Folding sofas

Folding sofa - the most popular type of upholstered furniture. Many do not know which version of the ones on the market is best suited to the interior of their living room. After all, each model has a different kind of folding, materials of manufacture, shape and color.

It is impossible to imagine a modern living room without upholstered furniture, especially without a sofa. They come in all kinds. One of the most comfortable to use are folding patterns. It is necessary that the selected item was successfully combined with the overall design, was of high quality, comfortable, practical and served as long as possible. Therefore, the choice is very often difficult.

Folding models have both obvious advantages and some disadvantages.

• Folding furniture is an option chosen by owners of small spaces. The living room in their case serves as a bedroom, a place for recreation, and a center for holding parties with friends.Thus, the obvious advantage of a folding sofa is its compactness and space saving. It can also be single or double.
• The next advantage of this type will be functionality. In most samples of folding beds there is a box for linen, in which it is convenient to put pillows, linen, and a blanket. This frees up space in the closet.
• Versatility folding sofas manifested in the abundance of possibilities of use. Sleep, rest, reading, watching TV, working, playing with children - all this can be done on such a sofa.
• Well, the last is not the most obvious advantage - variety of models and types of folding sofas. The user can choose the furniture to your liking, pick it up for the interior of the apartment or room. Also, as we wear out, you can change the upholstery of the sofa, thereby increasing its service life.

Because of the versatility of the folding sofas, they inevitably become a sleeper. The most popular dimensions of such places:

• 200x180 cm - an analogue of a 2-seater bed;
• 200x200 cm - for a small company of people, maybe three-person;
• 200x160 cm - quite suitable option for a couple;
• 150x55 - a corner for sleeping in the kitchen. Excellent opportunity to use as a bed for guests.

The layouts of sofas are differentiated according to two main features: comfort in use and the limit of mechanical stability. It is necessary to take into account whether the user will lay out the furniture all the time for himself or he will use it only when guests unexpectedly descend into the house.

When choosing folding furniture, one should not forget about the following parameters:

• strength of the transformation mechanism;
• durability of the materials from which the furniture is made;
• the size;
• style.

The best and most convenient way of layout, in the opinion of the majority of owners of sofas, is “tik-so”.

The mechanism of its layout is designed in such a way that helps preserve the flooring. This is due to the special wheels, which are located at the end of the legs. During the operation of this type of linoleum and flooring is absolutely not affected. Other advantages of the “tick-toe” model include its style, reliability of the mechanism and ability to withstand loads.

Also popular is the dolphin layout. The name goes back to how the dolphin diving process looks. And the transformation procedure, in turn, resembles precisely this action. Taking a loop of one part of this piece of furniture, you need to pull it to the level with the main part. Then, taking another loop on the corresponding part, pull out the hidden part of the structure, and it turns out to be a comfortable and roomy place to sleep.

Often such a mechanism is used in corner sofas. They are very easy to use, have a box for linen, reliable and quality. Not being the most budget option, Dolphins are still popular because they remain one of the convenient ways to arrange guests.

Other common ways:

• "Book". The most time-tested design, the most convenient and easy to use. In order to expand the sofa, you need to raise one half and lower. It will be comfortable as a double bed. Pros: budget, durable, not requiring repairs. Cons: folding the sofa requires a certain amount of power, you need free space behind the back of the sofa.

• "Click-klyak." The modernized model of a sofa-book. The difference from the previous model is that this model of the sofa has the positions of “semi”, that is, half-sitting and half-sitting. Pros: easy to use, small. Cons: with daily use wears out quickly, difficult to lay out. The same drawback, you need free space behind the back.

• "French cot". Today is one of the best-selling species. When the layout removes all the additional elements of decor, such as pillows. The sofa should be spread vertically, then it moves towards itself and is placed in a comfortable position. Pros: narrow, compact, a wide variety of models. Disadvantages: lack of space for linen and blankets, scrupulous work when folding the sofa.

• "Accordion". The name "accordion" - from the category of "speaking" names.The mechanism of this piece of furniture - roll-out, consisting of several sections, connected by a special device. Two departments form the back, the third part is the seat. Pros: In the unfolded state, the sofa creates a much larger number of beds. Cons: you need a lot of unoccupied other furniture space.

The living room is the main space in the apartment, which should be organized as functional and beautiful as possible. Perfectly chosen cozy stylish designer furniture is able to visually change the place of residence. Depending on the style of the room, the sofa can become either the embodiment of coziness and family comfort, or a place for rallying friends and noisy company.

