West Elm Harmony Sofa | Review + How to Clean White Couch

PLEASE READ MY UPDATED BLOG POST ABOUT THIS SOFA HERE - meganbellmade.com/blog/2020/9...
I purchased this lovely West Elm Harmony Sofa about 2 years ago and finally decided it needed a thorough cleaning. Check this video tout to see how the couch has held up since I purchased it and also how to clean it!
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[@katrinayocum3732]

This is amazing! Thank you sooooo much! I have this couch and a golden retriever. This couch is a HAIR MAGNET! I’m gonna try your method!

[@MeganBell]

I can’t keep my dog off! She hops right up there as soon as I leave the house! Can’t blame her, it’s pretty comfy

[@djcprice4376]

This was a great video. I paid $1,516.37 for a custom cloud sofa from Mega Furniture USA in Tempe, AZ. What I received was a firm sofa with multiple issues. There's a protruding nail, crooked installed foot, mismatch fabric, a puncture in the upholstery and the pillow height is way too short. After waiting 13 weeks, I received a nightmare and nothing has been done. To make matters worse, they refused to give a refund. Thank you for review. It was very helpful.

[@catherinejassy3579]

Been having this couch for a year now, and i always come back to this video when i need to clean my covers, thank you! 😍 🙏🏼

[@deniseinternoscia4012]

Do you have the performance velvet?

[@catherinejassy3579]

@@deniseinternoscia4012 eco weave oyster as well. Not sure how velvet would clean while also maintaining it's texture, but perhaps taking them to a cleaner, so it'll be professionally cleaned would be best to try keeping its texture. 😖💁🏻 by the way, how is the comfortably in velvet if you do have it?

[@hillaryzanylo7439]

Bless you for making this video! I have the same couch and have been afraid to clean it because I wasn’t sure how the fabric would hold up. This is a game changer! West Elm should compensate you for this wonderfully helpful guide about their product 😉

[@MeganBell]

A girl can dream! So glad it was helpful 💛

[@georgie3523]

Looks really good. Tfs Have a wonderful evening 🌼

[@MeganBell]

Georgie Walters thank you for the love you always leave! ❤️

[@sofaselector9066]

Great sofa cleaning tips! Thanks for addressing this. It can be tricky to keep our favorite loungers clean.

[@nic9972]

extra deep or standard?

[@sandrag5528]

Helpful thanks ❤️

[@PattymacMakes]

That's good to know about their furniture. So much stuff doesn't hold up, but this looks really good. Looking forward to seeing it in person on Sunday!! 😀

[@MeganBell]

Pattymac Knits thank you! We’ve been really pleased with our items from there. Quality could be a little better for the price on certain things, I’ll be honest. But we always wait for a big sale to buy something if we’ve had our eye on it and are always pleased. Remind me to tell you the story about our sheets from there though!! 😂

[@PattymacMakes]

Bell and Cotton OK!! HA HA!!! yeah furniture is very hit or miss it seems to me. My couch is from Pier One and it's held up better than the chair we got a Grand Furniture. Both are pretty ratty looking at this point, but new furniture is not on the list at this point. ❤️

[@MeganBell]

Pattymac Knits Pier one makes decent stuff! And I had a couch from grand years ago that was great for what I payed for it. But most of the nicer items that we have are either vintage and well made or they’re from restoration hardware. Most companies do not make quality, solid items anymore. It’s really a shame.

[@PattymacMakes]

Bell and Cotton Truer words were never spoken! I am so shocked and disappointed by the offerings in the stores. And it's all pretty expensive to be so cheap. I bought a box spring for my bed a couple months ago because I was tired of sleeping on the floor. I ordered one from Walmart that I had to put together. All 10 slats were too long!! Fortunately my neighbor has wood working tools so he trimmed them all down to size. But that was $100 and I had to do all the labor on it. Still, I'm so happy to be in a normal bed set up again. Two years on the floor was enough. I was experimenting with tiny house life, and I don't think the whole loft and mattress on the floor thing is gonna work for me now. 🤣😂🤣😂

[@MeganBell]

Pattymac Knits hahahaha even in my thirty two years I’m realizing comfort is EVERYTHING!! That’s terrible that box spring came like that. I would have had to take it back! That’s ridiculous. Good thing for your neighbor!

[@debbyccr3865]

Hi Megan. Thank you for this video. I have a West Elm oatmeal color in their performance fabric, is that the same fabric as your couch? Our dog has thrown up in between the cushions, the stain has come out for the most part, but the smell is still there. Thx!

