Unboxing Comfort: My Hands‑On Review of a Compressed Memory Foam Sofa
Over the past five years of testing furniture for my home blog, I’ve watched one trend rise like crazy in both mattresses and sofas: compressed shipping. The idea’s simple — the manufacturer squeezes all the air out, rolls or folds the product, and seals it so it can arrive in a manageable box. You cut it open, it expands, and suddenly you have a full‑size piece of furniture in your living room.
I recently brought in a compressed memory foam sofa to see if it could match the feel and durability of a traditional store-bought couch. Spoiler: the experience is fun, but there are some details you’ll want to know before you order one.