Brown sofa: ideas for stylish living room interior design

A warm color that evokes warmth, wood or chocolate is one of the most popular colors in living room decor. Calm, inspiring confidence in a stable future, a monumental and reliable shade is an excellent solution for furnishings in both classical or noble English, and in a modern style. A living room with a brown sofa looks elegant, sophisticated and at the same time restrained.

When the style issue is resolved, doubts about the design usually arise, although there may be hesitation regarding the selection of shade. But when you first purchase a beautiful, stylish piece of furniture, but you still don’t have a clear idea about the room, a completely logical question arises: how and where to place a brown sofa in the living room interior (in the photo at the end of the article we have selected various interesting options) and what to combine it with? How to make the environment harmonious?

Variety of materials

Before you go to the store to buy, you need to choose the right material, because a brown sofa can be made from different raw materials. We have compiled a review of the most suitable fabrics for sofa upholstery, and also analyzed their pros and cons.

Velor upholstery is almost indistinguishable from velvet and is quite pleasant to the touch

Material	Peculiarities	Advantages	Flaws
Velours	Pile fabric, created by interlacing 5 threads: 4 vertically, 1 horizontally	Gives a pleasant tactile sensation, the basis of high-quality velor is natural raw materials	Cannot be wet cleaned
Flock	Pile, non-woven material, consists of a fabric base onto which lint is glued	Easy to maintain, resistant to sharp objects, durable, elastic	Impregnated with odors
Chenille	Produced using jacquard weaving on fluffy yarn	Does not deform, abrasion resistant, does not fade	High cost, not moisture resistant, susceptible to sharp objects (scratches are clearly visible)
Faux suede	Budget option for pile upholstery fabric	Low price, elastic, durable material	Can be deformed during use
Artificial fur	Looks like animal skin	Waterproof, durable, environmentally friendly	Can only be dry cleaned, susceptible to external mechanical influences
Jacquard	Lint-free fabric, consisting half of artificial threads, half of natural ones, is obtained by interweaving 10 transverse and longitudinal threads	Very durable, has a beautiful appearance and intricate patterns, looks like silk	High cost of upholstery
Scotchgard	Cotton fabric, on which a pattern is applied using printing, is impregnated with dirt-repellent agents	Not afraid of grease, dirt and water, easy to clean	High cost, impregnation can dissolve in hot water
Tapestry	Made from 100% cotton, the fabric is woven on a loom using an X-shaped weave.	Eco-friendly, wet cleanable, has a large number of unique patterns	Snags form quickly, fade, and fade when washed.
Faux leather	Airtight artificial smooth material	Moisture-resistant, easy to care for, does not fade, durable	Quickly shows scratches, is easily flammable, and cracks over time
Genuine Leather	Non-woven fabric without artificial additives	Strength, wear resistance, environmental friendliness, air permeability, beautiful appearance	High price

Flock upholstery is durable and wear-resistant

Genuine leather upholstery fits perfectly into classic interiors

Based on this table, you can easily select the material to create a brown sofa. Now he can move on to arranging it.

Textile wallpaper

Made from paper (or non-woven fabric) with a woven cover (cotton, silk, wool, canvas, jute, polyester) they create a warm and natural look. Provide sound absorption, better than regular wallpaper. Maintenance includes cleaning with a vacuum cleaner or damp sponge.

What to combine with

In addition to choosing the fabric for the upholstery, it is also necessary to select elements of the living room that are in harmony with the brown sofa. Since we start from this central part of the premises, we will select the design of the remaining zones in accordance with the furniture.

A dark brown sofa can be paired with armchairs with light brown upholstery.

A charismatic combination of a brown sofa with an almost white upholstery of a “soft” coffee table

Floor

The floor on which the sofa is located can be of any material. Typically, if the upholstery is leather, the flooring is tiles. It can be marble or ceramic. Choose depending on your own preferences and available budget.

A dark brown sofa on a light brown carpet - a warm neutral atmosphere, slightly diluted with cool accents in the form of blue pillows

If you like light floors, a brown sofa here will look absolutely chic.

If the upholstery is fabric, it is better to cover the floor with carpet or make it wooden.

A successful combination of several colors in one living room

On a note! The floor should be several shades lighter or darker than the sofa.

Light brown sofa on a colorful carpet

Don't forget about color. Furniture should not blend with the brown floor, so learn to play with shades.

