Picking the right living room furniture can feel overwhelming. With so many options available, how do you choose pieces that work for your space and daily life? Two furniture experts share their top tips for making smart choices that balance comfort, style and function.

When shopping for living room furniture, comfort should be your top priority, said Robin Abel, owner of The Perfect Piece Home Furnishings.

“Ultimately, comfort is the most important factor for most of the pieces of furniture that we buy,” Abel said. She learned this lesson firsthand when she bought a sofa she loved. “At 5'5, I loved it,” she added. “But it was too short for my 6'1" husband.”

Abel recommends that everyone in a household test furniture before buying. Sit on sofas and chairs to make sure they work for peop

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