Arabic Floor Sofa in New York: Walk-Ups, Narrow Stairs, and Small Living Rooms
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A floor sofa is one of the few sofas that gets up almost any New York walk-up: there is no frame, every piece is foam, and the set arrives vacuum-packed in boxes rather than as one bulky piece.
By Mariam, Floorsofa.co · Updated October 2026
A floor sofa is one of the few sofas that gets up almost any New York walk-up: there is no frame, every piece is foam, and the set arrives vacuum-packed in boxes rather than as one bulky piece. We deliver by UPS to every address in the state, Manhattan and the Bronx as well as Rochester, Buffalo, and the smallest Hudson Valley or Adirondack town, in 4 to 5 business days with duties paid.
Will it get up my stairs and through my door?
This is the first question New Yorkers ask, and the answer is yes. A regular sofa often fails at a tight turn on the third floor. A floor sofa arrives as boxes; once opened, each base is a single foam cushion one person can carry.
| Problem | Regular sofa | Floor sofa |
|---|---|---|
| Narrow staircase with a turn | Often does not fit | Pieces carried one at a time |
| Small elevator | May need the stairs anyway | Boxes fit like normal packages |
| Old, narrow apartment door | Legs and arms removed, if possible | No assembly needed |
| Moving out later | Movers and a truck | Pieces carried out one at a time |
What fits a small New York living room?
- Under 10 feet of usable wall: a 75-inch loveseat. Add floor cushions when friends come over.
- A corner by the window: an L-shaped set (102 x 75 in) if the room is at least about 9 by 11 feet.
- A railroad apartment or narrow room: one straight run of bases along the long wall, leaving the walkway open.
Measure wall to wall at floor level, and remember radiators and outlets. Our measuring guide covers it step by step.
What if the wall is shorter than 75 inches?
Apartment walls are often broken by a door, a closet, or a radiator, leaving 50 or 60 inches of usable space. A 37-inch half loveseat fits some of these. For anything in between, we make a custom base to your exact length: send the measurement and a photo through the custom order page, and we reply with the full price, shipping and duties included, before you pay. Custom pieces take longer to prepare; we confirm the date with the quote.
How does delivery work in a doorman or package-room building?
UPS delivers to the address on your order, like any other package. In buildings with a doorman or a package room, the boxes are held there for you. In walk-ups, write your apartment number clearly on the address so the driver can find you.
Frequently asked questions
Do you deliver upstate and on Long Island?
Yes. Every New York street address UPS reaches, in the city or the smallest village, gets the same 4 to 5 business days.
Is a floor sofa comfortable enough for everyday use in a small apartment?
For most adults, yes, especially with 8-inch bases. If someone in your home has trouble getting up from low seating, keep one chair nearby. See is floor seating comfortable?
Can it double as a bed for guests?
Yes. Each 75-inch base works as a single bed. See floor sofa as a guest bed.
Can you make a base for a 60-inch wall?
Yes. Send the exact length and we quote a custom base in your chosen fabric.
See sets: loveseats · half loveseats · 8-inch L-shaped.
