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Coronavirus update (Covid-19)
18 March 2020
We are closed until we are advised it is safe to re-open.
Read MoreLong Eaton Woodmill
12 July 2018
We challenge anyone to find a better-made piece of furniture, we still make our furniture with techniques and quality you would have found more than 30 years ago if not longer. We use beech wood, it is a very strong hardwood with very few imperfections or knots in it, this will give you a very strong frame that will last for many years to come.
Read MoreMultiyork Sofas & Chairs.
08 July 2018
We can restore and reupholster multiyork sofas to the highest of standards you will get anywhere in the country. We can also make you a new sofa or chair to match the furniture you already have.
Read MoreCharge your electric car at our showroom for free.
15 October 2017
Free electric for your cars and free wood for your fires we try to help our customers when we can.
Read MoreAbraham Moon fabrics a Great British Product Since 1837
14 July 2017
The Designer Sofa of Long Eaton manufacturing a UK made sofa, with parts sourced from the UK.
Read MoreGreat new fabric by Prestigious Textils
20 June 2017
We are always on the lookout for new exciting fabrics.
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Customer Reviews
Colin Smith (21st April 2017)
"Have been customer for many years,I return because of the TOTAL satisfaction with the team,workmanship,design cost reliability and you become a friend of the proprietor,the management and workforce.I would urge anyone looking for that type of furniture to give them a chance, you will not be disappointed, Willing to offer a recommendation to anyone!!!"
Response from The Designer Sofa
"Thank you, Colin, for your feedback and kind words. We believe in old-fashioned service and quality that has gone from our high street shops nowadays, we also believe a customer is not just for the one order, they are for life. We get our customers returning time after time, over the years we get to know our customers and even see their children grow up. All our customers are always welcome to call in for a cuppa and a chat, This is not just a job to us, its a way of life. Best Wishes Ian"
JUSTINE LEAPER (10th October 2018)
"Our sofa, chair and footstools where purchased 7years ago and apart from a few dog hairs I haven't brushed off today they still look as good today and are just as comfortable as when we had them. Furniture that's made to to your own requirements whether its extra support needed for a bad back or preference for a slightly taller chair back Is not a problem. The service, knowledge, quality and craftsmanship from all at The Design Sofa can not be beaten."
Response from The Designer Sofa
"It`s nice to get feedback from a customer who has had our furniture for a few years and have had a chance to see how good it is. We can make furniture to fit you and your room, and if you have a bad back or some other medical condition we can make a sofa to help you. Our furniture is not mass produced very quickly like the sofa on the high street, each one is handmade especially for you. When your frame is made your name is put on it at the beginning and our craftsman will then turn it into your sofa or chair. Thank You from all the Team"
Jacqueline Bamford (10th September 2019)
"Friendly service, made the sofa specifically as we asked, was made to measure. The men who delivered the sofa had an absolute nightmare trying to get it in our house, they remained calm, patient and finally after 3 hours our sofa was in and ready to use. Excellent quality and choice, would definitely recommend a visit to the showroom. They make items to your specifications."
Response from The Designer Sofa
"Some delivery is harder to do than others but we always get them in your room. Some delivery would be impossible be we can do them because we can build your sofa in two halves for easy delivery. It is possible with The Designer Sofa to get your corner unit or sofa into a room other companies would not attempt to do. We build your sofa your way to make the most of your room."
Nicola Clarke (11th April 2018)
"We have the most sumptuous settee, chair and footstool all made to our specific requirements.
It all looks spectacular in our lounge, we are absolutely delighted with the effect. The customer service from all of the team has been second to none, a most friendly service. We will be returning in the future for other pieces. Thank you so much everyone at The Designer Sofa."
Response from The Designer Sofa
"Not only do we make the best furniture in the country we also pride ourselves on customer service, we genuinely want our customers to be happy and do our best all the way through the process to ensure this. When your bespoke furniture is finished we invite you to the factory to inspect your work before you pay your balance that way you know you are going to be happy with the finished item. From all the team"
Laura (6th June 2019)
"Can't thank Ian enough, his advice has potentially saved me a fortune! So helpful, and I'm very appreciative! :) x"
Response from The Designer Sofa
"Thank you, we always give the best advice we can to each of our customers. I like to treat people as I would like to be treated."
