Sofa and Doorway Measurement Checklist

Measure twice, at the largest or narrowest point as noted. Write each figure in cm or inches (circle one).

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1. The sofa

WidthArm to arm, at the widest pointcm / in
DepthFront to back, at the deepest pointcm / in
HeightFloor to highest point, legs oncm / in
Leg height (if removable)Only if they unscrew or pull offcm / in
Width saved (arms or ends off)Only if the maker says they detachcm / in
Depth saved (back off)Only if the back detachescm / in

2. Each doorway on the route

Front door: usable widthNarrowest clear gap, door opencm / in
Front door: usable heightFloor or threshold to framecm / in
Internal door: usable widthRepeat for every door on the routecm / in
Internal door: usable heightcm / in
Width lost to handles or hingesAnything that sticks outcm / in

3. Hallways, turns and stairs

Hallway widthNarrowest pointcm / in
Space beyond the door to swing the sofaLength of clear floorcm / in
Stairwell widthBetween walls or banisterscm / in
Headroom on the stairsLowest point, including any bulkheadcm / in
Landing size at the turnWidth and depthcm / in

4. Before delivery day

Free tool from Alec's 3 Piece Suites. Calculator and guidance: https://alecs3piecesuites.co.uk/tools/will-my-sofa-fit/. A checklist helps you plan; it does not guarantee a sofa will fit.