Choosing a roll-out sofa

Each of us sometimes comes guests who need somewhere to accommodate for an overnight stay. The best option in this case is precisely roll-out sofas, which when folded can act as a comfortable single bed, and when unfolded they can form several comfortable beds. In this material you will learn how to choose a high-quality and reliable roll-out sofa.

The roll-out sofa is often used as an alternative to the classic models of beds and sofas. This design has its own individual advantages and disadvantages.

Among the advantages, it is worth noting the following points:

• roll-out models of sofas are most practical in terms of occupied space - they can be placed even in the smallest rooms;
• usually such models are equipped with additional drawers and containers for storing clothes and bedding;
• due to the folding design, such sofas are slightly cheaper than full beds;
• roll-out type sofas have the simplest design possible, which is able to function properly up to several decades;
• retractable sofas do not need special care and are very easy to operate;
• today roll-out models of sofas are presented in a huge assortment, which allows everyone to choose or order an option specifically for their needs and a certain style of interior.

However, there are some nuances that can be attributed to the minuses:

• due to the specific design of the sofas, their roll-out elements are always at a fairly low level;
• internal fittings can lose mobility and deteriorate from corrosion over time;
• withdrawable models have special stands or legs for components that can scratch the floor;
• in modern roll-out sofas, special boxes for linen are often installed, but they are usually not very accommodative.

Modern brands offer a wide variety of sliding sofas. Below are the most popular types with a description of their advantages and disadvantages.

This is one of the most convenient and practical options for retractable sofas. To expand the eurobook, it is enough to pull the seat all the way forward, and lower the headboard into the resulting niche. At the same time, the seat moves in special guides on wheels or rollers.

Key advantages of the Eurobook:

• a very simple folding-unfolding system - this model can be used by both small children and elderly people;
• this kind of sliding sofas is necessarily equipped with spacious inner drawers;
• these beds, even when unfolded, will be an excellent sleeping place for one person;
• the simple design of the roll-out sofas allows you to make models of beds of absolutely any size;
• to lay out such a bed, you do not need extra free space;
• Eurobooks can be equipped with comfortable wooden armrests;
• Due to the simple folding mechanism, such sofas are as even as possible, rarely break and do not need special care.

Retractable sofas with a dolphin mechanism are considered more complex - here, in order to lay out the sofa, you need to find special loops at the bottom of the front of the product and pull them towards you until they stop. This will lead to the appearance of an additional section in which there is a special pillow with hinges. With the help of the hinges, the pillow rises up and is fixed with a metal arc on the same level with the seat of the sofa.

Advantages:

• beds with such a mechanism can qualitatively save free space in the room;
• a sliding pillow is installed on the same level as the sofa seat, which provides a relatively straight and even berth;
• the dolphin mechanism cannot be called difficult to master - even a small child can handle it;
• Looks great in both small and spacious rooms.

Disadvantages:

• the pull-out mechanism, as well as the metal arc exert quite strong pressure on the body of the entire sofa, which requires the purchase of models made exclusively of high-quality wood;
• when used regularly, the dolphin mechanism wears out and loses mobility - usually such sofas serve no more than 7 years.

The principle of operation of such sofas is very simple and resembles the work of bellows - the sliding part of the bed rises and stretches all the way forward (where it is installed on the legs), which leads to the folding back. The result is the most spacious, comfortable and even sleeping place, which can accommodate up to 3 people at a time.

Benefits:

• Accordion sofas are considered the most spacious of all the other types. In such sofas, the back consists of two equally soft and voluminous components, which allows you to create the most spacious berth.
• Despite the absence of a special drawer inside the sofa itself, a small cabinet is usually installed in the drawer for storing laundry.
• The unfolded seat and back of such a sofa are mounted on strong metal legs and equipped with a reliable metal or wooden frame.
• The sliding mechanism of such beds is very simple - even teenagers can handle it.

