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Finding a sofa that works for your lifestyle and taste isn’t always an easy feat. It can be stressful, expensive and with supply chain issues, your “dream couch” can take over 6+ months to be delivered.
It wasn't until my husband and I moved out of our NYC starter apartment and into a bigger space in Hoboken, NJ that we decided we wanted to fill it with furniture that would last. It was time to ditch the budget furniture and invest in some quality pieces.
Did I mention we moved at the height of the pandemic in December 2019, so finding furniture that was available was quite difficult. That’s when we discovered BenchMade Modern.
When it comes to looking for a sofa for your home, the first thing you need to consider is your lifestyle and space. My husband and I both love to lay down and watch movies, as well as entertain, so we knew we wanted some kind of sectional. With the entertaining comes food and beverage spills, so we wanted a material and color that wouldnt stain easily.
BenchMade Modern made creating the couch of our dreams a reality. Since you can customize the size, depth and material, we knew we were going to get exactly what we wanted. We chose the Skinny Fat sofa which is sleek and modern and fit perfectly in our open-concept living area. Also, it was delivered in 4-weeks, which is practically unheard of in the furniture world now.
Here’s a detailed review on BenchMade Modern’s process and the Skinny Fat sofa. Explore how easy it is to create your dream sofa to how comfortable it is for lounging — and even a night's sleep.
Cozy
- Cushions are removable to create a deeper area
- You can customize the size and depth to fit unique spaces and layouts
- Fast delivery times
- Free fabric swatches
- 100-day free at home trial
Not so cozy
- Price
- Cushions are quite firm at first but wear in nicely (would prefer that to having cushions that flatten out over time)
Frequently Asked Questions
How comfortable is the BenchMade Modern Skinny Fat?
The Skinny Fat is a legitimate comfort sectional. The cushions are medium-firm with a nice weight to them, so they stay in place and hold their shape — even after over a year of daily use. It's the kind of sofa that supports you without feeling stiff, whether you're sitting upright or stretched out for a movie marathon. The deep seat depth adds to the lounging factor. If your ideal evening involves disappearing into your couch, this delivers.
What is the lead time for a custom BenchMade Modern sofa?
BenchMade Modern targets 5 weeks or less from order to delivery, and they consistently meet that standard. In our experience, the sofa arrived in four weeks — which is remarkably fast for a fully custom, American-made piece of furniture. Most custom sofa brands take 8-14 weeks. The fast turnaround is a genuine competitive advantage if you need a quality sofa without the typical custom furniture wait.
Can you customize the Skinny Fat's size and fabric?
Yes — extensively. BenchMade Modern lets you choose the exact width (down to 5-inch increments), depth, configuration, fabric, and leg finish. They offer 100+ fabric options ranging from performance textiles to velvets and leathers. The online configurator helps you visualize your choices before committing. Because everything is built to order in the USA, you're getting a sofa that fits your space perfectly rather than settling for whatever stock size is closest.
Is the Skinny Fat Sofa good for families with kids or pets?
If you choose one of BenchMade Modern's performance fabric options, absolutely. Performance fabrics are engineered to resist stains, repel liquids, and hold up to the kind of daily abuse that kids and pets dish out. The cushion weight keeps everything in place even during rougher use. Several of their fabrics are specifically marketed as pet-friendly. Just make sure to pick a darker color or pattern if you're dealing with fur — no fabric is truly fur-proof.
About
Benchmade Modern
Furniture designed for your life
BenchMade Modern is a luxurious, high style furniture brand founded by Edgar Blazona in 2015. The brand offers a fast and straightforward way to purchase high-quality, customizable furniture.
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Handmade furniture, customized for your home
All BenchMade Modern products are custom-made and handcrafted in the USA. The brand offers a range of 15 collections with 100+ performance fabrics and leather upholstery options to choose from. Its sofas are made in five-inch increments to seamlessly fit into your space, and all frames have a lifetime warranty.
