Sliding couch

What only products of upholstered furniture did not come up with humanity throughout its existence. Sofas, large and small, soft armchairs, ottomans, sofas, banquettes, poufs - they all make our life comfortable and enjoyable. A special place in this series is the couch.

Ancient couches resembled a soft stove bench, which had no headboard. Over time, these sofas have been improved. They got the details that make them more comfortable: the back appeared, the number of legs changed, they became smaller, then they disappeared altogether, they began to use the space under the bed for storing things.

The modern couch is, in fact, a compact folding sofa that turns into a bed after transformation. But unlike the latter, the couch has no soft armrests; there is a backrest, but it is stiff. The main thing is the quality of this piece of furniture - its compactness, while there is the possibility of increasing the bed space.

The main advantages of the sliding couch:

• economy - the furniture carries out at once two functions: a sofa for rest and a berth;
• a wide range will help support the design of the room any style, but most of all, the couch is appropriate in the oriental interior;
• comfort - the smooth surface of the bed is very good for health and good sleep;
• versatility - equally well fit into the interior of the bedroom, living room, hallway, nursery and even the kitchen;
• compactness - takes up little space, which significantly saves square meters of a small room;
• practicality - the presence of additional storage space, which is important for close rooms.

The use of different layout systems makes it possible to vary the models of couches. Their main types:

• "dolphin";
• "accordion";
• "Eurobook";
• "French cot" ("sedafleks").

Dolphin system has undeniable advantages. This device makes the process of turning the couch into a place to sleep is extremely simple. For transformation it is necessary to shift the side part to the side. A pillow will emerge from under the seat, and a special mechanism will position it flush with the mattress.An additional drawer for storing bed linen in this model is also provided.

Folding couch, equipped with a "sedafleks" ("French folding bed") is indispensable in the small-sized kitchen. This mechanism has a double addition, which distinguishes it from the "American clamshell" with three additions. The couch unfolds forward. The system is operated manually, just pull up and toward yourself to deploy the components of the bed.

In the narrow models of couches are used the system "eurobook" and "accordion". Lay them out very simply: you have to pull the seat up and toward yourself, and then straighten the bed. These mechanisms are functional, well save space. Positive qualities are also a flat place for sleep, voluminous storage space, strength and durability of the transformation mechanism.

The model "click-klyak" will fit well into an unusual interior. The main advantage of this option is small dimensions. The design is equipped with supports, it is possible to adjust the height and additional positions: sitting, lying, reclining.

The couch, moving apart in length, will find its place in the kitchen, in the nursery, as well as in any small room. The advantages of this model:

• comparative ease products;
• bulk box which is located at the bottom of the bed, designed to store different things;
• corner models save space well;
• manifold layout options.

Disadvantages:

• children's couches, sliding in length, as a rule, are too small in size for a full bed;
• Some models cannot be installed in the kitchen due to insufficiently durable upholstery.

Many modern apartments are not large. Sometimes you have to use one room for different purposes, turning it into a multifunctional one. Even the kitchen is often used as a bedroom. And then the folding sofa-couch comes to the rescue.

Placing a folding couch in a kitchen area has its advantages and disadvantages.

Pros:

• a sufficient number of seats at the table;
• storage space;
• aesthetic qualities: comfort, beauty.

Of great importance when choosing upholstered furniture, which is the sliding couch, has upholstery material. It should be quite durable and at the same time easy to clean.

The range of materials for upholstery is very wide:

• Most commonly used synthetic, mixed fabrics, microfiber, as well as leather, ivy, velor. Despite the high cost, the best choice has always been a leather sofa. It is practical and durable.

• Not less long term of operation at an imitation leather. The price of this material is more affordable, and according to external characteristics it is almost the same as natural. In addition, the wealth of colors, textures and even prints attracts manufacturers of upholstered furniture. Therefore, you can always choose the appropriate option.
• Flock is water repellent, and Chenille is hypoallergenic. Synthetic fabric is very practical, it can be repeatedly cleaned, while it does not lose shape and color. Its disadvantage is that the material is electrified and therefore attracts dust.
• Mixed materials - It is a mixture of natural materials (wool or cotton) with synthetics. The disadvantage of this fabric is its susceptibility to fading, as the mixed canvas keeps the dye worse because of the different structure of the fibers.

Direct models of couches are the best fit for a spacious room, the corner is designed for a small space.

This type of couch occupies all unused corners, freeing up useful space. As a rule, the corner model has a comfortable back, which also keeps the wall from wiping. After transformation the sliding corner couch turns into a double bed. Some models of the product are equipped with a convenient shelf, not which you can put a flower or napkin holder.

Among the huge number of variations there are cult models. The sliding couch "Hemnes" from Ikea was loved by many regular customers of this brand, and not by chance. There are many pleasant surprises. The overall size of 89x209 cm allows even a single person to use it for sleeping. And if necessary, the couch can be moved apart wide and turned into a magnificent double bed with a bed size of 200x168 cm.

And that is not all. Two mattresses of 200x80 cm are attached to the couch. If you want to use the model as a single bed, the mattresses can be placed on top of each other. When using the couch as a double bed, they are located side by side on a slatted base. The product frame is equipped with three spacious drawers for storing bed linen and other things.

During the day in the living room you need to have a lot of free space for various tasks. The sliding couch will be indispensable in this case. When folded, it is very compact. It can be put where it fit. This is a children's area, and a kitchen, and an entrance hall, wherever there is a need for upholstered furniture, but there is no room for a full-fledged sofa. But in the evening such a couch can be turned into a bed for one or two people.

The couch, moving apart to the side, will decorate the interior of your home, apartment, office. Its design is simple and compact. To turn the sofa into a bed, you just need to pull the special strap.

This model of the sliding couch will help parents with the design and arrangement of the children's room. These sofas can be moved to the right or left side, while opening the storage space, which is also very important for the education in the child's accuracy. There he can remove, for example, his toys.

The compact couch is irreplaceable if the nursery has not really big sizes.A folding sofa-couch will be appropriate in the room of a first grader, and in a bungalow of an adult young man.

In order to make your everyday rest comfortable and sleep healthy, a model of an orthopedic couch has been developed. It is complemented by a mattress with independent springs.

For information on how to assemble the Hemnas couch, see the next video.