We looked at the Lazy Boy recliners - the looks of some would work for us, but they weren't very comfortable for us. We got Ekornes Stressless sofas. They recline and are very comfortable. They don't have an integrated foot rest, there are separate ottomans to use with them. We got the theater seating grouping because we like having at least one arm rest per seat, but you can get them in a normal couch configuration. Ours are large (wider seat) but they also have a medium size if you need more compact. In depth (front to back) they are pretty compact because they use a metal frame which allows for a thin back. There is a high back if you prefer that. We got the low back because it makes the room feel molre open and it's high enough for us and we got a couple of their recliners for when we want a higher back. They are pretty expensive but I expect them to be a very long term purchase.

hi david :) we have been making tufted sofas and sectionals for a long time, so we've received some feedback from customers in regards to button tufting over the years. buttons on seats can be more uncomfortable than buttons on back pillows, also sometimes zippers or buttons on jeans or other pants can snag on seat cushion buttons. usually clothes don't interfere with buttons on back pillows or arms. when buttons pop off, usually pets or little fingers (kids and pets love to play with buttons) are to blame, so you may want to skip buttons if you have little ones. let me know if you have any other questions eva @ MONARCHSOFAS.COM FOLLOW MONARCH ON INSTAGRAM :)

I think it would depend on the couch in question. In general used uphostered furniture is a huge bargain. I think if one goes to the home and inspects in person, one would get a good idea of the kind of household it was. If is is stained or odiferous, then don't buy it. In general - not always - a good quality sofa is simply more comfortable to sit on. And often the fabrics used are more beautiful. That of course depends on the sofa. Of course it is easier to go to IKEA and order a sofa versus taking some time to track down used sofas which may or may not pan out. You probably wouldn't be able to take home a sofa the same day unless you were incredibly lucky in terms of finding a used style you like. I would assume that these sofas are place holders while you wait for the sofa . you actually want to come into inventory.

You need a measured floorplan to know for sure if it will work. 2 chairs + side table + 6' circulation on both sides + 2 couches is a LOT of room . Unless you have length to spread out the chairs and sofas, things will be too close together.