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Sofa Lounge

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Know your Sofas

A sofa is a word adapted into English from Arabic, by way of Aramaic. These days it refers to any couch, though originally it referred only to the luxuriously cushioned seats of esteemed guests in the royal palaces of Arabia. Sofas are always upholstered and designed for reclining and relaxation.

A love seat or loveseat is a small, compact couch that seats two. Small couches have existed at least as long as large ones, but the love seat, as we know it, was designed in the 1700's to seat one woman wearing a wide bustle. As time passed, the little couches became known as intimate rendezvous spots for lovers (these were the days of Casanova, remember). Scandalous! Responding to this, furniture designers crafted love seats as two connected chairs in an S-shape, with the two sitters facing in opposite directions. This separated the couple’s bodies, though they were still able to steal kisses if they wished.

The S-shaped love seat remains a stylishly old-school choice, though its use has diminished due to its large space requirements. The small couch-style love seat is more common, though, and is now a standard feature in modern living room sets. Casanova would be proud.

A davenport originally referred only to a series of sofas produced by the A.H. Davenport Company of Boston in the mid-1800's. Due to that company’s success in America, the term has become synonymous with sofas in a large part of the modern United States, especially in the Midwest. Original Davenport Company sofas are only found at antique auctions, but if you call any couch by that name, it’s okay.

A settee has recently come to mean any kind of couch, but the name originally applied only to double-seater benches with wooden backs and arms, such as those you might find on a porch or in a hallway. On settees, upholstery can vary; most modern settees are as cushioned as any couch, but unlike a couch, some styles of settees feature minimal or absent upholstery.

The word settee is thought to be a variation on settle, though they are two different things. A settle is a large, heavy wooden-backed bench of a style used in European castle halls since medieval times. A settle is typically made entirely of wood, devoid of upholstery, and thick and heavy thanks to its development history (they were originally made from wooden chests). Ah, the luxurious castle life.

A chaise lounge is an upholstered couch designed like a very long-seated chair which you can stretch your legs on. It comes from the phrase ‘chaise longue’, which simply means ‘long couch’ in French. This style of sofa has a long history in Europe and was a standard feature in the manor houses of the aristocracy. A chaise lounge is typically thought of as a ritzy Rococo-style design, but these days they are available in a huge variety of styles, from historical to ultra-modern.

In Victorian England, a chaise lounge was often called a fainting couch. These items were installed in wealthy houses for aristocratic women to collapse on, thanks to the stress put on their bodies by the too-tight corsets of the time. No kidding.

This bizarre trend has not survived into modern times, thank goodness, but the name lives on. Originally, fainting couches were simply chaise lounges, though some featured a non-upholstered foot section which made them more similar to daybeds. As time has passed, the phrase ‘fainting couch’ has expanded to encompass a variety of chaise lounges and beds with raised headspace. It’s more a colloquial term now, since not many chaise lounge manufacturers include “great for collapsing unconscious upon” in their ad copy.

There are many more furniture terms out there that we haven’t covered -- look for a Know Your Sofas, Part 2 soon. In the meantime, for more information and a great variety of sofas, davenports, settees and lounges, check out EverySofa.Com, a proud part of the Cymax Stores Inc. network of online furniture retailers.

Sofa Lounge

Ouran High School Host Club: Sofa Lounge Wall Scroll
Ouran High School Host Club: Sofa Lounge Wall Scroll
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Ouran High School Host Club: Sofa Lounge Anime Wall Scroll. Size: Approximately 31" x 43". Wall scroll ships rolled. Comes with two horizontal plastic rods (top and bottom) and two adjustable hooks for positioning.