[@mandabri23]

What are the dimensions of the Harmony accent pillow (lumbar and side arm pillows)? If I get this sofa, I’m thinking about covering the ones that come with it instead of buying more throw pillows. Thanks!

[@christinaprez1688]

What type of fabric is your sofa. I have the harmony modular in distressed alabaster velvet and wary on cleaning it but it needs a good clean.

[@katherinemendez3826]

Hey, what is the color you chose and the seat depth you chose? I'm looking to purchase this exact couch and am doing research as this is an expensive investment. (Thank you!)

[@exbuff72]

Thanks for the reassurance. I am going to wash my cushion covers.

[@DeeDee-yp2mc]

cant tell from the video, is this the white performance washed canvas? or some alabaster?

[@kimberlystover5661]

Thanks for sharing this video! Extremely helpful. I just got this couch, but it was only available in a sleeper. It’s much stiffer than the one in the store. I was hoping I could see the bottom cushions in your video. Do you know if yours are just down filled or is there a memory foam slab? We are worried it won’t get comfier with time.

[@MeganBell]

Hey Kimberly! I’m not sure on the differences between the couch we have and the sleeper, but yes our bottom cushions are a big slab of memory foam. The pillows are down filled. I think it has relaxed quite a bit. I was worried about it relaxing too much and getting slouchy looking, but it has softened just enough. We’ve had it for about 2/3 years now.

[@kelseysmith7392]

Hey! Thank you for this video! Im definitely buying that brush! I am so in between couches. I am nervous about the plush couches eventually caving in and seeing where we sit more often or having fabric loosen to where there are little "waves". Does this couch come with that relaxed look already or is it from the 'wear and tear'? Thank you again!

[@MeganBell]

Kelsey, it definitely has a more relaxed look as it comes which I loved because I didn’t have to worry about wear. I had a couch years ago that after one year you could see where we all normally sat 🤦🏼‍♀️ I’ve had this west elm couch a few years ago and it looks the same as when I bought it.

[@synonymsforluxury5453]

What fabric and color combo for you get?

[@meganovski]

Hi Megan! I'm a Megan too ;) I so appreciate you making this video! I am on the west elm website right now trying to order this sofa, and I see Yarn Dyed Linen Weave Alabastar. Is this the color you got? I know you mentioned it has changed names since you bought it but I think this is the same one. Also, did you get the Performance fabric? I saw another KZbin video of someone highly recommending performance fabric just due to wear and tear over the years. I appreciate any help!!! Thank you!

[@euniceherrig1413]

Hi, what fabric did you order for your couch?

[@JosueACastillo619]

How do you clean the sides (inside n outer) part of the couch that doesn’t come off ?

[@MeganBell]

I just use a little warm water and dish soap. I have made the mistake of setting my coffee cup on the arms a few times and it came right out! Amazing.

[@melaniechoi9345]

Hi! Love the video, thank you so much for making this! super helpful and definitely getting the brush. Just curious, did you have a good experience with shipping and were there any issues receiving your couch? I’ve just heard so many horror stories with west elm. Thank you!

[@MeganBell]

Not a bit, it arrived on time and they even brought it up to our second floor and put it together for us. West Elm is fantastic, I have a bed from them, several sheets, rugs and curtains. They've been great about returns, delivery and customer service in general. I also did an updated blog post about this couch that may have some additional info for you. meganbellmade.com/blog/2020/9/17/our-super-kid-pet-friendly-white-couch-a-review-of-west-elms-harmony-sofa

[@tirzahpayne7485]

Do you know what fabric option you got? Just curious how some different fabrics hold up. I am looking at the eco weave fabric. Thanks!

[@MeganBell]

Tirzah Payne I know the color is oyster and it’s the eco weave as well. I’m super impressed with how this holds up and cleans up! Especially with a baby on the way.

[@ChanceTaylor13]

Bell and Cotton it’s beautiful!!!!

[@anotherunboxingchannelasmr7920]

@@MeganBell how is the couch now? WE couches haven’t had the best reviews!

[@KDChafin]

Do feathers poke out or come out? Ty

[@Ashley-ug3xi]

Wow thank you for making this video!! Ordered this exact color. Did you air dry the covers?

[@catherineim2431]

How do you like the couch? What is the color that you ordered?

[@Ashley-ug3xi]

@@catherineim2431 just spot cleaned it today!! I wish I got a warmer color but I think I need to add in a few darker pillows to solve for that. Other than that we love it - I vacuum it and folex once a week for upkeep

[@user-xq7nz7rh3g]

its west elm harmony sofa. i am glad u posted this video. I want to ask you 1 question, how u rate this safa on scale of 10 on 2 parametres: a) looks 2) comfort

[@katherinekoch7416]

What do you use for spot cleaning? I have the same couch and chocolate stains are impossible to get out!