The disadvantages here, unfortunately, are:

• for folding such a sofa you need free space in front of the front and pull-out parts;
• legs and stands on which the sliding part of the sofa is installed can damage the floor covering;
• a small bedside table may not be enough to store blankets and other bedding.

This is one of the easiest options for pull-out sofas, it is considered an improved version of the classic "book". To lay out such a sofa, you will need:

• remove the pillows;
• push the lower front part of the bed all the way forward;
• lay out the seat of the sofa and place it on the extendable part.

Pros:

• creates a comfortable and spacious berth;
• due to a simple and reliable design can withstand up to 250 kg;
• relatively low cost in contrast to other species;
• there are bulk boxes for storing things and linen;
• can be installed both near the wall and in the corner;
• A simple withdrawable mechanism can be used by both adults and children.

Minuses:

• the roller mechanism or wheels become unusable over time and can scratch the floor;
• Due to the folding design of the seat, the surface may not be smooth enough.

High-rolling sofas or beds of the “Konrad” type are actively gaining popularity today. Transformation sequence:

• the lower front part of the sofa stretches all the way;
• behind it, with the help of the internal accessories of the sofa, the rest of the bed is pulled out;
• the part of the bed where the legs will be located is taken out of the pull-out part and aligned with the seat of the sofa on a metal arc.

Among the advantages of such a sofa are the following:

• high reliability - high roll-out beds can withstand enormous loads;
• the folding mechanism of such sofas is very simple, which makes it as durable and reliable as possible;
• this is one of the most spacious varieties of sofas - several people can fit on them without problems;
• such sofas do not leave scratches and roughness on the floor surface.

Disadvantages:

• for folding such a sofa you need a large amount of free space in front of the front and sliding part;
• usually in such beds there are no compartments and drawers for storing bedding.

Materials that are used as sheathing or filler of such products directly affect the convenience, comfort and durability of the use of furniture. Below will be presented options for materials that are used in upholstery and filling roll-out sofas most often.

The material that is most often used in filling roll-out mattresses is polyurethane. It is a foamed synthetic material, the main feature of which can be considered excellent shape retention for a long time.

The advantages of polyurethane:

• long service life;
• strength and reliability;
• variety of forms;
• various degrees of rigidity;
• completely hypoallergenic;
• does not contribute to the accumulation of dust;
• possesses high softness, elasticity and firmness.

Minuses:

• possesses the increased rigidity in comparison with spring blocks;
• cheap models of polyurethane sofas quickly lose shape and bend.

The synthetic winterizer can be considered the most budgetary filler for upholstered furniture. Unlike other inexpensive analogues, this material is quite durable and is able to maintain its shape and elasticity for a long time.

Advantages:

• light weight;
• low cost;
• excellent thermal insulation and moisture resistance;
• hypoallergenicity;
• differs in good elasticity and firmness;
• can be used in conjunction with other materials.

Minuses:

• It has too soft structure for sofas;
• during prolonged use, it can lose a homogeneous structure and stray into tight lumps.

Hollofiber by many experts is rated as the best material for filling upholstered furniture.

This material has a lot of advantages:

• high degree of hygiene;
• little weight;
• excellent firmness, softness and elasticity;
• affordable price;
• does not cause allergies;
• has good breathability and moisture resistance;
• resistant to burning and thermal effects;
• does not lose structure after prolonged use;
• does not absorb odors.

This material also has its minus - high cost.

Highly flexible synthetic material, the main feature of which are vertically arranged fibers. This material is made using high quality polyester.

Advantages:

• has excellent elasticity and is able to restore elasticity after serious and prolonged loads;
• in addition to elasticity, durafil is completely hypoallergenic;
• The material is resistant to fire and does not accumulate moisture.

The disadvantage is the high cost.

Latex is not particularly popular, but reliable material with a long service life, which is often used in the manufacture of orthopedic mattresses.

The main feature of latex is the ability to fine-tune the texture specifically for the contours of the body of a sleeping person. This helps to effectively distribute the load on the body, eliminates spinal deformities and, on the whole, ensures not only a pleasant, but also a healthy sleep.

