How to choose a comfortable and beautiful sleeping sofa?

The assortment of sofas is constantly updated with new models of various modifications. One of the most popular and sought after are cozy sleeping models. They are chosen by many consumers who want to purchase both a convenient and multifunctional piece of furniture. In this article, we will take a closer look at similar designs and find out which varieties they are divided into.

The sofa, additionally performing the tasks of a berth, is a very useful and functional piece of furniture. Similar products often become the best solution, especially if there is no room for a standard large bed in the home or you need to place additional sleeps. Modern manufacturers offer many varieties of these furniture designs. Get to know them better.

In many homes, you can see the classic models of standard straight sofas. Furniture of this design is found in many stores. Standard sleeping sofas have the simplest rectangular structure. Their design does not include angular or rounded parts. Usually such products are put along one of the free walls in the room.

Angular-style sleeping sofas are insanely popular and in demand today. Manufacturers regularly release new models of such upholstered furniture, complementing it with various functional details.Of course, products with a bed for sleeping, a bar counter or a safe are quite expensive for customers, but they prove to be very useful in operation.

Corner sleeping sofas can have the structure:

• L or L;
• U-shaped.

The first options (L- and L-shaped) are ideal for rooms of a limited area. Such pieces of furniture are usually placed in an unoccupied corner. Thus, the usable space remains as functional, and the sleeping sofa does not overload the interior and does not overlap the passage area.

Modern U-shaped models of sofas can also be sleeping. These products look expensive and luxurious, but take up much more free space than L-shaped or L-shaped structures. For a small room, this type of sofa is absolutely not suitable, and the U-shaped model costs more.

Radius (or bay window) sofas look very elegant and rich. Such rounded models look particularly organic and attractive in non-standard layouts. Often radius sofas, along with corner or rectangular models, are equipped with spacious storage systems. Boxes can have impressive sizes, they can accommodate many different items.

A large assortment of consumers can please modern couches with an extra bed. Such designs are presented in a wide price range. The design and dimensions of such products also allow you to choose the best model for everyone.

On sale there are often couches with a berth, designed for installation in a kitchen. More functional options are also sold with large drawers for storing a variety of items. The design of the couches can be either classic rectangular or angular. Meet very comfortable items with a high back and armrests (there may be 1 or 2).

All sleeping sofas that are on sale today can also be divided into the following types:

• single - in such designs provides a berth for only 1 person;

• one and a half - a larger sleeping sofa, this option is considered more convenient than a small single;

• double - the sofa is designed for 2 people, but if necessary, a child can additionally fit here;

• three bedroom - designed for 3 users, in most cases, these models are purchased by family people who need more free space to sleep.

Existing sofa beds are separated not only by shape and structure, but also by the mechanism that opens the berth. Often, consumers make the choice of the ideal furniture design based on this important criterion.

Sleeping sofas equipped with such a mechanism are considered one of the simplest and most unpretentious. There is nothing complicated in their work. This piece of furniture can be easily and quickly turned into 2 comfortable beds. The product has 2 main parts that can be equipped with reliable woven upholstery.

The process of folding and cleaning the product with such a system is carried out in several steps:

• first you need to carefully raise the seat of the sofa until you hear a characteristic click;
• then the seat goes down and the sofa can be laid out;
• folding is no less simple - the seat is lifted until a click is heard;
• then they lower it, the sofa again takes its original position.

A sofa bed with a book mechanism has a lot of positive characteristics, for example:

• the design of this furniture to the limit is simple and clear, it rises very easily and falls again - even a fragile girl can easily cope with all procedures;
• due to the simplicity of the design, home craftsmen have the opportunity to make such furniture with their own hands;
• such a sleeping sofa can be compact in size and will not take up much space in the room;
• models with the "book" mechanism are presented in a very rich assortment.

The second most popular are sleeping sofas equipped with a mechanism called the "Eurobook". Such a system can be roll-out or folding.

