Corner sofas are delivered in separate sections rather than as a single assembled piece. Each section is carried into your home individually and assembled on site, which makes navigating hallways, staircases, and tight doorways significantly more manageable than most people expect.
All Airedale Living corner sofas are delivered by a 2-man team, directly to any room in your home, and assembled on site — so you don't need to worry about getting a fully built sofa around any corners at all.
How Are Corner Sofas Delivered?
Corner sofas are too large to be delivered fully assembled. Instead, they arrive as a set of individual sections — typically two to four pieces depending on the configuration — which are carried into your home separately and connected together in the room.
This sectional delivery method means the access challenge is never about the sofa as a whole. It's about the size of the individual sections, which are considerably more manageable. A standard L-shaped corner sofa might arrive as a main three-seater section, a corner unit, and a chaise — each piece roughly the size of a single or two-seater sofa.
With Airedale Living 2-man delivery service, both team members carry each section through your home and into position. Once all sections are in the room, they assemble the sofa for you on site, so it's ready to use the moment they leave.
How Many Parts Does a Corner Sofa Come In?
The number of sections depends on the sofa's configuration:
| Configuration | Typical Number of Sections |
|---|---|
| Chaise corner sofa | 2 sections |
| Standard L-shaped corner sofa | 2–3 sections |
| Large L-shaped corner sofa | 3–4 sections |
| U-shaped sofa | 3–5 sections |
Each section is packaged individually and carried through your home one piece at a time. Because Airdale Living sofas are assembled on site by the delivery team, you never need to handle the sections yourself or work out how they connect.
How to Get a Corner Sofa Through a Door
Getting a corner sofa through a door is much simpler when it arrives in sections — but it's still worth checking your access points before delivery day to avoid any surprises.
How to check your doorways:
- Measure the doorway width at its narrowest point, including the door frame
- Compare this against the individual section dimensions — not the overall sofa dimensions. Ask your retailer for the packaged or unassembled dimensions of each section if these aren't listed
- Allow at least 10–15cm of clearance on each side of a section being carried through
- Check the doorway height as well as width — tall sofa backs can occasionally be the limiting factor in older properties with lower door frames
- Remove the door from its hinges if needed — this can add 5–8cm of extra width and is easier than it sounds
As a practical rule: if a standard two-seater sofa could get through your doorway, a corner sofa delivered in sections almost certainly can too.
How to Get a Corner Sofa Up Stairs
Stairs are the access point that cause the most concern — but again, sectional delivery makes this far more manageable than it might seem.
What to check before delivery:
- Staircase width — measure the narrowest point, including the banister
- Ceiling height at the turn — the point where the stairs change direction is usually the tightest spot. Measure the diagonal clearance here, as sections may need to be angled through
- Landing dimensions — note the size of any landing where a section will need to be set down or repositioned before continuing upstairs
- Any tight turns at the top — measure the hallway width at the top of the stairs and the angle of any turn into the room
With 2-man delivery, the team will assess the staircase on arrival and navigate each section through in the most practical way. If you have any concerns in advance, share your staircase measurements with us before your delivery date and we can advise accordingly.
How to Get a Corner Sofa into a Flat
Getting a corner sofa into a flat introduces a few additional considerations — particularly if the flat is on an upper floor without lift access.
Ground floor and first floor flats are typically straightforward with sectional delivery. The same access checks apply as for a house: front door width, hallway width, any internal doorways, and the door into the living room itself.
Upper floor flats with stairs — follow the staircase guidance above. With 2-man delivery and sectional pieces, most staircase configurations are navigable.
Upper floor flats with a lift — measure the lift interior carefully. Note the width, depth, and height of the lift, and compare against the individual section dimensions. Most modern lift shafts accommodate standard sofa sections comfortably, but older or smaller service lifts can be restrictive.
If lift access is unavailable and stairs are very tight — contact us before ordering. In rare cases, very narrow spiral staircases or extremely compact access arrangements may require an alternative solution, and it's far better to identify this in advance than on delivery day.
How Far Do Corner Sofas Come Out From the Wall?
The depth of a corner sofa — how far it projects from the wall — is one of the most practically important dimensions for room planning, and one that's easy to overlook when focusing on the overall width.
