Couch surfing in North Edmonton

A couch is one of the most important pieces of furniture in your home. It’s where you sit to visit with friends, binge-watch Netflix and take Sunday afternoon naps. A good couch will set a stylish tone in your sitting room and could potentially be part of your decor for many years. When you’re buying a couch look for good construction, upholstery material you can maintain and something that is sized nicely to match your room.

By Jennifer Lavallee

Urban Barn

1

13620 137 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 5G6

• Phone Number
  • 780-475-0650Primary
• Directions

Though the selection of couches is small at this store, a stop at Urban Barn is definitely still worth it. Customers can shop for custom design pieces, trendy furniture and home accessories too. While you’re here, you can also find fun and chic interior design items that will give your home a feeling of luxury and a sense of wow factor.

Mobler Furniture

2

13519 156 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5V 1R9

• Phone Number
  • 780-444-1199Primary
• Directions

Located beside Scandia Furniture, Mobler’s store is a big, open showroom that aims to offer customers “modern made affordable.” The couches you find here are contemporary in style with clean design. Smaller pieces are also available at Mobler, perfect for apartments and cozy-sized homes.

Leon's Furniture & Appliances Warehouse & Showroom

3

13730 140 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6V 1J8

• Phone Number
  • 780-456-4455Primary
• Directions

We all know Leon’s - this popular store has been selling furniture since the turn of the 20th century. If you’re looking for couches, Leon’s has many to pick from: sofas, love seats, oversized chairs, pull-out couches, sectionals and futons (in pretty much any material you desire). If you can’t make it out to their north-end location, Leon’s has on-line shopping available, as well.

Scandia Furniture

4

13513 156 St, Edmonton, AB T5V 1R9

• Phone Number
  • 780-483-4949Primary
• Directions

A big, bright showroom and helpful salespeople will greet you when you arrive at Scandia Furniture, just off 156 Street. This store sells high-end Scandinavian furniture; their couches are sleek and modern, and feature geometric design. The store boasts couches built with classic-style craftsmanship and maximum comfort.

Furniture Alley

5

13335 146 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4S8

• Phone Number
  • 780-482-2331Primary
• Directions

A family-owned furniture store, Furniture Alley is the place to shop if you’re looking to find hidden gems and unique pieces. The store is tucked away, just off St. Albert Trail, and offers customers a wide range of options for living room, bedroom and kitchen furniture. You can usually find a great deal on couches when shopping at Furniture Alley.

Konto Furniture

6

13030 St Albert Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4Y6

• Phone Number
  • 780-488-6494Primary
• Directions

Located beside Sofa Land, Konto has a smaller selection of couches but is still worth checking out. Konto’s claim to fame is their super helpful and knowledgable staff; they will help you track down whatever you’re looking for. You can find Canadian made furniture here, as well as custom design pieces.

Sofa Land

7

13030 St Albert Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T5L 4Y6

• Phone Number
  • 780-488-9200Primary
• Directions

If you’re shopping for a couch on the north end of Edmonton, this store is the natural first place to start - with a name like ‘Sofa Land,’ you know you’re going to find a number of good options. Whether you’re looking for a classic style, something modern, leather, micro-suede, a sectional, a pull-out or something really unique, Sofa Land is the place to find it.

Yvonnes Furniture Inc

8

12938 St Albert Trail Nw, Edmonton, AB T5L 4H6

• Phone Number
  • 780-702-2111Primary
• Directions

Yvonne’s Furniture offers customers a shopping experience in a family-owned store that prides itself on good customer service and affordable prices. When shopping for a couch at Yvonne’s, you can find Canadian-made products and a good variety of options (in terms of style and upholstery). Custom design pieces are also available.

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