Sofa & Upholstery Auctions

Leather sofas and Italian leather suites

Leather is the staple of the category, from single three seaters through to full two and three seat suites and larger corner arrangements. Expect slate grey, tan, black and cream hides across modern and traditional frames, with Italian leather suites appearing regularly alongside high street leather ranges. Material, colour and any markings are as stated in the description, so check the lot page and photos for the grade and finish. These sit well next to the wider furniture auctions if you are furnishing a full room.

Velvet and fabric sofas

Velvet and woven fabric sofas cover the bulk of softer upholstery, in three seater, two seater and snuggle configurations. Recent lots have included a champagne classic velvet three seater and a grey fabric power recliner three seater, with colours spanning neutrals, jewel tones and grey. Where a lot is a power recliner or has reclining action, that is noted in the description rather than assumed. Pair an upholstered piece with rugs and carpets or finishing touches from home decor.

Corner groups and modular sofas

Corner groups, L shaped sofas and modular seating turn up as both complete sets and individual modules. Layout, orientation (left or right hand facing) and the number of pieces are shown on the lot page, so check the description and photos to confirm the configuration before bidding. Larger corner groups are collection lots given their size.

Sofa beds and easy chairs

Sofa beds bridge living room and guest room, with velvet, fabric and leather frames coming through in two and three seater sizes. Easy chairs, armchairs, accent chairs, tub chairs and recliners appear as standalone seats and as parts of suites. Sofa beds make sensible companions to a bedroom refresh, while occasional and accent chairs work as standalone seating anywhere in the home.

Incomplete sets and project pieces

Some lots are listed as assorted pieces or incomplete sets, such as individual modules from a larger group or mixed designer pieces sold together. These are well suited to upholsterers, refurbishers and anyone after frames or parts for a project. The lot title and description state clearly when a lot is incomplete or sold as assorted pieces, so read both before bidding.

Who buys upholstery at auction

The category draws homeowners furnishing a room on a budget, landlords and letting agents fitting out rental properties, interior and staging professionals, and trade buyers including upholsterers and furniture refurbishers after frames and parts. Single lots suit individual buyers, while assorted and incomplete lots tend to appeal to the trade.

How it works

Register for a free account, browse the current upholstery lots, and place your maximum bid. Every lot opens at £1 and the hammer price is decided by bidding. When the auction ends, the highest bid wins. Each lot page shows the materials, dimensions, condition, collection details and end time, with full terms in the terms and conditions.

Collection or postal

Sofas, suites and corner groups are large items, so most upholstery is collection. The collection location and any postal or courier availability are shown on each individual lot page rather than applied across the category, so check the lot you are bidding on. Bring suitable transport and help with loading for larger pieces.

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