Arranging A Small Living Room

If you have a small living room, here are several ways to utilize your space so that you don’t feel cramped, yet you can fit everything in one spot. Here are some tips on arranging a small living room:

Go with a Loveseat

A loveseat is typically shorter than a sofa is, so that can be a huge space saver. Loveseats can also be paired with a great ottoman like this England Furniture Betty Storage Ottoman (pictured). It is compact, and you can store away anything from blankets to board games. Furniture with storage built in is another way to utilize your space effectively.

Mirrors

Mirrors positioned opposite to windows or hallways can make a space feel bigger than it actually is. It brings more light in to a room and has the effect of creating more space.

Before you start arranging, use painter’s tape to outline where you want furniture to go—this will save you a considerable amount of effort as you start rearranging.

Ottoman Dimensions:

Width 42″

Depth 28″

Height 19”

 

The Nail Head Trim Furniture Trend

Interior design is constantly changing, but often refers back to design elements of the past. Nail head trim is one such trend that evokes elements from antique furniture. Nail head trim is hardware that is added to the edge of a piece of furniture, often across the front, back or arm panels. This detail is added for aesthetic reasons, rather than technical. England Furniture often comes with the option to add this detail, and it can look spectacular in many homes.

Pictured is the Renea Sofa as well as the Anne Ottoman with Nails. Both of these pieces include a nail head trim that give them a bit of an edge. The turned legs mimic each other, and would look great in a space with other antique details.

Sofa Dimensions:
Width 85″
Depth 38″
Height 38″
Seat Width 66″
Seat Depth 21″
Seat Height 22″

Ottoman Dimensions:
Width 45″
Depth 31″
Height 18″

Animal Skin Ottoman: Crocodile

04Norah Ottoman

If you’re having trouble finding the right piece of furniture that matches your unique style the England Furniture Norah Ottoman 3V07H is the perfect piece for you. With crocodile imprinted design on England Furniture quality leather, this ottoman has an edgy vibe and displays a feisty attitude.

This ottoman can make a perfect edition to a living room if paired with darker colors or other leather pieces. If crocodile isn’t your cup of tea, this piece also comes in a cowhide finish.

Dimensions:

Width 48″
Depth 23″
Height 18″

Creating a Kid-Friendly Living Room

Having children in your home is true blessing, but it can also be a challenge.  While your interior design choices used to be about aesthetics, when kids are involved, you also need to think about practicality and safety. Kids move around fast and can cause a room to quickly feel cluttered (toys, crafts, more toys, etc!).  Consider these tips from England Furniture on how you can start to create a kid-friendly living room.

 

Avoid Sharp Edges!

Almost every parent or guardian has had the experience of watching their toddler fall, just nearly missing the corner of that coffee table, end table or TV stand. These items are typically the perfect height for your children to bang their head on so, to create a safer environment, purchase tables with rounded edges.  England Furniture has a wide range of England Furniture tables that you can choose from.

England Furniture Mercantile Table
England Furniture Mercantile Table H050

 

 

Kid-Friendly Sofas and Couches

Leather couches and sunbrella fabrics are fantastic options when creating a kid-friendly living room.  Leather is great because it wipes clean, it is a tough material, and often looks best once broken in. Darker colored fabrics, as a rule, also tend to wear better than lighter fabrics.  Many professional interior designers also recommend that parents invest in their upholstered furniture by purchasing stain-resistant fabrics.  England Furniture has a wide range of fabrics and leathers to choose from when purchasing living room furniture.

England Furniture Lynette Sectional
England Furniture Lynette Sofa in Salvador Café leather and with throw pillows in our Warbler Moccasin fabric

 

 

The Perfect Choices for Walls

When considering your wall paint, choose a washable paint sheen.  A paint color in semi-gloss, stain, or eggshell, can be easily cleaned up with some mild soap and a damp rag. If you prefer a matte finish, flat paints have the benefit of touch-up painting, and without the presence of brush marks.

 

Don’t Forget the Floors

Floors that are easy to clean can be your best friend in a busy kid-filled household! Dirt, spills, and crumbs are going to happen!  Think wood, laminate, tiles, or vinyl.  If you prefer carpet, consider laying down carpet tiles so you can easily replace as needed.

