How do you maintain a velvet couch?

Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.

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.

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.

Is velvet a good fabric for a sofa?

Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Velvet Sofa And Couch

Italian Couch 1960s

Mid Century Modern Brown Velvet Couch

$7,787

$13,753

Three-seater sofa with wooden base and velvet upholstery.

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in Milano, IT

COD-Z123 Three-seater sofa with wooden base and fabric upholstery. Italian manufacture, 1960's 220 x 90 x h 72 cm - h seat 50 cm

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Velvet, Bronzed Steel, Brass and Ostrich Feather, Ostrich Fluff Sofa

$14,760 / item

$17,630 / item

POMPE SOFA - Modern Camel Velvet Sofa with Stiletto Legs and a Waterfall Back

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

POMPE SOFA - Modern Camel Velvet Sofa with Stiletto Legs and a Waterfall Back The Pompe Sofa is a stunning piece of furniture that takes inspiration from the glamorous stilettos of ...

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Louis XVI Style Sofa In Carved Wood And Velvet, 20th Century

$2,452

Louis XVI Style Sofa In Carved Wood And Velvet, 20th Century

Located in PARIS, FR

Elegant Louis XVI style sofa in carved and molded wood resting on fluted tapered legs.

Category

20th Century Louis XVI Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Customizable Classic Sofa with Crushed Velvet and Shaped Back Pillows

$14,520 / item

Customizable Classic Sofa with Crushed Velvet and Shaped Back Pillows

By Jhon Ortiz, The Tailored Home

Located in Greenwich, CT

Designed for ballrooms, grand entries and other spaces requiring "forever" sofas, this piece is entirely customizable in length and sectional breakdown.

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Maple

Italian sofa in purple-red velvet and wood, 1930s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian sofa in purple-red velvet and wood, 1930s Two-seater couch upholstered in purple-red velvet.

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Softwood

Elegant Neoclassical Bronze and Velvet Sofa by Jacques Quinet, France 1948.

$6,876Sale Price|26% Off

Elegant Neoclassical Bronze and Velvet Sofa by Jacques Quinet, France 1948.

By Jacques Quinet

Located in Brussels, BE

Neoclassical bronze sofa recently reupholstert in rust color velvet ( City velvet collection CarluccI - JAB ), feat cushions, two bolsters available.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Sofas

Materials

Bronze

Kingdom Sofa with Velvet Fabric Aged Brass Base and Golded Nails

$14,774 / item

Kingdom Sofa with Velvet Fabric Aged Brass Base and Golded Nails

Located in Paris, FR

Sofa kingdom upholstered and covered with red wine cotton velvet fabric with matte vintage brass base and with golded polished nails.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Sofas

Materials

Brass

Set of Vintage Patterned Velvet Sofa and Two Coordinating Club Chairs

$2,850 / set

$8,700

Guillerme & Chambron Sofa 'Denis' in Solid Oak and Red Pink Velvet

By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, sofa model 'Denis', velvet, oak, France, 1960s Extraordinary Guillerme and Chambron sofa in solid oak with the typical characteristic decorat...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Oak

F&T Salotti Space Age Italian Velvet and Chrome Wrapped Sofa

$7,120Sale Price|20% Off

F&T Salotti Space Age Italian Velvet and Chrome Wrapped Sofa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Original chocolate brown ruched velvet and brushed steel panel. One sofa and two chairs available, all sold separately.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cherry Wood Sofa and Padded Blue Velvet attributed to Nino Zoncada

$6,527

Cherry Wood Sofa and Padded Blue Velvet attributed to Nino Zoncada

By Nino Zoncada

Located in London, GB

The warm tone of the cherry wood contrasts beautifully with the richness of the velvet, giving the sofa a sophisticated yet inviting presence.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Cherry, Wood, Velvet

19th Century Gilded and Painted Grey Italian Sofa Pale Orange Velvet Upholstery

$7,800

19th Century Gilded and Painted Grey Italian Sofa Pale Orange Velvet Upholstery

Located in Miami, FL

Italian sofa probably Piedmontese painted with a light grey patina (original color) on a walnut frame.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Fruitwood, Walnut

Love Sofa In Cotton Velvet with Tailored Upholstery and Silk Fringes

$10,577 / item

Love Sofa In Cotton Velvet with Tailored Upholstery and Silk Fringes

By Munna Design Studio

Located in New York, NY

The handmade sofa draws on the signature Franjas fashion theme, ruffling the scene and inviting guests with its fun and flirtatious feel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Wood, Trimming

Extra Deep Curved Sofa Offered In Performance Velvet and Metal Base

$19,400 / item

Extra Deep Curved Sofa Offered In Performance Velvet and Metal Base

Located in New York, NY

Made to order sofa with deep curved chaise offered in a selection of luxurious performance soft velvets.

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Unavailable

H 28 in W 122 in D 25 in

1970s Style Velvet Sofa with Rolled Arms and Tight Seat

Located in Compton, CA

We call this our studio 54 sofa, inspired by the NYC discos and nightlife of the 1970s.