The Eurobook mechanism is multifunctional, practical, wear resistant. Sofas with this design are bought for both home and cottage. They are laid out simply:

• first, the seat will need to be moved forward (for this, small withdrawable rollers are provided in its device);
• after that, a small niche will appear in the inner part, into which a part of the structure will form, playing the role of the back of the furniture;
• the result is a double bed.

The main advantages of sofa beds with this mechanism:

• compact dimensions;
• when unfolded, products take up almost as much space as when folded;
• complete with a similar design is a storage box in which you can place all the necessary things.

Modern sleeping models of sofas, in the device of which there is an accordion mechanism, are in great demand. It has many fasteners, so such furniture is more expensive. Externally, the product is a strong sliding frame made of durable metal. Also, the device provides rigid lateral orthopedic lamellas.

Let's analyze the main features of this mechanism of sleeping sofas.

• The disassembly method has much in common with the classic withdrawable models. To do this, raise the seat and pull it slightly towards you. The mechanism will roll out by itself and stand in the correct position.
• After the folding is complete, a large and absolutely flat base appears - a bed for sleeping. There are no bumps or cavities on it.
• One and a half sofas with an accordion system are well suited for small users. Such furniture is often placed in children's rooms, where kids from 5 years old live.
• Most of the items are sold with a spring unit and an orthopedic mattress, so you don’t have to buy the latter as an addition.

Many stores display sleeping modifications of sofas with a dolphin mechanism. The specified system is relatively new, but this did not prevent it from gaining enviable popularity among buyers.

Options with the mechanism in question are laid out as follows:

• you need to pull the loop, which is securely attached to the compartment, located directly under the seat of the sofa;
• pull up and on yourself;
• then the section moves and is fixed next to the seat part, as a result of which there is a wide place for sleeping.

The dolphin mechanism has several main advantages:

• forms the most even, comfortable surface for sleeping;
• manufacturers provided for the presence of a capacious box for storing things (usually this element is located in the non-rollout half);
• the examined mechanism decomposes very easily and quickly, without unnecessary efforts;
• Upholstered furniture with this design can be delivered in any room.

This system has a special triple folding mechanism, which is located under the seat cushions. Sleeping sofas with such a transformation mechanism are not so common and are still considered relatively new. Before decomposing such a structure, it is required to remove the pillows from the furniture. Next, you need to pull the special handle and extend the lower half. Only after this the design will gradually unfold.

Before buying upholstered furniture with the considered mechanism, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with some of its characteristics.

• The berth here is a frame consisting of 3 sections, which are interconnected by means of hinged parts. Its main complement is a soft mattress of orthopedic type.
• The multifunctional models of sofas with the “French clamshell” mechanism when folded have modest dimensions, so they can be safely installed even in small rooms.
• It is believed that such furniture is more suitable for guests. If you use such a sofa regularly, it will soon lead to the fact that under loads the mattress will begin to sag.
• The considered designs have one significant drawback - there is no free space for storing things.

When choosing a sleeping sofa for any room, it is important to consider its size. The dimensions of the furniture should correspond to the quadrature of the selected room.

Depending on the chosen model of the sofa, its width and length can vary - 120, 140, 150, 160, 170, 180, 250 cm. For small rooms, they often take short models. Under certain conditions, it is possible to place only mini-products without the possibility of folding.

Today on sale most often there are models of folding or sliding sofas with the following dimensional values:

• 160x200;
• 200x200;
• 180x200;
• 120x200;
• 140x200;
• 120x190;
• 130x200;
• 100x200;
• 90x200;
• 150x200;
• 140x190;
• 100x190 cm.

In stores you can find multifunctional sleeping sofas of different depths. It will be possible to choose both modest, shallow, and models with more impressive parameters. The most common are products with a depth of 70 or 80 cm.

Choosing the best sofa with a berth, it is important to pay attention to its design design. You should be aware of some simple rules for selecting the ideal option for you.

