In the conditions of small-sized apartments, the issue of saving space and the availability of the necessary number of beds is very important. Upholstered furniture will help solve this problem, which decorates the interior during the day, and at night turns into a convenient corner for relaxation. You need to choose a sofa transformation mechanism that will provide the most comfortable conditions in your room.
Why you need a folding system
It is good for those who allow the area to equip the living room separately, and in other rooms provide the necessary number of beds, but not everyone has this opportunity. Most often, the owners of modest areas are forced to combine all the zones in one room. A large amount of furniture is very cluttered space, makes it difficult to approach certain things, to the window or balcony.
In this regard, upholstered furniture with the possibility of transformation is gaining popularity. The assortment includes not only beautiful sofas, which easily turn into a comfortable bed, but even upholstered furniture, which is some kind of children's designer, when various options can be made up of individual modules, for example. Separate parts, if necessary, are moved even within the apartment to different rooms.
Upholstered furniture with the possibility of transformation can be used not only at home, but also when organizing offices, if night duty on staff is supposed. A huge selection of folding options allows you to choose a model for a specific room.
So, the sofa transformation mechanism will help to ergonomically equip not only the interior of the living room, but also, for example, the rest rooms of shift workers in any organization.
Sofa bed: transformation mechanisms
To get a comfortable sleeping place from a beautiful interior element, it is enough to make a few simple movements, however, the system can differ significantly and can be folding, unfolding, retractable or retractable. The most popular options are as follows:
- book and eurobook;
- French clamshell
- roll-out sofa;
- accordion.
The less popular, but still applied types of transformations are as follows:
- dolphin;
- cougar;
- pantograph;
- American clamshell.
Each model has its own characteristics, advantages and disadvantages. Some suggest a drawer for storing linen, while others do not. In some, the sleeping place is very low, in others it is high. There are universal systems that require daily use, and those that can be transformed only when you need to accommodate guests. Do not lay out and assemble constantly if the mechanism is not designed for such loads. In any case, only by understanding how a particular option works, you will make the right choice.
Book
This system has been known since Soviet times, therefore it is considered reliable, as it has been tested for more than one decade and has been significantly improved. The mechanism for transforming sofa-books is the most common and traditional. In this case, the seat rises until it clicks, after which the back goes down. The first part is moving in the same direction. Thus, an even wide sleeping surface is obtained. Modern models are most often equipped with a special box for storing linen, and there is also the ability to adjust the angle of the backrest. It can be installed so that it is convenient to be on the sofa in a reclining position, for example, for comfortable watching TV. The only inconvenience of such a sofa is that it cannot be placed close to the wall. Unfolding requires additional space around it, and it makes no sense to move furniture daily.
Eurobook
It is one of the most popular and reliable systems. Such a sofa is equipped with a laundry compartment, and the transformation mechanism is so simple that even a child can handle it, so it is used in children's models. The eurobook can be placed close to the wall, since the back does not require additional space when unfolding.
French clamshell
It is a system, using which a clamshell hidden there, as it were, is unwound from the interior of the structure. In this case, you must first remove the pillows from the seat. The sofa transformation mechanism is very simple. However, there are no drawers for storing laundry, and the mattress is thin enough that many are not satisfied. This option is more suitable as a guest, as it is less reliable, since it is a hinged frame system.
Roll-out sofa
In this case, with the help of a special strap, a block with a seat is rolled forward, which is a mattress folded in half and then folded down. The berth doubles. For some models, the back also lowers, which gives even more free space. There is no container for things, and the sleeping surface itself is quite low.
Accordion
The berth in this embodiment is smooth and high. The transformation mechanisms of the accordion sofas are very easy to fold out. Here, the seat rises to a click, and the folded double back stretches like an accordion. The versatility of this option is due to the possibility of using removable covers.
Dolphin sofa: transformation mechanism
It is used, as a rule, in corner furniture to complement it in width to form a complete sleeping space. A block is pulled out from under the seat, which rises to form a bed. This surface is smooth, and the system itself is reliable and designed for continuous use.
Cougar
The mechanism for transforming cougar couches is as follows: here the front part rises, smoothly stands out and is installed on the stops. The second half of the sleeping space rises to the vacant space. For this, the back cushions are retracted, and the seat is pulled forward.
Pantograph
It differs from the eurobook in the way the seat is extended. There are no rollers that can leave marks on the floor or impede the transformation of the sofa, constantly clinging to the edge of the carpet. Such a system is often called walking. There are no vulnerable moving parts in it, so the mechanism is considered reliable.
American clamshell
This option is also called sedaflex. It is an improved design of the French model. Here, with a standard lightweight metal frame, you can use a fairly comfortable thick mattress. Such sofas are reliable, so they are bought for everyday use.
Universal option
Choosing upholstered furniture, now consumers are increasingly paying attention to corner sofas. With them, it is useful to use those spaces in the room that are usually empty. These models have not only a capacious box for linen, allow you to mount a coffee table, an audio system or even a bar in the design, but also provide the opportunity to organize an extra bed. The mechanisms for transforming corner sofas are most often the following:
- dolphin;
- Eurobook;
- roll-out.
Given that furniture is often made modular, it can be conveniently placed in any room in the form of the letters "G", "P", an equilateral figure.
What to choose
It’s not easy to navigate the assortment of sofas, given that, in addition to transformation mechanisms, you need to choose upholstery, filler, and construction material. There are still various forms, styles and purposes, and it is also necessary to provide for a certain number of seats at the folded sofa. Definitely understanding what is better is a difficult task. To solve it most correctly, it is worth answering the following questions:
- How often do you intend to lay out the structure: daily or only for guests once a month?
- Where will the sofa be located and what area can you allocate for it assembled and unfolded?
- Do you need a storage compartment?
After analyzing the answers for each item, you can decide which type of sofa and how you turn it into a bed. The choice is determined by the specific needs of the consumer, so there is no universal advice.
So, you have learned what the sofa transformation mechanism of various models can be. A wide assortment is presented on the upholstered furniture market. When planning a purchase, properly analyze your premises and choose furniture that will not only look beautiful, but also turn out to be convenient and functional.