Click-gag sofas: what are and how are laid out?

Surely many have heard about sofas with a click-gag mechanism. With the light hand of a joker, this name was given to models in which a rather characteristic sound is produced during transformation. Today, of the whole variety of upholstered furniture presented on the domestic market, such a system confidently occupies one of the leading positions. Let us dwell in more detail on the typical features of a sofa with a click-gag mechanism.

The transformational mechanism of the click-clack type is quite simple, while it is very reliable and is characterized by special unpretentiousness. The design allows you to adjust in several positions: three modes adjust the back, and one is used for the armrests. The click-gag sofa can easily be converted to bed mode.

If necessary, the user can always adjust the degree of tilt of the back of the sofa, and also sets the position of "reclining". It is allowed to bring the backrest to a vertical state, in this form the sofa can be used for daytime pastime. The use of the latest technology in the design of click-gag modern transformers allows fixing the armrests so as to achieve the most level surface of the sleeping area. The undoubted advantage of the model was the presence of an orthopedic frame - this allows you to fully experience maximum comfort from such a design.

The click-gag sofa is in high demand among consumers in our country, and there are a number of reasons:

• stylish design;
• long term of operation, practicality and durability of the main mechanisms;
• when disassembled, the sofa forms a perfectly flat place without uncomfortable pits and deflections;
• if necessary, the backrest can always be set at an angle of 45 degrees;
• convenient dimensions, thanks to which each user can always choose a product that will be suitable for large rooms, for small rooms, and for spaces with non-standard furniture;
• most models are additionally equipped with spacious drawers where you can place bedding and other bedding.

However, there were some shortcomings.

Although this is the only minus of the model, as you can see, it is solved.

Modern industry offers a wide variety of click-gag sofas. The most common are direct transformers. They have a convenient way of transformation, so even small children can fold and unfold furniture. If desired, the wall can always be installed at an angle.

L-shaped products are more suitable for spacious rooms, although in small rooms with the right arrangement of furniture they can look very interesting. This is a fairly practical solution for the design of corner space, when folded, such furniture can accommodate several people for daytime entertainment.

Many manufacturers additionally complete their very spacious compartment sofaswhere you can store small toys, household items, pajamas, clothes, and bedding. This is a rather necessary function, especially in typical cramped apartments. Thanks to her, there is no need to additionally buy dressers and cabinets.

Very popular these days couch model with adjustable armrests. However, before buying such a sofa, it must be borne in mind that the maximum permissible load on such structures is 30 kg, so you can not sit on them.

The quality of furniture with a click-gag mechanism and the period of its service directly depends on the materials that were used for production.

When purchasing upholstered furniture, you should certainly pay special attention to what material the frame is made of. The best material is multilayer plywoodglued from thin blanks of veneer (usually birch is used). The thicker it is, the more durable the structure itself will be. Such material holds all fittings well and is not subject to deformation during intensive use.

The cheapest models are made of chipboard, they can be immediately determined by weight. Such furniture will be very heavy, so most often they use combined frames in which chipboard is combined with plywood or some metal elements. Such sofas are much more expensive, but more reliable and lighter.

Chipped Particleboard in no way inferior in terms of reliability and density to plywood, but at the same time it greatly reduces the cost of the finished product. However, not every chipboard is suitable for use as a skeleton.

To create a wireframe natural wood can be used, but in this case it is very important that the tree is dried out as best as possible, normally the humidity should not exceed 6-8%, otherwise the material will quickly become cracked.

The most durable is considered a metal welded baseThey are usually equipped with sofas made in a light modern style. In this case, the quality of the starting material, as well as the strength of welding of the nodes, the main joints and the presence of anti-corrosion treatment, are of fundamental importance.

When choosing a sofa, no less attention should be paid to the upholstery and its strength.

The following solutions are considered the most practical.

• Tapestry - this fabric is 60-85% cotton and is considered one of the most durable upholstery materials. The tapestry does not break and at the same time has a very stylish design that can make a sofa a real decoration of the interior.

