Chateau D'Ax Sofa- Low End/No Knowledge?

15 years ago

I've been reading this forum for a while. The only opinion about Chateau D'Ax sofas on here compares them to Natuzzi.

That was not encouraging.

I don't know if anyone reads this forum if they are NOT looking for an answer to a furniture question? So, maybe, the contented people have no desire to answer my question above?

Is it salepeople that frequent this forum to "advertise" their wares? I always wondered.

But, if you happen to be on this forum, and you DO know anything about Chateau D'Ax and are willing to tell me the good, the bad, and the ugly, I'd appreciate it.

It seems after being on here for a while, and looking at many different sofas, my husband and I have found a Chateau D'Ax we liked at Macy's Home store.

Any comments one way or another? Thanks.

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mogator88

15 years ago

When I compared CD'A with Natuzzi, it was simply meant as information. Its hard to post a detailed answer to every question, its very time consuming, and especially when its a question that gets asked over and over and over again. I think a search of the forum would bring up past posts that go into more detail.

But maybe not, so, here goes. Both brands "cut corners" all over the place to keep the price down. But, both brands do very extensive testing to make sure their "new way" of building a sofa will hold up. When we sold Natuzzi 10 years ago at the height of Italian leather-mania, we couldn't believe that any company would build a sofa that way, or that anyone would buy a sofa made that way.

Well, almost everyone in the US was buying it. And it wasn't just Natuzzi, it was every sofa coming out of Italy, and also Leather Center too. And nobody, and I mean nobody, was having their sofas fall apart. They really did hold up. Well, we soon got outta that rat race and into better and more unique goods, but 10 years later not one complaint or request for warranty info on the Natuzzi's we sold (or Leather Center sofas, they sold to stores under the name Georgio Leoni).

I still don't care for the way they're made, but they do hold up. If that doesn't answer the question, then I don't know what will, but thems the facts, and its my story and I'm sticking to it :-)

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spunky_MA_z6
15 years ago
We have a set--also bought at Macy's, probably 5 or 6 years ago. The sofa is a sofa-bed. The bed part isn't terribly comfortable, but works fine (pulls out and goes in just fine).

We have 3 young kids, and the set is in our main living room, so is much used. I always sit in the same spot to watch tv, and that side of the couch is a bit lower than the other side. It doesn't bother me--I've recently started sitting on the opposite side to see if I can even it out.

It has held up very well for the price we paid--when purchasing, I didn't expect to get more than 10 years out of it, but it is still in fine shape after 5 or 6 years. Other people have asked me where they can get a set, so I guess it's still very attractive.

I really liked that the seat cushion (which looks like 3 cushions) is actually one cushion--3 sewn together. At the time we bought it my little girl had been constantly pulling cushions off our old set and I was sick of putting them back!

Our sofa is in the middle of the room, so the back is exposed, and with 3 kids somersaulting over it on a daily basis, it still looks pretty new. The leather is still in great shape.

I think it's a good buy for the price you pay. I have seen a lot worse in leather--my SIL's set is all bunchy in the cushions--mine are still great, although slightly sunken on one side (the only spot I sit in) and a bit "softer" now than when we first bought it (it was very firm in the store).

Our next sofa will be high end, but this one got us through this stage of life very well.
bananafana
15 years ago
My daughter bought the Chateau D'Ax leather sofa at Macy's about five years ago. I think it's called the "Opie" or something similar. Paid in the neighborhood of $1000. It's the primary place they crash at night so it sees a lot of use. It looks like new. I'm pretty impressed that it's stood up so well because they don't baby it.

Because they liked it so much, my mom and dad also bought one just like it but in a different color (special order) about 4 years ago, and it shows absolutely no wear and is super comfortable too. Ok....it's my mom and dad, and they aren't hard on anything, so it's not a great test. But still......they love it and it's a great napping sofa. For the price, I'd buy one in a minute if I had a place for it. Love the chair and ottoman that goes with it too.
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Just this week, my wife and I purchased a Chateau D'Ax leather sectional sofa (Alviso) from Raymour & Flanigan. At the time, I didn't know anything about the manufacturer, other than it was made in Italy. (The opinions that I've seen in these forums since then has been a bit discouraging.)