[@MeganBell]

I put my covers in the washer!

[@peterking9943]

What fabric and color is on your couch?

[@johnpenta8593]

What color is the fabric thanks

[@ashleytillman9975]

How did you dry the covers? Do they hold up well in the dryer? I’m trying to make sure it’s worth the investment with two dogs.

[@MeganBell]

No problem with the dryer, I just use extra low setting and they dry very quickly. No shrinking!

[@1977fala]

How do you like this sectional? I want to get the sofa. Is it worth it ? How are the back pillows? Do they keep their shape?

[@MeganBell]

Oddly enough I have an entire video about this couch! kzbin.info/www/bejne/i2aci52sbpWmn7s

[@maryksepe7328]

Can you please tell me if this is the 112w or 118w? Thank you so much!

[@MeganBell]

118!

[@catherineng3312]

I have exactly the same couch, and had not washed it all at. Now I think I should try cleaning it at home. Thanks for this video. What’s the washing machine setting did you use ?

[@MeganBell]

I have used hot/cold with no issues. I always dry on extra low though.

[@tesciadeak]

Hey there, was this the eco-weave fabric? I haven't washed it because west elm said no machine wash on this fabric but this method seems to work great!

[@MeganBell]

Yes! It’s the eco weave! Dry on extra low if possible

[@amyn1397]

what is the fabric u bought

[@phanithach7986]

I have been hard core searching for a couch and thanks to this video I think I'm sold on the Harmony! I know you mentioned standard size, but I'm on their website and it only states Large or Small size, so does the small equate to your standard size??

[@MeganBell]

I believe it does! The large would personally be a bit much. The standard or small is plenty of space.

[@cherryg.3042]

What kind of fabric did you get for your couch? I have a cat and he sheds A LOT

[@MeganBell]

It’s the eco weave in oyster.

[@stenjoki1]

Hey, I am thinking of buying this sofa and was wondering whether it has pilled at all for you?

[@MeganBell]

3ish years later and I swear this sofa looks the same as when I brought it home. No pilling and I’ve washed the covers several times.

[@sarahstoher8190]

Trying to decide on which color of this couch to get. Is the oyster color cream or closer to white? Thank you! This was super helpful!!!

[@MeganBell]

It actually is neither. It is very much like the inside of an oyster shell. So it has a touch of gray to it.

[@sarahstoher8190]

Megan Bell Thank you!!

[@taidan5785]

I have the distressed velvet light taupe, it's beautiful. I'm here because my 2 yr old nephew peed on it and I need to clean it😔

[@ashleydecook9201]

What fabric is this?

[@BookLioness]

Hi Megan. Thank you for doing this video. I didn't see anywhere in the comments: is the eco weave soft? We are wanting to get this couch, but do not want a fabric that is itchy/scratchy or rough like a burlap or canvas. Thank you in advance!

[@MeganBell]

It is definitely soft! We love it

[@lathomasbrimm]

Is this the performance fabric? Im trying to compare it to Restoration Hardwares Perennial Performance fabric

[@MeganBell]

This is the ecoweave. It’s made from recycled plastic bottles actually. Not sure how it compares to RH

[@catherinelockinger2975]

Hello! Thank you for sharing this! Looking at getting one of these couches myself, and trying to pick the fabric and the size (we have a pup too!). Would you please share which fabric you chose here and what the true dimensions of your couch are? Did you get the extra depth? Thanks for your help!

[@sid3986]

Catherine Lockinger Did you end up getting one? How is yours holding up? I have the distressed velvet extra depth on order, will have to wait forever it seems.

[@rebeccacope4361]

I was wondering - Is your couch the standard or extra deep? Thanks

[@MeganBell]

Rebecca Cope standard! 👌🏻

[@rebeccacope4361]

@@MeganBell Thanks! We have been searching for a couch for over a year and I finally settled on the Harmony. We have had a sectional for years and decided to go with a standard couch this time around. I still want to be able to "lounge", though. I'm just not sure if the extra deep would be obnoxiously deep. Do you feel like the standard is still lounge-worthy?

[@MeganBell]

Rebecca Cope standard is PLENTY deep. My husband and I can lay side by side on it comfortably which is kind of unheard of for a regular couch. I think you’d be happy with the standard as it’s already deeper than most couches. This is definitely a lounging couch! But I love that it still looks modern and sophisticated.

