Arlo & Jacob in St Albans
1 showroom · Mid-High (£££)Made in UKEst. 2015
Arlo & Jacob is a British sofa maker specialising in handcrafted, made-to-order sofas from their workshop in Long Eaton, Nottinghamshire — the traditional heart of UK upholstery. Known for their lifetime frame guarantee and extensive fabric library of over 200 options, they combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary designs. With 6 showrooms across England, they offer a mid-to-high-range alternative to mass-market retailers, appealing to buyers who want British-made quality without luxury price tags.
Known for: British craftsmanship at moderate price
Proper British craftsmanship without the insufferable price tag. Arlo & Jacob actually make their sofas in Blighty, which is more than most can say. Fabric choices are gorgeous — just don't blame me if you spend three hours on their website picking between 'Dusty Rose' and 'Vintage Pink'.
“British craft, sensible prices, lovely stuff”
Showroom Details
Arlo & Jacob St Albans
St Albans, AL2 1DL
What to Expect at Arlo & Jacob
- Price Range
- Mid-High (£££)
- Trustpilot Rating
- ★ 4.9 / 5(Very Positive)
- Sofa Styles
- Country, Contemporary, Family
- Style Focus
- Classic meets modern British design
- Customisation
- high
- Delivery Time
- 8-10 weeks
- Delivery Cost
- GBP 79-349 (tiered by item count and postcode zone)
- Delivery Type
- White glove (2-man, room of choice). Clearabee recycling partnership for old furniture removal.
Finance Options
0% APR over 10 months via V12 Retail Finance. Minimum order £2,000. 25% deposit required, remaining balance spread over 10 monthly payments interest-free.
Warranty
Lifetime guarantee on hardwood frames under normal domestic household use. Fabrics and interiors covered for 12 months in line with statutory rights. Does not cover misuse, neglect, or normal wear and tear. Guarantee applies only to products purchased from Arlo Living Limited (from 1 April 2020 onwards).
After-sales: Lifetime frame guarantee with free repair/replacement/refund
Returns Policy
30 days (faulty goods); 14 days (cancellation collection window). Within 30 days of delivery for manufacturing defects. Must provide photos and proof of purchase. Products made to customer specifications cannot be cancelled/refunded once ordered. Amendments allowed within 7 days of order acceptance.
Sustainability
Medium (some eco fabrics, British supply)
Contact Arlo & Jacob
- Phone
- 03300 945 855
- Hours
- Phone: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Delivery: 7am-6pm 7 days/week
- Live Chat
- Available on website
- hello@arloandjacob.com
Sofa Shopping in St Albans
St Albans has 4 sofa showrooms from 4 brands, and the lineup is remarkably premium for a town this size. Darlings of Chelsea, Loaf, Sofas & Stuff — Benny's number one pick — and Arlo & Jacob make this Hertfordshire cathedral city a genuine destination for quality furniture. Prices sit firmly in premium territory. A hidden gem for the discerning buyer.
Browse all sofa showrooms in St Albans →Compare Sofa Brands in St Albans
In St Albans, Arlo & Jacob is one of 4 sofa brands with showrooms. Benny rates Arlo & Jacob 4/5. Here's how it compares:
| Brand | Rating | Price | Showrooms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlo & Jacob | £££ | 1 | |
| Darlings of Chelsea | £££ | 1 | |
| Loaf | £££ | 1 | |
| Sofas & Stuff | £££ | 1 |
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