The form of this piece of furniture allows, firstly, to zone a room, and secondly, to create a concrete style.

1. Round sofa creates a comfortable, soft atmosphere. Thanks to its softer forms, it turns space into a relaxation zone.
2. Direct options transform the space into more working. Clear boundaries make it possible to distinguish between areas of recreation and active study. At the same time, it should be understood that the sofa itself is an object perceived as a place of relaxation.
3. Semicircular folding sofas - a compromise between the severity of sharp boundaries and the weightlessness of round sofas. The form of this type of furniture should fit into the functionality of the room so that it does not lose its most important qualities and at the same time looks presentable and pretty. Semicircular options not only save space, but also make it attractive both as a work area and a rest area.

The material from which the folding sofa is made, is conventionally divided into internal and external. The inner must be chosen, paying attention to the benefits it can bring. For example, orthopedic models can minimize back pain. External upholstery - allows you to extend the life of the sofa. It can be replaced as wear.

For the most quality sleep, you must make a choice in favor of the most convenient types of furniture. The ideal option would be orthopedic sofas. Such an instance is capable of supporting the human spine in the correct position.This contributes to the fact that the rest on such furniture will be the most correct. Such options are much more expensive than usual.

A great sofa must have good upholstery material. Its price is 60% dependent on this parameter. Durability and long service life of furniture depends on the fabric, which it is upholstered. In addition, it is necessary to take into account whether homeowners have cats, dogs or children. In the case of children, it is necessary to pay attention to the non-toxicity of the material. If there are animals in the apartment, then you need to choose a material that will be scratch resistant.

Leather option - magnificent and presentable, which will always attract attention to itself. But it does not suit those owners of the apartment who have pets. Well-chosen accessories and interior elements can make a home a small part of England.

Eco-leather - the most modern and fashionable material that is used in the manufacture of furniture.This option is suitable for vegetarians and all those who are not indifferent to the environment. In addition, eco-leather is a budget and economical version of the upholstery of a folding sofa.

Furniture from rattan allows you to make the atmosphere exotic and unusual. A sofa, table, armchairs and other objects can successfully fit into the interior of the villa or an apartment decorated in ethnic style. A woven version of artificial or natural rattan can be an attractive place for parties with friends or a relaxation area alone.

The most important advantage of rattan furniture is the fact that it serves from 20 to 30 years. The reason for this is the method of manufacture. In order to produce wicker sofas, strong and strong stalks of rattan palm grown in Indonesia and Malaysia, or artificial rattan, which is not inferior to natural, are taken. All items made of rattan, as a rule, in one of the production cycles include weaving from bamboo stalks. This circumstance can already push to buy such a sofa.

Currently, the interior of the room is given much more attention than before. Room designer is one of the most popular professions, because it is very important to choose the right colors and decorative elements. Great importance is attached to the seemingly ordinary sofa. There are an incredible variety of models and types of this piece of furniture, so making a choice is quite difficult.

Since the non-folding sofas have long been outdated, the folding model of the sofa is most popular. The specific transformation mechanism allows you to turn it into a double resting place. With the help of textile solutions, lightness of lines and delicate colors, the Provencal model can create a romantic mood indoors. A pair of pillows and a soft blanket complement the composition and allow you to create comfort.

This is an indispensable accessory for those who, on the one hand, suffer from classical methods of organizing a recreation area, on the other hand, they don’t want to buy a separate bed and a sofa. Folding sofa is a double bed. When buying furniture, it is recommended to purchase a special orthopedic mattress to improve the quality of sleep.

The exact origin of the name of such a model sofa is unknown. For several centuries, the sofa "Chesterfield" - a symbol of style, perfect taste. The Chesterfield sofa style is made up of several items. The sofa can be upholstered in eco-leather or natural leather, it can be more budget and upholstered in fabric, but the following is invariable:

• Diamond stitch (carriage stitch). When these sofas just appeared, horse hair served as their filling. Due to the special type of stitch, it is evenly distributed throughout the sofa. Despite the fact that modern versions are filled with far from horsehair, the carriage stitch still remains a characteristic Chesterfield line.
• Another feature is comfortable armrests of the same height with the back of the sofa. This provides the convenience and comfort of sitting to a person of any height. The shape of the armrest resembles, on the one hand, Doric columns, and on the other, a tightly rolled scroll. The legs of the sofa are almost invisible.
• The ability of the sofa to mimic the masculine or feminine atmosphere. In the office, surrounded by shelves of books such a sofa will embody masculinity, seriousness and intelligence. But if you arrange such an option with fur cushions of bright colors, it becomes extremely feminine and soft.
• Multifunctional. "Chesterfield" is able to turn the interior style into a traditional, classic, and maybe in combination with other furniture to become a modern accessory. He is neat and solid in every sense. And this circumstance distinguishes it from other types of sofas. These sofas are timeless and, like good wine, over the years, they only get better and more exclusive.

