how long is a typical sofa

[CarmenLee]

Well, judging by those search results, a typical sofa is about as long as a website's navigation menu, complete with links to "Area Rugs" and "Login." But since that's not particularly helpful for arranging your living room, let's talk real-world dimensions.

The term "typical sofa" is a bit like "a regular-sized dog"—it covers a lot of ground. However, the classic three-seater, the one that’s the star of most living rooms, usually measures somewhere between 70 and 88 inches long. This is your go-to size, offering enough space for three people to sit without getting too personal, or for one person to achieve a perfect horizontal nap.

Of course, sofas come in all shapes and sizes, like characters in a sitcom. You have the cozier cousin, the loveseat, which is made for two and typically spans a more modest 48 to 72 inches. On the other end of the spectrum are the sprawling, majestic sectionals, which can stretch well over 100 inches and essentially serve as a family's command center. So, while a six-to-seven-foot sofa is a safe bet for "typical," the real answer depends on how many friends you have and how serious you are about napping.