Sofa Organizer
Buy the best sofa organizer selected and recommended by interior designers. By Caroline Patterson.
Some people prefer to read in their favorite chair but if you prefer to read at the sofa or do puzzles such as sudoku, then having a pocket organizer for all of your books would be very useful. It just so happens that's exactly what we have for you in this extensive collection. Here we have a series of pocket organizers specifically for sofas for your viewing and purchasing pleasure.
Sofa Organizer
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.
Ah…that moment when you kick back on the couch and watch Netflix or cuddle up with your favorite book in hands, after a weary workday. Bliss!
But it’s often marred by interruptions as you discover that the remote control is nowhere to be found. Maybe you need a drink. Oh, where are the damn DVDs now?
If only everything you needed was available at arm’s length, you’d have uninterrupted ‘me time’.
Enter the overarm sofa pocket organizer. This smartly designed organizer slips over the armrest of your sofa giving you instant access to all your frequently used items and nick knacks.
No more balancing your wine glass precariously over the arm rests risking stains and permanent damage to the furniture. No more reaching out for anything.
And there are a variety of sizes and designs for you to choose from that can even accommodate a full-sized food try. Here are some tips for first time shoppers.
As tempted as you might be to cram half of your wardrobe into the pocket organizer, ensure that you strictly stick to things that you need. Avoid things that you ‘may’ need.
Sofa pocket organizers can have 6-8 pockets that are deep enough to accommodate the remote, joysticks, keys, glasses, DVD covers and books.
Having said that, not everybody needs an organizer with 8 pockets, which can look bulky when full. Decide what you are going to store in the organizer and narrow down on a size.
If it’s only the remote, even a small 4-pocket one can suffice. If you like carrying snacks and beverages to the couch, look for one with an integrated food tray on top.
Sofa pocket organizers are usually made of fabric. And rightly so. Fabric is easier to clean, blends in with the upholstery and some varieties, like denim and canvas are incredibly durable, making them ideal for everyday use in households with kids.
But your choices are not limited to cloth alone. There are organizers made of plastic, wood and leather as well.
The last thing you need is an organizer that slips as you reach into one of the pockets. Look for a non-slip surface that adheres to the upholstery. Some organizers have a Velcro strap that can be used to secure it to the sofa. This is very useful if the organizer has an integrated food tray.
The sky is the limit when it comes to aesthetics in a sofa pocket organizer. You can match the color and fabric with the upholstery or pick a contrasting one. Materials like leather are universal and blend in with any type of décor theme.
More importantly, ensure that the pockets don’t appear stuffed and bulky. That’s an eyesore at best. We’d personally attribute more importance to the functionality and the build quality than the aesthetics. But we know that some protean furniture pieces leave a lot to be desired on the aesthetic front.