gift family a couch for holidays

If you’re like me you might gather around the kitchen table for dinner every night, but most of your family time takes place on the sofa. Our couches are where we watch TV and movies together, play video games, and even nap once in a while. You can make a lot of memories on a sofa, so you want to be sure you choose the right one for your family.

With so many options available now, a sofa makes a great gift for your family. If you’d like to bring home a new sofa as a gift this holiday, this article will help you narrow down the choices between all of the types, colours, and sizes.

Different styles of sofa

two or three seat sofa

When you first start couch shopping you might be a bit overwhelmed with all of the different types. There are two-seat and three-seat sofas, sectional sofas, loveseats, sofa sleepers, home theatre seating, and more. You can even choose reclining sofas so you can put your feet up or choose a couch with USB plugs so you can charge your phone. Here are a few specific types of sofas you can choose for your family.

Traditional two or three-seat sofas for the family

A two or three-seat sofa is a classic type of sofa. It has two or three firm cushions that make up the base. They are usually removable so you can take the covers off and wash them. There are also cushions along the back of the sofa that are a bit softer so you can sink in and relax. These cushions may or may not be removable. This style of couch is usually covered in fabric or leather and is available in a variety of colours and patterns.

One of the best parts of this type of sofa is its classic appearance. It has a simple frame and style, so you won’t need to worry about whether it matches your existing décor. You can accessorize it with different pillows or a throw to match your room.

Modular sofas create seating for everyone

modular sofa

A modular sofa is a sofa that is made up of several pieces. Most modular sofas come with two or three cushion seating. You can take each piece and move it around or put it together in different ways, and you can always add to the sofa when you need more seating. You can also add sections like a chaise or an ottoman to make it more comfortable for your family.

Sleeper sofas let you relax with the family

sleeper sofa

If you frequently have guests over for the weekend or you’d like a couch where you can open it up and relax in front of the TV, a sleeper sofa or convertible sofa is a great choice. A sleeper sofa is a 2-in-1 sofa with a bed. The Soho Sofa Bed is a great example of this type of couch. It looks like a corner sofa but can transform into a double sofa bed or a recliner in seconds. It has a solid wood frame so it’s durable as well as comfortable.

Home theatre seating creates a movie theatre at home

home theatre seating

Having a home theatre is great all year, but it can be the center of your home during the holidays. Treat your family to the gift of home theatre seating and you’ll give everyone a comfortable spot to watch holiday movies or hang out with friends.

There are a few different options in home theatre seating including two seat and three seat styles. A good example of home theatre seating is the Valencia Tuscany Leather Power Recliner 2 seat set. It gives you and another person a comfortable spot to sit, and it’s joined so you can sit together like you would in a theatre.

One of the best parts of home theatre seating like the Tuscany Power Recliner is how it adds that movie theatre feeling to your home. You can recline in the seats thanks to the motorized recliner and they have cup holders and a tray table so you can have snacks while watching. There are also USB chargers and ambient base lighting to add a glow to the room when it’s dark.

Sectional sofas offer space for friends and family

sectional sofa

If you have a big family or you like to invite large groups of people over, you may want to choose a sectional sofa. Sectional sofas are great for large spaces and you can choose a modular type so you can add or remove pieces when you need to. Some sectional sofas are designed like a classic couch while others have lounges built in so you can stretch out with a pillow and blanket. You can even choose a sectional sofa with USB ports so your family can charge their phones or tablets while watching TV.

Sectional sofas come in all types of fabrics and colours, and you can choose every style from modern leather to smooth velvet. A nice example of a sectional sofa is the Urban Cali Santa Cruz U-Shaped Sleeper Sectional. If a U-shape sofa fits the size of your living room, this will be a comfortable couch for everyone. When you want to convert it to a bed you can pull out a bed from the center of the couch. It’s made from comfortable fabric and has a storage chaise for blankets and pillows.

Which sofa will you choose as a family gift this year?

reen velvet couch for family

I think a couch is a great gift option for the family. It’s something you relax on every day, so it’s the gift that keeps giving all year. You can choose to game and watch movies together and you’ll have enough space for everyone. You don’t even need to watch TV on your new couch. It gives you a spot to cozy up under a blanket and just read a book together or kick back and chat on the phone with a friend.

If you want to make an impact with a holiday gift this year, you can’t go wrong with a new sofa. Make your family time cozy and comfortable by choosing a sofa from Best Buy.

Shelly Wutke
Editor TV & Home Theatre
I'm a Vancouver freelancer and tech enthusiast. When I'm not writing you'll find me on my farm with my alpacas, chickens, and honeybees. Visit my website Survivemag