I grew up around old family photos. You know the ones—big hair, avocado green, and that low, loungy couch everyone sank into. I wanted that feeling again. So I bought the Albany Park Kova Pit Sectional in Rust Velvet. Four pieces. Big pillows. Very 70s. Very me. If you're curious about what other buyers say, their Trustpilot reviews make for reassuring reading.
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Here’s the thing: I’ve lived with it for 11 months. I nap on it. I write on it. My dog, Milo, treats it like a cloud he owns. So this isn’t showroom talk. This is my living room.
First Touch: The Look That Says “Put On Some ABBA”
The rust velvet is warm and rich. In fall, it matches my maple tree outside. In summer, it feels like a sunset. The shape is low and deep. The arms are chunky. It gives 70s pit-sofa energy without feeling like a museum piece. I added a shag rug and a brass floor lamp. Boom—cozy disco.
Friends walk in and go, “Oh wow.” My mom asked if I was bringing back the lava lamp.
She’s exactly the kind of boomer who loves practical nostalgia—just like the folks in this roundup of gifts they actually use.
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Delivery and Setup: No Wrench, No Sweat
It came in several big boxes. The drivers left them in the hall. I dragged them in myself. I’m 5'4", so I took my time and did it box by box. The bases click together. No tools. One corner of a box was torn, but the sofa was wrapped like a burrito, so it was fine.
From door to nap? About 90 minutes.
Comfort Report: Deep Seat, Soft Landings
This sofa is deep. I sit all the way back, and my feet float a bit. I like that. It’s a “tuck your legs up” couch. The cushions feel soft at first touch, then supportive. Not stiff. Not slouchy. I’ve done full Sunday naps with a throw and a podcast. Zero neck drama.
Movie night with four people fits fine if you use the ottomans to make the pit. My favorite spot is the inside corner with a mug of tea. My partner takes the long side. Milo takes whatever I need most. Classic.
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Daily Life Messes: What I Actually Cleaned
Real talk. Spills happen.
- I dropped salsa on the cushion during a basketball game. I dabbed with warm water and a bit of dish soap. Then I used Folex. Stain gone.
- Milo sheds like it’s his job. A ChomChom roller and a quick vacuum with the brush tool keeps it neat.
- I machine-washed two cushion covers on cold. I air-dried them flat. They went back on fine. No weird shrink. I won’t do that every week, but it worked when my niece smashed a blueberry.
BTW, if you ever need a more thorough refresher on sprucing up velvet cushions, this handy guide to cleaning velvet upholstery covers every spill scenario.
Velvet does show marks when you brush it one way. I just smooth it with my hand, or use a clean, damp cloth and let it dry. That soft shimmer is part of the charm.
The Bits That Bug Me
- Cushions slide a little during long hangs. Not wild, but I nudge them back at night. A rug pad under the ottomans helped.
- It runs warm. On hot July days, I used a cotton throw so I didn’t stick.
- You do need to fluff the back pillows every few days. Two minutes. Worth it.
How It’s Holding Up
After 11 months, the seat looks good. No major sag. The fabric hasn’t pilled. The velvet has a lived-in sheen on the spots we use most, like the right arm. I rotate the cushions every month. That helps a ton.
No squeaks. No broken clips. The frames feel solid when you plop down (and yes, I’ve plopped).
Why It Feels 70s (Without Feeling Costume-y)
- It’s low and deep, so you lounge, not perch.
- The rust color looks great with wood, plants, and warm lamps.
- The pit setup invites a group hang. Cards, pizza, late-night music—this couch says yes.
I did a weekend at my friend Jess’s place with her Article Sven Velvet in gold. It looks sharp, sits higher, and feels firmer. More mid-century, less 70s lounge. Nice couch, just a different vibe. I also tried a Joybird sofa at a showroom. Great colors, tighter seat, cleaner lines. The Kova stays my “movie marathon and snack plate” champ.
Money Talk
I paid a hair under $2,300 with a holiday sale and free delivery. Not cheap. But I’ve had cheaper sofas that went flat by month six. This one hasn’t done that. If you’re counting on it for daily use, it feels fair.
Small Tips That Made It Better
- Rug pad under the ottomans to keep the “pit” from drifting.
- Rotate seat cushions monthly. Fluff backs twice a week.
- Keep a fabric brush, Folex, and a small Bissell handy for life’s little chaos.
- Close the blinds on harsh afternoons. Velvet likes shade.
Who Will Love It (And Who Might Not)
- Love: loungers, gamers, nappers, tall folks, families with snack habits, plant people who like warm tones.
- Maybe not: folks who want upright posture, very small rooms, or homes where no one wants to fluff pillows ever.
One Silly Moment That Sold Me
During a storm, the power went out. We lit candles, made stovetop cocoa, and piled into the pit with blankets. It felt like camp, but indoors. The sofa turned a dark, weird night into a memory. Cheesy? Maybe. True? Yes.
Final Verdict
I wanted a 70s vibe without a fussy vintage hunt. The Kova Pit in rust velvet nails it. It’s comfy, cozy, and a little glam. It takes real life well—pets, messes, naps, and a full plate of nachos. I wish the cushions stayed put more, but it’s a small trade.
Would I buy it again? Yeah. I’d hit the sale, grab the same color, and keep the ChomChom close.