[@rebeccacope4361]

@@MeganBell Thanks so much for the feedback!!

[@nikkicolburn8597]

Bell and Cotton I have the extra deep and it’s basically a twin bed in the living room, which is exactly what I wanted!!! But if you’re not prepared for that size standard is prob better :)

[@amodamin]

Hi Megan, could you please tell us if your sofa is a standard size or extra deep? I am really interested in buying this sofa and don't know which size to choose. I loved your video and I liked the size you have.

[@MeganBell]

Hi! I have the standard and really don’t see a need for the extra deep as the standard is already very deep in my opinion! Good luck 💛

[@amodamin]

@@MeganBell Thank you for the suggestion and I am very excited to buy my new couch!

[@michellem3315]

Is the oyster color a pure white, or is it an off white ?

[@MeganBell]

It’s an off slightly grayish white. It’s not stark white and it’s not cream. Very much like the color of the inside of an oyster shell.

[@marymason978]

Wow so FAB..what color and what is the name of the fabric you purchased from West Elm? ..I'm thinking about ordering either the Shelter or the Harmony sofa and will need 2 for home living room so want to get it right

[@MeganBell]

Thanks! The color of ours is oyster

[@maggieyang3833]

could you please tell me what color and fabric is that?

[@efroggys]

I think she said its the eco weave, probably in like white something

[@gsba4040]

Hi Megan can you share the fabric color and texture of your couch?

[@MeganBell]

oyster in ecoweave

[@lovebeingkatie3108]

can you tell me the fabric name? thanks

[@MeganBell]

I don’t remember the type of fabric, but the color is oyster.

[@deniseinternoscia4012]

Is it the performance velvet?

[@nicolesuedbeck-robinson1830]

Did you air dry or put in the dryer?

[@MeganBell]

dryer on low

[@mareikekania]

Do you remember what fabric and color this is? They have so many options.

[@ethanhouser415]

eco weave is oyster i believe

[@Vicburmester]

@@ethanhouser415 I think they have a few eco weaves but this does look like oyster. I hope so because I ordered it. Lol

[@MeganBell]

Yes ecoweave in oyster

[@maec7]

Oh my gosh!!! So glad I found someone who is happy with this couch! My husband and I fell in love with the Harmony when we went to our local West Elm last week and sat in it. SO COMFY! There aren’t many reviews online and all I’ve heard are the negatives... I was almost scared off! Your video makes me feel so much better about getting it and keeping it clean! Did you order yours online or were you able to purchase in store? I’ve heard horror stories about their customer service...😳 Just curious of your experience!

[@MeganBell]

Mae Crowell I was lucky and they had the exact one I wanted in store so we were able to have it home the same day we went in to buy it. It took me three months to convince my husband of this couch and he loves it more than I do I think! It’s so deep and comfy and I’m really impressed with it after two years. The ONLY negative feedback I have is that you need to be very careful of the legs. They’re these wooden beams that have a veneer of some sort over them and it chips very easily so just be careful when you’re setting it up or moving it.

[@maec7]

Bell and Cotton thank you for your reply - seriously makes me feel much more confident in getting it! As far as the legs go, thanks for the warning! I wonder if they’d be easy to change out if something bad happened to them..? I might see if there any in our local West Elm’s inventory or if they will be getting any! I think the more I research, the more I feel like going the same route as you and purchasing in store! Thanks again!

[@MeganBell]

Mae Crowell no problem! I love mine and it’s way cheaper than the cloud at restoration and way better quality than a white ikea couch! As far as the legs go, the placement of the screw holes make it seem likely you could replace them, but mine are in great shape! I’ve moved the couch once and didn’t have any damage. However the store display had damage and one review online mentioned them damaging easily. I would just be cautious when or if you move them. They are hidden under the couch so shouldn’t receive any wear unless you were to move the couch. Good luck!!👍🏻

[@uwack23]

Hi Mae - Did you end up getting the couch? My wife and I plan on getting this couch in grey (since we have a toddler) during Labor Day.

[@laurenirwin4599]

I have this couch and I have had trouble stuffing the largest cushions back in. They look lumpy because of the down topper. How did you fix this issue for yours?

[@MeganBell]

I don’t have this issue, personally. I’m sorry you’re experiencing that. My cushions go in easily and fluff out easily. I wonder if they’ve changed something about this couch since I’ve purchased it. I wish you luck!

[@mayw2200]

What fabric is the sofa? Mine is Polypropylene from west elm as well. It says Spot Clean. But it’s white (Bermuda Natural) and very dirty! I don’t know what to do 🙈 Dawn, diluted peroxide, oxyclean? Thank you!

