Velvet sofas
Looking for an elegant, opulent velvet sofa for your living room? With 100s of styles to choose from, our range of velvet upholstered sofas has something for everyone. From art deco inspired cocktail velvet sofas to sleek, contemporary designs; traditional velvet chesterfield sofas to cosy velvet recliners; it’s easy to find your thing right here at DFS. Opt for a bold jewel toned velvet sofa in rusty orange, deep emerald or eye-catching teal - or go classic with black, cream or grey velvet. And with plenty of textures to discover too - including classic smooth velvet, chunky woven velvets, and 3D textured cut velvet - there’s a myriad of possibilities for your new velvet sofa.
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How do you clean a velvet sofa?
Velvet sofas are easy to clean, but it’s worth bearing a few things in mind to avoid damage to your upholstery. We don’t recommend using a vacuum cleaner on velvet, as it can damage deep pile fabrics. Instead, use a microfibre cloth or soft bristled brush to gently remove dust and dirt from your velvet sofa. Any spills should be soaked up immediately - and always pat or dab, don’t rub in liquids.
When buying a velvet sofa at DFS, you can add a Fabric Care Kit at checkout, which includes everything you need to maintain your sofa, as well as remove most common household stains. For more information on cleaning a velvet sofa, check out our Fabric Care Guide.
How durable is velvet for a sofa?
It might surprise you to learn that velvet is a very durable option when it comes to sofa fabrics. Most upholstery velvets are made from polyester, meaning they are particularly hardwearing and hold colour well - which is why velvet is often recommended to those who want a bold coloured sofa. All it generally takes to maintain a velvet sofa is a weekly wipe down and occasional brush to ensure the pile stays smooth and soft.
What is the best colour for a velvet sofa?
Take your pick! Unlike some fabrics and leathers, velvet works particularly well with bold coloured dyes, so it’s often seen in warm rusty oranges, jewel-toned emeralds, hot pinks, and ocean-blue teals. However, it can look just as stunning in classic black, grey, navy and cream - so whatever your thing, there’s a velvet to match.
