3 Seater Fabric Sofas

There are some really good reasons why our fabric 3-seater sofas are one of the most popular sofa types at Furniture Village. Three seater sofas are, generally speaking, just the right size for the typical British living room. Not too big and not too small, a fabric 3-seater sofa is the perfect family sofa for comfy and cosy evenings at home and for sociable entertaining.

Our fabric three seater sofas also represent tremendous value – you really do get a lot of sofa style for your money. And with a wide choice of upholstery fabric types, colours and patterns, you’ll certainly be spoiled for choice. Too much choice? We’re here to help you find your perfect fabric 3-seater sofa and answer all your questions.

Choosing the right 3-seater fabric sofa

If you've decided on a fabric 3-seater sofa then you’re in good company. One of the most popular sofa styles, a fabric 3-seater sofa is a great option for living rooms and family rooms. And fabric, as an upholstery choice, also offers plenty of variety. If you have young children, you might want to look out for one of our family-friendly, easy-care upholstery choices. Looking for an elegant classic upholstery fabric? A velvet 3-seater sofa will always look stylish and classy. Need an upholstery fabric that’s somewhat forgiving? Our woven and tweed fabric three seater sofas are definitely worth a second look. As well as fabric type and, of course, colour, you’ll likely want to explore fabric 3-seater sofa styles. Many of our sofas fit into one of two broad style categories – modern sofas and traditional sofas.

Built for comfort as well as style, our modern fabric 3-seater sofas cover a broad range of design looks, often characterised by deep comfortable seats, interesting arm shapes, details like metal feet and retro motifs like decorative buttoning and angled wood legs. Our traditional three seater sofas tend to have high supportive backs with built-in headrests and, often, built-in recliners.

Side note here: if sofa comfort is your absolute top priority, you really can’t beat a recliner sofa. This type of fabric 3-seater sofa is typically available with your choice of manual or power recliners. Manual recliners are the original recliner mechanism and very easy to use. You simply lean back in the sofa using your body weight to engage the recliner mechanism – the sofa back will recline and the footrest elevate. Manual recliner sofas usually cost less than power recliner sofas because the mechanism is more straightforward. They also don't need to be placed near a power source so you have a bit more flexibility around where in your living room your sofa can be positioned. However, they’re not always the best choice for an older person or someone with limited physical strength.

If you have a particular sofa style in mind, you’ll likely find it in our fabric 3-seater sofa range. Our Chesterfield collection includes Chesterfield fabric 3-seater sofas, and we certainly share your appreciation for this iconic sofa style with its beautiful scroll arms and distinctive buttoning. Love the retro look of Ercol sofas? Our Ercol range includes fabric 3-seater sofas. And if you’ve decided that a sofa bed makes most sense for you and your family, please don’t worry that you’ll be faced with a limited selection. Our fabric three seater sofa beds collection is surprisingly broad and offers many stylish options. If you’d like us to walk you through all the things you should consider as you choose your fabric 3-seater sofas, take a look at our sofa and armchair buying guide. Created by the sofa experts at Furniture Village, this handy online guide poses all the questions you should ask yourself as you choose a sofa.

What if a three seater fabric sofa isn’t right for me?

Let’s say that you’ve decided that a 3-seater sofa is the right size for you, but you’re just not sure about a fabric 3-seater sofa. If that’s the case, then have a think about one of our 3-seater leather sofas. You’ll find a huge choice of leather sofas at Furniture Village, in a wide choice of sofa styles. If you're keen on a Chesterfield sofa, know that leather is the original upholstery choice for this style of sofa and that our leather Chesterfields are just gorgeous. If you want a more contemporary sofa style be sure to browse our modern leather sofas.

The finishing touches

As a classic sofa style, fabric 3-seater sofas tend to fit seamlessly in any and all living room decor.

If your interior design preferences tend toward traditional style with oak furniture and neutral rugs and cushions, a fabric 3-seater sofa will work beautifully, especially if you choose a classic colour like a brown fabric three seater sofa or a beige fabric 3-seater sofa. Love Scandi style? Opt for pale wood furniture – again, Ercol is a brand that works well in Scandi and retro-themed living rooms – and think about a pale blue fabric three seater sofa or grey fabric 3-seater sofa. A fan of contemporary style? Go bold with a red fabric three seater sofa and pair it with luxe modern furniture like a high-gloss coffee table or TV unit. .

As you put your stylish new living room together, be sure to take a moment to stand back and assess your seating situation. A fabric 3-seater sofa provides a good amount of seating, but for social occasions or just because you really just like to stretch out, think about adding an armchair, accent chair or even cushioned footstool – footrest and extra seat in one! Accessories can really make a room and certainly help solidify a particular style direction or design theme. Shop our home accessories collection for lighting and living room textiles like rugs and scatter cushions.

Caring for your new 3-seater fabric sofa

A fabric 3-seater sofa is a practical choice, both in terms of style and value for money. But any sofa purchase is a big decision, and it’s important to maximise your investment by learning how to take good care of your new piece of furniture. This needn’t be an onerous task – just be sure to read the manufacturer’s care and cleaning instructions to make sure there’s nothing you absolutely should or shouldn't do. You’ll find that our upholstered furniture care guide is full of useful tips, too.