How Do You Choose a Sofa That Works in Narrow UK Rooms

Narrow rooms are a familiar feature of British homes, particularly in terraces and older flats. The width may be limited, but the length is often generous enough to allow for practical, comfortable seating. This article looks at how to choose a sofa that suits a narrow lounge, covering sofa depth, back height, arm style and length. It explains why a longer sofa with a shallow depth usually beats a chunkier two seater, when a corner sofa can still work, and how to treat the length of the room as an asset rather than a problem. We also touch on colour, rugs and walking routes, all of which influence how a narrow room reads once the sofa is in place. The aim is to help you avoid the common mistakes and create a setting that feels calm and easy to live in every day....