High Back Corner Sofas

What's in This Collection?

This collection gathers our high-back corner sofas in one place — nine fabric designs, all with the taller backrest that gives more support up to head height. It spans four ranges: the Verona (L-shaped corners, including two corner sofa beds), the Carnaby (U-shape corners that come with a matching footstool), the Bishop (large U-shape Alaska-fabric corners) and the Canterbury (L-shaped corners). Colours run across grey, cream, coal, silver and truffle. Because it's grouped by a specific style, the main decisions are shape (L-shape or U-shape), colour, and whether you want the sofa-bed function or a footstool. The whole range is currently in stock. For more shapes and materials, browse all corner sofas, U-shaped sofas or fabric sofas.

What Is a High Back Corner Sofa?

A high back corner sofa is a corner sofa with a taller backrest than a standard low- or mid-back design. That extra height supports the upper back, shoulders and — on many designs — up to head and neck height, which taller sitters and anyone who likes to sit back and relax often prefer. Combined with the L-shape or U-shape corner layout, it gives you sociable, space-efficient seating with more support. High-back designs tend to have a fuller, more enveloping look, so they make a comfortable, substantial centrepiece in a living room. Every sofa in this collection is a high-back corner in a fabric finish.

L-Shape vs U-Shape Corner Sofa

The collection includes both L-shaped and U-shape corners. An L-shape corner sofa fits into one corner of the room along two walls — the most common corner layout, and a good fit for most living rooms. A U-shape corner sofa is larger and wraps around three sides, seating more people and suiting a big family room or open-plan space, but needing considerably more floor area. Here's how they compare.

Exact dimensions vary by model and aren't assumed here, so check the width, depth and each run's length on the product page, and measure the walls the sofa will sit along. See the wider U-shaped sofas range for more large-corner options.

The Corner Sofa Beds in This Range

Two of the nine — the Verona High Back Cream and Grey — are corner sofa beds, which convert from a sofa to a bed for overnight guests, while the rest are fixed high-back corner sofas. If a guest-bed function matters to you, look specifically at the Verona sofa-bed models and check the product page for the bed mechanism and size, as these vary. If you don't need the bed function, the other seven give you high-back corner seating without it. Not every model in this collection converts, so check the product title and page before ordering. For the full choice of convertible options, see our sofa beds range.

Choosing a Colour

The range comes in grey, cream, coal (a deep charcoal), silver (a light cool grey) and truffle (a warm mid-brown taupe). Grey and silver are easy, contemporary neutrals that suit most schemes; coal is a darker, more dramatic option that's forgiving of everyday marks; cream is soft and light but shows marks more, so it suits lower-traffic rooms; and truffle brings a warmer, earthy tone. All are a fabric finish. Because on-screen colour can differ from the real fabric, a showroom visit or a sample is worth it if the exact tone matters, especially on a large corner where the colour makes a big impact.

Measuring for a High Back Corner Sofa

A corner sofa needs careful measuring because it runs along two (L-shape) or three (U-shape) walls. Mark the footprint on the floor with tape, measure the length of each wall the sofa will sit along, and note the overall width and depth, leaving room for walkways. High-back designs are taller, so also check the overall height fits under any low window sills, radiators or sloped ceilings. Then check your figures against the dimensions on the product page. Just as important is the route in: a corner sofa is large and may arrive in sections, so measure your doorways, hallways, tight turns, staircases and any lift at the narrowest point, for both width and height. If access is tight, confirm on the product page or with our team whether the sofa detaches into sections. Call 02476 705 600 if you'd like help, and see our measuring guide.

Choosing for Your Room

Start with shape: an L-shape corner for a standard living room, or a U-shape for a large or open-plan space and more seating. Then decide whether you want extras — a footstool (the Carnaby U-shapes include one) or the sofa-bed function (the Verona models). Pick a colour to suit your room and how much wear it will get, and check the high-back height works with your windows and any sloped ceiling. Because the whole range is in stock, you can order any model without waiting for a restock. Measure the room and the access route before ordering, and for a U-shape measure all three walls it will run along.

Fabric Care

Always follow the product-specific care instructions on the product page or supplied with your order. As a general routine for the fabric, blot spills promptly with a clean, dry or slightly damp cloth rather than rubbing, and vacuum gently with a soft brush attachment to lift dust and keep the surface even. Avoid harsh cleaners and abrasive tools, keep the sofa out of prolonged direct sunlight, which can fade colour over time, and away from excessive heat. Plump and rotate the cushions regularly to keep their shape, especially on the corner and any chaise section. For the sofa-bed models, operate the mechanism gently and keep the moving parts clear. See our upholstery-care guide for more.

Stock, Delivery and Finance

Availability is shown live on each product, and at the time of writing the whole range is in stock — so you can order any high-back corner without waiting for a restock. One model, the Verona Grey corner sofa bed, shows only one left, so it's worth ordering promptly if that's the one you want. Delivery is free to England and Wales by a two-person team, and delivery times can vary by product, so take the timeframe from the live product card rather than assuming one date. You can spread the cost with interest-free finance, subject to credit check — see the finance information page. If you change your mind, our 14-day returns policy applies; details are on the returns information and delivery information pages.

Why Buy from Furniture Instore?

You get a focused range of high-back corner sofas — L-shape and U-shape, in a choice of colours, with footstool and sofa-bed options — all with the taller, more supportive backrest, and all in stock. Our team can help you choose the shape, colour and size, advise on whether a footstool or sofa-bed model suits you, and check a piece will fit and get into your room. You're welcome to visit our Coventry showroom to try the high back and feel the fabric in person. The store holds a 4.8★ Excellent rating on Trustpilot from over 4,800 genuine reviews, delivery is free to England and Wales, and our 14-day returns policy means you can order with confidence. Call us on 02476 705 600, Monday to Saturday, 9am–5pm.

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