• Jacquard - A fairly dense fabric with a high strength structure. The canvas is distinguished by good strength, resistance to wear and burnout, such a sofa for a long time retains its original appearance.

• Shenill - one of the most popular upholstery materials, which is characterized by high wear resistance and good strength. In addition, it does not fade under sunlight and for a long time retains its own colors.

In this case, small dies (flexible lamellas) are mounted in the body, which are made of carefully steamed wood. This design provides good air exchange and makes the seat softer. The orthopedic base contributes to muscle relaxation and keeps the spine in a physiologically comfortable positiondue to which the blood circulation in the human body is normalized.

When choosing the optimal mattress, it is important to consider the following factors:

• total user weightwho will spend time on the mattress;
• users age - products for children and adolescents are characterized by a higher degree of rigidity;
• health status - if a person has any problems with the musculoskeletal system, then before choosing furniture with an orthopedic mattress, you must definitely take recommendations from your doctor.

Depending on the age of the user, sofas can have different sizes.

• Child model It has a berth with parameters 110x130x80 cm. These are quite safe products, the child feels comfortable on them, and thanks to a small margin, the sofa can be used for several years.

• Model for teens It is carried out in the dimensions 190x130 cm. Such products take into account the physical development of the teenager, so they can be assembled and disassembled independently, without the help of parents.

• Single sofa for adults It has parameters from 160 to 200 cm in length and 150 cm in width, such dimensions make it possible to withstand a load of up to 300 kg.

• You can also find on sale 1,5- and double options.

It is unlikely that anyone will argue that the whole atmosphere of the room largely depends on the design of the sofa. So, a dented surface and slightly rounded edges create the effect of hospitality, home comfort and family warmth. Such furniture is the best way to promote emotional communication with family and friends.

High pillows and voluminous bedspreads will create a feeling of bohemia and theatrical environment. They are suitable for organizing parties. A model with raised armrests helps to read books in complete privacy and silence.

For a study or reception it is better to choose furniture in dark colors: black, dark, gray, brown or burgundy. For a family with young children, a model with a large number of pillows, with a colorful print on them, will be a good solution. Such accessories fit harmoniously into the non-standard shape of the entire structure. By the way, sofa cushions today are experiencing their second heyday, their use allows you to completely change the interior of the room in a matter of minutes, as well as smooth out any disproportions in the footage of the room and furniture.

Light shades create a feeling of lightness and additional light in space - thereby they visually expand the boundaries of the room and give an atmosphere of purity and freshness. Modern sofas come in many different styles. It can be both classic sofas and models in the style of Provence.

When buying a sofa for a home, it is better to give preference to trusted manufacturers, since only they can ensure the high quality of their products. Companies such as, for example, "Shatura furniture". Sofas from this manufacturer are in high demand among our compatriots. They are represented in most trading houses in our country.

Furniture Holding - This company has launched the production of sofas of the middle value segment. Anderssen - The company specializes in premium segment sofas, including a click-gag system. All products without exception have a very beautiful design and are equipped with a spacious roomy drawer.

No less popular in the domestic market is products Belarusian manufacturers. Pinskdrev - The company was created at the end of the XIX century. For more than a century, it has been producing top-quality sofas in various price segments, including genuine leather models.

"Lagoon" - Another large enterprise that produces sofas with a fairly budgetary cost, almost every Russian family can afford such a model.

In order to make it easier to navigate, we offer a small overview of the most popular models.

This is a triple sofa with metal legs, it looks very stylish, it can be installed both in the living room, in the bedroom or even in the nursery. The manufacturer offers a wide selection of upholstery materials.

Model Parameters:

• size - 20.4 × 10.5 × 95 cm;
• berth - 20.40 × 13.80 cm;
• filler - spring set + PPU;
• there is a spacious box;
• frame made of chipboard, fiberboard;
• fabric - value / flock.