[@MeganBell]

Mine says spot clean as well and I’ve shown you in the video how I clean mine.

[@mayw2200]

Megan Bell thank you so much!!! 🙏❤️🥰

[@shashelle1]

Is that the deeper seat or standard?

[@MeganBell]

Standard

[@shashelle1]

I bought this just now. Is this a small or large? I bought the large.

[@tiffanygeorge7438]

Support-wise do you feel like this is still super good? I scrolled through the comments and it sounds like the couch is pretty good but this old lady needs some support. Our current couch is on the fritz and tends to hurt my back. Looking for a good one that will hold up but dang that price 🙈. I guess you are paying for that west elm quality?

[@MeganBell]

I will say that West Elm quality seems to vary, but I have been SUPER happy with this couch. Especially over some of my nicer, more expensive Restoration Hardware furniture that hasn't held up nearly as well and gets way less use. The Harmony is just SO cozy. But the one thing you may consider when choosing this couch is the height. We chose it because it is low, modern and a perfect height for having small children. However, it may be difficult to get in and out of for older or larger people. We haven't ever had any issues with our guests and that does include some elderly and larger folk, but it is something to consider.

[@sharicec7068]

How has it held up since this video? I have this couch and bought it pre baby and its stains galore now.

[@MeganBell]

Have you tried washing your covers? Also spot treating with blue dawn dish soap works wonders

[@MeganBell]

Also mine is pristine still. It’s been 4 years and I just wrote a blog post about it over on my website meganbellmade.com

[@sharicec7068]

I’m too afraid I think i will take it to the dry cleaners. Mine is different fabric so I’m hesitant to put it in the wash. But maybe i can try it with one of the smaller pillows.

[@MeganBell]

That’s what I did. I tested the smallest pillows first and they came out great! Good luck!

[@mikolhoffman787]

Sharice - I am seriously thinking of buying, what fabric did you get that stains galore? Would want to avoid that!

[@swayskeeet]

How is the couch holding up now?

[@MeganBell]

meganbellmade.com/blog/2020/9/17/our-super-kid-pet-friendly-white-couch-a-review-of-west-elms-harmony-sofa

[@misterscruffle]

how has it held up now in 2020?

[@MeganBell]

Wonderful, still looks brand new to me!

[@MrDrowzee123]

What material is that ?

[@MeganBell]

ecoweave in oyster.

[@mindyminto6770]

Does the chaise have a seam right thru the middle (running horizontal)?

[@MeganBell]

The chaise doesn’t have a seam at all.

[@uwack23]

I think it just needs to be fluffed a little

[@alisa9903]

Please let me know which fabric and color did you choose 😊

[@1977fala]

Do you remember the fabric and color on your sofa ?

[@MeganBell]

Color is oyster, not sure of the fabric.

[@nic9972]

which fabric is this>?

[@nic9972]

@meganbell what is the fabric?

[@MeganBell]

Eco weave in oyster

[@nic9972]

@@MeganBell Thanks. Looks slightly greyish, so more options with color than white i assume?

[@MeganBell]

@@nic9972 from far away it looks white. But up close the fabric has threads of gray and taupe as well so it really does blend with anything.

[@nic9972]

@@MeganBell so cool and great vid. Thank you

[@mrs.debrie4049]

Do you still own this couch??

[@MeganBell]

I do. And it’s still in new condition

[@jordanaeadams9095]

Could you do an UPDATE

[@MeganBell]

I can tell you nothing has changed. My couch is still lovely and hasn’t begun to sag or anything. I clean it the same as I always have.

[@jordanaeadams9095]

@@MeganBell Perfect thank you!!!

[@fadhilseptiawan2476]

A+++++++

[@AK-om1zt]

This looks very lumpy. Doesn't look like that in the store.

[@MeganBell]

LOL!

[@NRIHusband]

Do not buy the West ELM harmony sofa. Their cushion loose shape within a month and you will need to fill it with poly fiber

[@MeganBell]

It sounds like you enjoy a more of structured sofa. There’s nothing wrong with the harmony. It’s just more of a relaxed, comfy style.

[@lisachuck999]

maybe adjust the camera angle so that we are not looking up into your nose, just a thought ..........

[@lisachuck999]

You're welcome. Some viewers tend to avoid extending a "heads up" from the other side. For me, I would rather know than not know. Otherwise, kudos.

[@TT-nh2od]

You're zooming into your face too much

[@rosalindjaime3198]

What fabric is that?