How to make a sofa more comfortable

Short answer: A throw and a cushion do more than changing the sofa. The textiles are what you touch, and that is where the comfort really lies.

A throw

A throw makes a sofa usable an hour longer in the evening, because you do not have to keep the room warm. See home and homewear in bamboo.

Weight or lightness

A heavier throw feels calming to lie under. A light one is usable in summer. The two cannot be combined in one.

The material

A throw in bamboo viscose does not turn clammy, because it passes moisture on rather than holding it. See bamboo bedding.

Homewear counts

What you have on matters as much as what you lie under. See bamboo nightwear for women.

Washing and airing

A throw that is aired for an hour rarely needs washing. See washing and care.

Frequently asked questions

What makes a sofa more comfortable?

A throw and a cushion. The textiles are what you touch.

Is a heavy throw better?

It feels calming to lie under, but is too warm in summer. Choose by season.

How often should a throw be washed?

Rarely. Airing for an hour is enough if it is not used directly against the skin.