Choose a sofa with an accordion mechanism

Today, the furniture market presents a huge number of sofas of various configurations. They are monolithic, folding and even modular. Many are interested in the question, which option to choose for everyday relaxation. An excellent solution would be a sofa with an accordion folding mechanism, since it looks attractive and is designed for a large number of folding and unfolding.

“Accordions” are compact models that can be placed even in a small room (this is a folded form). Unfolding the model occurs only forward, so it is in front that you need about two meters of free space (ideally 2.5-3 m). The frame of this model is made of a metal profile, which includes three elements: two are responsible for organizing a place to sleep, and the third provides the comfort of those who sit on the sofa when it is assembled. The mattress is supported by wood lat. Flexible orthopedic lamellas, which provide additional support during the rest period at night, are very durable.

The sofa differs from the others precisely by the peculiarity of the transformation mechanism, it is similar to the principle of the accordion. The imitation of the stretching of bellows is the basis of the layout. The lower edge rises to a click, the folded parts are stretched to themselves.This can be done even by a person who does not have a huge supply of physical strength. And this particular way of folding is one of the most reliable. The sofa folds out the sofa just as easily. The berth, which is obtained by folding this sofa, does not have height differences, which can be seen in the “book” or “cot”. When the sofa is unfolded, the back is moved to the center of the sleeping place, its back is in the heads, and the seat “creeps out” to the legs.

This modification of the sofa is extremely popular with buyers - and there are many arguments for this. “Accordions” have a significant number of advantages, namely:

• Assembled are very compact, even angular models;
• they are easy to disassemble and assemble;
• the berth is even, the load on the spine is uniform;
• most models are equipped with drawers for sleeping accessories;
• You can put the product directly to the wall;
• a huge selection of colors and style solutions, the availability of products with the right qualities in any of the market segments;
• Most models come with a removable cover, which is fairly easy to remove and clean.

Sofas "accordion" are divided into several varieties. Let's consider them in more detail.

If the sofa is designed in a corner, this does not mean that it must be put in a corner. It can also be placed along the wall, thus zoning the room. Corner models may contain built-in elements - a minibar, a table, shelves, drawers for sleeping accessories.

Modifications to the corner can be equipped with an additional module with an extended seat, which is called ottoman. It can take up to ¼ of the entire width of the product, but protrude in length in front of the seat. The width of the berth on such products is much larger, but the space for their installation requires more. Inside the ottoman is a roomy drawer in which you can store linen.

Direct model - it is a classic that has stood the test of time. In most situations, such products are placed directly against the wall in the center of the room. Their design is quite simple - three frame elements, three blocks in the mattress, a back and, in most cases, armrests, most often a double model. Despite its simplicity, there are a lot of options for such a model. The width of the armrests, the color, the texture of the upholstery, and the material that the sofa is fitted on, vary.

A separate type of direct configuration of the "accordion" is small or children's. He will fit perfectly into the room where the baby lives, and from a certain age, the child will be able to lay out and assemble his own mini-sofa. However, if the upholstery is not “children's”, such a sofa can also accommodate an adult, because they reach 1.95 m in length. The standard width of a small sofa is 1 m.

An “accordion” can be not only a sofa, but also a chair, folding out on the same principle. Most furniture manufacturers (especially the economy and the middle segment) offer models with the same upholstery, folding "accordion", so that they can be placed in one room. The accordion chair is comfortable for sleeping one person of short stature, its width and length are sufficient to accommodate a person comfortably.

These products differ from ordinary sofas with a longer seat, namely not double, but triple (and more). Accordingly, their sleeping place is more extensive.Although in the modern world the boundaries between the types of furniture are so blurred that there are single sofa beds (120 cm wide), one and a half, and double. Therefore, we can only note that a sofa bed is one of the modifications of sofas, and this is limited to.

To lay out a sofa, inside which there is an accordion transformation mechanism, you need to lift the seat by the bottom and hear the characteristic click issued by the safety lock, pull it forward. Stretch until the seat and back are fully extended. You should get a berth of three compartments - the seat, back and back surface of the back. Next, you need to fix the resulting design on the stand, which opens simultaneously with the folding of the seat.

If you choose a sofa on which you plan to sleep every day, then each of its components should have the largest possible margin of safety and durability. Most “accordions” are equipped with the following components:

• the frame is made of stainless or high-strength steel treated with an anti-corrosion compound;
• the material for lamellas or lat is softwood or birch wood, while it must be well dried;
• blocks of independent springs are used as a filler, and the layer is elastic polyurethane foam;
• many products are equipped with a removable textile cover that can be cleaned;
• Truly strong and reliable sofas are upholstered with dense fabric with a high degree of wear resistance covered with anti-claw compound.

One of the main components of the sofa is the frame. From its strength depends on how durable the entire product will be. For sofas in which the “accordion” mechanism is withdrawable or extendable, the frame is a box made of wood, MDF or particleboard. In addition, use a metal mesh or aluminum profile.

