Sofas with a berth in the kitchen: types and tips for choosing

A kitchen sofa with a berth is a convenient and practical invention that makes the kitchen even more comfortable and cozy. Thanks to the sliding mechanism, the compact and neat “daytime” sofa turns into a full-fledged sleeping place at night and can be used as a guest or permanent option.

The creation of additional beds is a fairly common problem for residents of small-sized housing, which they encounter not only during the arrival of guests, but also when placing their family members at night. In this case an excellent solution would be to purchase a kitchen sofa equipped with a full-sized berth. For example, this option will be a real salvation in families with newborn children, ensuring normal sleep for the working father of the family.

In addition, a lover of nightly television viewing or an active Internet user who often interferes with the rest of the family will be “relocated” to the kitchen with pleasure. This problem is especially relevant in one-room apartments, when there is no way to leave a restless family member in another room.

However, in the daytime, such a sofa will not stand idle. It can comfortably accommodate a large group of friends, and one of the household can lie down. Moreover, most folding sofas are equipped with built-in drawers for storing various things, which in the conditions of not too large living space will be a nice bonus.

High consumer demand for sleeper kitchen models due to a number of indisputable advantages of this convenient and practical piece of furniture.

• The presence of such a sofa allows you to comfortably accommodate a late guest or a nonresident relative, placing him in a separate room from the owners. In such conditions, neither the owners nor the guests will be in cramped conditions, as happens when guests are accommodated for the night in a room on the floor.
• It’s much more convenient to eat on the couch, which fans will especially like to eat in front of the TV. Now for this you will not need to carry a plate to the room to do viewing in comfortable conditions. It will be enough only to purchase a TV for the kitchen and the problem of mugs and crumbs in the living room or single room will be finally resolved.
• Thanks to a wide range with a wide variety of shapes, designs and colors, it’s not difficult to choose a model for a specific interior and room color.
• The presence of the sofa gives the kitchen extra comfort, making it convenient and functional.
• Due to lightweight construction mopping under the kitchen sofas does not cause any difficulties: they easily move away and allow for a full wet cleaning.
• Wide price range models on the market makes it possible to purchase a product in accordance with its material capabilities. The range of kitchen sofas includes both expensive leather pieces for spacious dining rooms, as well as modest mini-models designed for small kitchens.

However, along with the obvious advantages, kitchen sofas still have disadvantages. These include high risk of upholstery contamination drops of fat from cooking food, the probability of spillage of various liquids and the need for kitchen ventilation or hoods. The last requirement is due to the tendency of the soft filler and fabric cover of sofas to absorb various kitchen odors that do not add comfort during sleep.

Another drawback of models equipped with a berth is their overall size in comparison with simple kitchen sofas. Therefore, for the free placement of such a sofa, a kitchen of at least 8 m2 is needed, since it will be problematic to squeeze such a product into a room of a smaller area.

The classification of kitchen sofas with a berth is made according to several criteria, the determining of which is product form. According to this criterion, several varieties are distinguished, the general characteristics of which will be discussed below.

This type of furniture is very popular among owners of small kitchens in which the installation of a classic direct sofa is impossible or difficult. The angular design makes it possible to rationally use the limited area of ​​the kitchen without prejudice to its main purpose - cooking and eating. The presence of a corner sofa makes the kitchen space as close as possible to the living room, adding to its coziness and comfort. In addition, you can move the dining table to the corner sofa, at which a large family can freely sit.

The corner sofa is installed in the free corner of the kitchen, preferably not at the window. Otherwise, the massive sofa will block the heating radiator located under the window, and in addition, in the immediate vicinity of the window, it will not be very comfortable to sleep.

The product should also be placed as far away from the sink as possible so that splashes from washing dirty dishes do not fall on the upholstery. Very often corner models are equipped with spacious compartments for storing bedding, kitchen utensils and small household appliances. It is very convenient when it is impossible to place wall cabinets and install a pencil case, it allows you to put a large number of things necessary in the kitchen into a sofa.

