Rolf Benz 318 Linea Three-seater, Fabric Grey

Rolf Benz 318 Linea – straight shape, relaxed upholstery

With the 318 Linea, Rolf Benz relies on clean, straight lines and a relaxed upholstery construction. The range was available in two seat depths and two seat heights. In the extra-deep version, optional low back cushions provided additional support – even in a different material or shade. The Linea is built on an inner wooden frame with sinuous springs. The series included sofas, corner solutions, an armchair, an upholstered bench and a footstool. The feet came as metal runners or as tapered wooden feet.

Rolf Benz 318 Linea three-seater in grey fabric with footstool

This 318 Linea is a three-seater with a grey fabric cover, and it comes with a footstool. The footstool serves as a footrest in front of the sofa, as an extra seat or, placed freely in the room, as a surface for a tray. The grey is understated and suits both modern and classic rooms. Thanks to its compact width, the ensemble also fits into smaller living rooms. With the footstool in front, the sofa becomes a place to lie down in the evening.

Seating comfort and space

The upholstery is relaxed, so you sink pleasantly into the cushioning. The seat height of 41 cm is just below the usual range of 42 to 45 cm. The sofa needs around 1.7 m of wall space and a depth of 82 cm. The footstool is just under a metre wide and around 60 cm deep. Placed in front of the sofa, it needs extra space, and there should still be walking space in front of it.

Elements and additions

The Linea range included sofas in four widths, add-on sofas, end armchairs with a fixed upholstered seat, an armchair, an upholstered bench and a footstool. An additional back cushion was also available. Rolf Benz no longer offers the Linea. Worth knowing for the future: the manufacturer offers a reupholstery service, which also replaces the foam if necessary. This is arranged through specialist retailers.

Caring for the fabric cover

Vacuum the fabric about once a month with the upholstery nozzle on low suction, as Rolf Benz advises. In between, freshen it up with a damp, soft chamois leather. Dab stains immediately from the edge towards the centre, without rubbing. Do not use steam cleaners. After sitting, smooth the cover from the inside outwards.

Why buy a pre-owned Rolf Benz 318 Linea?

Rolf Benz has been making upholstered furniture since 1964, having been founded in Nagold in the Black Forest. With the Linea, the quality lies beneath the cover: an inner wooden frame, sinuous springs and carefully matched layers of foam. Rolf Benz says it uses high-density foams so that the seating comfort lasts for many years. The simple shape will also fit into a future interior. This piece has been inspected in eight stations.