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Ideas & buying guides for Kenyan homes

Straight answers on sizes, fabrics, care and value — written by the team that makes and delivers your furniture.

Solid Hardwood Panel Bed Frame

10 November 2026

Termites protection for wooden furniture

Protect wooden furniture from termites and borers with varnish or polyurethane coatings.

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Solid Hardwood Panel Bed Frame

8 November 2026

Mahogany furniture authenticity

Bobby Furniture Kenya offers genuine mahogany and mvule wood options for custom furniture pieces.
Solid Hardwood Panel Bed Frame

7 November 2026

Solid wood vs MDF furniture in Kenya

Solid wood furniture generally lasts longer than MDF furniture in Kenya.
The 2-Seater Slate Grey Fluted Velvet Sofa is a compact sofa with a slate grey velvet upholstery featuring a fluted pattern, designed to seat two people.

6 November 2026

Reupholster or Buy New Sofa

Consider re-upholstering your old sofa or buy a new one from Bobby Furniture Kenya.
The 2-Seater Slate Grey Fluted Velvet Sofa is a small, two-person sofa with a smooth, grey velvet covering and a textured, fluted pattern on its upholstery.

5 November 2026

Sofa Sagging Solutions

Sofa sagging can be caused by worn out padding or springs and can be fixed by replacing them.
The sofa is a 2-seater with a slate grey colour and a fluted velvet upholstery, giving it a soft and textured appearance.

3 November 2026

Sofa colour hides dirt best in Kenya

Darker colours hide dirt best on a sofa in Kenya. A sofa's material, such as leather or fabric, can also impact its ability to hide dirt, as noted on.
The sofa is a 2-seater with a slate grey velvet upholstery that has a fluted texture, giving it a soft and luxurious appearance.

2 November 2026

Stain removal from fabric sofas

Remove stains from fabric sofas with care to avoid damaging materials.
The 2-Seater Slate Grey Fluted Velvet Sofa is a compact sofa with a slate grey velvet upholstery featuring a fluted pattern, designed to seat two people.

31 October 2026

Sofa beds for nightly sleeping comfort

Sofa beds can be comfortable for sleeping every night depending on the mattress quality.
The sofa is a two-seater with a slate grey velvet upholstery featuring a fluted pattern, giving it a soft and textured appearance.

30 October 2026

Leather vs Leatherette Sofas in Kenya

Leather sofas generally last longer than leatherette sofas. Leather can be used to make a variety of items, including furniture, and lasts for decades, as.
The Espresso Semi-Recliner Style Sofa Suite is a furniture set with a dark brown color, reclining functions, and a stylish design, priced at KSh 110,000.

29 October 2026

Semi-Recliner Sofas Worth the Money

Semi-recliner sofas offer comfort and versatility at various price points.
The sofa is a two-seater with a slate grey velvet upholstery featuring a fluted pattern, and has a compact design suitable for small spaces.

28 October 2026

Chesterfield sofa for Kenyan homes

Bobby Furniture Kenya explains what a chesterfield sofa is and its practicality for Kenyan homes.
The 2-Seater Slate Grey Fluted Velvet Sofa is a small sofa with a grey velvet upholstery and a fluted pattern, designed to seat two people.

26 October 2026

Sofa sizes for bedsitters

Bobby Furniture Kenya offers compact sofas for bedsitters and one-bedroom houses in Nairobi.
Luxury Plush Beige Fabric Family Sofa Set

25 October 2026

Measuring for L-Shaped Sofas

Measure your living room to fit an L-shaped sofa considering room dimensions and sofa size.

16 October 2026

5 by 6 vs 6 by 6 Bed in Kenya: Size, Room and Price Compared

Should you buy a 5x6 or a 6x6 bed? Compare mattress sizes in cm, the room each needs and real prices in Kenya, so you pick the right bed the first time.

16 October 2026

Chester Bed vs Bubble Bed in Kenya: Look, Comfort and Price

Chesterfield (chester) bed or bubble bed? Compare the look, comfort, cleaning and real prices in Kenya before you choose your next bed.

16 October 2026

L-Shaped Sofa vs 3+2+1 Sofa Set in Kenya: Which to Buy?

L-seat or a 3+2+1 sofa set? Compare seats, space, price and comfort for Kenyan living rooms, with real prices from our Nairobi workshop.
Teal velvet button-tufted 4-seater chesterfield sofa

9 October 2026

How to Tell a Good-Quality Sofa in Kenya: Frame, Foam, Fabric and Finish

Five checks that separate a sofa that lasts 10+ years from one that sags in months: the frame wood, the foam, the springs, the fabric and the workmanship — with questions to ask any Kenyan seller.
Royal blue 3-seater sofa handmade in Kenya

9 October 2026

Locally Made vs Imported Furniture in Kenya: Why Kenyan-Made Is the Smarter, More Luxurious Choice

Locally made vs imported furniture in Kenya compared on materials, durability, fit, comfort, repairs, lifetime cost and true luxury, and why bespoke Kenyan-made furniture wins on almost every count.
Solid wood bed with built-in nightstands

9 October 2026

Mvule vs Mahogany vs Cypress: Which Wood Is Best for Furniture in Kenya?