The advantages of the material include hypoallergenicity, elasticity and quick restoration of the original form after serious loads. The only drawback of quality latex is the high cost.

Springs or spring blocks - the most classic version, which was first used to fill furniture products. There are several varieties of spring blocks.

• In blocks of type "bonnel" the springs inside the furniture are combined with a steel wire in the form of a spiral.
• Snake - the springs are placed in a horizontal position inside the furniture block.
• Separate Spring Blocks - here all the springs are located vertically and are individually placed in a fabric cover. Several covers are connected in one block, however, each of the springs can be bent regardless of the state of other springs of the same block.

Such fillers have a lot of pleasant advantages:

• long service life;
• high reliability, firmness and elasticity;
• ability to withstand tremendous loads and maintain flexibility;
• completely flat furniture surface;
• excellent water and air permeability;
• the springs are able to adapt to the figure of a sleeping person, which provides the necessary and healthy rigidity.

The disadvantages of spring fillers are also enough:

• in poor-quality furniture, spring blocks can emit unpleasant squeaks, especially in products on metal frames;
• usually upholstered furniture with spring blocks costs much more than options with other fillers;
• in the event of damage to individual units will require expensive repairs.

In the case of roll-out soft furniture, an important role is played not only by the filler, but also by the upholstery material. Consider the most popular options:

• jacquard - moisture resistant, pleasant to the touch and beautiful material that is used in upholstery of elite furniture;

• velor - synthetic and hypoallergenic material with high wear resistance and easy care;

• cotton - expensive, difficult to care for, but pleasant to the touch and incredibly soft material;

• flock - soft, easy-care material, in texture resembling velor;

• matting - strong, durable, unpretentious in leaving and very soft material, it is contraindicated for apartments with dogs and cats;

• skin - An expensive, original and stylish version of the skin, which will retain its appearance for a long time.

When choosing the optimal dimensions of the roll-out sofa, you need to focus on the size of the sleeping room and the number of people who will sleep on the bed. If we consider the opinion of specialists, then as such there are no typical values ​​for the sizes of roll-out sofas - a lot depends on a particular model and brand. On average, the following varieties can be distinguished:

• small-sized, small sofas and mini options usually do not have a width of more than 110 cm;

• narrow single or single roll-out beds differ in width no more than 120 cm;

• the sizes of one and a half models are slightly larger - values ​​from 130 to 140 cm are permissible here;

• double or double options are usually performed with a width of at least 150 or 160 cm;

• if we talk about wide double roll-out sofas or beds with a triple berth, then the sizes 160x200, 180 by 200 and 200x200 cm are usually used here.

Roll-out sofa is a rather serious and expensive purchase, therefore, the choice of such a design should be considered carefully.

• When choosing a model, you should pay attention to folding mechanism. Ease of use and durability of the sofa will depend on the transformation option.

• During gear selection It is advisable to determine the regularity of its future use.

• Estimate the size of the roomin which you want to install such a sofa.

• For greater comfort, it is better to choose sofa options with an integral mattress without folding parts.

• Estimate product placement - in small rooms it is the corner models that will show themselves best, but in the spacious bedrooms any variant of pull-out sofas can be successfully used.

• Decide whether you need compartments for linen or not - This is a great help for large families.

You can only make a general list of recommendations and instructions for using roll-out models of sofas, since each variety, like any individual filler or casing, needs special care.

General tips will be as follows:

• familiarize yourself with the work of the withdrawable mechanism before using any model;
• take care of the sliding mechanism - avoid sharp movements and try to use force to a minimum;
• in order not to cause significant damage to the flooring from the extendable legs or coasters, use soft coasters or buy retractable furniture initially with soft legs;
• avoid sharp loads on the roll-out structures of the sofa, do not let children or animals jump on such furniture, as this may affect the operation of the transformation mechanism.

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