If this was a case of choosing between Manhattan and Chesterfield, for most, the choice would be relatively simple. Manhattan would nine times out of ten come out on top. That’s nothing against Chesterfield, it’s just that the draw of the Manhattan lights can be hard to resist for the majority.
However, what’s slightly harder to decide on for café, pub and restaurant owners is the choice of sofa: a Manhattan sofa or Chesterfield sofa?
Where do the names come from?
You’d think that if anyone would know then it would be Trent Furniture, but we don’t. In fact, no one does; not for sure, anyway. The research that we have done shows that there are plenty of possible scenarios for the naming of the Chesterfield sofa but our favourite explanation is to do with the 4th Earl of Chesterfield.
Unfortunately, the same can be said for the Manhattan sofa. No one is actually quite sure where the name originates from.
Chesterfield sofa
If you are looking to create a classy, stylish interior, adding a few Chesterfield sofas will work wonders. The Chesterfield-style sofa is an iconic piece of furniture and its classic design is a popular choice for bars, pubs, restaurants and hotels.
The luxurious appearance is created by the upholstered arms, thick foam, brown faux leather and buttonhole pattern. The detailing on the back and arms create a truly traditional feel and look which is unique to the Chesterfield.
Manhattan sofa
The Manhattan sofa range has increased in popularity over recent years. As such, it is now available in black and brown leather to match with your décor.
Comfort is paramount for Manhattan sofas. The comfortable padded cushions and thick upholstery make the sofas the perfect addition to any casual dining and drinking area as customers can relax comfortably whilst enjoying a drink or a bite to eat with a low table such as the Rectangular Shaker coffee table.
Which should you buy?
Both sofas offer ample seating for customers to relax in and are the perfect option for casual seating in a restaurant, waiting areas or hotels as well as being a great option for bars and pubs. Which you choose ultimately depends on the goal of your interior design.
If you are looking to create an upmarket, classier interior, we would advise you side with the Chesterfield sofa. But if you are striving for a casual bar or restaurant, the comfort that the Manhattan sofa brings means that it’s hard to go against.
Buying sofas
Both the Manhattan and Chesterfield sofas are available at Trent Furniture as an armchair, two-seater or three-seater sofa. Whichever sofa you chose, adding sofas helps to make customers feel at home and more likely to while the hours away in your café, bar or restaurant