What determines sofa set prices? 6 key factors

Six factors determine sofa set prices: the wood of the frame, the density of the seat foam, the upholstery material, craftsmanship details such as tufting and hand carving, the number of pieces and their dimensions, and any mechanism. Most of the difference between two similar-looking sets lies in the frame and the foam, which you cannot see from the outside. You can see our current set prices on the Sofa Sets page.

1. Frame: which wood, and how it is dried

The frame determines how long a sofa lasts and is the hidden part that affects the price most. A frame made of solid hardwood keeps its shape under load and keeps its joints tight for years. Kiln drying matters too: wood with balanced moisture moves less as the temperature and humidity of the home change.

At İmhotep, the frames of the Venedik, Elegance, Craft, Elvin and Idea Plus sofas are made of first-class kiln-dried hornbeam. In the Şato tufted sofa the inner frame is solid beech and the outer frame solid spruce; the bodies of the Lükens and Lizz wooden sofas are solid chestnut. We explain the differences between these woods in our hornbeam furniture guide.

2. Foam density

Foam density determines how long the seat keeps its shape. Density is the weight of the foam per cubic meter; the higher it is, the better the foam resists sagging. Seat foam is chosen by looking at softness, density and firmness together.

The seats of our Venedik, Elegance, Elvin, Craft, Lükens, Şato and Idea Plus sofas use 35-density foam; in the Arizona and Craft armchairs this foam is medium firm.

3. Upholstery: linen, velvet, chenille or leather

Upholstery changes both the look and the price. Linen-textured fabrics give a natural, calm look; velvet and chenille offer a softer texture and deeper color; genuine leather creates a surface with character and usually costs more.

• Linen-textured fabric: used on the Venedik Four-Seater Sofa and the Elegance Three-Seater Sofa.
• Velvet: the Craft Four-Seater Sofa and the Craft Wooden Sofa use velvet-textured fabric.
• Genuine leather: the Venedik Leather Chesterfield Sofa is upholstered in genuine leather, the Lükens Armchair in genuine crackled leather.

How long upholstery lasts depends on use and care as much as on the material: a quality fabric and leather alike serve for many years with the right care. Fabric, leather and wood tone are chosen from our swatches before the order; the same model takes on a whole new character with a different fabric.

4. Craftsmanship: tufting, hand carving and patina

Every detail that requires handwork adds to the labor of production, and so to the price. Chesterfield tufting is made by pulling each button through by hand with a cord; hand-carved legs and skirts come from the craftsman's hand; surface finishes such as patina and distressing give the wood depth layer by layer.

On the Elvin Chesterfield Sofa and the Venedik Leather Chesterfield Sofa, tufting is done by hand using the traditional cord-pulling method. The Arizona, Craft and Elegance sets feature hand-carved details, and Elegance and Arizona have a distressed patina finish. You can read what these techniques are in our chesterfield sofa and patina paint articles.

5. Number of pieces and dimensions

A set price is the total of its pieces, so the number of pieces and the length of the sofas directly determine the price. A four-seater costs more than a three-seater, and a set with two armchairs costs more than one with a single armchair.

At İmhotep, sets are not limited to a fixed content: you can change the number of sofas and armchairs to suit your needs and buy the pieces of a set one by one. Because we make our own furniture, you can also choose the fabric, color and wood tone for your living room. We explain how many pieces fit in your room in our guide to choosing a sofa set.

6. Mechanisms and modular design

Moving mechanisms and modular pieces add function to a sofa. A sofa with an opening back or adjustable arms contains more parts and work than a fixed one.

In the Idea Plus Sofa Set, the three-seater with a back mechanism turns into a bed when its back is opened, and the three-seater with an arm mechanism lets you create different seating arrangements.

Prices and options in İmhotep sofa sets

The prices on our site include VAT; each set page lists the set price and the price of each piece separately. If you would like to see solid wood frames and handwork up close, you can start with our classic Venedik, Elvin and Elegance sets and compare all sets on the Sofa Sets page.

Frequently asked questions

Why do sofa set prices vary so much?

The difference mostly comes from what you cannot see: whether the frame is solid hardwood, the density of the seat foam, the type of upholstery and handwork such as tufting or carving. The number of pieces, the length of the sofas and any mechanism also change the total price directly.

What foam density should a sofa set have?

The higher the density of the seat foam, the better it resists sagging; sofas used every day call for high-density foam. The seats of our Venedik, Elegance, Elvin, Craft, Lükens, Şato and Idea Plus sofas use 35-density foam.

Can I buy a sofa set piece by piece?

Yes. At İmhotep you can change the content of a set and choose the number of sofas and armchairs you need. Every piece in a set can also be bought on its own; piece prices are listed on the set page.

Is a leather sofa set more expensive than fabric?

Genuine leather upholstery usually costs more than fabric; the material itself and the stitching make the difference. Lifespan, however, depends on use and care as well as the material. At İmhotep, the Venedik Leather Chesterfield Sofa is upholstered in genuine leather and the Lükens Armchair in genuine crackled leather.

Do sofa set prices on the site include VAT?

Yes, all prices on our site include VAT. The set price and the prices of the pieces in the set are shown separately on each set's page.