Built by hand in Berne, Indiana, the Smith Brothers Borden is the kind of sofa that rewards a long look before you sit down — and then rewards the sitting even more. The three-piece configuration places a power reclining chair on each end, left-arm and right-arm facing, around a stationary armless chair in the center, creating a clean, unbroken run of seating across 93 inches. Covered in a pebble-gray woven fabric, the proportions are relaxed and generous without feeling heavy.
Each reclining end has its own concealed control panel tucked into the inside arm — no hunting for a remote, no cords draped over the cushions. From there, the footrest and an independent power headrest each move on their own, so two people can find completely different angles at the same time. USB charging ports are built into both ends, within reach without leaving the seat.
The construction underneath is where Smith Brothers earns its reputation. The frame is solid maple, joined with double-dowelled connections and wide hardwood front and back rails that keep the structure square through years of use. Seat springs run as independent steel units rather than a shared system, so each position responds on its own and holds its shape independently. The cushions are filled with Qualux Ultra foam, which carries a lifetime warranty against loss of support — a specification Smith Brothers has stood behind long enough for it to mean something. Arms are well-padded, and every cushion is individually wrapped for consistent feel across the whole sofa.
The pebble-gray fabric has the texture and tone to live comfortably in rooms ranging from casual to carefully put-together, and its durability suits the kind of sofa you expect to use every single day.
