Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

I wish you all happiness, health and prosperity from my family and co-workers to yours.

I would also like to take this opportunity to welcome our newest employee, Theresa, to our Simplicity Sofas family.  Theresa is an interior design professional with many years of experience. This allows us to offer you free design advice. Just ask for Theresa.

In this challenging economic environment, Simplicity Sofas has been able to grow by adhering to 3 basic principles: Innovation, quality and customer service. These are, and always will be, our commitment; and our gift to you. Over the past 6 months Simplicity Sofas sales have grown by 55%, setting new sales records in August, September and October. In the past month, we have added new employees to both our manufacturing and sales staffs. This is due to the loyalty and enthusiasm of our customers as shown by your numerous testimonies on both our web site and on independent review web sites.

As President and owner of Simplicity Sofas, one of my duties is to personally keep in contact with every single customer and to ensure that you are not only happy with our furniture, but that the entire purchasing experience is pleasant and satisfying.  For the great majority of our customers, good customer service means that everything has worked smoothly from beginning to end.  Actually, those customers have only seen the tip of our customer service.

Where we really get to shine is when a problem pops up; which doesn’t happen often.

Furniture retailers look very closely at the cost of customer service. Basically, they try to spend as little money as the customer will let them get away with. That is not the way Simplicity Sofas operates. When a customer has a problem, I do whatever it takes to make that customer not only satisfied, but awed and amazed at what we are willing to do to correct the problem. Because we own the factory, we can fix or replace things better and faster than typical retailers. Some of our best reviews are from customers who started with an issue of one kind or another.

One brief example of this – We have a customer in Charlotte, NC who ordered a sofa and love seat. They called to say that they could not fit the furniture down their stairs. .I thought, “How could this be?” I drove the 2 hours down to Charlotte, from High Point, NC, along with my engineer and we tried to figure out how to get the 2 pieces down the stairs. We couldn’t do it!  It was a 24” wide stair with two short right angle turns and a ceiling height in some areas of less than 5 ft. Even our furniture would not fit down those stairs.

The solution – We took the sofa and love seat back to our outlet store, refunded the customer’s money, and began designing a modular unit based on a completely different (and new) type of technology that will fit down those stairs. The cost of the prototype will exceed $5000 (not including patent costs), but the customers will be charged only the same amount they paid for the original sofa and love seat. When the prototype is ready, we will deliver the new modular sofa to Charlotte, install it in the basement, and then, if the customer approves, we will charge for the furniture.

That’s what customer service is all about!

I thank you for all the well-wishes and compliments. It is my passion to make sure that as each “contact us” message, catalog request, swatch request or order is placed, it receives my personal attention and response.  Yes, all those emails signed “Jeff ” really are from me. For those of you who call in (our customer service phone line is open 24/7), Ann and Theresa can answer all of your questions if I am not available.

Give us a call. We will do whatever we can to make it happen for you.

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to our existing clients and those yet to become part of the Simplicity Sofas family.

Jeff Frank

Simplicity Sofas

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Have you ever walked into someone’s small apartment or studio loft and thought to yourself, “Where’s the bedroom?” A lot of people who are downsizing now or looking for ways to design their space to accommodate overnight guests find that a sleeper sofa is the answer to all their problems.

Most sleeper sofas are extremely uncomfortable. The mattresses are thin and the coils or bars that support the mattress can be felt from any angle. The Simplicity Sofas EnduraEase sleeper is different and is an innovative air sleep system that turns any of our mid-size sofas or 3-seat full-size sofas into a luxurious bed for you or your guests.

For a small apartment or one room loft, the Simplicity Sofas sleepers are the perfect answer. By day, the couches serve as primary seating, where you can relax after work or on the weekend with friends. When it’s time to say good night, the couch transforms itself into the perfect queen-sized sleeper sofa in minutes.

This is also a perfect solution for a home office environment, where space is limited. This sleeper provides overnight guests with a remarkable 20 inch deep queen-size air bed mattress that sets up, tears down and stores away in minutes with no tools.

Rest assured, you or your guest will get the good night sleep you deserve with this incredible option for small spaces from Simplicity Sofas. Have a question about our mid-size sofa or queen-size air sleep system? Give us a call or leave your comment here.

Others may have the same question as you!

Are you looking for a small couch with big appeal? Are you faced with the daunting task of measuring doors, stairs or elevators to make sure that the small couches you find will actually fit in your home?

The new trend in small couches is becoming the norm for the majority of consumers today who are looking to make the most of their space. However, most consumers are struggling and realizing that finding the perfect small couch can be extremely difficult.

There aren’t many manufacturers that think about those of us who are looking
for small couches to fit our small spaces. When we are actually lucky enough
to find one, it is either too uncomfortable to sit on; too narrow or not
long enough to nap on; or just not sturdy enough to withstand day-to-day
living.

