Does anyone have a crate and barrel sofa?

[ktzmoh]

We have a sleeper sofa from C&B and, while it's held up nicely over it's first 3 years with my renegade children, it isn't really that comfortable. I seem to remember it being more comfy in the store when we bought it - and at first I figured the cushions might need to be broken in. But even broken in, it's not that comfortable. Is this because it's a sleeper sofa? Do you love a nice cozy traditional sofa from them?

They have a loveseat that I kind of like for my family room, and we really need more seating down there - but I don't want another not-so comfy one. I really did remember thinking that it was comfortable in the store - so now I kind of don't even trust myself trying them out!

any experience with them?

[mrs.jacinthe]

I wish I had something to tell you. R won't even look at a sofa there b/c he thinks they're overpriced and not that high quality.

[urbancowgirl]

I have the Oxford sofa. I don't think they sell this model anymore. We've had it a little over four years. I think it's pretty comfortable, but DH doesn't like it as much as I do. He thinks the back cushions are too flat, but I like a tailored look. We both like the fabric, though. It's super soft and has held up nicely. It got good reviews: reviews.crateandbarrel.com/7258/6733/oxford-sofa-reviews/reviews.htm

Have you checked online reviews for the sofa you're considering? My understanding is that C&B buys from all different manufacturers. You could find out the manufacturer by calling C&B and check reviews that way, too.

[ktzmoh]

Feb 1, 2013 12:44:23 GMT -5 urbancowgirl said:

I have the Oxford sofa. I don't think they sell this model anymore. We've had it a little over four years. I think it's pretty comfortable, but DH doesn't like it as much as I do. He thinks the back cushions are too flat, but I like a tailored look. We both like the fabric, though. It's super soft and has held up nicely. It got good reviews: reviews.crateandbarrel.com/7258/6733/oxford-sofa-reviews/reviews.htm

Have you checked online reviews for the sofa you're considering? My understanding is that C&B buys from all different manufacturers. You could find out the manufacturer by calling C&B and check reviews that way, too.

Oh interesting, I didn't know they had different manufacturers. Hmm. I'll check to see if I can find out who makes it.

[ktzmoh]

Feb 1, 2013 12:24:28 GMT -5 mrs.jacinthe said:

I wish I had something to tell you. R won't even look at a sofa there b/c he thinks they're overpriced and not that high quality.

Well, based on the 3 years with the one we have, he might just be right. I'm still holding out hope that it's because of the sleeper though. Where did you guys buy a sofa?

[urbancowgirl]

Feb 1, 2013 16:00:52 GMT -5 ktzmoh said:

Feb 1, 2013 12:44:23 GMT -5 urbancowgirl said:

I have the Oxford sofa. I don't think they sell this model anymore. We've had it a little over four years. I think it's pretty comfortable, but DH doesn't like it as much as I do. He thinks the back cushions are too flat, but I like a tailored look. We both like the fabric, though. It's super soft and has held up nicely. It got good reviews: reviews.crateandbarrel.com/7258/6733/oxford-sofa-reviews/reviews.htm

Have you checked online reviews for the sofa you're considering? My understanding is that C&B buys from all different manufacturers. You could find out the manufacturer by calling C&B and check reviews that way, too.

Oh interesting, I didn't know they had different manufacturers. Hmm. I'll check to see if I can find out who makes it.

Yeah, I found that out the hard way last year.  My cat puked all over the couch and I called C&B's customer service to find out the best way to clean it.  They directed me to the manufacturer and even gave me the phone number.

[casmgn]

We have a C&B couch in our living room and we love it. Obviously like with most stores quality can vary, but I think a majority of their furniture is well made and priced very well comparatively speaking. Many of the couches and chairs are made in NC.

[InBetweenDays]

We have the Axis sectional from C&B and love it. It is just about 7 years old and even with two kids, two dogs, and a cat it has held up great. We were actually so happy with it that we bought their Troy loveseat a few years ago for another room (not sure they sell that line anymore). It doesn't get as much use as our sectional but has also held up well.

[moreace01]

We have the Petrie in white: www.crateandbarrel.com/petrie-sofa/s668217

We've had it for 5 years...and we have a cat who has destroyed it (and alright, white probably wasn't the wisest choice). It has never been comfortable. And yes, I would say it is overpriced. I've seen the same style at Macy's - and WAY more comfortable - for about half the cost of Crate and Barrel.

I don't think I would buy from them again. I agree that their products are priced too high for the level of quality.

[starlily]

We have the Willow sofa & chair-and-a-half. We've had it two years, and are pretty happy with it, although the accompanying throw pillows have deflated quite a bit. Our main attraction to it, however, was the fact it's slipcovered and machine washable - very useful with a dog & toddler.