What is the difference between a couch, a sofa and a lounge?

The difference between a couch, a sofa and a lounge is often design. Technically, couch, sofa and lounge are synonyms and can generally be used to describe an upholstered seating solution designed to seat two or more people. However, some people do differentiate between the words. Among those who do, a couch is normally simpler and less formal than a sofa. A lounge can be a longer sofa designed to provide more space for laying down, or a chaise longue, a one-person sofa with a backrest on one end that enables users to sit with their feet elevated. Find a large collection of sofas, couches and lounges on 1stDibs.

Who says sofa vs. couch?

Who says sofa vs. couch comes down to geography and profession. In the United States, many people commonly use the word couch, though some also say sofa. American interior designers and those working in the U.S. furniture industry tend to use the word sofa, which is the preferred term in the UK and Canada. Couch is also the more common name in Ireland, South Africa and Australia. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of sofas.

What's the difference between a couch and a sofa?

Today, the words couch and sofa are used interchangeably. In reality, however, a sofa and a couch are different types of furniture. A sofa is defined as an upholstered bench with cushions, two arms, and ample seating space, whereas couches are quite small, armless, and are used to lie down.

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European Couches And Sofas For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of European couches and sofas is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique European couches and sofas was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, fabric and metal. Find 95 antique and vintage European couches and sofas at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 30 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. European couches and sofas have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. European couches and sofas made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made European couches and sofas over the years, but those made by De Sede, Eleanora Peduzzi-Riva, Heinz Ulrich, and Ueli Berger and Montse Piquer are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are European Couches And Sofas?

Prices for European couches and sofas can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, European couches and sofas begin at $859 and can go as high as $46,626, while the average can fetch as much as $5,524.

Questions About European Couches And Sofas

What is the difference between a couch, a sofa and a lounge?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
The difference between a couch, a sofa and a lounge is often design. Technically, couch, sofa and lounge are synonyms and can generally be used to describe an upholstered seating solution designed to seat two or more people. However, some people do differentiate between the words. Among those who do, a couch is normally simpler and less formal than a sofa. A lounge can be a longer sofa designed to provide more space for laying down, or a chaise longue, a one-person sofa with a backrest on one end that enables users to sit with their feet elevated. Find a large collection of sofas, couches and lounges on 1stDibs.
Who says sofa vs. couch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Who says sofa vs. couch comes down to geography and profession. In the United States, many people commonly use the word couch, though some also say sofa. American interior designers and those working in the U.S. furniture industry tend to use the word sofa, which is the preferred term in the UK and Canada. Couch is also the more common name in Ireland, South Africa and Australia. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of sofas.
What s the difference between a couch and a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Today, the words couch and sofa are used interchangeably. In reality, however, a sofa and a couch are different types of furniture. A sofa is defined as an upholstered bench with cushions, two arms, and ample seating space, whereas couches are quite small, armless, and are used to lie down.

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