Choosing a sofa is a crucial moment, because most often this is the main focus of the room. And the general perception of space depends on what form, size, and most importantly, color it will be. A black sofa can be considered a good solution, however, you need to take into account all the nuances before buying such furniture. Consumers choosing black sofas should definitely know what varieties exist and how to make a choice so that the product blends harmoniously into the interior.
Features of black sofas
Black sofas are very comfortable in terms of creating any design. Such a piece of furniture can fit into almost any style, most importantly, complement the interior with the right interior items. Black color is combined with absolutely any color, this is its huge advantage. The only thing to consider when choosing a color for it is that shades should not be many, 1-2. If there are more, you need to pay attention to the compatibility of the selected options with each other.
Black copies can be installed in any room - living room, hall, bedroom, study, and even in the nursery with the skillful selection of other accessories.
Sizes and shapes can be very diverse, like sofas in other colors. Upholstery is most often used on black sofas from expensive materials, as such furniture emphasizes style, symbolizes luxury. Most often this is genuine leather, eco-leather can act as a replacement.
Can be used velvet and velor, but such products need constant care, since it is on a black surface that all threads, hairs and various contaminants are visible. No matter how stylish and elegant a black sofa looks, it’s not suitable for small rooms, as visually reduces the room even more. In extreme cases, this can be a very small option, surrounded by bright colors.
Varieties
Black sofas can be divided according to various criteria - configuration, folding mechanism, the presence of additional parts, design decision.
- The choice depends only on your own preferences, the chosen interior and the availability of free space. Most often, you can find straight sofas that can be placed against any wall. These are suitable for any room and even kitchen. A corner sofa is a good solution for a hall or living room where guests are welcomed, and any company will feel comfortable on such a sofa.
A modular sofa can become the main focus of a spacious room, where, for example, a home theater is located.
- The sofa can be non-folding or folding. The first option is most often used in kitchens and hallways, where there is little space. It can be a small double sofa. The folding mechanism can be any. The most popular are the “book”, “eurobook”, “accordion”, “click-gag”, “elf”. Everyone chooses the type that suits him best and is most convenient.
Most often, the folding option in the choice of black sofas does not particularly matter, since it is an interior decoration in the hall, and it is only laid out when the guests have to spend the night.
- As additional elements, the sofa can be equipped with shelves, a table, it can be with or without armrests.
- Most often, a black sofa is a self-contained piece of furniture that does not require special additions. It is each homeowner who decides how to complement the interior and how to put emphasis. But sometimes you can find a product with a contrasting stitch, for example, white, with rhinestones, various pillows to match the sofa, contrasting (white) or, conversely, bright (red or yellow).
Dimensions
Modern stores offer a huge selection of upholstered furniture in various colors. This is not to say that black variations are so common. These are mainly leather items, the width of which can be 160, 180 or 200 cm. It is much easier to buy a large sofa in black than a small one. But even if you could not meet the sofa of your dreams in the store, this is not a reason for frustration.
Many furniture stores offer custom-made products with the upholstery that the future owner wants to see in his room, and the size that is needed. So you can always order a small copy for the room or a mini sofa for the kitchen.
Styles
Before you get a black sofa, you need to decide on the style. Despite the fact that the color is universal, it does not fit every style. The following directions can be considered an ideal option.
- Loft. A black sofa here can become a major piece of furniture. It can be located both against the background of a gray brick wall, and the white version will be welcome. A sofa with white stitching will be appropriate in this case too.
- Minimalism. A small black sofa will complement furniture items of the same color. But then the curtains, carpet or any accessory should be in a contrasting color.
- Japanese. It can also fit harmoniously into the interior, but the sofas should be low, small, no frills.
- Classic. Here, a black sofa can be considered the "king", especially if it is made of leather, it looks elegant and expensive. In addition, a carpet of contrasting color will suit it, well-chosen lighting will emphasize the grandeur of such a sofa.
These are optimal stylistic decisions. But as they say, the taste and color ... But because each owner has the right to come up with options and fit a black sofa in a Scandinavian or retro style, look for a copy with rhinestones or add a piece of furniture on their own.
What can be combined in the interior?
Both leather and fabric black couches require careful attention to what will be located around him.
- Wall decoration. First of all, it is worth considering that if such a dark tone of the sofa is chosen, it will look advantageous only against the background of light walls - beige, pale blue, light green, white.
- Other elements of furniture. In contrast to such a sofa, a white table with chairs or a chest of drawers can be located nearby. And if a black cabinet or a slide is attached to the black sofa, it is imperative to supplement the interior with a light trunk and curtains.
- Curtains. The color of the curtains can be any. It depends on other elements of the decor. A good duet to the black sofa will be white curtains, and bright orange, and yellow, and red. The main thing is that there should be some kind of addition to them. For example, a sofa with red pillows will look harmonious, if the living room also has red curtains.
- Other accessories. Stylish paintings or photo frames on the walls will complement the black sofa. Original lighting fixtures will also be in place. And, of course, do not forget about rugs and pillows. They can become a bright accent. Out of place in a room with a black sofa will be flowers, a mini fountain or an aquarium.
Beautiful examples
You can imagine the interior in different ways and embody your ideas, but sometimes it’s very useful to turn to specific photos, to think through your design.
- Black leather sofa surrounded by large bright windows and glass tables looks very advantageous. Successfully complement the picture of the pillows in bright colors, plants and other decorative elements.
- There is nothing superfluous in this design. Black and white room looks stylish and original. In such cases, decorative elements will always come to the rescue to make small touches and add a touch of comfort.
- Pale green walls and paintings in the same color palette - An ideal environment for black furniture. A big plus and large windows in the room due to this enough light. Carpet and floor lamp complete the picture.
- But such bright bursts in the form of pillows and rugs will bring joyful notes and add warmth as opposed to the strict colors of the furniture. A fluffy rug and white table perfectly complement the interior.
Below are video reviews of modern models of sofas in black.