Which sofa mechanism is better suited for daily use?

The modern design of the sofa allows you to use this piece of furniture not only as a soft and comfortable piece of furniture for rest, but also to turn it into a cozy and spacious sleeping place with one hand movement. Due to the fact that it can be modified, you will significantly save space in the house, apartment, and it will be much more comfortable to sleep than on the bed. Designers offer a lot of ideas. And in furniture stores a large assortment of sofas of various colors and shapes, folding and regular, is offered to potential buyers. Moreover, the folding mechanism is different and has its own name.

Variety of sofas

A variety of sofas for the living room

What mechanism of the sofa is better, how to choose an easy-to-use construction? Which sofa to choose for regular sleep, what furniture to choose for the living room? In order for the decision to be correct, it is necessary to have an idea, if not of all types of mechanisms, then at least of most of them.

Couch mechanisms

Mechanisms of transformation of sofas

Why is it important to choose the right mechanism for sofa transformation?

Unfolding sofa

The laid out sofa with the vykatny mechanism

Folding sofas are very famous. Models that lack such a mechanism are also found on sale and can be purchased for residential use. They are placed in the living room, hallway or in the kitchen. If you plan to get a folding sofa, the choice of mechanism will depend on a number of reasons. Of great importance is how often you will use it for sleeping, how much space in the room is publicly available for this type of furniture, how long you are going to use the sofa.

Sofa Accordion

Sofa for sleeping and relaxing with accordion mechanism

The device is considered the leading structural element of the sofa, for this reason its strength affects the overall life of the piece of furniture. It affects the comfort and ease of reorganization of the sofa in various positions. The way the mechanism is unfolded determines how much free space this piece of furniture will take when it is unfolded. When choosing, be guided by the purpose of the sofa, you should not be guided only by colors. After all, the upholstery can be covered with a veil or put on the eurocover. With the replacement of the mechanism will be much more difficult.

Stretch covers

Tension cover for upholstered furniture

The best properties, increased comfort and value have sofas with the mechanism of "dolphin", "accordion", "eurobook". In any store you can choose economical and comfortable models, the main thing is to make the right choice. Choose a model that will meet the requirements is not difficult. The main thing is that the place where the furniture was purchased was checked and the sofa met the standards.

Sofa accordion

Sofa accordion unfolds as an accordion with horizontal curves

The transformation of the sofa by the method of "book"

Sofa book

Sofa-book - a simple and comfortable orthopedic sofa for daily sleep

The traditional version of a folding sofa.To prepare the bed, you need to raise the seat, the backrest will take a horizontal position. We return the seat to its original position - the “book” has opened.

What are the advantages of this type of device can be identified? The simplest strong mechanism, it is difficult to break, a lot of space it does not need, it is suitable for small rooms, there is a box for bedding.

Sofa book

Sofa book in assembled and disassembled form

Disadvantages: you can put a sofa close to the wall if you are not going to use it as a sleeping place every day; if there is no free space behind the sofa, you cannot move it apart; in the place where the back and the seat are connected, there is a possibility of a bump or recess, it will be inconvenient to sleep on such a sofa; limited sleeping space.

On a note. The “book” mechanism is a fairly simple device, but when unfolding it takes some effort. This is difficult for women and children, especially if used daily.

The scheme of the sofa book

Scheme of disassembly-assembly sofa books

Transformation of the sofa by the method of "eurobook"

Sofa with the mechanism of the eurobook

The sofa with the mechanism of the eurobook is equipped with flexible slats that will provide good support to the body during the rest

Furniture can be put very close to the wall. Modification is different from the usual "book". Rollers are attached to the seat, it rolls out easily, and an area equal to the size of the back is formed. It fits into this space and creates a place to sleep.

Eurobook mechanism

The mechanism of changing the position of the sofa-eurobook is focused on daily operation

Advantages: furniture easily transformed into a comfortable bed; a place to sleep is big enough; strong mechanism, suitable for everyday use; in such sofas there is a box for bedding.

