What is a Left Arm Facing Sectional?

A sectional is an excellent choice in your living room because of its form and function. And there are many types and varieties to choose from! But many homeowners still wonder, ‘What is a left arm facing sectional?’ 

A sectional type of sofa consists of two, three, or more pieces of seating sections. These sections are adjoined from one end of the sectional, called a chaise. But what does left facing sectional mean?

In a nutshell, a left arm facing sectional means the chaise is on the left side of the sofa. When you’re standing in front of and facing your sectional, you’ll see the chaise or extended section that forms the letter “L” shape of the sofa on the left side.

LAF means left arm facing, while RAF means right arm facing. The difference is in the position of the chaise. A traditional L-shaped sectional sofa will have a chaise on either side. A LAF, as mentioned, will have an adjoined chaise on the left side.

On the other hand, a RAF will have the chaise on the right side when you’re facing towards it. Overall, the difference is only the orientation and location of the chaise or extended section connected to the rest of the sofa.

Choosing between a left arm facing or right arm facing sectional will depend on these several factors:

• Consider proper spacing. Remember that your sectional couch shouldn’t occupy the whole wall stretch. An 18-inch space on both sides of the sectional will allow for better aesthetical balance.
• Assess high foot traffic areas. Gauge which areas get the most foot traffic, and make sure you don’t block it with a chaise. That said, if the left side gets high foot traffic, then grabbing a RAF is recommended, and vice versa.
• Ensure all furniture in your room is proportional to one another. Measure the height, width, and length to know the proper furniture scale.

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