When a House Becomes a Home

A house is just a building until it’s transformed by a child’s laughter, a shout of joy in response to good news or a sigh of relief when a loved one walks through the door after being caught in a storm. But the furnishings we choose for our homes are also part of this transformation, enhancing our quality of life by creating a sanctuary that we can share with one another, both family and friends. Distinction Leather designs leather living room furniture with this transformation from a house into a home in mind.

The ideal starting point for any living room is of course the sofa. Well-designed, with softly rounded lines, the Distinction Leather Skirted Sofa has a casual, contemporary style that is warm and inviting. The plush cushion back is the perfect backdrop for curling up with a book or kicking back to watch a favorite TV program.

For those of you more traditional at heart, Distinction Leather has sofas for you, too. Sophisticated yet comfortable, the Distinction Leather Tufted Chesterfield Short Sofa includes classic decorative accents such as brass stud detailing and hardwood bun feet. Most of the manufacturer’s leather sofas are part of collections like the Distinction Leather Chelshire 4 Piece Leather Living Room Set.

If somewhere in the middle is more your style, the transitional Distinction Leather Brooke Chair will be the ideal choice for setting the tone of your décor. It has classic club-style rolled leather arms and an oversized wing cushion back. Like the other members of the Distinction Leather family, this club chair comes in a wide selection of leather color and wood finish choices.

No matter what the style, from contemporary to traditional, Distinction Leather, a family business, starts with quality materials and designs with today’s lifestyle in mind. The company’s product lines include leather sectionals and recliners. There’s a little something for unexpected guests, too, to make them feel at home. The Distinction Leather Regis Sleeper Sofa has clean, comfortable lines that are only enhanced by its genuine leather upholstery.

When decorating your living space, browse the fine selection of furnishings by Distinction Leather at Every Sofa to find those perfect furniture pieces that will make your home a welcoming place to be.

Where In the World Are They Going To Sleep?

I live on the West coast. So, when family members or friends phone out of the blue to announce they’re coming to visit, I consider it an acceptable penance for living in an apartment with an ocean view complete with mountains outlined in the distance. Of course I’ll be glad to see them, but the minute I put down the phone, that nagging little question pops into my head: “Where is everyone going to sleep?” Fortunately, More Bedroom Furniture can offer some convenient answers to that pesky question.

If you’re like me and already own furniture, none of which is dual purpose, preparing for guests can be problematic. One neat solution is the Linon Verona Folding Bed. Unlike some fold-away cots, it’s not just the frame; it comes as one unit with a thick mattress included.

When in the market for a new couch, consider purchasing a futon. Over the years, the futon has slowly shed its image as the bed of choice for money-strapped students in dorms all over the world. Today, it has become a trendy must-have piece of furniture, especially for apartment and condo dwellers in the market for multifunctional furnishings that save space. The LifeStyle Solutions Aruba Casual Convertible Upholstered Sofa easily converts from a sofa to a recliner and/or a bed, perfect for guests (expected or unexpected).

They tend to be heavier than a futon, but sofa beds or convertible sleeper sofas offer similar options when you are looking to increase the number of sleeping spaces in your home. Unlike the futon however, the bed is built into the sofa. The mattress pulls out when needed as a bed and can be folded back into the body of couch when it’s no longer needed. Tastefully designed, the Van Gogh Designs Courtney Sofa Bed is a perfect example of just how savvy sofa beds can be.

The daybed is a viable solution when prepping your home for visitors. Essentially a bed, a standard daybed resembles a couch and has a back and two arms. However, it does not convert into a couch, but rather can be used as one. A daybed with an attached drawer-style trundle unit, the Hillsdale Brookland Leather Daybed with Pull-out Trundle provides two sleeping options for the price of one.

Freestanding trundle units are another great way to make room for guests. They are available in a number of types, depending on the manufacturer. The pop-up trundle can be conveniently collapsed and stored underneath a bed when not in use. Another under bed option is the South Shore Furniture Prairie Trundle Bed, which can be slid out from under any sized bed as needed.

Just because you don’t have a second bedroom for guests, it doesn’t mean that you can’t make them comfortable when they come for a visit. With so many options to choose from, adding a futon, daybed or convertible sleeper sofa from More Bedroom Furniture is the perfect way to welcome them.

Is it a Bed or is it a Couch?

Daybeds, in one form or another, have been around since ancient times and were prevalent in Egyptian, Grecian and Roman cultures. From these humble beginnings, daybeds have evolved into intriguing pieces of furniture that typically resemble a bed but can be used as a couch. At More Daybeds, we feature a variety of daybeds, including chaises and convertible sofas that are a versatile way to furnish a living room, a family room, the den or a guest bedroom.

As the name suggests, a daybed can be used for taking a nap during the daytime, while providing a comfortable place to sleep at night. At first glance, a standard daybed looks like a sofa, with two arms and a back. However, daybeds generally do not transform from a bed to a couch like, for example, a futon does. They also tend to be more decorative than futons as well, with accessories such as covers, skirts, comforters and accent pillows. On the other hand, daybeds can be dressed to appear like a couch while functioning as a primary or additional sleeping space, making them ideal for a multi-purpose space like a family room, rec room or home office.

By their very nature, wood daybeds are warm and vibrant, with fine finishes ranging in rich tones to enchanting country style washes. Daybeds made of wood are popular choices when decorating rooms for any age or personal taste. A sleigh daybed is typically made of wood and is a popular choice for children or teens because of the charming and romantic feel it exudes.

In addition to being functional and versatile, daybeds are also economical, since they usually don’t need a box spring, just a twin mattress. A daybed frame can be one of two common types; a link spring or Bunkie board. A link spring resembles a metal grid while a Bunkie board is a set of slats usually made of wood. Both types of mattress support act as a box spring and are attached to the daybed frame. You can make your daybed even more functional by adding a trundle unit or storage drawers.

Daybeds, especially ones that have a more traditional design, can give a room a touch of charm or sophistication. Choose a high quality and well-constructed daybed from More Daybeds, and it is sure to provide lasting enjoyment for many years to come.