed, check the sleeping area, mechanism and storage, and compare SOFGO models.
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27 September 2026
Small Corner Sofa Beds With Storage: Sizes That Suit Small Living Rooms
How to choose a small corner sofa bed with storage: the three measurements that matter, worked room examples and SOFGO's most compact models.
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26 September 2026
Corner Sofa Beds With Storage From £699: What You Actually Get
Compare SOFGO corner sofa beds with storage from £699: real sizes, current prices, free delivery and free room-of-choice assembly.
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25 September 2026
Left or Right Hand Corner Sofa? How to Tell, Measure and Choose
Not sure if you need a left or right hand corner sofa? The stand-facing rule, a 5-step room check and how to measure for a corner sofa bed.
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