3 Seater Sofas

How to choose a 3 seater sofa

A 3 seater sofa is the workhorse of the living room, so it is worth getting the size, comfort and fabric right. Here is what to check before you buy.

3 seater sofa sizes

Size	Typical width	Good for
Compact 3 seater	180cm to 200cm	Smaller living rooms and flats
Standard 3 seater	200cm to 220cm	Most family living rooms
Large 3 seater or 4 seater	220cm and up	Big rooms and lying down

Check doorways and stairs as well as the room. Our guide on how to measure for a sofa walks you through it.

3 seater fabric sofas

Fabric sofas are soft, comfortable and come in the widest range of colours. Grey and charcoal hide everyday marks, beige, cream and champagne keep a room light, and linen-look fabrics suit a relaxed, modern style. Textured boucle is a stylish favourite right now. With kids or pets, read our guide to sofa fabrics for kids and pets and add sofa covers for extra protection.

Velvet and leather 3 seater sofas

Velvet sofas in green, blue or black feel luxurious and look rich in any room. Leather sofas are easy to wipe clean and get better with age. For a classic look, browse our Chesterfield sofas.

3 seater recliners and sofa sets

A 3 seater recliner lets you put your feet up without a footstool. Compare manual and power options in our power vs manual recliner guide, or browse all recliner sofas. Pairing a 3 seater with a 2 seater? Our sofa sets match perfectly, and corner sofas give even more seating.

Finding the most comfortable 3 seater sofa

Comfort comes down to seat depth, cushion filling and back height. A seat depth of 55cm or more lets you sit back, foam and fibre cushions give a soft but supportive feel, and a high back supports your head. Look for a sturdy frame and pocket springs for a sofa that lasts. If you like to curl up, a medium or large 3 seater gives you room to stretch out, and a few cushions and a sofa throw finish the look. Want flexibility? Modular sofas let you change the layout later.

Quick checks before you buy

Check the width, depth and back height, plus whether the cushions are fixed or removable. Removable, zipped covers are much easier to clean.

3 seater sofa colours and styles

Our 3 seater fabric sofas are available in a wide range of colours, from classic grey, charcoal and black to beige, cream, champagne and green. Velvet, linen and boucle 3 seater sofas give a modern look, while leather suits a classic style. Many 3 seater sofas come as part of a range with a matching 2 seater sofa or 4 seater sofa, so you can build a complete set over time. Check stock, colour options and delivery times on each listing, as these vary between sellers.