I had done some research prior to the purchase on leather types and processing/dyeing methods and was satisfied with the type of leather used on the couch we chose. We loved the look - especially the tufted seat cushions - and it will fit the space we need it for. We won't be taking delivery of the sofa for at least a month until our house remodel is complete, so can't give any in-home impressions of the look/quality yet.

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Here is a link that might be useful: The sofa we purchased.
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surfor
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I bought a Chateau d'Ax all leather (real hides) sectional from Macy's about 7 years ago. The sectional is individual pieces that you place where you want. I still love it. It has held up to 100 pound dogs, me and my husband, grandkids and kids and a flood - and when I clean the leather, looks brand new. I also own a Natuzzi (real hides) leather sofa - don't see much difference in quality. If you take care of your furniture, it will look good for years.
Jay J
4 years ago
I was wondering if you bought it and if it held up, looking to buy Chateau D Ax with tufted seats myself, not sure if its Nap-p-able enough.. any thoughts?
sabywaga
4 years ago
We got our set in May 2016! trough Macys. Because of my husband's work, our home stayed empty for most of the time until now that we moved back. We have been using it daily since October 2017 and I can honestly tell you that they are NOT worth the money. I love the leather, it is of good quality but the support and firmness are GONE!!! Poor construction and Low quality materials for the construction of it. VERY, VERY DISAPPOINTED!!!!!! Working on contacting the company before I call my lawyer.
Lynn MElick
4 years ago
I have had a Chateau D'Ax sofa for about 15 years. I am looking to replace it because it is beginning to look quite worn. Fifteen years with multiple cats and dogs have taken a toll. I have to say the sofa still sits very comfortably and were it not for pet abuse, I would not be looking for a new sofa.
lshack17
4 years ago
This post is from 2007 . Just thought I'd throw that out there.
jkvammen
3 years ago
I bought a Chateau d’Ax leather sleep sofa from Macy’s over 20 years ago

It is still like new but I unfortunately have to buy a new one as the matress

and springs are now in bad shape. I will try and find another sofa from same Italian Co as leather quality is superb

I have used the sofa every night but nothing lasts forever!
John Watson
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I have owned my sofa, chair and ottoman for nearly 15 years and it looks as good today as the day I bought it. I have a Doberman pincher, dachshund , and miniature teacup dachshund. they play ROUGH and the furniture holds up nicely. I’m in the market for another set for my lake home and I wouldn’t waste my money on anything else. 5 stars in my book
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@John Watson I just purchased this EXACT sofa, love seat and ottoman through FB Marketplace. The previous owners had the foresight to customize a thick piece of glass which converts the ottoman into a coffee table. I do wish it opened for extra storage.

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Hi,

I had purchased various sectional pieces from Macy's 5 years ago to make an L shaped sofa. It is the Stacey Leather design in pearl white. Now I am looking for a corner piece or a lounge piece to separate out the L and make two sofas. If anyone is looking to sell, let me know. Thanks!
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Beware.. I had purchased a beautiful looking set love it.. however having issues with the recliner part making horrible noises.. repaired three times and the manufacturer is trying to blame us for abuse... don’t by looks are deceiving.. they don’t stand behind their merchandise...
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Had Mine my L shaped sectional 10 years it’s been fantastic
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I JUST bought my CHATEAU D'AX white, kind of VELVET couches from Raymour and Flanigan's and I am going crazy!!! I had a get together and my couches have now a few stains!!! Experts from R&F came to clean it up with NO SUCCESS!!! PLEASE HOW CAN I CLEAN THESE COUCHES?

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PLEASE!!!!!
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@magmason, I have that set also! About 20 years old. Absolutely love it. So so comfortable.

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