Comparing the three most common furniture woods in Kenya — mvule, mahogany and cypress — for strength, termite resistance, looks and price, and which to choose for sofas, beds and dining tables.
Grey plush L-shaped sofa with sausage pillows

9 October 2026

High-Density Foam, Memory Foam, Springs or Fibre? Choosing Sofa Cushions in Kenya

What's inside your sofa decides how comfortable it is and how long it keeps its shape. Compare high-density foam, memory foam, springs and fibre cushions, and which combination to choose.
Solid wood bed with built-in nightstands

8 October 2026

How to Furnish an Airbnb in Nairobi: Checklist and Furniture Tips (2026)

Furnishing a short-let or Airbnb apartment in Nairobi? A room-by-room furniture checklist, durable fabric choices, budgeting tips and how to furnish several units at once.
Grey L-shaped sofa with sausage pillows in a Nairobi living room

8 October 2026

Best Furniture Shops in Nairobi (2026): A Buyer's Guide

Where to buy furniture in Nairobi in 2026: the best-known furniture shops, what each does best, where their showrooms are, and how to choose the right one for your home.
Brown traditional 6-seater wooden dining set

8 October 2026

Buying Furniture in Kenya From Abroad: A Diaspora Guide (2026)

Furnishing a home in Kenya for yourself or your family while living abroad? How to choose, check quality, pay safely, arrange delivery and avoid scams — step by step.
Off-white velvet button-tufted sectional sofa in a bright apartment

8 October 2026

How to Furnish an Apartment in Nairobi: A Guide for Expats and Newcomers (2026)

Moving to Nairobi? What it costs to furnish a 1- or 2-bedroom apartment, where expats live, what to buy first, how delivery and payment work, and mistakes to avoid.
Dark charcoal grey L-shaped sectional sofa

8 October 2026

Furniture Shops on Thika Road: Ruiru, Kahawa Sukari, Juja & Kasarani (2026)

Where to buy furniture along Thika Road — Kahawa Sukari, Ruiru, Juja, Kasarani, Roysambu and Githurai — with delivery fees, what to check and how to avoid driving into town.
Line drawing of an L-shaped sofa on a navy background

22 September 2026

L-Shaped Sofas in Kenya: How to Choose the Right L-Seat

A practical guide to buying an L-shaped sofa (L-seat) in Kenya: measuring your room, left or right facing, sizes, fabrics and what to ask before you pay.
Line drawing of a bed with a tufted headboard on a navy background

18 September 2026

Bed Sizes in Kenya Explained: 3x6, 4x6, 5x6 and 6x6

What do 3x6, 4x6, 5x6 and 6x6 mean? A simple guide to Kenyan bed and mattress sizes in feet and centimetres, and how to pick the right one for your bedroom.
Line drawing of a rounded bubble sofa on a navy background

14 September 2026

What Is a Bubble Sofa? Is It Right for Your Home?

What is a bubble sofa? The soft, rounded, cloud-like sofa everyone in Kenya is asking about — who it suits, which fabrics work and how to care for one.
Line drawing of a sofa with ribbed corduroy lines on a navy background

10 September 2026

Corduroy vs Velvet Sofas: Which Fabric Suits a Kenyan Home?

Corduroy or velvet? We compare comfort, durability, cleaning, dust, pets and children so you can choose the right sofa fabric for your home in Kenya.
Line drawing of a dining table and chairs on a navy background

6 September 2026

4, 6 or 8 Seater? How to Choose the Right Dining Table Size

How big should your dining table be? Simple sizes for 4, 6 and 8 seater dining sets in Kenyan homes, round vs rectangular, and space to leave for chairs.
Line drawing of a sofa with a sun symbol on a navy background

2 September 2026

How to Keep Your Sofa Looking New in Nairobi's Dust and Sun

Simple weekly habits to protect your sofa from dust, sun, spills and wear — plus how to clean velvet, corduroy, fabric and leather-look sofas in Kenya.
Line drawing of a shield and sofa on a navy background

28 August 2026

How to Buy Furniture Online in Kenya Safely (and Avoid Scams)

Buying furniture on Instagram, Facebook or WhatsApp? A checklist to spot genuine sellers, pay safely with M-Pesa and get exactly what you ordered in Kenya.