Black sofa in the interior: upholstery materials, shades, shapes, design ideas, combinations

Features of black in the interior

How the black color plays will depend on the overall design of the room - will it add elegance, will it become a daring addition to the decor or turn an unremarkable room into an ultramodern one. To competently manage this color, it is important to take into account some features:

• Black color harmonizes with any shade. Like white, it is completely universal.
• Black absorbs daylight, so in a small room it is better not to get involved in dark elements, so as not to visually reduce it even more.
• The combination of black and white looks advantageous if you use one of the tones as a background, and the other as accessories.
• Black color adds depth to the room.

Black upholstery material

Upholstery materials are very diverse, but several main types can be distinguished:

• Leather. Such a sofa always looks presentable and modern. Furniture, covered with leather, is not afraid of prolonged stress, but requires constant care. Suitable for offices.
• Leatherette. Unlike genuine leather, artificial leather is cheaper, and its quality is almost inferior to nothing: it is also durable and resistant to dirt and odors. The disadvantage of both types is low air permeability, which makes such furniture uncomfortable for open areas of the body.
• Faux leather. Furniture covered in eco-leather is breathable, as the upholstery consists of cotton and synthetic polyester. It is elastic, hypoallergenic, easy to care for. The material is not afraid of ultraviolet radiation.
• Tissue. The most common type of upholstery. A pleasant material for the body, which can have a smooth or textured surface, with or without a pattern. For a sofa, jacquard, chenille, matting and velor are better suited - such fabrics are practical, easy to clean from dust. Cotton and flock for upholstery are not suitable, because they do not tolerate loads.
• Suede. Suede is natural and artificial. The second is characterized by increased strength and low cost, while it also gives status to the furniture and makes an impression. Over time, it does not wipe, it causes a pleasant tactile sensation.

In the photo, a leather two-section sofa in black, in harmony with dark ceiling beams.

The upholstery of the furniture depends on the quality of the upholstery. It should have not only an attractive appearance, but also be resistant to various mechanical damage.

In the photo are double suede sofas with a carriage tie and pillows made of the same fabric.

Shades and combinations of black color

Black is a neutral color, it harmonizes with any shade. But in the interior there are the most successful combinations for the sofa, which make it look spectacular.

• For example, the gray-black and black-brown palette is perfect for any style.
• Black and white contrasting furniture invariably becomes the center of the situation, attracting attention.
• Sofas in turquoise-black and red-black colors fill the interior with brightness and add expressiveness to it.

In the photo there is a corner sofa with fabric gray-black upholstery.

A black sofa with gold is a symbol of splendor and grandeur; he is a frequent guest in classic and oriental styles. It is more appropriate to decorate it with small gold inserts so as not to overload the upholstery with shiny material.

Black and orange luxury sofa with bright stitching looks fresh and original.

Shapes and sizes of sofas

When choosing upholstered furniture to begin with, you need to determine its location and purpose. Different designs are suitable for different rooms and have their advantages and disadvantages.

The corner sofa can be stationary or folding. The movable structure is placed on the left or right corner, but it can also be universal. Such furniture has impressive dimensions and looks good in a spacious room, as in a small room it looks too bulky, especially when unfolding.

If it is necessary to place black furniture in a modest-sized room, then it is better to choose a small sofa. A mini-sofa fits perfectly into the kitchen or study.

In the photo there is a cozy corner sofa set against the wall.

The most popular form is straight - with a flat back and armrests.

Folding sofas vary in transformation mechanisms. There are several main ones: accordion, click-gag, eurobook and book.

Sofa Design Ideas

The variety of designs today will surprise even the most demanding person. A sofa without armrests will fit into the style of minimalism. The upholstery with white flowers or a pattern will give a romantic touch. Lovers of classics or glamor will love the design with rhinestones and carriage ties.

Models with a thin white line look interesting and expensive in the interior. Monochrome striped or checkered furniture looks original. The sofas on chromed legs give the impression of weightless, sophisticated furniture.

Practical owners will appreciate the model with a built-in table.

A selection of sofas in the interior of rooms

A black sofa can be entered in any room of the apartment, you just need to choose the right model.

Examples of sofas in the living room

In the big hall, such furniture looks the most profitable. It is in the living room that models of all shapes and sizes are used.

In the photo there is a youth interior, where the original painting serves as a bright accent behind a neutral triple sofa.

Sofa for the kitchen

The sofa will look best in a spacious kitchen, dining room, or kitchen-living room. But in a small studio you can fit a modest sofa.

In the photo there is a sofa with a carriage coupler, which expands the number of seats at the kitchen table.

In the nursery

Black furniture in the nursery is a trivial but practical solution. It’s non-marking and at the same time looks stylish.

In the photo there is a black velor sofa in the children's playroom.

How does a sofa look in different styles?

• Solid black furniture fits perfectly into the "industrial" style of the loft, as if it was designed to emphasize its brutality.
• For classics and magnificent baroque, an old-fashioned model with a curved back and armrests is suitable.
• In festive art deco, black furniture will be the perfect backdrop for a vibrant glossy decor.

The photo shows a spacious loft with brick walls and dark furniture.

• For the interior in a modern style, a model with straight lines is suitable, without additional decorations.
• Minimalism is characterized by monochrome. Black furniture fits perfectly into it with no frills.
• The high-tech hi-tech style uses a functional modular sofa.

What to combine a black sofa with?

The black color in itself may seem oppressive and repulsive, but if you select well-matching elements to the sofa, the interior will become incredibly attractive.

• Wallpaper. Despite the fact that white walls are considered the perfect backdrop for black furniture, you can use a variety of wallpapers in the decoration.
• Curtains. The textiles on the windows either serve as the background for the sofa — and then light white fabrics are chosen — or echoes the upholstery with decorative elements or in tone.
• Pillows The classic companion of any sofa. Contrasting light, bold red and gold - they will decorate strict furniture and help to easily transform the interior.
• Blankets, bedspread. Textile pleasant to the touch will soften the influence of dark tones and add an atmosphere of soulfulness.
• Carpets The constant companion of upholstered furniture, contributes its share of comfort and color. A non-banal solution is to use a carpet of saturated colors: red, yellow, blue.
• Floor. A black sofa is combined with any surface of the floor - from tiled to wooden.
• Armchair. It can be included in the same set with a sofa, or it can contrastly differ from it.

In the photo, a successful combination of a velvet sofa with black and white patterned wallpaper.

In the photo of the interiors it is easy to notice that the black sofa confirms the status of a universal piece of furniture. It can harmoniously combine any of the shades of the spectrum.

In the photo, a yellow plaid cape, serving as a color accent in a neutral Scandinavian style.

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The sofa in black is a bold choice, which, depending on the accompanying elements, will give the interior expressiveness or tranquility, severity or mystery, simplicity or luxury.