It is very important what lamellas are made of. Wood is not always used for their manufacture - it can be plastic, rubber, polypropylene, plywood. Rubber lamellas and polypropylene are denser and do not creak. Be sure to clarify the maximum weight for which the frame is designed, especially if it is planned to sleep on two adults.

As for the mattress, it is better to choose a model with orthopedic. It is he who best affects the quality of daily sleep. Orthopedic mattresses are a system of independent spring blocks and polyurethane foam filler. Perfectly the height of the mattress should be 15 cm (not lower), but you should be prepared for the fact that the depth of the sofa will exceed 1 m. Then the room should have the necessary area to accommodate such a model.

Most furniture manufacturers give customers the opportunity to independently choose the material that will be upholstered in their favorite sofa. Therefore, you can choose either from the samples presented in catalogs or trading floors, or based on your own taste and aesthetic requirements. Popular materials for furniture upholstery are leather (natural and eco), as well as fabric upholstery - jacquard, tapestry, suede, flock, matting, velor. The more often you plan to use a sofa for sleeping, the more natural and wearproof the upholstery should be.

The sleeping place on the “accordion” sofas directly depends on what length and width (and also height) the mattress installed on it has. It can have the size of a single bed (130 or 140 cm by 200 cm), one and half bed - 150 or 160 by 200 cm or a large double bed - 170 or 180x200 cm or even 200x200 cm.If you plan to sleep on the couch for two, then the 1.5-cm model with a width of 150 cm will be narrow, so focus on the double option. Choosing a model Consider the dimensions of the product when unfolded, and also whether the area of ​​your room allows it to accommodate it.

"Accordions" are pretty versatile, to fit into any interior style - from modern to ethnic. However, most of the proposed models with such a folding mechanism looks rather conservative, therefore it looks best in minimalistic or classic interiors. For this, neutral shades are suitable - gray, beige, white, milk.

As for color solutions, today most manufacturers have a choice of any color and texture of the upholstery, you can order two removable covers of different colors to periodically change the situation without replacing furniture in the room (and meanwhile clean the cover).

To check the quality of the product that you liked in design, shape and size, you need to evaluate the following:

• the presence or absence of visible defects - not only on the upholstery, but also inside the sofa: on the lamellas, frame, places of fastening elements check how high-quality seams are, their evenness - they should not “bulge” out of the fabric, creating knolls;
• sounds which the mechanism publishes when folding and unfolding the sofa, as well as how smoothly and easily this happens;
• speed, with which the upholstery returns to its original form after sitting on the sofa; it should not remain holes, hollows, it should not bubble, and so on.

Make sure that the mechanism works as it should - emits a characteristic click when folding and folding. This means that the safety lock performs its function. Be sure to ask the seller quality certificatesthat are available on the product. And also, when buying furniture, a guarantee of 18 months should be provided. If you are offered a shorter warranty period or do not offer it at all, look for another seller. Most likely, this is a low-quality product.

If the sofa is selected in accordance with the requirements for size and shape, it will serve for a longer time. Before you go choose furniture, you need to measure the room in which it will be located, to establish how many square meters the sofa can occupy when unfolded. Later, based on the data obtained, limit the choice to those products that correspond to these parameters.

Find out how easy it is to clean the upholstery, what means you need to do.. And also it is necessary to find out what material the seat and backrest are filled with. This is especially important for allergy sufferers, because if the stuffing causes an allergy, sleep on such a couch will turn into a torment.

Original upholstery and pillows are the highlight of this simple model.

Sofa “accordion” with an ottoman of a pleasant orange hue looks very modern.

Noble velor upholstery, decorative legs and carriage screed finish make this sofa worthy of any interior.

Compact and beautiful mini-sofa harmoniously fits into the children's room.

People who purchased sofas with the accordion transformation mechanism, for the most part, leave positive reviews about the purchase, not only in hot pursuit, but also some time after the acquisition. In the ranking of folding models of sofas, “accordions” occupy one of the leading places.

They note the ease of use, ease of folding and unfolding, the quality of mattresses, comfortable sleep. And also buyers emphasize the strength of the structure after a long time - 6, 8, 10 years after purchase, despite the fact that the sofa is used constantly.Users note the need to purchase a sofa with a removable cover, because after cleaning the product looks like just bought. As well as experienced buyers It is advised to take into account the height and weight of those who will sleep on the couch, as for tall or chubby people it may be small or narrow.

There are also negative reviews. It is not recommended to purchase such a thing as a sofa from unverified sellers and at too low a price. For the model to be strong and durable, it must be made of high-quality materials that can not be cheap. Therefore, if the seller offers you a significant discount or just a product with a suspiciously low cost, it is highly likely that the product will serve you for a very short time.

An overview of the sofa with the accordion mechanism is presented below.