Comments | kristen78_vt: Whine about not being in Waikiki and furniture shopping

kristen78_vt

Whine about not being in Waikiki and furniture shopping

Jan 26, 2009 08:56

Andrew is on his way to Hawaii right now and I am sitting at my desk at work in Vermont where it is like -5 degrees outside. This sucks!

We have alot of house things going on right now. The carpet is ordered and should be installed next week when Andrew can be home for the carpet install guys. I dont want them to do it this week when he is not here ( Read more... )

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chitownheather January 26 2009, 22:04:04 UTC

I prefer the non-skirted sectional for practical reasons as well. Our sectional has that magical microfiber fabric, and it really is perfect for kids and pets. Although I like the 3rd style you posted best. I think you should definitely get the firm cushions, so that they last long term.

Sorry you're not in Hawaii. Boo!

kristen78_vt January 27 2009, 01:19:56 UTC

So you have the magic fabric and like it? Do you know what brand your couch is? I was researching this kashmira fabric and other people called it Crypton. So I am imagining that its kind of like corian counters, or quartz countertops where its essentially the same thing, just has different names because its made by different manufacturers. Does yours feel like a thick suede? Do you think it was worth the extra money? $1500 seems like a lot (1/2 the cost of a couch with "normal" fabric) but at the same time you want it to last and i would HATE to buy a nice couch and in a few months have stains on it already that will not come out.

Do you see much of a difference in the last 2 couches? The only thing I can really see is the welting on the arm and the part where the skirt would be has an extra seam or something on the 2nd couch.

chitownheather January 27 2009, 04:09:06 UTC

Sadly, I can't remember the brand of our sectional, and since it is in storage I can't look it up. I think the magic suede was called Crypton, and I have to tell you for us it has been totally worth it, especially since our sofa is a beige color. I have been able to wipe out baby spit-up, ink, wine, cat puke, food, etc. It *almost* beads up, and wipes off with baby wipe or damp cloth. It is very soft and you can just vacuum it to make it look fresh again. I can just roll off any pet hair.

I don't know why but the 3rd couch just appeals to me more, but it might be the throw pillows...HA!