Non-matching (partially matched) sofa and love seat for family room

4 years ago

I'm thinking of replacing our large, 3 side sectional (with a chaise and then two sides, so makes a U) with a separate sofa and love seat. For cost reasons (and because my kids still destroy things), I'm looking to buy off FB marketplace, Craigslist or the like. I found one leather sofa that I like, but can't find a matching loveseat. So I'm thinking of instead looking for the loveseat in a different material. So two of the exact same style (rolled arm) same manufacturer (this is pottery barn), but one in leather, one in a fabric. Is this a matter of "close but no cigar"? Better to go to a totally different style (say, maybe a straight squared off arm) than to look like I tried, but not hard enough?

If the latter, then would two different styles both leather be ok? (then same color or go different since it's unlikely to have a perfect match - say an espresso and a cognac). Id really like to find leather since the dog has developed this habit of sitting on the couch too. (Started when we went on vacation - seemed to have made himself comfortable in our absence )

Thanks!

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4 years ago

It is fine to mix leather and fabric.

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oaktonmom
4 years ago
Why don’t you get a sofa and 2 comfortable chairs?
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Yes, I can get the same sofa in a smaller size, I had those other 2 gray sofas custom made to be extra long to seat 4 people on each sofa instead of 3 (or 2). I wanted more seating in that area, but I couldn't put a U shaped sectional or 3rd smaller sofa there because of the post. After I decide on the other, new sofa and chairs, I'll put 2 chairs next to the 2 gray sofas. So there will be seating for 10 in that area, and then 3 on the new sofa, with 2 new chairs for a total of 15 places for people to seat in that room (so hopefully people will stop dragging chairs to that room (which is the main place the adults gather in the house.) On the other side of the pony wall, there will be a "live edge" dining table with 6 chairs, then 6 bar stools for the kitchen island. That adds another 12 seats for a total of 29 seats. So everything is sort of "planned", I'm just stuck on this 3rd sofa issue. Matching or no ? But yes, I can order the same style/fabric in a new, smaller size sofa. And yes, I was thinking a smaller, matching sofa, 2 "light/airy" chairs, (something with thinner legs, etc.) and a small coffee table. Then add a coordinating rug to match/compliment the new larger area rug (that I'm in the process of looking for now.) Also, if I get the same sofa in a smaller size, do I get the same pillows? (Each sofa comes with 2 pillows of choice {and the "choices" aren't great.}.) Thanks!
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tedbixby
4 years ago
I agree with 2 comfortable chairs instead of loveseat. Without seeing your space or the sofa you are considering, it's difficult to make suggestions.
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JudyG Designs
4 years ago
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I am not a fan of sofa/loveseat combo...for a number of reasons, but mostly because I don't want to sit that close to anyone and try to have a conversation. I find it awkward.

Two chairs would be my choice.

This chairs gets very good reviews and you can't beat the price. Comes in tan leather and black.

I would suggest black and add them tie that color to the sofa with kilim throw pillows.

https://ak1.ostkcdn.com/images/products/20003055/Montreux-Iron-Butterfly-Chair-with-Real-Leather-Seat-1b838b47-79fe-4ef9-8ab4-cd4968fcc3bf_1000.jpg

https://ak1.ostkcdn.com/images/products/20003055/Montreux-Iron-Butterfly-Chair-with-Real-Leather-Seat-1b838b47-79fe-4ef9-8ab4-cd4968fcc3bf_1000.jpg
functionthenlook
4 years ago
I have a sofa, reclining loveseat and two chairs in my livingroom. When my gang is here the first seat taken is the loveseat, then the sofa, then only the chairs. The loveseat is the place where we like to sit. The cat likes to snuggle between us or when we have a grandchild here they are usually snuggled between us.
lilylchen
Original Author
4 years ago
Thanks for the replies. I should have clarified that this is for the room where we watch tv. So comfort is priority. It's not a room where we hosts guests and have conversations. But it is next to the kitchen with our open concept design. So as far as the two chairs that's a no go. Also, against the short leg of the current couch is a console table and behind that, we actually have a doggie door cut through the wall. So I'd like to keep that concealed - hence the desire for a longer single until.
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JudyG Designs
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago
I agree that you should have clarified.Our suggestions would have more valuable to you. The more info provided, the better the results.

I would not try to integrate another leather into the scheme. Try a good heavy fabric and a loves eat not in the PB style.

I am not familiar with this site, but I like the promo and the opportunity to buy decent pre-loved furniture.

https://kaiyo.com/furniture/sofas/loveseats/
lilylchen
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4 years ago
Thanks for the link. I have to say that I'm pretty skeptical of a lot of business ideas out there, but I absolutely love the idea behind that one! Unfortunately, they only serve the greater ny area (which is probably a good place to start given its compactness, as well as people having a taste for sleek things, unlike all the frumpy couches I've been coming across). Maybe they'll be able to expand out to where I am in the sf bat area at some point.

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