In the next video you will see with your own eyes all the subtleties of manufacturing this popular model of a folding sofa.

With a huge variety of different types of models of sofas to make a choice in favor of a particular very difficult.

For simplicity and ease of choice, you need to decide where it will be located. Any folding sofa can be placed where it is necessary for reasons of benefit or psychological comfort. In the minds of people, the sofa is connected with the living room, so it remains the most common place for its dislocation.

For a child's room the ideal option would be a mini-sofa, decorated in the style of a toy character or upholstered in bright superhero adopted. The child will be delighted, and when he grows up, the original object can be resold.

For the teenage room characterized by the absence of soft toys, some rebellious atmosphere of the room. The center of any teenage room is a resting area. In it, a teenager spends most of his time: asleep, reading, sitting on the Internet. An important part of any relaxation area is a sofa. The ideal teenage sofa will be a hard, elastic, double sofa bed with an orthopedic mattress. Upholstery for him can choose a teenager himself. It is important to take into account the fact that on this sofa he will sit with friends and sleep, so it is better to pay attention to the triple option.

The sofa bed is perfect for the bedroom. The main requirement for such furniture - easy folding. If you need to make a large amount of effort or spend a lot of time in performing this action, then you should not buy this option as a place to sleep. In addition, you need to pay attention to the durability of the mechanism inside the piece of furniture.

For those who strive for modern style in the interior, a sofa from Ikea will suit. Their models are distinguished by durability and quality, as well as by a very special Scandinavian style. Furniture from the brand brings to the room coziness and severity at the same time. And also it will save the family budget.

For original people who know a lot about fashion, but who cannot work with their hands, designer models of sofas will do. When buying designer furniture, a person can be sure that he will be the sole owner of such a home accessory. If the style of the room is initially quite low-key, then a bright designer folding sofa will add a zest to it and make the room unusual.

The sofas designed by Italian designers are masterpieces that will serve the owners for as long as possible.Long service life is achieved due to the quality materials that are used in their manufacture. Italian sofas - furniture, designed for recreation, so when you create it takes into account all the nuances that may affect the quality of sleep or seating.

• When choosing a classic sofa model should also be guided by the floor covering. The sofa with legs is not suitable for people whose linoleum or floor is easy to scratch. On carpet with a large pile may remain traces. Provence-style sofas have a slight advantage: they have almost no legs.
• When choosing quality furniture must not forget about the frame. The most optimal material from which the frame can be made is oak, birch, beech. Cheaper materials, such as chipboard, will last too little.
• Filling sofa beds - This is the most important parameter of choice, because the quality of sleep depends on it. Many recommend choosing natural materials, such as latex or felt. They almost do not collapse and prolong the life of the furniture. Less quality materials - synthetic, which include foam rubber and polyurethane.Their use in the manufacture of the sofa reduces not only its price, but also the period of use.

All those who have their own business or work related to the design of workspaces invariably face the question of an office sofa. Here you need to opt for modern, concise models. The design of such a sofa should be, on the one hand, aimed at the working atmosphere, on the other - to give a feeling of comfort and relaxation. The office sofa is usually located in a special area where employees can drink coffee, eat, chat and get away from routine tasks.

So, the main tips:

1. Before buying a sofa you need to roughly outline the space in which it will be located.
2. It is necessary to consider whether this interior item will be used daily as a place to sleep, or situationally, only when guests arrive. In the first case, you need to carefully select the transformation mechanism, so that it lasts longer.
3. You need to choose furniture according to the size of the room. Especially if it is small, the sofa should fit her.
4. Before buying a sofa it is worth checking in his design the presence of boxes for linen.

And having studied the negative reviews, it is better not to immediately abandon the purchase, but to filter the information in such a way that it helps to choose a worthy and economical option. And, in the conclusion of the article, learn how to choose the best sofa. Watch the video below.