Couch, sofa, sectional — what's the difference?
In day-to-day speech, "couch" and "sofa" mean the same thing — they're interchangeable. Both refer to a single piece of upholstered seating designed for 2-4 people. A "sectional" is a couch built from multiple connected pieces (modular), forming an L, U, or other configuration to fit the geometry of a specific room.
We use all three terms because our customers do. If you're shopping for a "couch in Boise" or a "sofa in Meridian," the same inventory shows up — just with different shape configurations.
Why used designer pieces beat new big-box
The retail furniture market has gotten brutal. A new West Elm Andes is $3,400. A new Pottery Barn Harper is $4,000+. The same pieces, used and inspected, run $1,200-$2,000 here. The depreciation curve flattens after 2 years — buying a 3-year-old designer piece in good condition saves you $1,500-$3,000 with minimal practical downside.
Compared to buying new at the budget end (Wayfair, Walmart) for the same $1,500: you'd be getting a no-name brand with bonded leather (which flakes), softer foam (which collapses), and weaker frames (which crack). Used designer just builds better.