Look no further, Simplicity Sofas has realized the need for small couches and has designed several options to fit your lifestyle. Plus, you don’t have to worry about getting your new sofa through narrow doors or tight stairs and elevators. We’ve taken the hassle out of that for you too by packaging the seating so it will fit through any tight space and can be assembled in 15 minutes with no tools required!

Let’s explore a few options when looking for small couches …

The Mid-Size Sofa
Our newest introduction, the Mid-Size Sofa is 6 inches shorter than our full size sofas and 6 inches longer than our apartment sofas. With 5 different collections, this makes for a perfect choice for relaxing, with extra long double cushions, which come in firm, soft or down-filled options. The Mid-Size Sofa is available in widths of 72 inches, 74 inches and 83 inches.

One of the amazing features of this mid-size couch is that you can add the EnduraEase sleep system, turning it into a sleeper sofa in minutes. It comes in a selection of 70 fabrics from which you can choose. You can order this product online, just make sure you select the Full Size Sofa Option, decide which collection you like, and upon ordering please note in the special comments section that you would like the Mid-Size Sofa.

Or simply give us a call at 800.813.2889 and we will be happy to talk to you about it and place the order for you.

The Apartment Sofa
Another very popular choice for a small couch is the Apartment Sofa. Its size is 6 inches shorter than the Mid-Size Apartment Sofa, but comes with all the amenities of cushion and fabric selections. However, the air sleep system is not designed to fut this small couch; it is still an excellent choice for any small space.

The Love Seat
Loveseats are 10 inches shorter than apartment sofas and designed specifically for small spaces. They can be the answer to your problem when a small couch is what you need. Try placing two loveseats facing each other, if you have the room to do so. Our loveseats are also available in 70 coordinating fabrics and can be the perfect solution where space is a challenge or where you might want to add additional seating to compliment your existing sofa.

All of our small couch options come with a lifetime guarantee on the solid-oak frames. Any of these options can be complimented by adding slipcovers, contrasting throw pillows or pet-proof fabrics. And don’t forget we also make chairs and a half and chairs.

So – now you know have choices.

Check out our collections, order online or give us a call toll free at 800.813.2889. We’ll be happy to help you with small couch and small space solutions. If you want to ask a question or add a comment here, please do so!

Slipcovers are a chic and fashionable way to dress up a small apartment or studio loft and will change the look and feel of your specific room very quickly. For instance, if you are purchasing a Simplicity Sofas living room collection or a small couch and chair in neutral colors, you might consider adding some colorful slipcovers for the Summer to brighten up the room!  You can become your own Interior Designer and change your surroundings with the seasons using our optional slipcovers – -

For Fall, add a slipcover to our chairs and a half in darker or complimenting colors to accent your original neutral tone of your small sofa. Adding throw pillows to small couches with alternating fabrics will really pull the look together. Check out this combination -  -

If you host events during the Winter Holidays, consider slipcovers that combine shades of red, white, green or gold tones.This will make a room come alive for the occasion and create a Winter wonderland when paired with your decorations. Adding slipcovers during the Holiday season is like adding trimming to your tree.

Got pets? Then you may want to take a look at our pet-proof fabrics. These fabrics are lifesavers when it comes to children and pets and a great alternative to keeping your beach condo or lake furniture free from water spots, spills and accidents.

Simplicity Sofas slipcovers are custom made and specifically tailored to fit each piece of furniture we manufacture. They are not loose-fitting and you won’t have to spend countless hours measuring your sofa for the perfect fit. The color combinations are endless with 70 different fabrics from which to choose or, you can send us your own fabric and we’ll make the slipcovers to fit our seating for you.

Not quite sure which combination will work well for your space? We’ll be happy to help you decide and send you free fabric swatches for your convenience.

Fabrics, fabrics and more fabrics!

Just remember that change is good. Give us a call or comment here. We’re customer focused and driven to help you get the results you need by adding slipcovers to your Simplicity Sofas seating.

If you have any questions or comments, “This is the Place to Talk about Your Space.” Check out some of our other concepts, ideas and comments from previous e-newsletter readers and post your comment here.

Haven’t subscribed to our Sofa Studio Design e-newsletter yet? You can do so by clicking here and catch up on the latest discounts, events, and ideas from Simplicity Sofas. We look forward to hearing from you!

If you haven’t already, we invite you to sign up for the Simplicity Sofas e-newsletter where you will receive invaluable information, entertaining and educational tips, tricks and anecdotes for designing and decorating your space.

We will discuss products, new fabric introductions, trends, what’s hot and what’s not – as well as offer sound advice on decorating for small spaces or any places, including decorating for boats and RVs. We want you to feel at home and comfortable in your surroundings as our team addresses questions, problems and provides useful insight for your project.

