Hey there! It's a super common and frustrating problem when you get a new couch home only to find it won't fit through the door. Don't worry, you might have an option other than returning it. Based on some handy guides, you can actually disassemble the couch to get it through a tight space.
The process basically involves carefully taking the couch apart and then putting it back together once it's in the room. You'll start by deconstructing the upholstery. To do this, you'll need tools like pliers and a flat-head screwdriver to carefully pry up and pull out all the staples holding the fabric to the frame. Be methodical and try not to tear the fabric, as you'll be putting it back on later.
Once the fabric is off, you can see the wooden frame. You might get lucky and find that the arms or back are simply bolted on and can be unscrewed. If not, the more involved solution is to saw the frame itself. This is obviously a big step, but if it's the only way, you can cut the frame in a strategic spot, move the two halves through the door, and then brace them back together in the new room.
After you've moved the pieces, you'll reverse the process. Re-attach the frame pieces securely, and then use a staple gun or a hammer tacker to re-attach the upholstery fabric. You may also need some carpet tacks and a hammer to finish the job neatly.
Just a heads-up, the folks who have done this say it's a very time-consuming project. You'll need some patience and a specific set of tools, including pliers, a screwdriver, a staple gun, a hammer, and possibly a saw, but it can be a real lifesaver when no other couch will fit.