Features

  • Ouran High School Host Club: Sofa Lounge Anime Wall Scroll.
  • Size: Approximately 31" x 43".
  • Wall scroll ships rolled.
  • Comes with two horizontal plastic rods (top and bottom) and two adjustable hooks for positioning.
Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 EZ Super FULL Size Inflatable Sofa Bed (Black) (54
Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 EZ Super FULL Size Inflatable Sofa Bed (Black) (54" WIDE)
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If you are looking for more than "just an air bed", then the Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed is probably the right piece of inflatable furniture for you. Depending on the chambers you inflate and the configuration, the Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed can be: * An air bed that measures 79" x 54" x 8", perfect for two people as a short term sleeping solution * A raised air bed that measures 40" x 54" x 16", great for a temporary bed for a small child (please provide parental supervision) * A relaxing lounger - from the air bed position, just inflate the back and arm rests * A sturdy recliner - take the lounger and flip it over so the arm/back rest is sitting on the ground * And of course, a spacious two person sofa (54" wide with ~ 40" of seating space) Five uses from one product - hence the name 5 x 1! The Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed is made of PVC vinyl which is easy to clean or repair should any kind of mishaps occur (comes with a patch kit). Also included absolutely FREE with your purchase are a detachable AC pump with three nozzles (made to plug in to US outlets - a $24 value) and a lightweight carry bag to take everything with you (a $4.99 value). If you want to take the Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed camping with you, all you will need is a rechargeable or battery powered pump (not included), and you are good to go! When you are finished using the product, deflation and storage is a snap. Simple release the air through the three quick release valves (most of the air will immediately evacuate), use the deflation port on the AC pump to suck out the remaining air, fold the sofa up, and store it in the carry bag. When it's all said and done, the item is no bigger than an average gym bag!

Features

  • Dimensions: 77.5 inches L x 54 inches W x 7 H
  • Tested Support Weight: 600 lbs
  • Pump Included? Yes
  • Pump Type: External; Detachable
  • Pump Power Type: AC
Bobkona Manhanttan Reversible Microfiber 3-Piece Sectional Sofa with Faux Leather Ottoman in Sage Color
Bobkona Manhanttan Reversible Microfiber 3-Piece Sectional Sofa with Faux Leather Ottoman in Sage Color
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Bobkona Manhanttan Reversible Microfiber 3-pcs Sectional Sofa with Faux Leather Ottoman in Sage Color

Features

  • 2 matching accent pillos included
  • High quality poly-fiber inner filling
  • Easy assembly; Reversible Left or Right Chaise Structure; Assembly instruction and parts are included
  • Microfiber Plush Fabric; Contemporary Style
  • Reversible L/R Chaise
Strathwood Falkner 2-Seater Deep Lounge Sofa
Strathwood Falkner 2-Seater Deep Lounge Sofa
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Features

  • 2-seater sofa for outdoor use includes all-weather cushions with fabric ties to secure to frame
  • Made of durable yet lightweight cast aluminum; black powder-coat finish
  • No assembly required; weight capacity of 500 pounds
  • Seat cushion measures 25.6 inches wide by 29.5 inches deep by 4 inches thick; back measures 19.7 inches high by 25.6 inches wide by 4 inches thick
  • Sofa measures 51.2 inches wide by 34.8 inches deep by 32.5 inches tall; weighs 35.3 pounds
ORE International R8116CHO Sofa Bed and Chaise Lounge with Storage Chocolate Color
ORE International R8116CHO Sofa Bed and Chaise Lounge with Storage Chocolate Color
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Desire to inspire your home with the Metropolitan Living Room Collection Combination Love Seat and Chaise Lounge. Chocolate color faux leather with high density foam fill. The four position adjustable love seat and chaise folds down to a bed and the chaise offers storage under the pillow. Assembly required.

Features

  • Inspire your home with this combination Love Seat and Chaise Lounge
  • Chocolate color faux leather with high density foam fill
  • The four position adjustable love seat and chaise folds down to a bed
  • The chaise offers storage under the pillow
Bobkona Hungtinton Microfiber/Faux Leather 3 -Piece Sectional Sofa Set, Sage
Bobkona Hungtinton Microfiber/Faux Leather 3 -Piece Sectional Sofa Set, Sage
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3pcs Hungtinton Sectional Sofa Set with Ottoman Reversible in Sage Color

Features

  • Spacious 3-piece sectional sofa with L/R-reversible chaise, 3-person sofa, and oversized 38-by-26-inch ottoman; includes 2 accent pillows
  • Hardwood frames covered in dark brown faux leather; cushions upholstered in stain-resistant microfiber
  • With pocket inner spring coils for supportive seats; quality poly fiber fill in seat and back cushions
  • Home assembly required; cushions, parts, hardware, and tools packed under fabric flap in base frames
  • Assembled 84-inch-by-34-inch chaise and 78-inch-by-34-inch sofa stand 35 inches high; spot clean
Strathwood Falkner 3-Seater Deep Lounge Sofa Cushions, Set of 6, Solid Black
Strathwood Falkner 3-Seater Deep Lounge Sofa Cushions, Set of 6, Solid Black
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Strathwood Falkner 3 seater deep lounge sofa cushions, set of 3 in black

