Accordion Sofas Without Armrests

Initially, the prototypes of sofas were long wooden benches lined with fabric and pillows, and were located in public institutions in the East. Since then, much has changed. Now sofas can be seen in residential premises, and in kitchens, and in offices. There are a great many types of this furniture. Among them are accordion sofas without armrests. Such home furnishings are usually made as functional as possible so that the sleeping place is comfortable and can be used as a living room sofa.

Sofas with an accordion mechanism have been popular with customers for decades. Their subspecies (model without armrests) looks stylish and unusual. What are the advantages and disadvantages of these interior items?

The pros are.

• Multifunctionality. It can be a full-fledged sleeping place, and a guest sofa, and a children's sofa, and office furniture.
• Practicality. It takes up less space compared to other types of sofas.
• Fashionable design. This model looks modern, creating a feeling of lightness in the room.
• Security. The absence of hard armrests helps to avoid injuries to young children. All edges of the sofa are soft, so parents prefer them.

If we talk about the minuses, then we need an individual approach. Some people like to lean on the armrests when they are resting or so that the pillow rests on something while sleeping. When buying, a person immediately sees and even tries the sofa, whether it is comfortable or not. The price of such products can be quite high if the materials used in the manufacture of premium. In any case, the choice is wide for any wallet.

Furniture of this type is often called a sofa bed. This is due to the good properties of the bed. When unfolding, a flat surface is formed, without differences and protrusions.

It is comfortable to sleep on. If you use an additional mattress cover, you can increase comfort in the right direction: make the resting place softer, more rigid or give an orthopedic effect.

There are two types of accordions in form.

• Direct - can be both small and quite roomy. They can be placed both in the center of the room and against the wall, depending on the design.
• Corner - usually these are whole systems, which can include a bed with an armchair, an ottoman, or all at once. Such modules are connected in the corner by a small table, under which there is usually a capacious place for storage.

Such furniture involves several storage places. Under the main sofa is a box for linen. Most often, it is located in the entire length of the sofa, sometimes it can be less. Under the chair and the ottoman there can also be a hollow space - a box in which it is convenient to store a mattress cover, pillows, bedding. With folding backs in modular designs there are only sofas. The remaining parts remain in their original state, however, add space for sleep.

It is also worth mentioning the mechanism for folding accordions. The name itself arose due to its similarity with the tool of the same name. If you lift the folded sofa first up up to the bottom until it clicks, then pull it slightly toward you, then it will decompose safely. The sleeping place itself consists of 3 interconnected elements - mattresses. They are interconnected, so they are always evenly laid out. The back and middle part are folded together, and in the extreme part, where the legs are located during sleep, this is a place to sit.

The longevity of the furniture depends on the materials of which it is made. The following designs are distinguished.

1. On a metal frame - sturdy construction, heavy during transportation. It is her that is most often chosen as optimal with a price-quality ratio.
2. Wooden - Solid wood boxes are strong and light enough. They are suitable if the interior is made in eco-style or you want to add warmth and coziness to the atmosphere. However, solid wood furniture is often more expensive.
3. Aluminum constructions and lightweight and reliable.
4. The budget option is the frame from chipboard and MDF. Initially, it looks good, but not durable, it quickly deteriorates.

The base of the mechanism can be made of welded mesh or use armor. They are made of different types of wood, the most durable ones are steamed from beech or a cheaper option from birch.

According to the internal content, sofas are made of such materials.

• Polyurethane foam - often used in furniture, hypoallergenic, holds its shape well, elastic. Pay attention to the quality of the material, it is also different. Its density should be at least 30 kg / m3. The higher the density, the better the properties and the more expensive the filler.
• Independent spring unit - a classic of the genre, replaced spring sofas. The plus is that when pressing on one place the other springs are not affected. You can safely sit on the sofa, put a cup of tea next to it, and it will not roll on you. The springs repeat the bends of the body, creating comfortable conditions for sleep. Top and bottom springs add extra material to make the sofa softer.
• Combination polyurethane foam and independent springs.

Now there are a lot of types of fillers. It all depends on the desire of the buyer - he needs a soft sofa or a more rigid, orthopedic one. Many materials are able to repeat the shape of the body and immediately recover in the absence of pressure, for example, made in combination with foam memorials. In the "stuffing" of furniture are the following materials:

• synthetic fluff;
• natural latex;
• synthetic winterizer;
• horsehair;
• coconut coir;
• sea ​​grass;
• bamboo fiber;
• camel's wool;
• felt.

Some of them are more expensive, others are cheaper. Some are softer, others are tougher.

In order not to miscalculate with the purchase of a sofa, it is worth paying attention to such an important factor as size. Many manufacturers create home furnishings according to their standards, and even custom-made according to the individual needs of customers. Along with this, there are standard sizes recognized around the world that will even help you select the right format remotely. When choosing a sofa, parameters such as length, width, height and depth of the seat are taken into account. note that when the sofa is laid out, additional space is required.

By the size of sofas there are:

• modular, designed for 3 people or more;
• double;
• one and a half;
• small ones.

Consider the most common size range when choosing buyers sofas. 160x200, 170x200 - a good option for a double sofa for slim people. If the build allows, then such furniture may well fit.

These are the so-called one and a half sofas. If your height is below average, then a sofa 160 to 190 cm is suitable.

There are even less widths: 140, 130, 120, 110, 100 and even 90 cm. Some manufacturers indicate the dimensions in mm in sizes, for example, 1400x2000 - this is one and the same. These are small sofa chairs. For example, a child can feel good on them. Sometimes such sofas are placed in a spacious hallway or kitchen. A full-fledged berth for two adults involves sizes from 180x200 cm and above. Choose a size that will be at least 5 cm longer than your height.

The sofa is a fairly oversized furniture, you can’t hide and push it anywhere. Take into account all the parameters so that the choice makes you happy and useful for a long time. Here's what you should pay attention to when buying this interior item.

1. What is a sofa for? A large sofa for sleeping and relaxing, or a small one in the hallway, so that it is convenient to change shoes? Or maybe a sofa in the kitchen? For each need, choose certain properties of the furniture.
2. How much space do you have to install it. Remember that extra layout is required when laying out the accordion.
3. Is the base and frame strong enough on the sofa? The metal frame is considered the most durable. If the design requires wooden elements, then choose from hardwood, for example, from beech or pine, oak.
4. What is your "inner world" on your sofa? Do you prefer content from a block of independent springs or from polyurethane foam, maybe a combination of materials with special orthopedic properties. Pay attention to the quality of the material, it also varies.
5. How will you care for a new "friend"? Models with a removable cover are convenient in this regard. They are easy to wash in the washing machine or replace if worn. If there is no cover, then the cover can easily replace it. In the version without armrests, this will be even easier.
6. Does the sofa harmonize with the design of the room? After all, you have to rest here, therefore it is better that the surrounding objects are pleasing to the eye and act soothingly.
7. Is everything in good condition? Fold out the furniture and assemble it yourself, ask how everything works, whether squeaks can appear, and how to lubricate everything if necessary.

Sofa "Accordion" without armrests - excellent furniture, which is suitable for a youth room, and for the living room, bedroom, corridor, kitchen. Consider the features of the configuration and personal needs, then your choice will be right.

An overview of the models of an accordion sofa without armrests is given below.