What is the standard size of an L shaped sofa?

There is no single standard. Our L shaped sofas are listed in two sizes: 7 ft x 6 ft and 8 ft x 6 ft, both 3 ft high with a seat depth of 24 inches and a floor to seat height of 19 inches. Check the size options on the product page of the design you like.

What does 7x6 ft mean for an L shaped sofa?

It is the length of the two sides of the L. The long side is 7 ft and the short side, usually the lounger, is 6 ft, measured along the outside edges from the corner. An 8x6 ft sofa has an 8 ft long side and the same 6 ft short side.

Which L shaped sofa size fits a 10x12 ft living room?

As a rule of thumb, a 7x6 ft L shaped sofa suits most 10x12 ft living rooms, leaving space for a coffee table and a walkway. Tape the shape on the floor first, and check doors, windows and switchboards on both walls.

Will a 7x6 L shaped sofa fit in a 10x10 room?

It can, if both walls are clear and you accept a tighter walkway. In many 10x10 ft rooms a compact L shaped corner sofa or a 3 seater sofa leaves more space to move. Mark the footprint with tape before you decide.

How much space should I leave around an L shaped sofa?

Many people leave about 1.5 ft between the sofa and a coffee table and about 3 ft for main walkways. Also check that doors and windows open freely and that the TV is easy to watch from both sides of the L.

Can I change the side of an L shaped sofa after ordering?

Confirm the LHS or RHS side before production, because the side is built into the frame. Stand at the room entrance facing the TV and keep the short side away from the main walkway.

Can I get an L shaped sofa in a custom size?

Yes, on many designs you can ask for an increased or reduced size, or a different fabric. Send your wall measurements to us on WhatsApp +91-7838834141. Once the customisation is agreed, you receive a confirmation with the details.

L shaped sofa size guide: 7x6 vs 8x6 ft, room space and seating

Golden Paradise Furniture

Oct 13

7 min read

Updated: 1 day ago

Getting the L shaped sofa size right matters more than the design. Too big and it blocks the room; too small and the corner feels empty. The short answer: our L shaped sofas are listed in 7 ft x 6 ft and 8 ft x 6 ft. A 7x6 ft L usually suits a 10x12 ft living room, and an 8x6 ft L suits rooms of about 12x14 ft or larger. This guide explains what those sizes mean, which room each one fits, how to measure, and when a custom size makes sense. Browse the full range of L shaped sofa online designs as you read.

Affordable L shaped corner sofa in cream fabric with brown cushions, a rounded lounger and a low wooden base, from Golden Paradise Furniture — Affordable L Shaped Corner Sofa: listed in 7 ft x 6 ft and 8 ft x 6 ft sizes, 3 ft high with a 19 inch seat height

L shaped sofa size: the short answer

Sizes: our L shaped sofas are listed in 7 ft x 6 ft and 8 ft x 6 ft.
Height and depth: 3 ft high, 24 inch seat depth, 19 inch floor to seat height.
Room: you need a 7 ft or 8 ft wall on one side, a 6 ft wall on the other, and walking space in front.
Custom: on many designs you can ask for a bigger or smaller size.

L shaped sofa size in feet: what 7x6 and 8x6 mean

An L shaped sofa size is usually written as two numbers: the length of the long side and the length of the short side, measured along the outside from the corner. On our product pages the two size options are:

7 ft x 6 ft: a 7 ft long side and a 6 ft short side. Listed as L7ft x W6ft x H3ft, depth 24 inch, floor to seat height 19 inch.
8 ft x 6 ft: an 8 ft long side and the same 6 ft short side, with the same height, depth and seat height.

For example, the l shape sofa in our Affordable L Shaped Corner Sofa design and the Chesterfield L Shape Sofa are both listed in these two sizes. Always check the size option on the product page before you order.

Is an L shaped sofa size the same as a corner sofa or sectional?

The words overlap. A corner sofa is usually an L that fills a corner, and a sectional is built from sections that can form an L. Compare the outside measurements of both sides, not the name. Our corner sofa vs L shape sofa guide explains the difference.

L shaped sofa size by room: 10x10, 10x12, 12x12 and 12x14 ft rooms

These are rules of thumb, not fixed rules, because every room has different doors, windows and furniture. Use them as a starting point, then tape the shape on your floor.

10x10 ft room: a 7x6 ft L fits only if both walls are clear and you accept a tighter walkway. A compact design such as the L Shaped Corner Sofa for Small Spaces, or a 3 seater sofa, is often easier.
10x12 ft room: a 7x6 ft L is usually the comfortable choice, with space for a coffee table and a walkway.
12x12 ft room: a 7x6 ft or an 8x6 ft L both work. Choose by how much free wall you have on the long side.
12x14 ft room or larger: an 8x6 ft L uses the space well and adds seating along the long wall.

Clearance rules for any L shaped sofa size

Coffee table gap: many people leave about 1.5 ft between the sofa and a coffee table.
Walkways: about 3 ft is a common allowance for main walking routes, such as from the door to the balcony.
TV distance: sit where the sofa will go and check the TV is comfortable to watch from both sides of the L.

If the room is tight, the 7x6 ft size leaves an extra foot on the long wall. In open-plan halls, the back of the L can also mark off the dining area.

L shaped sofa size and seating: how many people it seats

Seating depends on the arms, the cushion layout and how the corner is used, so our product pages list the size rather than a fixed seat count. A common rule of thumb is about 2 ft of seat width per person, measured along the seats. The corner seat and a lounger on the short side are often used differently from the straight seats. If you need a specific number of seats, ask us on WhatsApp +91-7838834141 which size and design suit your family.

