Overview of sofas with a swivel transformation mechanism
An excellent solution for a small apartment will be a swivel sofa. During the day, it will be a comfortable place to relax, watch TV, and at night it will serve as a replacement for a bed. It is easy to lay it out, due to its compact size and convenient working mechanism, even a person who does not have significant physical strength can handle it.
Advantages and disadvantages of a sofa with a swivel transformation mechanism
Sofas with a swivel mechanism are not inferior in popularity to models with other transformation mechanisms. Their main advantages are:
- ease of use - the sofa is very easy to unfold and take its original position, the roll-out mechanism does not require significant efforts during transformation;
- reliability - the furniture is quite simple, there are no intricate mechanisms and "bells and whistles" in it, due to this, its service life is significantly increased;
- comfort of use - all parts of the sofa are the same in length, the number of seats is greater than that of standard corner sofas;
- orthopedic base - an orthopedic base can be installed in a sofa with a swivel mechanism, this will affect the cost of the product, but will increase the comfort of use;
- built-in drawers - there are storage systems inside the sofa, so you can do without additional cabinets and dressers for storing bed linen and other overall things.
What disadvantages can be identified:
- in most cases they are made to order, it is not easy to find a ready-made sofa with a swivel mechanism;
- high cost - quality products from reliable materials will cost an order of magnitude more.
How does such a sofa work?
The main difference between a sofa with a swivel transformation mechanism is the length of the sailors. They are identical to each other. The principle of the system is similar to scissors. The movable part simply changes its position from perpendicular to parallel, due to which a sleeping place is formed.
Drawers are often installed inside the sofa. These can be pull-out storage systems, and in the unfolded corner models, bedside tables are formed for storing large items (blankets, pillows).
Principle of operation
To get a berth, the moving part must be displaced at a right angle and fixed with a special hook. After that, a perfectly flat surface is formed without tangible joints, it is convenient to sleep on such a sofa (especially if an orthopedic base is installed inside).
When transforming, the wheels do not scratch the floor covering, so you don't have to worry about its integrity and safety.
Varieties of such sofas
Swivel sofas are available in straight and corner sofas. There is no significant difference in ease of use between them, so one or another model is chosen solely based on preferences or layout features.
The only significant advantage of corner sofas is the more spacious built-in storage systems. When unfolded, next to the berth, a volumetric box is formed into which decorative pillows and blankets can be folded for sleep.
How to choose the right one
To find a suitable sofa, you need to pay attention to aspects:
- size - it is worth focusing on the height of the person or people who will use it, 20 cm must remain in stock so that a person feels comfortable during sleep;
- upholstery - practical materials are suitable for regular use that tolerate cleaning well, do not wipe off and do not fade under the influence of ultraviolet radiation;
- installation site - it is worthwhile to think in advance where the sofa will stand, measure the distance to other interior items, calculate the design of the room;
- manufacturers - it is best to order custom-made furniture from a trusted company that will not save on manufacturing materials.
By color
The color should be practical. Standard shades are beige, sand and brown. These are versatile options that will suit almost any design.
The sofa can be bright: green, red, deep yellow.
But proceeding from rational considerations, it is logical to purchase a sofa with upholstery in a neutral shade, and purchase one or more replaceable covers of different colors in the kit. This will allow you to periodically "refresh" the interior with new colors and keep the upholstery intact for a longer time.
Advice. Designers recommend combining the upholstery of a sofa with a shade of curtains.
By material
The most popular upholstery materials are chenille, matting, flock. They consist of a mixture of natural and synthetic threads, they lend themselves well to cleaning, pleasant to the touch, not capricious in regular use. A fabric such as flock can imitate a variety of textures and relief patterns, and at a relatively budgetary cost, it can look many times more expensive.
The sofa, which will be used as a berth, is best purchased with upholstery of a pronounced texture so that the relief does not violate the comfort of the vacationer.
On an individual basis, you can order a sofa with unusual upholstery - artificial suede, natural or eco-leather. Such furniture is suitable for use when folded and as a spare bed.
For the manufacturer
Upholstered furniture with a transformation mechanism is offered by many furniture manufacturers. The possibility of making a custom-made sofa should be checked with local companies in the city of residence. Among the well-known firms, the following are worth attention:
- "Pinskdrev" - a Belarusian company produces folding sofas. The company has earned a reputation in the global market, thanks to the high quality of products and the affordable cost of the model range. Sofas have many modifications, are produced on advanced equipment using modern technologies;
- Rival is a Russian company with a high trust rating. The company is engaged in the production of universal models. An important advantage of Rival sofas are protective covers that are resistant to dirt and mechanical damage, including animal claws;
- Laguna is a Belarusian company that produces reliable and high-quality furniture at affordable prices. The assortment includes folding sofas of various shades, furniture is made using modern technologies.
Among the elite brands that produce expensive furniture are Bellus and Anderssen. Their products are distinguished by the highest quality, reliability of frames and materials. Orthopedic bases lie at the base of the sofa beds.The furniture is equipped with spacious storage systems.
Interior use
In the interior of the apartment, a sofa bed can be placed in any room:
- the bedroom of a child or an adult - the sofa will save space, in the daytime you will not have to go around a large bed;
- in the living room - such furniture will serve as the main or additional bed, the sofa bed looks stylish and laconic;
- in the kitchen - the only nuance will be the size of the sofa and the choice of upholstery (it should be easy to clean, not absorb odors and be moisture resistant).
You can see the options for the location of the sofa-book in the interior in the photo. This furniture is versatile and blends harmoniously with classic, exclusive, modern design options.
Video: how a sofa with a swivel mechanism unfolds
Models of sofas with a swivel mechanism in the photo
