When you live in a small home, it is necessary to find well-thought-out layout solutions. The convertible sofa is one of them because it has the advantage of offering a very practical additional bed. We tell you more about this essential.
When you live in a small home, it is necessary to find well-thought-out layout solutions. The convertible sofa is one of them because it has the advantage of offering a very practical additional bed and saving space in small apartments. We tell you more about this essential.
What are the characteristics of a convertible sofa?
The convertible sofa is a 2-in-1 piece of furniture that looks exactly like a classic sofa but can also be transformed into a main or extra bed. There are more or less compact models, so you will easily find the one that matches the configuration of your studio, small apartment or guest room.
What are the different types of sofa beds?
There are several types of convertible sofas on the market.
The click-clack convertible sofa
This is a fairly compact bench that incorporates a mechanism that allows it to be easily unfolded (parallel to the wall) in order to transform into a bed. It consists of a box spring and a mattress and has the advantage of offering a storage box located under the latter in which you can store duvets, bed linen, cushions, pillows, blankets, etc.
The BZ bench seat
The BZ sofa bed is very popular for its practicality and small footprint. Very comfortable, it can be used both as a main bed and as an additional solution. Note that it unfolds perpendicular to the wall and therefore needs more space when transformed into a bed.
The futon
Of Japanese origin, the futon consists of a wooden structure and a mattress of a good thickness. It therefore offers good comfort.
The pull-out sofa
This piece of furniture is presented in the form of a sofa, under the seat of which there is a drawer accommodating a single bed. When the latter is open, it is placed at the same height as the seat of the sofa, which forms a bed for two people very practical for welcoming guests.
The convertible meridian
This is a bench with a backrest and a single armrest and which is made up of polyurethane foam padding at the seat and backrest, covered in fabric. It has the advantage of being available in all styles: Scandinavian, contemporary, country-chic, etc.
The convertible corner sofa
Large and L-shaped, the corner sofa consists of a traditional sofa and a chaise longue. In convertible versions, the sofa part unfolds into a real bed. Also note that, very often, the chaise longue includes a generously sized storage chest.
The 3-seater convertible sofa
This sofa with cushions and armrests transforms into a spacious and comfortable bed thanks to an integrated mechanism. It is an ideal solution if you need a bed for everyday use.
The Tediber website offers you a 3-seater sofa bed that opens and closes very easily and is compact enough to fit into small spaces. It has a quality slatted base and a mattress that is both firm and welcoming thanks to the memory foam layer it incorporates. Finally, this sofa is available in a wide range of trendy colors and will have no trouble blending into your interior.
How to fit a sofa bed into a small room?
Focus on a clean space
Now that you have chosen your sofa, you will have to integrate it into the space for which it is intended, whether it is a studio, the living room, the office, or the guest room. The first thing to do is to create harmony between the different pieces of furniture so that the atmosphere does not become stifling. Also, try to be consistent about colors and materials. Finally, do not multiply small pieces of furniture and storage elements. On the contrary, bet on a room that is as refined as possible. To do this, do not hesitate to use the space located above to install shelves and racks. You will be able to store things there and display a few well-chosen decorative objects. If you can, opt for a sofa with a storage chest which will be very useful to you.
Positioning the sofa Correctly
Choosing the right position for your sofa is essential, especially if the space is limited. First of all, make sure that the movement around your sofa remains fluid. Of course, its dimensions must be suitable, but also that the other furniture (armchairs, coffee tables, end tables, etc.) allows you to move around freely.
Also, check that your sofa bed opens smoothly and without having to move too many things. This seems obvious, but too many sofas are bought quickly and turn out to be too bulky once installed.
Be aware that the best option for installing your sofa bed is to place it against a wall. This allows you to waste less space and better solve traffic problems. Above all, do not position it in the middle of a small room where even a very compact model would be much too bulky.
Now you know everything you need to know to choose your sofa bed and place it in the space you intend to use it for. All you have to do now is decorate it with a few pretty cushions and a blanket, for example, so that it becomes the central element of your interior!
