A sectional can make a living room feel complete—but only when its orientation, scale, and delivery path work together. Before shopping our sectional collection, measure the room and decide how people will actually move through it.
Start with the room, not the product photo
Measure the usable wall lengths, then mark doors, windows, fireplaces, vents, outlets, and the natural walking path. A sectional should anchor the seating zone without forcing people to cut through it. Leave about 30–36 inches for major walkways and at least 16–18 inches between the front of the sectional and a coffee table.
Understand left- and right-facing
Most manufacturers describe orientation while you are standing in front of the sectional and looking at it. A right-facing chaise extends on your right; a left-facing chaise extends on your left. Always verify the product diagram because naming conventions can vary.
Use painter's tape
Tape the full footprint onto the floor. Sit inside the outline, open nearby doors, and walk the normal route through the room. This five-minute test reveals whether the chaise blocks a passage or whether a deep corner will overpower the space.
Do not forget the delivery path
Measure the narrowest doorway, hall turn, stair landing, elevator opening, and ceiling height along the route. Compare those measurements with each sectional component—not only the assembled width. Modular sectionals can solve difficult access because they arrive in smaller pieces.
Quick checklist
- Room width and length
- Sectional footprint and component sizes
- Chaise direction
- Walkway clearance
- Door, stair, elevator, and hallway clearance
- Recliner extension and wall clearance, if applicable
Need a second set of eyes? Use our eDesign service before ordering.