Disadvantages: deep seat to sit comfortably and lean back, you have to climb on a seat with legs or put cushions on the sofa; if for some reason there are no rollers on the exit, you can easily deform the floor.

Eurobook sofa

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa - eurobook

The transformation of the sofa by the method of "click-klyak"

Sofa with click-klyak mechanism

The sofa with the click-klyak mechanism will be the optimal choice - it is reliable and forms a comfortable surface.

Similar to the “book” mechanism, only more modern and comfortable. Most manufacturers call the device "click-klyak."

Click-sofas sofas

Click-klyak sofas with orthopedic base of reliable steel have maximum strength

Virtues disadvantages
The back can be in a vertical and horizontal position, as well as it is mounted at an angle, which allows you to relax in comfort To transform the sofa into a bed, you will need free space, it is not recommended to put it close to the wall
The design mechanism is simple and suitable for daily use. Efforts will be needed to unfold such a sofa.
There is a spacious box for bedding.
Click-click mechanism

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa - click-klyak

The transformation of the sofa by the method of "dolphin"

Mechanism dolphin

The mechanism of the dolphin is found in the products of the angular type

Such a mechanism in most cases mounted on the corner sofas. To expand the sofa, you need to roll out the lower part of the elongated side of the corner, from which we pull the pillow up using a specially adapted handle made of fabric or leather.

Mechanism dolphin

Leather Corner Sofa with Dolphin Transformation Mechanism

Advantages: wide berth; easily collapses, can withstand considerable weight; there is a large box for bed linen.

Disadvantages: if the mechanism is used regularly, then it will become unusable after a few years; applies only to corner pieces of furniture.

Important! When choosing, do not forget that the dolphin mechanism can be used in direct and modular models.The folding method is quite simple, but rolling out the bottom can be problematic due to the carpet.

Mechanism dolphin

Transformation mechanism Dolphin

What is best for regular sleep

Clamshell mechanism

The mechanism of transformation of sofas - folding bed

What sofa to use every day, you have to decide for yourself. Any of us have our own requests, personal preferences for furniture. But we want to offer a list of basic criteria that should be considered when choosing items of furniture.

  1. Comfortable sleep. First of all, pay attention to comfortable furniture, because you will use it daily. If you do not take into account this aspect, you may have health problems, insomnia, spinal diseases will appear.

    Comfortable sofa

    Comfortable comfortable sofa to sleep

  2. Duration of use. An important criterion, because the acquisition of such a sofa involves considerable costs, and furniture should last for a long time. Pay attention to the build quality - depends on the life.
  3. Ease of use. Pick furniture that simply transforms into a sleeping place. The device should be ordinary, which easily lays out one person. Do not forget about cleaning the coating - it should be easy.
  4. Additional functions. The stores offer a wide range of sofas, they not only replace the bed. In the design there are add-on modules where they store things or use them for other purposes.

    Corner Modular Sofa

    Corner modular sofa can be used not only for sleeping

  5. It is also important what the frame is made of (it can be metal, wooden or chipboard). Made from chipboard will not last for a long time, the ideal option is metal.

    Sofa frame

    The frame material for the sofa

  6. Check with the seller what kind of filler the model you are interested in. Polyurethane is optimally suited. Upholstery - strong, the seams - quality.

    Furniture fillers

    Fillers for upholstered furniture

  7. If during the inspection the sofa squeaks, it is better not to buy it. The guarantee for quality goods should be 1.5 years.

To make the right choice of such a sofa that meets all the requirements, take the time and read the above points, then you will make the right choice.

Comfortable sofa

A comfortable sofa should be chosen according to its criteria and capabilities.

After reviewing the article, make a conclusion and select the optimal transformation mechanism: “Eurobook” is more solid, there are boxes for storing bedding; "Dolphin" - the widest; "Book" - acceptable at a cost. When purchasing a sofa, it is mandatory to inspect the device transformation, consult with a consultant. To avoid mistakes, you should listen to the experts. They will tell you what points to take into account first of all.

Range of sofas

The range of sofas from manufacturers is wide enough and you just need to choose your

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