Ligne Roset Ploum Two-seater, Fabric Blue

Ligne Roset Ploum – large sofa like a soft nest

On the Ploum, the whole body rests on a soft, inviting surface. That is how Ligne Roset describes the sofa, which Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec presented in 2011. Every position is possible, from sitting upright to lying down, and your back and head find the same soft contact everywhere. This is made possible by a frame of tubular steel and steel mesh, wrapped in Bultex foam in several densities and a stretchy, quilted knitted cover.

Ploum three-seater in blue fabric

This Ploum has a cover in blue fabric and the high backrest; in size, it corresponds to the largest version in the range. Ligne Roset deliberately makes this size asymmetrical: on the right, the backrest is slightly higher and the seat slightly deeper, and the zip at the back is off-centre. With plenty of surface and soft upholstery, the sofa is a place to stretch out, for film nights or long hours of reading.

Seating comfort and space

In the seat, a firmer core of Bultex foam provides support, while the back and top layer are much softer. So you sink in softly, and the stretchy cover follows your movements. At 38 cm, the seat is lower than the usual 42 to 45 cm, which is good for leaning back. The sofa needs around 2.5 m of wall and 1.24 m of depth, and you should leave 60 to 80 cm of walking space in front of it.

Elements and additions

The Ploum has no functions; its comfort lies in the upholstery. Besides this largest version, the series includes two narrower high-back versions, two low-back versions and a pouffe. Ligne Roset builds the pouffe like the sofas, from tubular steel, Bultex foam and double-layer knitted fabric. It has the same seat height and can be added through specialist retailers. With it, a continuous lounging area forms in front of the sofa.

Caring for the fabric cover

An upholsterer can remove the knitted cover, but it is not meant to be taken off by you. So care for it directly on the sofa. Vacuum it regularly with a soft nozzle, especially around the quilting points. Dab fresh stains with a damp cloth rather than rubbing them. For larger stains, Ligne Roset recommends a professional upholstery cleaner; it is best to avoid direct sunlight.

Why buy a pre-owned Ligne Roset Ploum?

Ligne Roset, the French manufacturer, has had the Ploum in its collection since 2011 – so a pre-owned sofa is a current design. Beneath the soft cover is a solid construction of tubular steel, steel mesh and Bultex foam. An upholsterer can remove the cover, for example for a thorough clean. The pouffe can be added through specialist retailers. This piece has been inspected in eight stations.