L-shaped sofas are a great choice for those who want a large, generous seating area. Offering plenty of room for everyone to sprawl out, L-shaped sofas are a good option for living rooms of all shapes and sizes. One of the most important things to consider when buying an L-shaped sofa is the size of your living room.With normal use, a low-end sofa with typically last 2-5 years. A Currier's quality leather sofa which can last 25 years or more. That means you would have to replace a low-end sofa 5 times or more when compared to the longevity that a Currier's sofa provides.