We hope you sign up and enjoy our newsletter and we welcome your input. If you have any comments or want us to talk about a specific topic, click here and let us know!

Make sure you use this link to forward this information to a friend so they can register for the e-newsletter too and keep up on the latest information, discounts, sweepstakes or events we constantly offer.

Check out our collections page and the 70 fabrics we have available, including pet-proof fabrics and slipcovers.

Pass the word around that you can – - - “Talk about Your Space. Here”

Winter coziness has opened its windows to Spring and Summer liveliness and Simplicity Sofas is excited about helping you bring color and functionality to your lifestyle. It’s no secret that the housing market is down right now and people are looking for new and exciting ways to make their existing homes or small apartments their havens.

Adding some color to your life and continuing to create an inviting space that you can enjoy with friends and family during these wonderful seasons will make all the difference.

Simplicity Sofas can help you brighten up your space for the Spring and Summer months and make it bloom inside with easy-to-assemble quality furniture, new fabric selections and colorful slipcovers.

If you’re thinking about purchasing a new sofa, love seat or chair, keep in mind these can become some of your more versatile pieces by adding brightly colored slipcovers.

We took the Brandon sofa, chair and ottoman, covered them in slipcovers of green and blue hues – - bringing the colors of the outdoors in. It made the room cheery and welcoming for the ensuing Spring and Summer months, reflecting the green of the grass and the blue of the sky…

Here’s just a few quick tips –

1. Accent your new furniture by moving some accessories or artwork from one room to another creating a simple, but new look.

2. Paint something: Whether it’s just some old baskets or pots you use for indoor plants and flowers, adding a little bit of color will lighten up your day.

3. Update those dark picture frames with colorful spray paint to match your new decor.

4. If it’s time to clean out the fireplace, do it and try putting a decorative flower arrangement or colorful candles inside instead.

What a difference just a few things can make!

If you have other ideas you’d like to share to brighten up your small apartment or would like more ideas, just let us know!

Need a Boat Sofa? All Aboard!

A sailboat, houseboat or sea cruiser may sometimes seem a little small in comparison to the vast waters we choose to navigate, but when it comes to comfort and outfitting her in style, Simplicity Sofas has the answer to  marine seating and sleeper sofas for your boating lifestyle.

As a boater, there are few better things to do than maneuver in style and comfort on any waters, regardless of your type of boat. That’s where Simplicity Sofas can meet your needs and accommodate you with boat sofas, chairs and sleeper sofas. Boat sofas, couches and other seating from Simplicity Sofas are available online or in our showroom located in High Point, NC. Sofas for boats are manufactured by Simplicity Sofas, Inc. in High Point, NC and come in 5 different styles and 6 sizes. They are all available through the website and come in a selection of 70 different fabrics.

All pricing is listed on the website and range from $599 to $999 for standard couches and sleeper sofas.

What Makes Simplicity Sofas Ideal for Boats?

Simplicity Sofas seating is the highest quality Ready-To-Assemble (RTA) upholstered furniture in the world. All of the sofas and chairs are shipped in 3 heavy-duty cartons and are guaranteed to fit through any opening larger than 12 inches in width. All sofa and chair frames are made from 100% solid oak and come with a lifetime warranty. Before you make any decisions about the interior of your boating lifestyle, make sure you check out Simplicity Sofas full line of seating options.

Check out our satisfied customer testimonials:

Yes, we received the sofa. It is beautiful, and we love it! I was amazed at the quality of the construction, and at how easy it was to put together. It took longer to unpack the pieces from the boxes than it did to assemble it. We had the whole thing together and were sitting on it in less than ten minutes. It’s very comfortable, and will work well in our space. Because we are installing it on a boat, we needed something that could fit through a narrow pilot house door. We are both very pleased not to be stuck with a futon, but to have a real piece of comfortable furniture. This is the only way we could have furnished our boat, and we’re glad we found your website. I would not hesitate to recommend your products to anyone. Thank you for your prompt, friendly service.

Karina G.

Bremerton, WA.

View more testimonials from satisfied customers here: We love it!

The High Point Furniture Market kicked off this week and for those of you not familiar with this Market, furniture and accessory manufacturers have spent countless months prior to this twice-year, most anticipated North Carolina event, creating their craft.

Furniture designers have been behind closed doors designing, redesigning and perfecting their lines. This Furniture Market is showcasing trends for the ensuing 6 months and into our future. Furniture, accessories, fabrics and paint colors are displayed to inspire and, with great hopes, eventually become part of our lifestyles during this time.

I woke up this morning to a beautiful, sunny but brisk opening day, hoping to visit this Market, which spans the entire downtown of High Point, NC – - expecting to see the same thing that I have seen, year after year after year.

