Double sofas: features, types and choices

A sofa is an important piece of furniture in any home that makes everyday life more comfortable and cozy. And if the sofa combines the function of a berth, the owner also wins in saving living space. Perhaps that is why sofa beds have gained such high popularity.

Let's consider in more detail the features, types and selection of double sofas.

A sofa bed is special furniture that serves as a simple sofa for relaxing after work, and as a full place to sleep. It combines convenience, space saving and multifunctionality.

The advantages of hybrid sofas are as follows:

• space saving - in small houses, such furniture is simply irreplaceable, as it combines the functions of several objects;
• storage space - inside the sliding versions there is free space intended for storing clothes or sleeping clothes in it;
• design - sofa beds perfectly complement the interior, eliminating the need to select a second piece of furniture for a pleasant look; in some embodiments, there are additional elements, like pillows that come with the kit;
• Benefit for health - modern double sleeping sofas are produced using orthopedic mattresses that protect the human body from problems with curvature of the spine and support its healthy posture;
• convenience in transportation - prefabricated models are easy to disassemble and assemble, which is especially useful when moving or wanting to transfer this furniture to a summer cottage.

It is worth paying attention to the disadvantages of sofa beds.

• Vulnerability. Some sofa beds may be less durable than ordinary furniture. This is primarily due to their structure, which is quite fragile.
• Cost. Sofa beds are more expensive than specialized furniture that performs only one function. The difference can be up to double the price.

Double sofas are presented in several varieties.

• "Book" - the most famous type of folding sofa bed. Easy to deploy when lifting the seat up with moving it horizontally. This version is equipped with armrests and a laundry section.

• Eurobook - common view. Like the "book", it is easily and quickly transformed, while possessing more convenient controls and increased strength.

• "Pantograph" - a sofa bed repeating the Eurobook. The difference is that the seats are not rolling out, but sliding forward with a slight rise.

• "Roll out" folds out using a special belt under the seats. The front part is rolled out, following the rest of the elements. This version is spacious, with two separate berths and a very reliable deployment mechanism.

• "Dolphin" also unfolds through the strap. This is a simple and reliable mechanism. As a rule, direct versions of the "dolphin" do not include a linen compartment, while the corner ones have an additional section.

• "Accordion" - double sofa bed model. It has a sliding frame made of metal with lamellas on the sides. Such a sofa unfolds when raising the seat and pulling it onto yourself. This version has a spacious sleeping space, with a flat and comfortable surface.

In size, sofa beds are of the following types:

• on 3 places - standard length from 2 to 2.5 m; width is from 800 to 1000 mm; height, taking into account the back, does not exceed 1 meter;
• on 2 places - the length is 1.7 m, and the width is similar to triple models;
• for children - compact sofa beds; despite the small dimensions, the length is from 2 m, and the width when unfolded - about 1.7 m;
• angular - as a rule, in 4 places, but possibly more; length is about 70–80 cm in place.

Sofa beds have the following conditions, based on which their sizes change:

• main - for the ratio of the size of the furniture with its intended placement in the space of the house;
• spread out - to account for free space during deployment;
• sleeping - sometimes takes up less space than in expanded format.

In some cases, the dimensions of the deployed sofa may differ from the standard values ​​of 400 mm. In the case of a high back, when it is approximately at the level of the back of the head, the depth of the seat can reach 600 mm. This option involves a snug fit to the human back.

It is worth considering all these factors when choosing a suitable sofa bed.

The materials from which the furniture is made directly affect the appearance and quality characteristics of the product. But they also affect the cost of sofa beds. For lovers of an expensive interior with an elitist look, models in a classic or old-fashioned design, with additional decorations, are suitable. Such products, as a rule, have a wooden base made of oak, ash, beech or pine frame. Upholstery can be made of genuine leather, suede or velvet.

Simple modern style is embodied in economical sofa beds. Frames of such instances consist of chipboard or a combination of wood and chipboard.For upholstery, cotton, flock, faux suede or leather substitutes are used. The cost of such products is low, and the quality meets the norm.

High-tech or minimalist furniture is made from reliable and inexpensive materials. The frame is most often made of metal, which is why the sofa bed lasts a long time, is inexpensive and easy to repair. Upholstery is made from inexpensive substitutes for leather or durable and durable materials, such as arpatek.

Before buying a sofa bed, you need to consider and analyze several factors, thanks to which you can choose the best option.

• Necessary determine the size of living space, as well as choose a place to place new furniture. For this, space measurements are taken taking into account window sills and heating facilities. Do not forget about the dimensions of the doorways so that the furniture can pass through them. Based on the data collected, the type of furniture purchased is determined. For a small room, direct models are best, and for spacious rooms angular options are possible.

• Determine the number of beds. Depending on the person sleeping on the couch, the size of the purchased item must be taken into account. A width of 80-120 cm will be enough for one person, and at least 140 cm for two.

• Determine the main purpose of the sofa. The sofa bed can serve as the main place to sleep, as well as a backup option for guests. The frequency of operation of the deployment mechanism depends on this, so with frequent use it is necessary to choose an instance with the most reliable mechanism from suitable materials.

• The need for additional elements. The most important of them is an additional department for storing bedding, which is not present in any model. Bonuses include the presence of complete pillows, as well as pedestals as coasters.

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