How to choose a convertible sofa bed for a small apartment?

When the question arises of buying a sofa-transformer, many owners of tiny apartments are lost among a large assortment. After all, it is necessary to choose a compact model with maximum functionality and acceptable dimensions of a berth. The material in this article will tell you about the types of multifunctional sofas and help determine their choice.

Transformable sofas, purchased for small apartments, have a number of features. They are compact in assembled form, have a different level of functionality, save usable space and create the effect of visible space.

This furniture has many advantages. It is different:

• aesthetic appeal;
• a variety of shapes and sizes;
• wide color palette and design;
• the presence of storage systems;
• a variety of transformation mechanisms;
• the possibility of placement in the corners;
• space zoning ability;
• frame material, upholstery and filling;
• variability of unit prices.

Along with the advantages, transformer sofas for arranging small rooms have several drawbacks. For example, multifunctional sofas are far from always compact. Only the simplest of them can successfully fit into a small space.

In comparison with the analogues of the traditional type, they wear out faster due to constant transformation.If you lay them out daily, the transformation mechanisms loosen the frame. In addition, sofas are designed for different maximum permissible loads, they are not universal at all.

So that they look harmoniously in a particular room, you need to select furniture elements that are appropriate in style and design. At the same time, they are far from suitable for every interior style. If in modern style they look appropriate, then for interiors of retro, vintage styles are not suitable.

The furniture market is full of offers for every taste and budget. The entire existing assortment can be classified according to various criteria. For example, according to the type of execution, the models are straight and angular. According to the folding mechanism, the products differ in manual, spring, roll-out, lift, swivel and folding transformation options.

Depending on the modification, the transformable sofas are distinguished by vertical extension or horizontal rolling out. Structurally, the models consist of a frame, a mattress, a headboard, a device for transformation, retractable supports, a pencil case with shelves or drawers for linen. Furniture can combine the functions of:

• sofas and beds;
• sofas, beds and tables;
• sofa, table and wardrobe.

This piece of furniture has a different configuration, size and shape. The sofa bed is great for arranging a small apartment. When unfolding, it turns into a full bed with a berth for 1-2 people. At the same time, modifications are traditional and built-in.

Traditional products for small rooms can have a different transformation mechanism. Since in small rooms furniture is often installed close to each other, folding mechanisms should include rolling out or turning forward. At the same time, they can be both retractable, folding, and lifting.

Analogs of the built-in type can be part of a furniture set. As a rule, they are embedded in niches. The transformation mechanism of such furniture is lifting or withdrawable, as well as folding. Such sofas are compact and comfortable, often have a low back and soft armrests.

4-in-1 transformer models are nothing more than multifunctional products that combine several items: a sofa, a bed, a wardrobe and a desk. In fact, this is a built-in type of furniture, the appearance of which when assembled is different. For example, some products are like sofas installed close to the wall, others look like an armchair with a table, built into the furniture set.

There are those that, when folded, look like an ottoman with pillows, built into a niche with a cantilevered shelf. The transformation of these products varies, but more often the sleeping unit is located above the sofa. Its back can be decorated with any print. When unfolding occurs, the sleeping block with the mattress is lowered onto the sofa.

If the sofa has soft modular seat cushions, at the request of them create a headboard. If this is not necessary, they are cleaned in the internal compartments or bedding drawers. The shelves of this furniture are small and not wide.

The size of the countertops is sufficient to use the transformer as a desktop or desk.

Products of this group are different. Laconic options have a berth-seat and 2 side-chairs. When assembled, they are no different from ordinary sofas. In the spread out, in addition to the bed, they form a table with chairs and even poufs.

The main part of the modifications is a complex structure with a table and its supports, which, when assembled, serve as the armrests and back of the sofa. The configuration of the models can be different: the armrests are rigid, soft, straight, curly, monolithic, bifurcated. Depending on the modification, the backrest can be supplemented with soft pillows of various shapes.

The tabletop of these products is narrow and wide, it differs in length and shape. You can install sofa tables in the kitchen, living room and a small one-room apartment with a tiny kitchen.

Their key disadvantage is the inability to place close to the wall. However, they themselves are very functional and can fit at the table not only the owners of the house, but also their guests.

Modifications of this type differ from traditional counterparts. Externally, these products resemble bunk beds.

However, unlike them, the lower tier has comfortable soft backs and armrests. In addition, two-level type sofa beds can have spacious drawers for storing bedding.

As a rule, they are equipped with stairs, which can be located on the facade or on the side. One of the sidewalls can be equipped with a rack or compact shelves in order to increase functionality. The bed, located on the upper level, is equipped with sides.

It can be used in rooms for children and adolescents. The furniture is suitable for small children, where same-sex children live. The transformation mechanism of such products is usually roll-out, folding or lifting. Products vary in shape, have walls of different configurations, are often equipped with supports, which simplifies cleaning under the sofa.

This furniture is a structure consisting of a sofa built into the closet. The transformation system in this case involves folding forward. Depending on the model, the product may have supports and armrests.

Like the 4 in 1 model, some modifications have a wall panel or a berth block located above the sofa. Other options are equipped with shelves, which, depending on the design of the structure can be located both above the sofa, and on both sides of it. Shelves as they unfold can become supports for the sleeping unit of the bed.

Models of such products are distinguished by the design and capacity of storage systems. Cabinet shelves can be open, closed, combined. Some models are equipped with built-in spotlights or other types of lighting to enhance user convenience.

The sizes of transforming sofas can be the most diverse. It depends on the type of construction. For example, compact sofas with folding to bed take up less space. Often they can be installed close to the wall or even the windowsill. Their average length is 2 m, excluding the width of the armrests. Together with them, the product occupies 2.3 m of usable area in length.

At the same time, the width of the countertop is 60 cm. If the sofa is laid out, the parameters of its berth will be 201x95 cm, while the width of the blocks will already be a few centimeters wide.

As for the sofa-cabinets for small rooms, depending on the type of execution, their length can be 2-2.3 m. The average height of the cabinet usually does not exceed 2.4 m. Corner-type modifications or sofas with an ottoman (145 cm) are in length up to 2.5 m. The depth of their seat is approximately 70 cm. The depth of the cabinet does not exceed 45 cm.

Choosing one or another model of a sofa-bed-transformer for the arrangement of a small room, it is necessary to take into account a number of factors. The key of these is the transformation mechanism.Each system requires a certain amount of space for layout. Lifting options are considered more convenient and practical. Their supports do not scratch the surface of the floor.

In search of a better option, they try to choose a more practical sofa-transformer. It is desirable that the model has internal drawers for storing bedding. At the same time, the handle of the box should not protrude beyond its facade, so that during operation the user can not be injured about them.

At the time of purchase, you need to think about the manufacturing materials of the model you like.

In addition, such furniture looks solid and raises the status of any interior. Analogs with a frame from wood processing products are shaken during operation much faster. This furniture requires careful handling and is designed for several years of service. She is afraid of random mechanical shocks and loses her attractive appearance.

The ideal upholstery material is genuine or artificial leather. Of the textile upholstery materials, it is worth noting flock: it is not afraid of water and is resistant to the claws of pets.

We offer several examples of successful transformer models for small rooms:

• sofa bed for a comfortable living room;

• sofa bed-table for arranging a bright room;

• product as part of a modular system;

• compact option for a small room;

• sofa bed with shelving and shelf.

In the next video, you can visually get acquainted with the functional features of the sofa-bed-transformer 3 in 1.