Reviewer: Adrienne Jordan, contributor
Model tested: Rove Concepts Diane Sofa
The details: Contemporary design is the name of the game for Rove Concepts. Founded in 2011 in the Pacific Northwest, Rove Concepts specializes in home furnishings and decor, ranging from dining, office, bedroom, and living room pieces. The products are shipped to your home in easy and mostly assembled form with some slight adjustments to complete the setup. Rove Concepts focuses on high-quality and luxury pieces with distinct attention to detail that starts from raw materials to the completed product. Sofas range from sleeper, modular, sectional, and one-piece models.
Ordering process
Price: How much does it cost? Are there payment plans available?
Get 1 Year of AD for only $49.99 $29.99
Plus, 5 free gifts!SUBSCRIBE NOW
The Diane sofa collection comes in one configuration and size, at a price of $2,499. If you are a Rove Concepts Member, the Diane is $1,799 for all of the colorways except the white and charcoal, which is $1,999. The membership is a $175 annual fee which allows you to get 20% off site-wide as well as early access to sales and promos.
ADVERTISEMENT
What are the upholstery or customization options? Did you choose any?
You can order it in five colors and fabric, which includes white, cream, charcoal, gray, and turquoise. I chose the white Pearl colorway. If you want a custom color, then there are over a dozen shades from which to choose.
What is the lead time for customization, manufacturing, and delivery?
If you’re ordering a sofa in any of the colorways, they’re ready to be shipped in around 2–4 weeks.
Delivery and assembly
What was the delivery process like?
The timing of the delivery was quite efficient. From the time I ordered it to delivery, it was around two weeks. The carrier delivered only one large box that weighed around 140 pounds, so this was not something you want to have to lift and move around yourself if you can help it. I allowed the two delivery personnel to lift, carry downstairs, and place it within my newly remodeled basement.
What was the assembly process like? How long did it take and how many people?
It was easy for me and a friend to unwrap the large box and take the bubble- and Styrofoam-wrapped couch out of its packing materials. We were able to get it unraveled and in its place within less than 20 minutes. There were two matching pillows that came wrapped in the package as well.
After installation
What are the dimensions? How does it fit in your space? Would it be better suited for a different type of home?
The couch is 89.7 inches wide, 37.4 inches deep, and 31.1 inches high. It was a tad fancy for my newly remodeled basement, but it fit perfectly within the sad and empty living area space. My basement is made for two people to live in, so the size was perfect for both of us cozying up with a book or watching the latest Netflix show. Because the basement walls are only around eight feet high, I wanted a couch that wasn’t too overwhelming in the space. My roommate was happy to be able to migrate from hanging out in the dining space to having a formal living area with the Diane. Because it is a long couch, there is no room for any side tables or lamps, just the couch. If you have an average-sized living room, then the Diane would look great accompanied with a stylish floor lamp and some modern end tables.
WATCH
Tesla Model X P100D: AD Test-Drives the World’s Quickest SUV
ADVERTISEMENT
Sit test: Is it comfortable? Does it feel well-made? Does the couch have a tendency to sag?
There is a bit of guilt sitting on such a pristine and luxurious white couch, but the seat and back parts of the couch are actually comfortable as well as stylish. I think the throw pillows could have been a bit bigger in order to have more cushion for leaning up against them, rather than being purely decorative.
Lay test: Is it comfortable? Does it feel well-made? Does the couch have a tendency to sag?
Being over 80 inches in length allows both me (5' 6") and my roommate (5' 8") to stretch out all the way from one end to the other without really having to curl or bunch up. I wouldn’t recommend the couch for an all-nighter because it doesn’t have a ton of give, but it is a solid choice for laying down to watch a movie.
Is the couch suitable for particular decor styles, and if so, which?
The couch would fit well in with contemporary or midcentury-modern decor because of its curved back and elegant lines. The Diane would fit well in a penthouse suite or design-worthy living room due to both its higher price point and attention to detail fabrication.
Is it durable and practical in a modern home? Is the couch kid- and/or dog-friendly?
Depending on the color (the non-white and cream colors), then I would say that the Diane is durable and practical for adults. I love red wine, and I am too nervous to drink it on my white couch as I have a tendency to be clumsy. However, I think the couch would be great for entertaining as a showpiece (while serving white wine and vodka tonics). Because of the high-end bouclé, felt, velvet, and fabrics of the Diane, I couldn’t see children or pets being on the couch and risk dirty hands or spills. However, for busy households, including children, I would recommend the brand’s Accident Protection plan which is $225 per year and protects against rips, stains, drinks, and spills, whether created by children or pets.
What are the care and cleaning instructions? Do you think stains could be easily removed?
The brand doesn’t readily offer cleaning instructions or advice on the website, which leads me to believe the couch is definitely more of a showpiece and should be treated with the utmost care. I believe day-to-day small stains and rubs could be wiped off easily with a felt cloth. After getting water in the basement during an unfortunate flood in recent months, it is clear from bottom up staining that the couch would need to be replaced if you have any major water issues that originate from the ground. I would recommend keeping the couch in a more elevated room, and not the basement, to protect the fine fabrics as much as possible.
Do the photos do this product justice? Was there anything you were surprised to see IRL?
The photos definitely do the sofa justice, and the unit looks the same as it does in the online images.
Would the couch be easy to move to another room? Would it be easy to move to another home?
The couch is one long piece (not modular), so it would be very tough to try to cut the couch at an angle to get past my other door frames. The couch is also heavy (over 100 pounds), so it would also be necessary for at least two people to move it. Because the Diane is such a stunning piece, I would definitely want to take it to my new home, although it would need to be planned out in advance with a large and long truck or van and four strong hands.
Sectional grades
Comfort: A-
Value: B
Delivery and assembly: A
Style: A
Overall couch rating: A