• The sofa should be made in the same style as the surroundings. For example, in a catchy Baroque style, an exquisite model on high curly legs made of expensive materials will be appropriate. For minimalism, a simple and concise option without ostentatious luxury is more suitable.

• In modern interiors, it is recommended to have discreet models devoid of classic lines. Clear geometry is desirable. It will be appropriate leather upholstery, finish without joints.

• For a classic style, natural light fabrics are desirable. Wooden parts are allowed, carved elements on the furniture may be present.

• Furniture color is important. The sofa should not have exactly the same color as the walls in the room. In this case, the design simply dissolves against the general background. Differences should be at least in tonality.

• Colors The selected sofa can be “reinforced” by the color of the stretch ceiling, curtains or other textiles in the room.

• Furniture with colorful patterns and prints it is better to put in a room with a neutral and calm, monophonic finish. Otherwise, the interior will turn out to be lurid and annoying - in paints and small details you need to be moderate.

If you want to choose a really high-quality sofa bed, this must be done especially scrupulously and carefully. It is advisable to pay attention to a number of basic criteria.

• It is important to ensure the high quality assembly of the selected products. Assemble and disassemble the design you like at least a couple of times. Make sure that it does not creak, does not get stuck or crunch anywhere. The mechanism should not be too heavy.

• It is advisable to carefully read all the labels on the furniture. So you will definitely know what care the selected sofa needs. If you neglect this item, in the future you can encounter a lot of problems, for example, when removing a stain that appears on the upholstery.

• Inspect all the small parts and fasteners in the design of the sofa. All components must be in place, well fixed.

• The size of the sofa is important. Decide in advance where exactly the place for the furniture will be allocated - in the bedroom instead of beds, in the loggia, in the kitchen, in the hall or in the nursery. Measure the selected room. Based on the available free squares, you need to choose the dimensions of the furniture.

• Carefully inspect the condition of the upholstery on the folding sofa. On the material (any) there should not be worn or faded areas, sticking threads, holes or torn places.

• Do not forget about the design of upholstered furniture. As mentioned above, a sofa of any modification should harmoniously fit into the environment, and not be knocked out of it.

• Try to buy only branded sofas with built-in berth. Of course, branded products are often expensive, but there are no unnecessary problems with them - they last longer, are more durable and attractive.

• It is better to buy a high-quality sleeping sofa in a proven furniture salon. You can visit a monobrand outlet, if available in the city.

Modern sleeping sofas are presented in a wide assortment. The stores display models of all colors and styles. You can choose the perfect model for the interior, designed in any way. Let's consider several harmonious and attractive examples in which the considered furniture is present.

The sofa with the “eurobook” mechanism, which has brown seats, a yellow lower part, wooden high armrests and pillows (back) with contrasting colors, will look harmonious in a room with bright walls and floors. On the contrary, you can put a coffee table in delicate colors, and lay a beige carpet on the floor.

In the motley interior, which contains bold colors and daring decorations, a large corner sofa will look spectacular and original in which several juicy shades are collected at once. You can make the furniture even brighter by adding rich decorative pillows to peas. Such an idea of ​​interior design will be enjoyed only by courageous individuals who love rich color schemes.

A chic L-shaped sofa of large length with cream leather upholstery can become a real decoration of the interior, made in a modern way. Walls can be contrasting - dark. It is worth laying a fluffy carpet on the light floor and placing a black coffee table in front of a sofa with a hidden berth.

In the room against the backdrop of soft cream walls, you can put a stylish corner sofa a couple of darker tones. It will be good if the product has armrests with dark upper surfaces - so the sofa will stand out more against the background of light walls. Opposite it is worth putting a black glass table of an unusual shape.

Against the background of walls in gray tones, a folding minimalist sofa in pale green tones will look perfect. At the same time, it is worth laying a black fluffy carpet on the floor and putting a tall shiny floor lamp next to it.

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