A standard corner sofa typically projects 85–105cm from the wall on the shorter return side. This is the seat depth plus the back frame. On the longer main run, the projection is the same — it's a consistent dimension across both sides.
This means you need to account for roughly 90–100cm of clear floor space along each wall the sofa sits against, before you even begin to think about clearance between the sofa and opposing furniture.
A U-shaped sofa projects similarly on all three sides, which is why it requires a genuinely generous floor area to work well.
For a full guide to measuring your room and planning access before delivery, read our how to measure a corner sofa guide.
How Are Left-Hand Corner Sofas Delivered?
A left-hand or right-hand corner sofa is delivered in exactly the same way — in individual sections, carried through the home and assembled on site. The orientation of the sofa doesn't affect how it's delivered or the access requirements.
The sections themselves are identical regardless of orientation — it's the way they're connected during assembly that determines whether the chaise sits on the left or right. This is handled by the delivery team during on-site assembly.
If you're still working out which orientation you need, read our guide to left-hand vs right-hand corner sofas before you order.
Preparing for Your Corner Sofa Delivery: Checklist
Do this before your delivery date to make sure everything goes smoothly:
| What to Do | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Measure all doorways (width and height) | Confirms sections can pass through without issue |
| Measure hallway widths | Identifies any tight turns or pinch points |
| Measure staircases and landings | Essential for upper-floor deliveries |
| Check lift dimensions (if applicable) | Ensures sections fit if stairs aren't an option |
| Clear the route through your home | Removes obstacles before the team arrives |
| Move existing furniture out of the way | Gives the delivery team space to assemble the sofa |
| Remove doors from hinges if very tight | Adds valuable clearance in narrow doorways |
| Protect flooring on the delivery route | Particularly important for hard floors and rugs |
Frequently Asked Questions
How are corner sofas delivered?
Corner sofas are delivered in separate sections — typically two to four pieces — which are carried into your home individually and assembled on site. Airdale Living delivers all corner sofas with a 2-man team, directly to any room in your home, with on-site assembly included.
How do you get a corner sofa through a door?
Because corner sofas arrive in sections, you're never trying to get the whole sofa through a door at once. Measure your doorways at the narrowest point and compare against the individual section dimensions. Allow at least 10–15cm of clearance on each side. Removing the door from its hinges can add useful extra width if needed.
How do you get a corner sofa up stairs?
Measure staircase width, ceiling height at turns, and landing dimensions before delivery. With 2-man delivery and sectional pieces, most staircases are manageable. If you have concerns, share your measurements with the retailer in advance.
How many parts does a corner sofa come in?
A standard L-shaped corner sofa typically arrives in two to three sections. Larger sofas and U-shapes come in three to five sections. Each piece is carried through your home separately and assembled in the room.
How far does a corner sofa come out from the wall?
Most corner sofas project 85–105cm from the wall — this is the combined seat depth and back frame. Allow approximately 90–100cm of floor space along each wall the sofa sits against, plus additional clearance between the sofa and any opposing furniture.
How do you get a sofa around a tight corner?
With sectional delivery, each piece is small enough to navigate most tight corners individually. Angle the section diagonally to make the most of available space, and have one person guide from each end. Removing any nearby doors from their hinges and clearing the route completely will make tight corners significantly easier.
How do you get a corner sofa into a flat?
The same principles apply as for a house — sections are carried through individually. For upper-floor flats, check staircase and lift dimensions against individual section sizes. Airedale Living 2-man delivery team handle the heavy lifting and assembly, so you just need to ensure the route is clear and accessible.
Ready to Order?
Now you know exactly what to expect on delivery day, you can order with complete confidence. Browse full corner sofa collection, or explore by size with our large corner sofas and U-shaped sofas. Not sure which sofa is right for your room? Our complete guide to how to choose the right corner sofa covers everything from size to configuration to orientation.
Shop by colour — grey, beige, cream, and black — or browse new arrivals and best sellers to find your perfect match.
Still planning your space? Read our guide to how big is a corner sofa for a full breakdown of dimensions by configuration and room size, or explore corner sofa types explained to find the right style for your home.
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