Such models are ideal for tiny kitchens, they are often purchased by the owners of the "Khrushchev" and other small-sized housing. The design of the couches does not provide for the presence of drawers under the seat, and when folded, the structural details do not interfere with the legs of a seated person. Externally, this model is a lightweight and compact couch that does not burden the spacebut at the same time it is highly functional and convenient.

Such sofas are formed of separate modules, which, if necessary, are quickly compiled into a berth, and in the daytime are used as free-standing poufs. The component parts of the module are movable and can be retracted under the table or rolled out to another room. From them you can make a berth of any configuration, which is very convenient in small spaces or too crowded with furniture.

These models are a lightweight form of a traditional indoor sofa and are in high demand among owners of large and medium kitchens. Unlike a classic sofa, such models often do not have sidewalls or armrests at all. either have them on one side only. This greatly saves space in the kitchen and allows you to sit on the sofa from any direction. However, direct copies are less convenient when placing a large company at the table, which requires more chairs and stools to seat them.

To date, for kitchen sofas with a berth, 5 types of sliding mechanisms are used: “French folding bed”, “dolphin”, “accordion”, “book” and “eurobook”.

This type of mechanism in most cases is installed on direct sofas. Under the seat of such models are three modules stacked on top of each other, which can easily be folded into a very spacious berth. To do this, just pull forward and up the special belt located at the junction of the upper and middle modules, and bend the legs at the metal frame. Such sofas look quite compact, can be equipped with side panels and have a small width.

but due to the fact that the design is folding forward, folding beds require free space in front of youequal to the length of the berth plus a minimum of 50 cm per passage. In addition, built-in drawers for storing linen are not provided in such sofas, which is why the “French folding beds” are more suitable for spacious kitchens in which there is room to lay out a sofa, and there are wardrobes and pencil cases for storing various things.

Sofas of this type are well suited for continuous use, and therefore are in high demand. The principle of the mechanism is as follows: the berth is hidden under the main seat and is equipped with wheels. If necessary, lay out the sofa, the lower structure rolls out, and the second part of the berth as if emerges from under the seat, forming with it a single berth.

The withdrawable mechanism is very easy to handle, so even children can handle it. The main thing is to push the lower part towards you, and then the mechanism itself will take care that the module falls into place.

The berth of these sofas consists of several parts folded in the form of an accordion. Such models are also suitable for daily use, but, like the "French clamshell", require a sufficient amount of free space. When folded, the sofas look quite compact and fit well into the interior of the kitchen.

A sleeping place in sofas of this type is formed from the back and seats, which are laid out on the principle of an open book, forming a spacious bed. Such models do not require a large space in front of them and are the best option for narrow kitchens. The folding mechanism itself is quite simple and reliable, which allows you to use the sofa as a permanent place to sleep.

This mechanism is considered very strong and durable. The seat in such models is pushed forward (on itself), and the back is placed in the vacant space, forming a wide berth with the seat.

For the production of kitchen sofas with a berth, the same materials are used as for the production of ordinary room models, but taking into account the specifics of the operation of the products. This mainly concerns upholstery, as the internal structure of both the sofas is almost identical. The use of wear-resistant upholstery fabrics is due to the presence of kitchen models under the influence of aggressive factors, such as high humidity and high temperatures.

Besides, furniture in the kitchen is much more prone to pollution than indoor, and therefore should be practical and undemanding in care. For this reason, they are used as upholstery. eco-leather, genuine leather and innovative materialspossessing high rates of resistance to pollution and humidity.

The most practical and popular of these fabrics is eco-leather, which, unlike genuine leather, allows air to pass through and has a low cost. Its only drawback is the high vulnerability of the material to sharp objects.

Genuine leather looks very rich and is a sign of wealth and good taste of the owners. However, sitting on a leather sofa for a long time, especially in hot weather, is very uncomfortable, in addition, the cost of folding leather models is very high.