Not this year … After walking through just a few miles of the very long and colorful yellow brick road, I was inspired to write. I am bored with beige and apparently, the rest of the economy is as well. (Please refer to my previous article several weeks ago, “What color is cooler than beige?”)

Ladies and gentleman, get your paint brushes ready! I have always been a fan of color, color and more color.

While walking the expansive Market, I noticed that, nationally and internationally, we are moving toward colors that can be incorporated to make ‘our beige’ become alive. Whether you move an area rug from one space to another, re-hang your favorite paintings from one room to another or add slipcovers to your existing living room set to change the seasonal moods, we are looking for a color change!

The new fabric trends, while they include shades of white, sand and gray, are mixed with colorful stripes and corresponding animal prints, along a backdrop of bright colored and darker shaded backgrounds, intended to stage and enhance subdued colors that we have grown accustomed.

I spoke to shelter publications and the design trade visiting Market who said they were looking for manufacturers to design small sofas, apartment sofas, studio sofas and small scaled couches that will fit into small spaces.

Actually, it was empowering to show them that Simplicity Sofas was already doing this. Check out the fabric page where we have spent the same countless hours defining and redesigning offerings to you. The opening day of Market proved our due diligence was appreciated.

Simplicity Sofas is ahead of this curve, already offering large scale sofas to fit through any small space, small sofas, as well as 50+ fabric possibilities and slipcovers for any decor. Now you need to focus on your space and your lifestyle.

Simplicity Sofas is here to offer sound design advice and tips, space planning and color coordination for your project. 

I have been watching my Dad enjoy his retirement … who has recently taken up RVing and, I must say, he and his friends and the family are having the times of their life. Fuel prices as they are, these guys do not spend their well-earned retirement money on much else. Why sit at home when you can take your friends and family wherever you want to go in a convenient, safe and economical way; without the burden of airline hassles, hotel prices and rental car disappointments?

Get on the road again … 
and furnish your surroundings the way my Dad did with his RV! He got the most of his seating environment by installing quality Ready-To-Assemble furniture. I hope to show you how to be more comfortable, on your way to getting to your destination and I really want to know about your experiences once you’re there…

Did you know?
You can take an RV places I never would have imagined and with a little help from Simplicity Sofas, you can furnish it comfortably, too. Dad’s making the most of it and enjoying these places. If you are really into RVing, you have already researched the multitude of destination travel; or you are one who has been there, done that and wants to do it again!

What a trip!!

We would like to hear about your RV experiences here, too!! Do you want to know more about retrofitting your RV for space planning, seating and a more comfortable lifestyle while traveling this way? Let us know. Simplicity Sofas has the answers to your RV or, even your boating needs. Yes, my Dad just did buy a “small cruising boat” and he is installing a small apartment sofa and love seat in the cabins. — You know, the two best days in a boat owner’s life?

Check back later on that one.

For now – Happy RVing and let us know your story! Do you have photos to share? Send them or a link to them so we can place them here!!

I am just happy that my Dad is RVing now and has used this product to create additional room for the RV small space. Send me pictures of your RV space and I can help you create a place that you can “retire and ride.”

Please don’t tell Dad I wrote an article about him and his adventures. I just wanted to share this with enthusiast like you.

Are you shopping for your new living room suite or looking for an apartment sofa to fit in just the right space? There are a few things to consider as you begin your search. Obviously, the first thing you think of is style.

Which style of furniture inspires you – traditional, contemporary, or a more versatile transitional look? If you’re not sure, take a look in your closet which reveals a lot about who you are by the clothes you wear. My closet is a mixture of designer deals that I found at department stores and shabby chic shirts and jackets from little boutiques or catalogs. If you can’t quite define your style, that’s OK too. As you are looking for your apartment sofa for your studio or living room, you will start to realize what inspires you.

One of the MOST important things to consider when looking for furniture is – Will it FIT on the elevator, up my stairs, around the corner and through the door? I can not tell you how many times I have heard stories of someone buying a sofa and having it delivered, only to realize that when they got it home, it simply would not fit. You won’t have that problem with Simplicity Sofas, as they are shipped in three boxes and assemble in 15 minutes with no tools required.

Consider quality and warranties. Is the frame made of solid hardwoods or particle board? Do the frames have a lifetime warranty?

Also consider design options. Can the pieces be slipcovered? How many coordinating fabrics are available from which to choose? Does the company offer pet-proof fabrics? Can they offer complimentary design advice?

We pride ourselves in offering advice on furniture construction, room planning and color coordination. Please leave us a comment or question you may have and we will be happy to answer it. Chances are, there are a lot of people wondering the same thing as you. We’re here to help! Check back often as we update this section with furniture tips and articles to help educate you about your furniture purchases and caring for your furniture.