Anyone wants to make his apartment, even if it does not stand out with a special abundance of square meters, more cozy, comfortable and functional. There are such rooms where too huge an object will interfere, and many small ones simply will not allow a person to turn around. An example of such rooms can be a living room, kitchen or hallway. It is in such cases that a sofa for a small room (folding) comes to the rescue.
Types of transformation
Each sofa of a certain type has its own mechanism. Thus, we can distinguish a small classification:
- retractable;
- withdrawable;
- unfolding;
- folding out.
In order to get something that is really suitable for a particular room, you need to have accurate ideas about each type.
Roll-out sofa
A small folding sofa without armrests is perfect for small-width rooms, but quite tolerable in length. It can be used as a sofa and bed by extending the lower part of the body. Thanks to this, a small seating area turns into a very spacious bed. The average life of this mechanism is 10 years. Among the shortcomings can be noted too low landing when unfolded.
"Accordion"
"Accordion" - a small folding sofa with a mechanism resembling an accordion. In order to form a berth, you should raise the seat to a characteristic sound (resembles a click) and push it toward you all the way. In this area there are also companies that offer similar models with automatic folding. This is what allows you to install such a sofa in children's bedrooms - children do not have to learn heavy mechanisms themselves, this will avoid injuries.
“Accordion” can also be purchased with a special orthopedic mattress. However, it should be borne in mind that when folded, the sofa has compact dimensions, but when unfolded - it will take a little more space for it. Another advantage is the boxes for things.
"Dolphin"
"Dolphin" is a small angular sofa with a mechanism, the operation of which resembles the dive of the same animal. Excellent due to its shape and small size fits into the interior of a small kitchen. The main advantage of the design is its compactness. However, you should pay attention to the material from which the frame is made. If it turns out to be of poor quality, then the life of the sofa will not please its duration.
Eurobook
"Eurobook" - a small folding sofa, which has a fairly simple mechanism of work. In order to get a berth, you should stretch the seat forward, and lay the back in the formed place. The disadvantage is the sliding of the mechanism legs on the base. And among the advantages, buyers note these:
- safety and reliability;
- ease of operation;
- the presence of space where you can store things and linen;
- absolutely flat surface of a berth;
- ease of placement.
Click Gag
A small folding sofa with a click-gag design is suitable for those who have nowhere to store most of their clothes and linen. In order to form a berth, you should press on the upper rolling element of the structure until it clicks and just lower it. Thanks to this simple manipulation, a fairly narrow sofa model will turn into a comfortable couch. Such an interior item can be found most often in small-sized apartments, because the mechanism is distinguished by an impressive place for linen and the simple work of a folding design. However, there are also disadvantages:
- frequent breakdowns;
- difficulty in operating the sofa itself;
- subsidence of some parts.
American and French clamshells
A small folding sofa in the form of a folding bed is in great demand, despite the small complexity of the transformation. Both options are a box frame, which has a triple addition. In order to form a sleeping space, it is necessary to raise the seat on itself, put it in a horizontal position, install it on the stands and then do the same movements with the other part.
American and French folding beds differ in what is at the base. It's about upholstery. The first option involves the use of a mattress, and the second - an awning made of fabric.
Kitchen sofa
Kitchen folding sofas for a small kitchen will be an excellent solution. The most successful in their implementation is that for guests and living people there is a huge amount of space for sitting.
When choosing a model, you should pay attention not only to the method of transformation, but also to how much space is allocated for storing things. You should also clarify what material the upholstery is made of. It must withstand sudden changes in temperature, not give in to the effects of pollution and be resistant to fading.
Ideally, when choosing small folding sofas for the kitchen, you should pay due attention to the options of faux leather. The product must be laid out in such a way as not to take up much space. After all, we are talking about the kitchen, but here every centimeter is important. When choosing among transporting mechanisms, it is better to give preference to either a "dolphin" or a "eurobook". The couches also look impressive in the kitchen.
Choosing a sofa for the kitchen
The result of a properly selected sofa will be its long life. When buying, you should pay attention to some nuances:
- Upholstery. It must be either natural or textile.
- Details and design. All connecting elements must be made of metal, whether it be rivets or nails.
- Toxicity and durability. In the certificate to the sofa, such items should be spelled out, they should be paid special attention.
- Sizes. The dimensions of the kitchen and sofa should be proportional.
- Exploitation. Preference should be given to an easy-to-use mechanism.
- Assembly. The frame should be selected from wood, make sure that the legs are of high quality, and the upper part should have springs or high-quality foam rubber.
- Boxes. They must also be installed - so you can save additional space by abandoning bulky chests of drawers.
Hallway sofa
Perhaps the hallway also can not do without a small cozy sofa, especially if it has a folding design. You can always transfer a small piece of furniture, for example, to the living room, if guests have come.
For such a room, it is best to use the couch option. They usually have a back and are closed at the bottom. The mechanism is designed so that small folding sofas (photo below) of this type are laid out to the side.
As a rule, chipboard is the dominant material. The most preferred mechanism will be the "Eurobook" or "click-gag."
Sofa for children
In order for the child to be completely satisfied with the purchase, a choice should be made depending on his preferences. Models with a roll-out design, whose dimensions do not exceed 190 * 100 cm, are perfect.
Due to the fact that the child’s spine is only being formed, orthopedic models that have wooden slats should be preferred. Completely safe and reliable materials can guarantee a long operation of interior items.
Living room sofa
The sofa in the living room will be an excellent solution, because you can put on it not only guests, but also close relatives. The selected model should be aesthetically pleasing in appearance, durable, hygienic and environmentally friendly. Particular attention should be paid to the configuration, because someone will need a narrow but long folding sofa such as “eurobook”, and another - “dolphin”. In this situation, you can rely on personal preferences when choosing .
Appearance should fully meet the style that is already arranged in the living room, otherwise the sofa will become a black sheep.