Measure Your Space
Before ordering your new sofa, take a few simple measurements of the area where you plan to place it.
Check the available width, depth and height, and remember to leave enough room for nearby furniture, doors and walkways. You’ll want plenty of space to move around comfortably without making the room feel cramped.
It can also help to mark out the sofa’s approximate size on the floor using masking tape. This gives you a much better idea of how it will look and feel in the room before it arrives.
FAQs
Before your sofa reaches its final destination, you’ll need to make sure there’s a clear route from outside to the room where it will be placed. Measure the width and height of your front door, entrance, hallways and other access points, paying particular attention to the narrowest sections. Compare these measurements with the sofa dimensions and remember that sofas are often carried on their side. Look out for anything that could make the route more difficult, such as radiators, shelves, skirting boards, light fittings or tight corners. Keep in mind that protective packaging can add a little extra to the sofa’s overall size. If the route is particularly tight, extra room may be needed to turn, tilt or manoeuvre the sofa safely. If your main entrance looks too narrow, check whether another route, such as patio doors, French doors or a side entrance, could provide easier access. If you’re unsure about anything, get in touch with our team before placing your order.
Once you’ve checked the delivery route, make sure the sofa will sit comfortably in your chosen room. Measure any internal doorways and tight spaces, and consider potential obstacles such as radiators, opening doors, fitted cupboards and existing furniture. For a better idea of how the sofa will fit, use masking tape to mark its approximate dimensions on the floor. This makes it easier to visualise the layout and check that there is still enough space to walk around comfortably.
If your sofa needs to be transported using a lift, remember to measure both the lift entrance and the inside of the lift. The door opening needs to provide enough clearance for the sofa to enter, while the cabin itself should have sufficient room to position or turn the sofa if required. Don't forget to check for any handrails, doors or other features inside the lift that could reduce the available space.
r deliveries involving stairs, measure the narrowest part of the staircase and check for anything that could restrict movement, including handrails, walls, ceilings and landings. Pay particular attention to corners and areas where the sofa may need to be tilted or lifted over a bannister. If the sofa needs to pass above the bannister, make sure there is enough vertical clearance between the top of the bannister and the ceiling to accommodate the sofa safely. Taking these measurements before delivery can help avoid surprises and make the installation process much smoother.
Delivery Day Checklist
Prepare Your Access Route
Protect Your Home
Make the
Most of the Space
Be Ready for Delivery
Prepare Your Access Route
Before your delivery arrives, clear hallways, doorways and walkways of any furniture, decorations or other items that could get in the way. A clear route makes it easier and safer for our delivery team to bring your sofa into your home.
Protect Your Home
Roll up rugs and mats and keep walkways clear. If access is tight, consider protecting banisters, walls and corners. You may also want to cover new carpets with sheets or temporary floor protection. These simple steps can help prevent accidental marks, as we cannot accept responsibility for damage that occurs inside the home.
Make the Most of the Space
If your entrance or hallway is narrow, removing doors from their hinges beforehand can give you a little extra space. It is a small step that can make a big difference when your sofa is being brought in.
Be Ready for Delivery
Keep children and pets safely out of the way while the delivery is taking place. Some sofas, especially modular sofas, corner sofas and sofa beds, may arrive in separate sections to make access easier. We recommend checking your product details beforehand for any assembly requirements.
Final Checks Before Delivery
Before your sofa arrives, it’s worth doing one last check of your measurements and access route.
Make sure the sofa can pass comfortably through every doorway, hallway, staircase or lift, with enough room to turn and manoeuvre where necessary. Also check that the space you’ve chosen has enough room for the sofa without blocking walkways, doors or nearby furniture.
If everything looks right, you’re all set for delivery. Taking a few extra minutes to check now can help prevent delays or unexpected problems when your sofa arrives.