 

Storage, Storage, and Some More Storage

You can’t have enough places for storage when creating kid-friendly living room so make sure you purchase entertainment centers, bookcases, and tables that provide some places to store all those toys, games, and craft items.  Then think outside of the box by purchasing one of our England Furniture ottomans that open up for more storage.

England Furniture Benwood Cocktail Ottoman
England Furniture Benwood Cocktail Ottoman

 

England Furniture Reviews the Lonestar Collection

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England Furniture’s Lonestar collection is as comfortable as it is versatile.  This leather style boasts a classic shape and simple style elements that make it the perfect addition to just about any home.  It rolled panel arm, welted seat and back cushions, turned wood leg, and lux proportions create a look that’s undeniably beautiful.  Not only does it look great, but it’s down wrapped cushion and generously padded arm create an extremely comfortable seat.  We offer a sofa, loveseat, chair, and ottoman to furnish your home to your heart’s content.  Prefer fabric?  Check out Sumpter by England Furniture.

England Furniture Camilla Ottoman

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again! You can’t have a chair without an ottoman! How would you kick up your feet and relax? The Camilla ottoman is the perfect complement to the matching chair. Its contrasting welt and high exposed leg also match that of the coordinating sofa and loveseat. Want to see it without the standout welt? Refer to England‘s Carter.

Camilla ottoman england furniture

  • Width: 27″
  • Height: 19″
  • Depth: 23″

England Furniture Haynes Ottoman

You can’t put just any furniture in a well designed home… Take a look at the upscale simplicity of the Haynes collection from England. Featuring an impeccably welted side arm panel, cut away track arm, exposed wood leg, and raised back panel, this group is sure to please. Make it look understated and sophisticated or bold and dazzling with your choice of over 400 fabrics. The Haynes collection includes a sofa, loveseat, chair, and ottoman.

England Furniture Haynes Ottoman

  • Width: 26″
  • Height: 18″
  • Depth: 22″

England Furniture Kathy Ottoman

The Kathy collection, featuring a sofa, loveseat, chair, and ottoman, is a great traditional yet casual group that works well in any home. Its rolled arm, exposed wood leg, and classic shape offer the relaxed and straight-forward style you love. Cover it in your choice of our endless selection of solid or patterned fabrics. If you love the frame but prefer stripes and plaids, please refer to England‘s Bill group.

England Furniture Kathy Ottoman

  • Width: 26″
  • Height: 18″
  • Depth: 22″

England Furniture Steele Ottoman

Although our Steele ottoman appears to be a simple square ottoman, it packs an impressive style punch. With its top stitching and tapered leg, this accent piece adds just the right touch to any contemporary or even transitional living area. Make it your own by choosing from our 400+ fabric options. Take a look at England Furniture‘s Leala to see the same silhouette covered in leather.

England Furniture Steele Ottoman

  • Width: 33″
  • Height: 18″
  • Depth: 33″

England Furniture Tolliver Ottoman

Make your friends and family feel right at home with England‘s Tolliver group. This generously scaled traditional 3-cushion sofa features a large rolled arm, bun leg, simple, front rail, and semi-attached back. The best part? Choose from hundreds of fabrics to make it your own and have it delivered in 30 days or less! The group boasts a sofa, loveseat, chair, and ottoman.

  • Width: 39″
  • Height: 18″
  • Depth: 24″

England Furniture Olivia Storage Ottoman

Are you plagued with multiple personalities? So is our Olivia ottoman. Along with its two-tone fabric design, this oval storage ottoman features a single button accent and simple exposed leg. Could it be any simpler to add stylish storage to your home? We didn’t think so. If you aren’t a fan of the two-tone look, take a look at England Furniture‘s Betty.

England Furniture Olivia Storage Ottoman

  • Width: 42″
  • Height: 19″
  • Depth: 28″

England Furniture Leah Accent Ottoman

Anyone can appreciate the beautiful versatility of  England’s Leah Leather group and all the options that come along with it! This transitional collection includes a sofa, loveseat, queen sleeper, chair-and-a-half, and ottoman. Not only that, but you can dress the style up or down with our selection of over leathers. Had enough yet? If not, take a look at our fabric options Monroe.

England Furniture Leah Ottoman

  • Width: 27″
  • Height: 17″
  • Depth: 22″