Quite often, for kitchen sofas, material is used with the “anti-claw” effect, which prevents the appearance of puffs from the claws of a pet, as well as microfiber - a soft and damage-resistant material that is easy to clean and not afraid of stains.

Popular upholstery fabrics such as Velor, velvet, jacquard, flock, chenille and tapestry are practically not used for the production of kitchen sofas. This is due to their tendency to absorb various kitchen odors, which will inevitably cause discomfort during sleep. Although for the sake of fairness it is worth noting that many of them are very well cleaned and have a pronounced dirt-repellent effect.

The frame of kitchen sofas with a berth is made of hardwood, MDF and fiberboard. Products with a natural wood frame are durable and can last up to 20 years. Models made of wood-based panels are less reliable than wooden ones, but they are lightweight and low in price.Often in the frame there are also metal parts made of high-strength steel, making the sofa strong and reliable.

As a filler for kitchen models, synthetic winterizer, foam rubber, holofiber, polyurethane foam and periotech are used. To give the base an orthopedic effect, the materials are combined in different combinations, laying them in layers.

The modern market for upholstered and cabinet furniture offers kitchen sofas with a berth in a wide variety of sizes. This allows you to choose a sofa, folding sideways and providing one berth, and a full-fledged double "book" that can accommodate two people.

However even in the smallest products, the width of a berth cannot be less than 60 cm, since even a child cannot fully fit on narrower models. The maximum width of a berth is usually 175 cm. The depth of the seat varies from 50 to 65 cm - it depends on the design of the sofa and its design. The length of the berth is usually 190-200 cm, which allows a fairly tall person to fully settle in and meets sanitary standards.

A kitchen sofa with a berth often not only supplements the overall composition, but also acts as an independent element of the interior. So, in kitchens with a predominance of natural textures, models of laconic design look very harmonious coffee, linen, anthracite, cream and chocolate shades, as well as ivory. Stylish red, raspberry, azure, sapphire and lemon sofas with a low back, as well as a modular transformer with no sidewalls, will fit perfectly into most modern interiors, such as hi-tech, modern and minimalism.

For Scandinavian and ethnic style, an excellent option would be to purchase models with an ornamentand for art deco, provence and country, a white beautiful sofa will be an ideal choice. White and brown quilted models made of genuine leather, as well as options with striped and checkered upholstery, will look good in a classic interior.

Before proceeding with the selection of a kitchen sofa with a berth, it is necessary to make measurements of the kitchen, on their basis to determine maximum permissible furniture dimensions. You should make sure that the laid out berth fits in the space planned for him. Besides, you need to determine in advance where you can remove the dining table when using the sofa for the night.

After the dimensions of the product are determined, you need to select the type of folding mechanism.

• If you need permanent accommodation for two people, it’s better to dwell on the design of "book".
• If the sofa is supposed to be used very rarely, then a “French folding bed”, the folding mechanism for which is rather weak and wears out quickly, will be a good option.
• Sofas with accordion mechanism suitable only for large rooms, as in a small space to lay them out for sleep will be very problematic.
• When choosing a "dolphin" pay attention to the presence of coil springs.
• If you decide to purchase a Eurobook, then the best option is to have profiles instead of clips. Such models have a more robust construction and last much longer.
• Upholstery quality should also be given increased attention. So, if there are animals in the house, then it is better to refuse models that are upholstered in eco-leather or take care of purchasing covers in advance. The most suitable option in such cases would be to buy a sofa covered with Teflon flock or micro-velor, materials that are least affected by the claws and teeth of animals.However, these fabrics can absorb kitchen odors, and therefore need regular care.
• And the last criterion for choosing a sofa is its price. The cost of folding kitchen models starts from 10 000 rubles and ends with 100 or more thousands for exclusive copies of genuine leather.

In the next video you will find an overview of the sofa with a berth for the kitchen.