Two sofas can look identical and feel completely different. The difference is what's inside the cushions. Choosing the right cushion interior is one of the most important decisions you'll make, and one of the easiest to get right once you know the options.
Every sofa we make is handmade to order in Manchester, so you choose the filling that suits the way you sit, relax and live. Here's a clear guide to each option, how it feels and how much looking after it needs.
Three questions to ask first
- How do you like to sit?Do you love to sink in and curl up, or do you prefer an upright, supportive sit? Softer fillings suit loungers; firmer ones suit those who sit up to read or work.
- How much plumping will you do?Fibre and feather look relaxed but need regular plumping. Foam-based interiors keep their shape with very little effort.
- Fabric or leather?On leather sofas, the covers are one-sided, so leather cushions are reversible on the inside only. Our Solo Foam interior is designed specifically for leather.
Our cushion interiors at a glance
Siliconised Fibre
Very soft with a sink-in feel. Fully reversible, but needs regular plumping to keep its shape.
Double Wrap
A foam core wrapped in soft fibre for balanced comfort that keeps its shape. Fully reversible; just flip or turn occasionally.
Solo Foam
A foam core with a fibre wrap on the top side only. Designed for leather sofas, it reduces sliding and creasing.
Domed Foam
A domed foam core for a higher, supportive sit with good bounce-back. Light, and needs little or no plumping.
Joined Feather
A supportive foam core with a feather top layer for a natural, lived-in look. Reversible, with occasional plumping.
Feather Top
A supportive foam core topped with feather for that relaxed, lived-in look. Needs frequent plumping.
Foam
Firm, supportive and long-lasting in shape. Rotate occasionally. Available on selected Chesterfield models.
Hand-Buttoned Seats
A firm, deep-buttoned seat with classic Chesterfield character. Available on almost all of our Chesterfield ranges.
The right filling is the difference between a sofa you sit on and a sofa you sink into.
Which filling is right for you?
| If you want… | Consider |
|---|---|
| The softest, sink-in feel | Siliconised Fibre |
| Comfort that keeps its shape | Double Wrap or Domed Foam |
| A leather sofa that stays smart | Solo Foam |
| A relaxed, lived-in look | Joined Feather or Feather Top |
| Firm, upright support | Foam or Hand-Buttoned Seats |
| The lowest maintenance | Double Wrap, Solo Foam, Domed Foam or Foam |
Caring for your cushions
Plump
Fibre and feather interiors bounce back best with a regular plump, ideally after each use.
Turn and flip
Rotating and flipping reversible cushions spreads wear evenly and keeps the seat looking neat.
Rotate
Swap seat cushions between positions now and then, especially on the spot everyone loves most.
For more advice, see our sofa care guide. And the best way to choose? Come and sit on each option in our showroom.
Your questions, answered
- What is the most comfortable sofa filling?
- It depends on how you like to sit. Siliconised Fibre is the softest and most sink-in, Double Wrap and Domed Foam give balanced comfort that holds its shape, and feather-topped interiors offer a relaxed, lived-in feel.
- Which sofa cushion filling needs the least maintenance?
- Foam-based interiors need the least looking after. Double Wrap, Solo Foam, Domed Foam and Foam all keep their shape with only occasional turning or rotating.
- What filling is best for a leather sofa?
- Our Solo Foam interior is designed for leather sofas. It has a fibre wrap on the top side only, which helps reduce sliding and creasing.
- Can I try the different fillings before I buy?
- Yes. Visit our showroom, open seven days a week, to sit on different cushion interiors and find the one that feels right for you.
Find your perfect comfort
Visit our showroom to sit on every cushion interior, or order free samples to start choosing your fabric.
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