Pottery Barn isn’t new, especially to those who have a thing for comfortable and classic couches. Since it was founded in 1949, the brand has made many public appearances in several sitcoms, including Friends and Boy Meets World.
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Pottery Barn is known for its quality furniture, with many of them made out of kiln-dried hardwood frames which can withstand regular use over time. Furthermore, they come in various designs from traditional to contemporary, so there’s going to be something for everyone.
Pottery Barn’s sleeper sofas are no exception. But first, what is a sleeper sofa? A sleeper sofa is similar to a regular sofa, but it has an additional function – you can turn it into a bed for sleeping. Most of the time, it requires pulling out the bed frame from underneath the seat cushions and voila, you get a bed!
Pottery Barn’s sleeper sofas are designed with comfort in mind. They feature deep, plush cushions and comfortable mattresses, so they’re not only comfortable for lounging, but for sleeping as well.
With so many options available from Pottery Barn, which do you choose? We’ve got a few models that we have deemed “the best” so far (by our standards), so you don’t have to go through the hassle.
Note: This review is for those who love sleeping on their couches.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- PB Comfort Roll Arm Slipcovered Sleeper Sofa
- PB York Slope Arm Deep Seat Slipcovered Side Sleeper *good for tall people*
- PB Pearce Roll Arm Slipcovered Sleeper Sofa with Memory Foam Mattress
1. PB Comfort Roll Arm Slipcovered Sleeper Sofa
Price: (2023) $2,249 – $4,299
| What’s good | What’s not so good |
| Plush & comfortable Cushions are great for lounging | Awkward slipcovers Pottery Barn’s original slipcovers can be hard to fit after washing How to find a slipcover that fits your sofa? |
| Stylish Classic shape that fits into most home decor styles | Seat depth If you like a cocooning couch experience, these seats may not be deep enough for you |
| Slipcoverable You can wash them or change up a new look every season | |
| Holds up well Withstands years of regular use due to strong kiln-dried hardwood frame and joinery |
- Seats up to 3 adults (may vary according to person’s size)
- Sleeps up to 2 adult
- Overall dimension: 86.5″ w x 38.5″ d x 37.5″ h
- Queen mattress: 60″ w x 72″ l x 5″ t
Who is it for: If you have a family with 1-2 small kids, this sofa is just the right size. And when you have guests coming over, turn it into a queen-size bed for them to stay the night. It’s also a great choice if you like a classic sofa in your living room.
Feeling of the first sit: Right when you sit on it, it does feel firm, especially with memory foam cushions. But, if you choose the down blend, it feels softer and more luxurious.
Warranty: Pottery Barn allows a 30-day window for returns, but this does not apply to custom, made-to-order products. There is also no warranty for Pottery Barn furniture.
What we think: The PB Comfort Roll Arm Slipcovered Sleeper sofa has a classic design that would fit in traditional or contemporary spaces, so we’d say it’s pretty flexible. Its soft and supportive cushions are also great for sleeping, especially when you have guests sleeping over for the night. PLUS, if things get messy, you can always remove the slipcovers, give them a wash and slip ‘em back on.
Our more affordable Pottery Barn sofa slipcovers
2. PB York Slope Arm Deep Seat Slipcovered Side Sleeper *good for tall people*
Price (2023): $3,149 – $4,899
| What’s good | What’s not so good |
| Seat depth Deep seating allows you to lounge with your legs off the floor | Easily wrinkled slipcovers May need regular ironing and maintenance |
| Holds up well Withstands years of regular use due to strong kiln-dried hardwood frame and joinery | Cushions are easily squashed Will require daily fluffing |
| Slipcoverable You can wash them or change up a new look every season | Mattress height Low mattress height may mean more pressure on your knees |
| Available in bench seat & multi-seat You’ve got options whether you like the cushions separated or not |
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Seats up to 3 adults (may vary according to person’s size)
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Sleeps up to 2 adults
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Overall dimension: 94.5″ w x 44″ d x 36″ h
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Queen mattress: 60″ w x 80″ l x 5″ t
Who is it for: The size of the sofa is suitable for families with up to 2 children. If you’re looking for something that’s closer to modern than traditional, the PB York Slope Arm Deep Seat Slipcovered Side Sleeper is definitely something you can consider. One good thing about the side sleeper is if your young child happens to fall asleep on the sofa, you can just sleep on the outer side and you won’t be worried about them falling off.
Feeling of the first sit: It’s on the softer side of the scale and the depth could mean that your feet may not be able to touch the ground if you have an average height. Once the mattress is opened up, the height is reduced to 19”, which is significantly closer to the ground.
Warranty: Pottery Barn allows a 30-day window for returns, but this does not apply to custom, made-to-order products. There is also no warranty for Pottery Barn furniture.
What we think: The soft cushion and deep seats make it perfect for lounging. It’s definitely not a sofa that you can sit upright on for serious work mode. It’s more of a laid back sofa that requires you to lay back and relax. When you turn it into a mattress, the firmness of the memory foam makes it decent for sleeping for a night or two.
Things to take note of when ordering from Pottery Barn
3. PB Pearce Roll Arm Slipcovered Sleeper Sofa with Memory Foam Mattress
Price (2023): $2,114 – $3,649
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| What’s good | What’s not so good |
| Available in bench seat & multi-seat You’ve got options whether you like the cushions separated or not | Soft back cushions Back cushions could lose their shape easily and will need frequent fluffing |
| Versatile design Suitable for most kinds of interior, whether traditional or contemporary | |
| Slipcoverable You can wash them or change up a new look every season | |
| Mattress height High mattress height of 38” means there’s less pressure on the knees when getting on the bed. |
- Seats up to 3 adults (may vary according to person’s size)
- Sleeps up to 2 adults
- Overall dimension: 90″ w x 41″ d x 38″ h
- Queen mattress: 60″ w x 72″ l x 5″ t
Who is it for: Families with 1-2 kids and a moderate-sized apartment will find this couch perfect. While it is able to fit the 3 or 4 of you, it also doesn’t take as much space as some of the wider couches out there. If you can’t seem to settle on one end of the spectrum (classic versus contemporary), the PB Pearce Sleeper Sofa is perfect because it sits just right in the middle of both.
Feeling of the first sit: The medium-soft, down-blend wrapped cushions make you want to lounge on them. Furthermore, the deep seat cushions and high seat height makes it great for tall and short people alike who love lounging.
Warranty: Pottery Barn allows a 30-day window for returns, but this does not apply to custom, made-to-order products. There is also no warranty for Pottery Barn furniture.
What we think: We like how versatile its style is, where it can fit within more than one type of interior. The high seat also works for people who don’t want too much pressure on their knees as they bend down to sit on the sofa. The mattress height of the Pearce is the same as the sofa, so it’s easier to get on the mattress as well.
The Pottery Barn sleeper sofas mentioned are available mostly in neutrals but also in darker tones and even a pop of red. Their slipcovers might not be suitable for everyone – take a look at our Pottery Barn sleeper sofa replacement covers.
Things to note when purchasing from Pottery Barn:
- Be prepared to wait months for your new Pottery Barn sleeper sofa especially for the custom-made orders. Customers always speak about the long wait whenever they get a Pottery Barn couch.
Don’t want to wait? Hang on to your sofa with aesthetic slipcovers
- WAIT for Pottery Barn’s sale before you purchase as they always have discounts. For such a huge investment, it’s always good to save a few hundred dollars.