Design lovers and craftsmen rejoice—Inside Weather has the most custom product out there (probably too many options tbh). They seem to be the only brand actually producing in America and have impressive sustainability initiatives and materials across their catalog (e.g. The water bottle sofa).
Made In: ★★★★★
Sustainability: ★★★★★
Starting Sofa Price: ★★★★★
See in-person?: ☆☆☆☆☆
Upholstery: ★★★★★
Customization: ★★★★★
Comfort: ★★★★☆
Modularity: ★★★★★
Lead Times: ★★★★☆
Financing: ★★★★★
Shipping & Delivery: ★★★★☆
Assembly: ★★★☆☆
Return Policy: ★★★★☆
Home Trial: ★★★★★
Warranty: ★★★☆☆
Nice product, attention to detail and they offer the customization elements you’re looking for. All made overseas though so expect to wait a really long time for your order and if something is wrong, expect to wait all over again.
Made In: ★★★☆☆
Sustainability: ★☆☆☆☆
Starting Sofa Price: ★★★★☆
See in-person?: ★★★★★
Upholstery: ★★★★☆
Customization: ★★★★☆
Comfort: ★★★★★
Modularity: ★★★☆☆
Lead Times: ★☆☆☆☆
Financing: ★★★★☆
Shipping & Delivery: ★★★★☆
Assembly: ★★★★★
Return Policy: ★★★★☆
Home Trial: ☆☆☆☆☆
Warranty: ★★★★★
California, USA
"Inside Weather believes that shopping for furniture should be modern, personal and accessible—so we made it that way. Order it online, customize every detail, and have it delivered to your door in days. Assemble it in minutes, and enjoy it for years. No showrooms, markups, or heavy-lifting required."
Sofas, sectionals, chairs, accessories
• Designed & Made in the USA
• Quick Ship Custom
• 365 Day Home Trial
• Sustainable Furniture / Carbon Negative initiatives
China, Vietnam
"We couldn’t believe how challenging it was to find a high-quality sofa that’s customizable to fit your style and space. So we created a better way to shop for one.
Our customizable furniture experience puts you in the designer’s seat—not the other way around. And now, we’ve expanded our approach to tables, rugs, and lighting."
Living, Dining, Office, Rugs, Lighting, Decor
• Custom made, not pre-made
• 60-Day Returns
• Oeko-Tex® Certified Fabrics
• They have OEKO-TEX Certified Fabrics
• 100% recycled down alternative in their sofas that upcycles 200+ plastic water bottles per sofa
• Their solid wood and Baltic birch plywood are FSC & SFC Certified.
• For packaging, they use biodegradable, renewable foam, which is made of renewable sugar-based contents,
• Their boxes are made from upcycled cardboard
• For every order placed, two trees are planted via the National Forest Foundation.
• TSCA Title VI Compliance
• Eco-Certified Composite standards
Oeko-Tex certified fabric, but no other mention of sustainability efforts or goals.
Pros:
• Made in the United States
• The most customizable
• Plenty of upholstery options
• Free swatches
• Chaise on sectionals can go on both sides
• More affordable price from direct competitors
• Impressive sustainability initiatives
• Lead times are shorter than most brands, though still long
Cons:
• A lot of customization options might be difficult for some to navigate
• Good amount of reviews
• Some negative reviews on delays, but common for a lot of brands
Pros:
• Classic and modern silhouettes
• A lot of upholstery types to choose from
• Unique collaborations
• Can choose length of sofa and opt for different sizes of the same style
• Has sleeper sofas
Cons:
• VERY long lead times
• Lots of upholstery types but not many bold colors
• If you decide to return, you will only get 50% of your money back
• No home trial
$1,398
$1,595
Total # of Swatches: 110+
# of Upholstery Types: 20
Material Features:
• Performance
• Pet & Kid Friendly
• Liquid Repellent
• Commercial
• Oeko-Tex® Certified
Overall, a wide variety of color options and not just your typical grays/browns. Nice variety of textures as well.
Inside Weather allows you to customize most features of their sofas.