Features

  • Set of 6 cushions with high-performance outdoor fabric fits Strathwood Falkner 3-Seater Deep Seat Lounge Sofa
  • 100-percent-spun-polyester cover; filled with 100 percent polyester fiber
  • Lightweight, comfortable; resists fading and stains
  • Choice of colors available; matching pillows and differently sized cushions sold separately
  • Each back cushion measures 19-1/2 by 25 by 4-1/2 inches; each seat cushion measures 29-1/2 by 25 by 4-1/2 inches
Strathwood Camano All-Weather Wicker Sectional Lounge Sofa Cushion, Blue Haze
Strathwood Camano All-Weather Wicker Sectional Lounge Sofa Cushion, Blue Haze
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Wicker sectional sofa cushion-left or right

Features

  • Cushion with high-performance outdoor fabric fits Strathwood Camano All-Weather Wicker Sectional Lounge Sofa
  • Solution-dyed olefin cover; soft yet supportive core of polyurethane foam wrapped with layered polyester fiber
  • Lightweight, comfortable; resists fading and stains
  • Choice of colors available; matching pillows and differently sized cushions sold separately
  • Measures 26-1/2 inches deep by 58 inches wide by 4-1/2 inches thick
Strathwood Falkner 2-Seater Deep Lounge Sofa Cushions, Set of 4, Donnelly Woodland
Strathwood Falkner 2-Seater Deep Lounge Sofa Cushions, Set of 4, Donnelly Woodland
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2 Seat Deep Lounge Sofa Cushion

Features

  • Set of 4 cushions with high-performance outdoor fabric fits Strathwood Falkner 2-Seater Deep Seat Lounge Sofa
  • Supportive, yet soft core of polyurethane foam wrapped with layered polyester fiber; upholstered in 100 percent spun polyester
  • Lightweight, comfortable; resists fading and stains
  • Choice of colors available; matching pillows and differently sized cushions sold separately
  • Each back cushion measures 19-1/2 by 25 by 4-1/2 inches; each seat cushion measures 29-1/2 by 25 by 4-1/2 inches
Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed (Regal White) - 52
Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed (Regal White) - 52" Wide
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If you are looking for more than "just an air bed", then the Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed is probably the right piece of inflatable furniture for you. Depending on the chambers you inflate and the configuration, the Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed can be: -An air bed that measures 78" x 52" x 7", perfect for two people as a short term sleeping solution - A raised air bed that measures 40" x 52" x 14", great for a temporary bed for a small child (please provide parental supervision) - A relaxing lounger - from the air bed position, just inflate the back and arm rests -A sturdy recliner - take the lounger and flip it over so the arm/back rest is sitting on the ground -And of course, a spacious two person sofa (52" wide with ~ 39" of seating space) Five uses from one product - hence the name 5 x 1! The Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed is made of PVC vinyl which is easy to clean or repair should any kind of mishaps occur (comes with a patch kit). Also included absolutely FREE with your purchase are a detachable AC pump with three nozzles (made to plug in to US outlets - a $24 value) and a lightweight carry bag to take everything with you (a $4.99 value). If you want to take the Smart Air Beds 5 x 1 Inflatable Sofa Bed camping with you, all you will need is a rechargeable or battery powered pump (not included), and you are good to go! When you are finished using the product, deflation and storage is a snap. Simple release the air through the three quick release valves (most of the air will immediately evacuate), use the deflation port on the AC pump to suck out the remaining air, fold the sofa up, and store it in the carry bag. When it's all said and done, the item is no bigger than an average gym bag! Please note: white vinyl is easy to scuff and mark, but is easily cleaned with something like the Mr. Clean Magic Scrubber.

Features

  • AC pump and 3 nozzles, patch kit and storage bag are free with the purchase of the product
  • Inflates in about 90 seconds
  • Deflates in about 2 minutes and can easily be stored in a closet, trunk of a car, camper or shed
  • Seating surface is 14" high off the ground
  • 32" seating area is suitable for two adults

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