How to measure your room for the right L shaped sofa size

Pick the corner: choose the corner where the sofa will sit and measure both walls from that corner.
Note obstacles: mark doors, windows, switchboards and AC units on each wall.
Choose the side: decide whether the short side or lounger should be on your left or right.
Tape the shape: mark the 7x6 ft or 8x6 ft L and a 2 ft depth on the floor with masking tape, then walk around it for a day.
Check the route in: measure the main door, lift and stairs.

Grey fabric L shaped corner sofa for small spaces with a chaise lounger on one side and slim gold metal legs, from Golden Paradise Furniture — L Shaped Corner Sofa for Small Spaces: the short side is a lounger, so plan which wall it sits against before you order

L shaped sofa size and delivery: door, lift and stair checks

A sofa that fits the room still has to reach it. Before you order, measure the width and height of the main door, the lift cabin and any stair turns, and send these with your wall sizes to us on WhatsApp. Delivery is at the ground floor of the building, so plan how the sofa will go up to your flat. Ask us how your chosen design is packed.

LHS or RHS: choosing the side for your L shaped sofa size

Stand at the room entrance facing the TV. The short side or lounger usually goes on the side away from the main walkway, so nobody has to step around it. Decide this before production, because the side is built into the frame. Our L shape sofa LHS vs RHS guide walks through common Indian living room layouts.

L shaped sofa size vs a 3+2 sofa set

An L uses one corner and keeps seating together, which suits family TV evenings. A 3+2 set can be split across walls and moved more easily when you shift house. Compare both in our L shape sofa vs 3+2 sofa set guide, and if you are deciding between the two listed sizes, read 7x6 vs 8x6 L shape sofa.

Standard or custom L shaped sofa size

A listed size is the easiest choice if it fits your walls. A custom size helps when your long wall is, for example, between 7 ft and 8 ft, or when a door or window sits where the sofa would end. On many designs you can ask for an increased or reduced size, or a different fabric. Once the customisation is agreed, you receive a confirmation with the details. Read how custom furniture in Delhi works with us.

Materials to check with your L shaped sofa size

Frame: most of our L shaped sofa product pages list Marandi wood, for example the Modern Wooden L Shaped Sofa. The Indian Sheesham Wood Sectional Sofa lists sheesham wood.
Fabric: 280 GSM fabric, in suede, boucle or a leather finish depending on the design. Check the fabric line in the specification of the design you like.
Foam: 40 density foam.
Other designs: see the Convertible L Shaped Sofa With Storage and the Modular L Shaped Sectional Sofa product pages for their listed details.
Style: for tufted designs, read our Chesterfield sofa guide.

L shaped sofa size: delivery and warranty

We deliver pan-India. As our store policies state, items are usually shipped within 7 working days of placing the order, and we offer a 1-year warranty on our complete product range. Shipping is free at checkout (some state or area charges may apply), and delivery is at the ground floor of the building. Full terms are in our store policies.

L shaped sofa size FAQs

What is the standard size of an L shaped sofa? There is no single standard. Our L shaped sofas are listed in two sizes: 7 ft x 6 ft and 8 ft x 6 ft, both 3 ft high with a seat depth of 24 inches and a floor to seat height of 19 inches. Check the size options on the product page of the design you like.
What does 7x6 ft mean for an L shaped sofa? It is the length of the two sides of the L. The long side is 7 ft and the short side, usually the lounger, is 6 ft, measured along the outside edges from the corner. An 8x6 ft sofa has an 8 ft long side and the same 6 ft short side.
Which L shaped sofa size fits a 10x12 ft living room? As a rule of thumb, a 7x6 ft L shaped sofa suits most 10x12 ft living rooms, leaving space for a coffee table and a walkway. Tape the shape on the floor first, and check doors, windows and switchboards on both walls.
Will a 7x6 L shaped sofa fit in a 10x10 room? It can, if both walls are clear and you accept a tighter walkway. In many 10x10 ft rooms a compact L shaped corner sofa or a 3 seater sofa leaves more space to move. Mark the footprint with tape before you decide.
How much space should I leave around an L shaped sofa? Many people leave about 1.5 ft between the sofa and a coffee table and about 3 ft for main walkways. Also check that doors and windows open freely and that the TV is easy to watch from both sides of the L.
How many people can sit on an L shaped sofa? It depends on the design, the arms and the corner, so our product pages list the size rather than a fixed seat count. A common rule of thumb is about 2 ft of seat width per person. Ask us on WhatsApp how many people a specific design seats comfortably.
Can I change the side of an L shaped sofa after ordering? Confirm the LHS or RHS side before production, because the side is built into the frame. Stand at the room entrance facing the TV and keep the short side away from the main walkway.
Can I get an L shaped sofa in a custom size? Yes, on many designs you can ask for an increased or reduced size, or a different fabric. Send your wall measurements to us on WhatsApp +91-7838834141. Once the customisation is agreed, you receive a confirmation with the details.

See L shaped sofa sizes in person at our showroom

Visit Golden Paradise Furniture & Interiors at Gate No. 4, Shastri Park, Shahdara, Delhi 110053, open 10 AM to 8 PM, all 7 days, to sit on a sofa and check the size before you choose. Read our Shastri Park showroom visit guide first, and WhatsApp +91-7838834141 with your wall measurements before you come. You can also browse our full L shaped sofa range, start at goldenparadisefurniture.in or read our FAQ.