There is just one detail that frustrated us during our initial testing period for the Albany Park Barton Chaise Sectional: Our couch arrived with parts missing. It was shipped without one set of legs, which meant we couldn’t assemble the sofa, and it ultimately took two additional weeks for those legs to arr
We researched top-rated landscape edging in a variety of materials, lengths, heights, and styles, and tested 11 in our own yards. We noted our goal in using the edging, our climate and Homecolorcraft.com soil type, and our overall experience in using these types of produ
One thing in particular to note is that recliners need space for both their upright and reclining positions, so you’ll want to ensure that wherever you position it has room for you to kick up your feet and to comfortably lean back—ideally, without bumping any walls or blocking any walkways. For context, the one in my home goes from 37 inches deep to 65 inches deep when it’s fully recli
In addition to using different sectional sofas in our own homes, we’ve been testing couches from a variety of retailers, like Albany Park, Lovesac, and more, for over two years. As a result, we know what separates the best sectionals from the r
Both of our tested selections above have manual reclining, which means you flip a switch or pull a latch to engage the reclining mechanism. There are, however, powered options that use a built-in motor to push and pull the footrest and backrest into place, which you control by switch or but
You may have noticed our list skews higher in price, and that’s actually for a good reason. I’ve used faux fur blankets across the price spectrum, and I’ve learned that cheaper designs are more likely to wind up matting and developing obvious w
Adams also tested sofas to help narrow down The Spruce’s picks for the best modular sofas. Currently, she loves lounging on her always-reconfigurable Lovesac modular sofa, which is holding its own against a sticky-fingered toddler and cat, who are determined to give it their messi
Everything is attached together so the loveseat looks great all the time. The woven fabric is soft and durable enough for everyday use. Even after reclining or sitting for three hours, after I get it up, there is no sagg
Additionally, if anyone in your household is tall—around 6 feet or taller—or you plan on inviting tall guests to crash on this sleeper sectional, know the mattress runs a bit short. Both of the adults who tested this sofa were tall and had to sleep diagonally to fit their whole bodies, but they still said the Apt2B Tuxedo Sleeper Sectional is comforta
Forewarning: These sheets do require a break-in period. When we first laid on them, they felt a bit itchy and stiff. However, after laundering, the cotton softened and took on the typical jersey feel. We’d say the fabric still leans stiffer than other sets on our list, but we’re confident it’ll continue to soften with more use and wash
The only tools we needed for installation were a pruner —to cut the right length—and a rubber mallet—to hammer in the stakes. We used a string trimmer to make a line so we knew where to place the edging, but it’s not necess
Most sectionals and all modular sofas come with coupling mechanisms, which connect the individual components of the sofa. Every option on this list comes with built-in coupling mechanisms, usually in the form of hidden interlocking components or hook-and-eye attachme
It’s easy to trigger the recline mechanism from a seated position, and doesn’t take much effort–just a quick pull towards the back of the piece. The backrest doesn’t extend too far, either (the recline pulls the seat lower, instead of pushing the seat back), which is also nice and gives you the option to place it near a wall as opposed to say, the center of the r
Durability : We cleaned the edging at least once during testing (if needed) and noted how easy it was to do. We also noted any shifting, cracking, loosening, or other damage from the weather or interaction with pets, people, or landscaping to
Stone : Durable with a refined appearance, stone often requires professional installation and a significant upfront investment. We’ve included a faux-stone option instead. The Beuta Faux Stones are available in five realistic finishes that replicate the look of stone without the steep price tag and hefty wei
Reclining loveseats don’t get as much attention as traditional couches or even regular recliners, but there’s a time and a place for them…like today, in my TV room. Depending on your needs and your home’s layout, one of these could be a great choice for you,
We like that the Classic Easy-Care Jersey Sheet Set has a heavier weight. It’s like a lighter-weight blanket, and those who don’t love the feel of a flat sheet may like the thickness of this jersey opt
You’ll need a hammer and a wooden block to set it up (the wood helps protect the metal from damage from the hammer). The edging is flexible (which is nice when you want to curve it around a garden bed), but we found it helpful to hold in place with our foot while adjusting slightly. It can kink a bit if you don’t bend it carefully, tho