Bondi Collection:
• Upholstery
• Wood finishes
• Cushion comfort
• Configuration
Custom Sofa Collection:
• Upholstery
• Wood/metal finishes
• Pillow/cushion shape,
• Leg style
• Tufting
• Arm style
• Cushion comfort
• Configuration
They have by far the most customization out of all brands we've looked at, so if you want a ton of control, take a look at their options.
Total # of Swatches: 100+
# of Upholstery Types: 26+
Material Features Available:
• Dog-friendly: Durable and tightly woven to resist snagging. Easy to clean from shedding.
• Cat-friendly: Durable and tightly woven to stand up to sharp claws. Easy to clean fine hairs.
• Kid-friendly: Made with safe materials, easy to clean, and extra durable.
• Performance: Stain-resistant, easy to clean, and built for heavy traffic.
• Oeko-Tex® Certified: Carefully tested to be free of anything harmful.
Overall, a wide variety of color options and not just your typical grays/browns. Nice variety of textures as well.
100+ fabrics, can choose from multiple lengths, depths, and configurations, 20+ leg options, seat cushion styles & fill
• Deluxe Memory Foam Blend - sink-in comfort
• Classic Plush Blend - firm yet cushy
Even though you can purchase either cushion type for both the Bondi Collection and the Custom Sofa Collection, the Bondi sofa cushions are 12 inches deep where as the Custom sofa cushions are 6 inches deep.
So we rank the Bondi as having more overall comfort because of it's above average depth.
At least 2 options per sofa collection, need to pay more for reversible cushions. Uses down on most sofas by default so need to pay more for down alternative. Review each sofa collection for specifics.
The chaise on sectionals can be put on either side so you can change it at any time and don't have to worry about choosing the side upon purchase.
Their Bondi Collection allows you to remove the arms or back panels to then turn say a 3-seater sofa into a 2-seater sofa with a chaise.
They have 2 sofa collections that are modular, with storage options. Can buy pieces individually to create your own layout, or buy a set and rearrange as you please, though arms/backs are not removable
• Removable cushion covers
• Pillows and cushions are reversible
• Air-mesh interior covers -- breathable material adding durability
• Throw pillows and bolsters available
Add on:
• Sleeper sofas
• Storage seats/ottomans
• Throw pillows
• Extra set of legs
• Buy Now, Decide Later: Order the configuration while you wait for your fabric swatches to arrive. Once your swatches arrive, you have 30 days to select a fabric.
Made to Order in 4-6 weeks
• Free shipping over $1500, $8-$120 for orders below.
• Items ship flatpack in easy to manage boxes.
• White Glove Delivery available in select zip codes.
Tools (including drill!) included. 15 -45 minutes to assemble depending on configuration & options
Return Policy:
Within first 14 days: free return shipping, 15% environmental fee
Up to 365 days: Must pay for return shipping, 25% environmental fee
Home Trial:
Yes, 365 days but have to pay for return shipping and an environmental fee
One year warranty on furniture against manufacturing defects applicable to the original owner effective from the date of delivery.
Ships out within 6-7 months.
In-home delivery service: flat rate of $189. Delivery team will carry to your home, unwrap, assemble, clean up.
Quick ship: small selection ready to ship same day and arrive in 2-3 weeks.
Hold: Orders that are required to be held at a local distribution center for more than 14 days incur a weekly charge of $39
Missed delivery: a fee of $100
Delivery team will carry to your home, unwrap, assemble, clean up.
Return Policy:
Made-to-order items can be returned within 60 days of delivery. Returns will incur a 50% processing fee. Exchanges incur a 25% fee. Shipping is not refundable. Only one return or exchange is allowed per order. Someone will pick up sofa from your home.
Home Trial: None
10 years warranty, applicable to the original owner and original delivery address only. Warranty guarantees that the frame and suspension system of its sofas and chairs will be free from manufacturer’s defects for up to 10 years. Includes structural damages, but not damages from use. Will not cover modifications made to the structure by the customer, including installation of third party legs
