Sectional sofas are definitely famous when it comes to living room furniture. They are more and more popular because of their versatility. The manners in which their sections can be combined offer a multitude of possibilities in decorating the room. This makes them preferred pieces of furniture for numerous categories of people. However, for those who have never had one, it is hard to imagine how it works and what you can do with all the sections.

In order to be able to choose the perfect sectional sofa for your house, it is best to know in advance the uses of different sections. You will then be able to tell which the ones that you should look for are. It would be of no use to buy a sofa that does not include the exact sections that you want or need.  All sectional sofas have one central piece, which is a couch. This can be used as it is or with the other sections attached, if more people need to be accommodated in the same time.  Usually the couch has only one arm, because the other part is used for attaching other sections.

The best part about this main section of the sofa is the fact that it can come with a recliner. Up to three people can sit on it and the recliner eliminates the problem that most families have at night, when they watch TV: who lies on the couch and who stands up. Family members will not fight over the couch again because they will all fit in comfortably.

Certain sectional sofas come with two couches. Usually one has a recliner and the other doesn't or one is a sleeper sofa. This turns out very helpful in case you need an extra bed for some guests. Many families also use sleeper sofas when they want to enjoy a movie night together. You can allow your kids' friends to sleep over because space won't be a problem anymore. The two couches are joined together with another piece which can either be circular or it can form an angle. The angular ones look modern and sophisticated while the circular ones look cozier.

Some sectional sofas also have a chaise longue on one end. These usually come without the recliner. However, those with two couches are often configured so that they have a short side (the one with the recliner) and a long one. This is particularly advantageous for small spaces because it creates some extra seats.

There are sectional sofas which come with large ottomans. These expand the available number of seats without affecting the room space considerably. All in all, sectional sofas are considered a better option than separate pieces for the living room. They can be used in various ways and they permit a smart usage of the space. They are suitable for all types of apartments and houses and they match any style. They are also great for large families with kids, but also for young couples who receive guests often. Their versatility is going to keep their popularity high for a long time.