John & Katie Mellers (2nd May 2017)
"Very helpful and a delight to deal with. Not pushy at all. Only the best wood used for frames and quality springs so the end product is built to last. What a pleasure to find someone so dedicated to ensuring that the customer is happy with an item that after all takes up a large space in your home and you need to love!!! I can't recommend them enough.
John & Katie"
Response from The Designer Sofa
"Thank you, John & Katie, For you kind review. We ae not pushy as we don't need to be, we let the quality of our sofas do the work, and we treat people like we would like to be treated. Thank You Ian"
Emma & Graeme Mascall (23rd October 2018)
"We cannot thank you enough for our gorgeous new sofas. After 15 years we decided to change to our dream sofa, a chesterfield. With your expert advice we were able to work out what we wanted from fabric and colour to size. Even better you carried out a measuring service which was for us invaluable. It took all the stress out of the process for us. It was even not too much trouble to hold the sofas for us for a couple of weeks because of a delay with a new floor. Delivery was a breeze and at no time did we have to worry about any little detail because of the quality of both the service and workmanship. We have and continue to recommend you and will certainly be back again for other rooms. A special mention to Ian who went above and beyond and was very patient answering all our questions."
Response from The Designer Sofa
"Thank you for giving your opinion on The Designer Sofa. I must admit I did enjoy coming over to Royal Leamington Spa to do the home service you required. After we had done all the measuring and looked at fabric samples, I went to have a look around Leamington and fell in love with it and have been back with the family four times since, if it were not for you I would not have found out how beautiful it was around your hometown. We always put customers first, and of cause quality, many companies don't bother about quality and the customer when things go wrong. As you know, we have balances and check throughout the design process and when your work is finished, we invite you to the factory to examine your work before you pay the balance. Nothing ever leaves the factory unless"
Frances Follin (28th May 2019)
"We went up to Long Eaton today to inspect our newly recovered sofas - not so much recovered as reconstructed. They look as good as new and are even more comfortable than before. We have had them for over 30 years and they now look good enough to survive the next 30 (even if we don't!) There is real pride in workmanship here and it shows in every detail."
Response from The Designer Sofa
"Thank you, Frances. We put a lot of hard work into making our customers happy as we genuinely want all our customers to have a good experience and receive nothing but the best. Nothing leaves us until the customer has been to our workshop and inspected the work and the quality before paying the balance. New or re-upholstery we put 100% into every job. Best Wishes Ian & the Team"
Kate (24th November 2018)
"Thank you all so much. Our sofas look wonderful. I can't believe they are the same ones that left here looking so sad and old a couple of weeks ago.
You have all done a wonderful job, and everyone has been so friendly and helpful too.
I will be highly recommending you to my friends and family. Congratulations on a job very well done.
Best wishes,
Kate"
Response from The Designer Sofa
"We have not advertised for years most of our work comes from recommends. You don't need to spend loads on advertising if you make a good product that people want, they will always come back for more and send their friends and family. We have a 35Year construction guarantee, so our customers come back after 15 to 20 years to have their sofas and chairs re-upholstered. All the best, The Designer Sofa"
gillian and john machin (2nd August 2019)
"Dear Taz, thank you for your help this weekend, came in with a very tired sofa and walked out with a beautiful new one,we are delighted but then we knew that we would be, having had your excellent work before, our conservatory looks like a new room now, good to chat about our likes and dislikes sitting comfortable with you and a cup of tea. thanks again taz and ian and your very happy team."
Response from The Designer Sofa
"Thank you, Gillian and John. We do make a lot of tea and coffee here, as we like people to feel at home and enjoy choosing your perfect furniture. This is not just a job to us it`s a way of life and we genuinely want you to be happy with your new or re-upholstered sofas and chairs. A sofa is never too old to be restored to is`s former glory in fact it is the newer furniture that is poorly mad that is not worth restoring. Enjoy your furniture Ian & the Team."
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