Grey Sectional Living Room Ideas
Buy the best grey sectional living room ideas selected and recommended by interior designers. By Caroline Patterson.
Ever consider gray furniture? For a more monochromatic decorating idea, when black and white are present, gray is a welcome addition, and charcoal gray has a similar cooling effect to black, so it complements it well. Our charcoal gray sectional sofas have all the usual bells and whistles, and are very stylish. Pair with black end tables and you're all set.
Grey Sectional Living Room Ideas
Buying Guide
Caroline Patterson
Interior Design Expert
Caroline is a young, New York-based interior designer and home decor writer, obsessed with textiles and designer furniture. Backed with rigorous training from a prestigious design school, as well as a profound understanding of material quality and fabric care, she offers spot-on advice on how to furnish your place with reliable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing pieces.
One of the best features of a sectional sofa is that they provide enough seating for the entire family, as well as company visiting. In addition to fitting neatly into corners, they also give definition to open floor plans. For those who are picking out a charcoal sectional sofa, there are many options to consider. Because there's a broad range of features, designs, and materials from which you can choose, we've put together this buying guide to offer you inspiration.
In comparison to traditional sofas, sectionals take up more floor space. Therefore, you must consider the following when picking a charcoal gray sectional sofa:
- Your space's size and shape: the sectional shouldn't disrupt traffic flow even though it's a great way of maximizing seating.
- How many people do you want to accommodate: depending on the sectional's layout, remember that the corner portion may not hold an additional person.
- Fabric selection: it may be necessary for you to choose fabric that's resistant to dirty paws, sticky fingers, or other messes that happen during everyday life.
When picking out a sectional, the layout is just as essential as the other factors we just went over. Here are the most common options:
- Curved: you'll find this option ranging from a subtle bend to a full 90-degree angle.
- L-shapes: these angles are optimal for those who are looking to face a single focal point like, for example, a TV.
- U-shaped: this type of seating arrangement is better for conversations.
Modular pieces allow you to reconfigure your sectional sofa each time you’d like to change your design layout. Purchasing separate modular pieces also will enable you to select the size of your sectional. You’ll find this is especially beneficial when you’re adding furniture to small spaces. You can move sections to different corners and, when extra seating is necessary, you can join them together to create a larger sectional sofa.
The most popular upholstery fabrics include cotton, wool, leather, nylon, and polyester. For those who need a material that’s easy to clean and hard-wearing, selecting cotton or microfiber is your best option. In addition to providing straightforward maintenance and care, this upholstery is comfortable and will last for years. It’s best to read the care instructions on the charcoal gray section sofa label before cleaning. However, under most circumstances, you can spot clean it with a mild detergent and warm water.
You’ll notice that, when decorating with a charcoal gray sectional sofa, it easily incorporates into many interiors. The color lends itself well to modern and contemporary décor. However, it’s also an excellent option for those designing transitional rooms whereby modern and traditional elements are part of the design. For those who are working on rustic or coastal rooms, the charcoal color blends well with the tones in weathered wood and brushed bronze.