Category

2010s American Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Oreas Single Sofa in Cotton Velvet And Fully Upholstered Legs

Unavailable

H 33.08 in W 55.12 in D 39.38 in

Oreas Single Sofa in Cotton Velvet And Fully Upholstered Legs

By Brabbu

Located in New York, NY

According to Greek mythology, Oreas is the God of mountains. OREAS single sofa pays tribute to it. This channel-tufted sofa is fully upholstered in soft cotton velvet, making it the ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet

Vintage Design Style Bouclé Velvet Fabric and Brass Base Sofa

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 88.59 in D 35.44 in

Vintage Design Style Bouclé Velvet Fabric and Brass Base Sofa

Located in Tourcoing, FR

Vintage design style bouclé velvet fabric and brushed brass base sofa.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Stainless Steel

Midcentury Danish High Back Sofa in Wool and Velvet, 1940s

Unavailable

H 36.62 in W 64.18 in D 32.29 in

Midcentury Danish High Back Sofa in Wool and Velvet, 1940s

By Finn Juhl

Located in London, GB

This elegantly designed Danish sofa would be a real statement piece for any home.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Wool, Velvet, Beech

Living Room Set of Two Armchairs and One Sofa Green Velvet, Spain, circa 1920

Located in Paris, FR

Green velvet. Nice carved legs. In good condition.

Category

Vintage 1920s Spanish Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Fitzroy Sofa in Cotton Velvet and Polished Casted Brass by Brabbu

Unavailable

H 33.86 in W 131.89 in D 112.21 in

Fitzroy Sofa in Cotton Velvet and Polished Casted Brass by Brabbu

By Brabbu

Located in New York, NY

This curved sofa, with its back inspired in the outstanding mountain shape, is fully upholstered in cotton velvet and the base is in matte casted brass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

Materials

Brass

$3,595

$8,450

H 31.5 in W 80.71 in D 32.29 in

Mid-Century Modern Sofa in Muted Moss Green Fabric

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Sofa, fabric, wood, Europe, 1950s This mid-century modern sofa has a quiet confidence to it. Its form is simple, but not severe: the broad backrest, gently angled arms and long, uni...

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy

$1,833 / set

H 21.66 in W 24.02 in D 35.83 in

Pair of Italian Mid-Century-Modern Lounge Chairs in Ochre Boucle, 1970s Italy

Located in Zagreb, HR

Pair of Vintage Italian Mid-Century Modern lounge chairs or club chairs. Modules can be used as a modular sofa or modular seating set. Beautiful and unique shape. A 1970 design and p...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats

Materials

Bouclé, Foam, Wood

Art Deco Sofa by Munna Design Studio with Velvet Upholstery

$15,439 / item

$6,711 / set

H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in

Pair of Park Night Stands in Butter Cream Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon

By Lemon

Located in Amsterdam, NL

The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...

Category

2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals

Materials

Lacquer, Glass

$2,400 / set

H 37 in W 81 in D 38.25 in

A French Louis XV style carved and painted daybed C 1900.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This fantastic painted and upholstered bed is carved on all sides with foliate, urn and scrolled motifs. The head and footboard are topped by carved finials and all supported by four...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Fine French 1930s Daybed / Sofa Attributed to Lucien Rollin

$12,800

H 28.15 in W 80.71 in D 29.93 in

Fine French 1930s Daybed / Sofa Attributed to Lucien Rollin

By Lucien Rollin

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine French Art Deco stained walnut sofa/daybed attributed to Lucien Rollin (frame only). Inside dimensions of mattress/cushion area are 72 5/8" x 27 1/2"

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Daybeds

Materials

Wood

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Velvet Sofa And Couch For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the velvet sofa and couch you’re looking for. Each velvet sofa and couch for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, velvet and wood. If you’re shopping for a velvet sofa and couch, we have 227 options in-stock, while there are 138 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a velvet sofa and couch — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A velvet sofa and couch is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made velvet sofa and couch over the years, but those crafted by Milo Baughman, Nika Zupanc and Scarlet Splendour are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Velvet Sofa And Couch?

Prices for a velvet sofa and couch start at $800 and top out at $80,010 with the average selling for $7,247.

Finding the Right Sofas for You

Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.

Styles to Know

Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.

How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa

A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.

Questions About Velvet Sofa And Couch

How do you maintain a velvet couch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Vacuum the velvet regularly. If a spill occurs, blot it immediately with a dry cloth. If the stain dries, you can blot it with a cloth dipped in a soap-and-water solution.But test this, or any other cleaning solution, on a hidden spot first to make sure it doesn’t cause damage. Once the fabric is dry, use a soft, dry brush to restore the original direction and loft of the pile.
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.
What is the difference between a couch, a sofa and a lounge?
1 Answer
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.
Is velvet a good fabric for a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Deciding on whether you want a velvet sofa is a matter of preference, but it can be a very good choice. Velvet is a symbol of wealth and is very soft and comfortable. It’s also quite durable, which is often unexpected from such a luxe feeling fabric. The flat pile makes it impossible to snag and it resists stains. Shop a collection of velvet furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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