Perhaps the only drawback of the product, in the absence of removable covers in the kit, is that it makes it uncomfortable to clean the sofa in case of contamination.

Truly luxurious corner unit with spring unit.

Product Parameters:

• size - 320x171x106, 317x218 cm;
• berth - 112х174х106 cm, 218х112 cm;
• the back is displayed in parts;
• filler - PPU.

In order to choose a model of a single or double sofa with a click-gag mechanism of the highest quality, the manufacturer recommends pay particular attention to the following factors at the time of purchase.

• Personally verify the functionality of the transformation mechanism - the sofa should fold and unfold without effort, no jamming is allowed.
• Look at the upholstery - the fabric should be smooth, no snags, holes, poorly stitched corners, as well as traces of contamination.
• Check the sofa inside - all fasteners should be tightened, there should not be any cracks and chips on the skeleton.
• If you plan to purchase sofa with a drawer, you must definitely check its capacity.
• Orthopedic mattress It will be a pretty serious advantage, but at the same time it will repeatedly increase the cost of the product.

The upholstery gives a finished look to any sofa, it is she who is responsible for the furniture matching the click-gag interior.

The material used for the upholstery of sofas should take into account the following parameters:

• how many people will use the sofa daily;
• whether there are animals and small children in the house;
• where you are going to place the furniture - in the room or in the kitchen.

A sofa with a click-gag mechanism has only one folding option. The instructions are simple. First you need to slightly raise the seat, and then gently pull up until the moment when there is a click. Then the seats can be lowered, they will pull the backrest so that it lies horizontally.

The owners of click-gag sofas need to pay attention to the fact that the system must be regularly lubricated with high-quality engine oil, since it is precisely its absence on the surface that often becomes the root cause of any breakdown. The fact is that when the parts work “dry”, friction between them increases significantly, and this greatly accelerates the wear of the contacting elements. All this leads to the appearance of backlash, as a result, there is a skew of the modules.

To avoid such a nuisance, it is necessary immediately after the acquisition to work out all the cells and parts. Usually use heavy engine oil for lubrication. high quality that does not dry for a long time. First, a section of the mechanism, which is located in the center, is processed, then four rivets in the area where the box for the linen and the sofa seat are connected, the last one is lubricated with the elements located in the center directly between the frame frames.

If there is no such cover, then sooner or later each user will be faced with the necessity of hauling furniture.

Even with the smallest sofa in the process of transportation, problems often arise, so sofas are usually sorted out before being moved. This contributes to the convenience of transportation and the safety of all the basic elements. To prevent breakage and premature wear, it is best to entrust the analysis of the sofa to professionals, since the lack of the necessary experience and working skills is fraught with unpleasant consequences. Even with a successful analysis, it is possible that you will not be able to assemble the sofa correctly.

During transportation, soft parts are usually wrapped in stretch film, and wooden armrests in corrugated cardboard. This allows you to bring all the products safe and sound to a new place.

Analyzing customer reviews about click-gag folding sofas left on various forums and thematic sites, we can say that for the most part they are positive. Users note the stylish appearance of the models, as well as their ergonomics and high functionality. In addition, the simplicity of assembly and disassembly speaks in favor of the mechanism, which makes it possible to install furniture even in the children's room - the children will be able to fold and unpack the sofa themselves without contacting their parents.

The undoubted advantage of these sofas is the use of lamellas in designs, due to which the option of an orthopedic bed is realized. This largely protects the body from the development of pathologies of the musculoskeletal system, provides the user with the highest quality rest, helps relieve muscle tension in the back and neck. The listed characteristics determine the comfortable position of the body during sleep and rest.

Transforming sofas with a click-gag mechanism is far from a novelty of domestic and foreign manufacturers. These products were produced back in ancient Soviet times, however, since then absolutely everything has been improved in them: both the frame and the upholstery. We offer you a small photo selection of the most spectacular modern sofas.

See how the sofa with the click-gag mechanism unfolds in the next video.