Choosing the perfect couch is important because you're going to have to sleep on it if you ever accidentally spill something (beer) on your bed. Here are some tips for picking out a cushioned wonder:

• Sit on the couch you're thinking about purchasing to make sure it's comfortable and sweat absorbent.
  

• You can shave a fuzzy couch to make it into a leather couch.
  

• Measure the couch to make sure it fits inside your house without blocking any exits or spots that the dog uses as a bathroom.
  

• If you've got a brother who regularly visits or a secret son who sleeps in your home every night, you're going to need a couch with a pullout bed.
  

• If you can't find a couch you like, ask the store if they can do a custom order or put three chairs next to each other.