OEM Sofa Manufacturing: Prepare Your Brief
A sofa image communicates a style; a manufacturing brief explains what must be made. For a furniture brand or importer, the most useful first enquiry separates the approved design from open decisions. The checklist below helps an OEM sofa manufacturer assess construction, sampling and the information needed for a quotation.
Define the layout and dimensions
Include overall width, depth and height, seat height and seat depth, all with units. For a modular sofa, provide each module size and a plan showing the intended combination. Label the chaise orientation on a drawing and state the viewing direction; left and right descriptions alone can be ambiguous. Identify connectors, removable parts and any size restrictions.
Specify upholstery and comfort separately
Send fabric or leather references, colour codes and the desired seam or piping details. Describe whether covers should be removable and identify areas with different materials. For comfort, provide an approved sample reference or a written target for the team to assess. A photo cannot confirm foam density, seat support or the feel of the finished sofa.
State market requirements before sampling
Tell the team where the sofas will be sold and share any applicable material, flammability, labelling or testing specifications requested by your buyer. Ask what documentation can be supplied for the exact configuration. Do not assume that a report for one material or model covers a changed upholstery or construction.
Plan packaging with the order
Identify whether legs or modules should travel separately, whether assembly instructions are needed and where your brand labels should appear. Request proposed packed dimensions and weights for shipment planning. Confirm quantities by module and finish so a mixed order can be checked against the packing list.
- Drawing or model reference and revision
- Dimensions, module layout and orientation
- Upholstery, finishes and comfort requirements
- Quantities, branding, destination and target timeline
Review the sample before production approval
Agree which dimensions, materials and appearance details need checking during sampling. Record changes with photos and updated specifications. Confirm sampling fees, production MOQ and lead time with the team for the final design. Browse our sofa models for a starting point, or send your drawings for an OEM review.