Ceiling

Oddly enough, the ceiling also plays an important role. It is desirable that it be traditionally white. If this option is not to your liking, choose a different color, the main thing is that it is light and cold. This color scheme will highlight your furniture and emphasize its well-deserved central place.

Shades of brown always look great in combination with a white ceiling

All shades of brown combine harmoniously with wooden elements, including decorative beams on the ceiling

Brown sofas in a classic style living room interior

By choosing a dark or warm shade for the ceiling, you will blur the picture, make the room visually smaller, and the sofa will not stand out properly.

An excellent option for finishing would be PVC film (stretch ceiling) in combination with plasterboard, plain wallpaper or paint.

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Walls

A brown sofa in the interior should stand out. Therefore, it should not be allowed to blend into surrounding surfaces. Consequently, the walls also need to be made several tones different or a completely contrasting shade should be chosen.

It’s not difficult to choose combinations, because dark and light brown tones look good against the backdrop of pastel and bright shades

A soft and calm atmosphere created by the successful combination of a brown sofa with beige walls

Goes well with brown, blue, gray, white, red. They will create a good background and will contrast with the furniture, making it stand out. However, do not forget that the shade of the sofa is of particular importance. When combining colors, remember that they should not overlap the main element.

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Textile

Textiles are of particular importance in arranging a sofa. If you decide to use it to create an interior, do it with taste. First you need to choose sofa cushions. There are several important points to consider here. The color of the pillows should match the base correctly. It is advisable that they are not flashy and harmonize with the brown color.

Emphasis on brightness. Brown color looks interesting in combination with bright shades, for example, with sofa cushions in light green, turquoise and pink colors

Add lamps with interesting lampshades or fresh flowers to the room, and you will see how your living room will be transformed

The second point is quantity. A common mistake is an overabundance of sofa cushions. Remember that everything should be in moderation. Arrange the pillows in such a way that they do not block the beauty of the sofa.

Yellow and brown, both colors successfully complement each other, creating coziness and lightness

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Selection by pattern and texture

How to choose wallpaper for dark furniture?

If it is glossy, choose a coating with a velvety surface.
The shiny texture of wallpaper with gold decor will look impressive with a matte set.
Strict, dim geometric designs are universal.
For classic solutions, heraldic signs, stripes, and elegant repeating floral patterns are suitable. Scandinavian loves careful geometry or stripes. You can get by with a monochrome option. Loft, by tradition, prefers imitation stone, plaster or brick. But modern trends allow you to mix styles, so successful wallpaper options can be found to suit any direction in the interior.
In a brutal environment, laconic colors or prints look best. However, it can be combined with more “feminine” motifs, for example, flowers. But in this case, you need to pay attention to the overall style.

All components must be in harmony.

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What styles is it suitable for?

A brown sofa will fit into many modern styles. First of all, it is an example of a classic style. Here he will fit into a calm and laconic atmosphere. Leather upholstery or fabrics without lint and shine are suitable for this direction.

Brown shades are perfect when you want to emphasize the classic style of the living room

A sofa with brown upholstery is ideal for retro or eco-style

Such an element will fit perfectly into Provence, especially if it has a somewhat aged and shabby appearance. In this case, it is better to choose light and delicate models that can emphasize the comfort and warmth of the living room.

Sofa in the spirit of a loft, stylized as an antique freight car

A dark brown sofa is perfect for Scandinavian style. In combination with a snow-white carpet, dark laminate flooring and a fireplace, it will create a cold atmosphere of the north.

Dark models also accept minimalism. Do not forget that in this case the floor covering must be chosen several tones lighter. For minimalism, white ceramic tiles are suitable.

In minimalism, a brown sofa will add luxury

As you can see, a brown sofa is well suited for creating many looks; at the same time, it can take on different roles depending on the variation of upholstery and shade.

Brown-blue interior in a marine style

In Moroccan style, a brown sofa will be decorated with colorful pillows

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Photo: brown sofas in the interior

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Description of non-woven wallpaper

Consisting of non-woven textile and cellulose fibers, wallpaper has good sound and heat insulation. At the same time, they absorb dust, odors, and moisture, so they are not recommended as wallpaper for hallways and corridors. For gluing, special glue is used. The convenience is that it is applied only to the wall. Non-woven wallpaper can be painted with latex and acrylic paints.

The right combination of a brown sofa with the interior and decoration