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Sofa recommendations

Post by kingarthur » Sat Dec 29, 2018 8:35 am

Due to move house in the next couple of weeks and need a new sofa or two. Can any one recommend any companies they have used or know of any good deals. I appreciate most companies have deals on at this time of the year (and most other times of the year too :roll: ).
Thanks in advance

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by South West Claret. » Sat Dec 29, 2018 8:48 am

How about this one if you have a van to collect?

https://www.preloved.co.uk/adverts/show ... %2Bsettees" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;.
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by clarethomer » Sat Dec 29, 2018 8:50 am

We used DFS last time - 8 years ago. Sofa still going well.

We are moving early next year too and will probably need a new sofa in addition to the one we have so will keep an eye out on this thread to see what else gets recommended. Otherwise will be off to the ‘sale’ that never ends
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by South West Claret. » Sat Dec 29, 2018 9:22 am

kingarthur wrote:Due to move house in the next couple of weeks and need a new sofa or two. Can any one recommend any companies they have used or know of any good deals. I appreciate most companies have deals on at this time of the year (and most other times of the year too :roll: ).
Thanks in advance
You can save an awful lot a money by buying second hand providing your choosey and in some cases the older stuff can be made better.

Like anything else you have to do your own research.
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by Funkydrummer » Sat Dec 29, 2018 9:54 am

I find NEXT very good quality and value. Interest free credit too.

https://www.next.co.uk/homeware/sofa-collection" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by Hipper » Sat Dec 29, 2018 10:17 am

If your sofa is just worn or doesn't match the new décor you could get made to measure covers for it:

https://www.plumbs.co.uk/sofa-covers/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by dermotdermot » Sat Dec 29, 2018 10:53 am

Interestingly point this. Just where do you buy a sofa nowadays. There were two places where I live, Multi York and Wesley Barrell, but they’ve both closed down. Every time I throw myself down on something in, say John Lewis, I think how uncomfortable they are as well as being quite expensive for what they are.
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by Quickenthetempo » Sat Dec 29, 2018 10:57 am

If you want quality get in touch with these guys.
http://atpu.co.uk" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Not cheap sale stuff but I'm sure they can sort you out.
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by LS7 » Sat Dec 29, 2018 12:52 pm

Those atpu ones are horrible from a scan of the website

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by charlyt » Sat Dec 29, 2018 1:43 pm

SPE at Briercliffe Rd business centre has a good choice of sofas and Co and are reasonably priced.
And they can deliver.
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by Quickenthetempo » Sat Dec 29, 2018 1:55 pm

LS7 wrote:Those atpu ones are horrible from a scan of the website
It's all made to order. They might be from Garlicks boardroom that you didn't like. Wealth doesn't mean taste all the time.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by basil6345789 » Sat Dec 29, 2018 1:59 pm

You have 2 choices:-
Get a real one, say Bridgecraft, with sprung front, beech frame, etc and pay at least 3 grand but will last.
Get an "all the rest" - in which case go to Brand Interiors (the place on Briercliffe Road sells their stuff). We've had plenty of hardwood and bedroom furniture off them and their service and help is superb. They do all the trendy stuff (M&S etc) either from the floor or to order. Usually half (of an inflated) price but still value.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by ElectroClaret » Sat Dec 29, 2018 2:01 pm

Whichever one you go for, I'd recommend getting one that supports your head when you lean back.

A lot of these modern ones have low backs (as I know to my cost :( ).
Consequently, you often get a crick in the neck after sitting there for a while.
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by basil6345789 » Sat Dec 29, 2018 2:21 pm

Just a thought - ask Alexa!

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by Top Claret » Sat Dec 29, 2018 2:49 pm

Taskers have some quality gear
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by The Enclosure » Sat Dec 29, 2018 3:27 pm

Another shout for Next.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by ayrshireclaret83 » Sat Dec 29, 2018 3:50 pm

Harvey’s Guvnor range what a sofa

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by basil6345789 » Sat Dec 29, 2018 5:13 pm

Top Claret - agree with you on Taskers but it's still worth a ride over to Mytholmroyd.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by CardyTheClaret » Sat Dec 29, 2018 5:19 pm

Pendle Village Mill are the best local independent furniture retailer. Always good value and a huge selection.
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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by beddie » Sat Dec 29, 2018 5:28 pm

Another shout for Taskers. Not the cheapest but your getting quality.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by Wuggawumphwumph » Sat Dec 29, 2018 5:34 pm

Raj upholstery in waterfoot and l believe the owner is a clarets fan

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by ElectroClaret » Sat Dec 29, 2018 5:35 pm

Another shout for Pendle Village. Very big selection, good prices.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by claretnproud » Tue Jan 01, 2019 4:43 pm

this lot could be worth a look if you are based in or near Burnley. Just seen their showroom/unit on gumtree.

https://www.gumtree.com/p/sofas/grey-gu ... 1323851125" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

looks like its mainly x display stuff.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by Dodobdobodobo » Tue Jan 01, 2019 4:48 pm

kingarthur wrote:Due to move house in the next couple of weeks and need a new sofa or two. Can any one recommend any companies they have used or know of any good deals. I appreciate most companies have deals on at this time of the year (and most other times of the year too :roll: ).
Thanks in advance
Brand Interiors at various sites in Lancashire. 50% off M & S stock + additional discount until middle of January.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by dsr » Tue Jan 01, 2019 4:51 pm

On a similar note, does anyone have recommendations for somewhere that sells riser/recliner armchairs - the sort that gives an older person a lift to help them get up?

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by claretnproud » Tue Jan 01, 2019 5:11 pm

I would try Gumtree or pre loved dsr. Like stair lifts I would imagine these are often left by old people when they pass away.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by claretnproud » Tue Jan 01, 2019 5:13 pm

gumtree link
some on here
https://www.gumtree.com/search?search_c ... air&tq=%7B" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;"i"%3A"riser"%2C"s"%3A"riser+recli

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by South West Claret. » Tue Jan 01, 2019 5:16 pm

After Christmas is a good time in general to buy a range of things for obvious reasons as well.

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by Sheedyclaret » Tue Jan 01, 2019 5:26 pm

Ah interior, very or next have a decent range ar good prices

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Re: Sofa recommendations

Post by South West Claret. » Tue Jan 01, 2019 5:40 pm

Bankrupt stock is another avenue sold by auction.

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