Varieties of sofas and their features

The right furnishings can accentuate the character of a room. If the furniture does not fit into the overall style, then the feeling of comfort and livability is lost. To prevent this from happening, you need to competently approach the choice of pieces of furniture. Especially carefully you need to select a sofa, since a person is resting on it. The mechanisms of sofas differ depending on their design assembly. This article will describe the different types and features of sofas.

Varieties of sofas

There are enough names, subspecies, modifications of products on the market. The consumer can get lost from such a large assortment. And when buying, you need to consider everything at once - beauty, originality and comfort. The method is simple: you need to study the information, calculate the budget and buy the product according to your desires. In addition, the sofa must fit into the atmosphere of the home.

Sofas can vary according to the following criteria:

1. External features, shape: angular, straight, etc.
2. Design. Modular or fixed.
3. Number of seats. Product sizes.
4. Appointment of products. Rest is the main purpose, but for which room, there are many options.
5. Price. Expensive - exclusive, inexpensive - factory.

By form

There are a lot of varieties of products in shape.

• Straight. Most popular sofas. They are functional enough, suitable for various premises: living room, hallway, nursery, study, etc. They have a huge plus - easy to move, oversized. If the mechanism of this product is folding (as a rule, this form is the most common), this is also practicality for a living space. They were laid out when necessary, and then removed back, for small apartments there is a big savings in square.

• Corner. Attractive and effective for design furnishings. Fills the corner void in the house. In addition, it is versatile and practical, it can accommodate up to six guests. Minus corner forms - it is possible to put it only in the corner, in other places it looks "tasteless".

• U-shaped. Popular in modern living rooms. If you put a coffee table in the middle, you can comfortably receive guests, arrange "tea gatherings".

• Round. An alternative to the usual straight sofas. Such a device was popular in the nineteenth century, then rationalism came to replace. Round products look good in modern apartments, a big plus - there are no corners, which often become "traumatic areas".

• Oval. Aesthetic pleasure in visual terms creates maximum, while functionality is not lost. Universal model.

• Other. There are many options: pebbles, piano, inflatable, lips, etc.

By appointment

There are sofas that are suitable for a certain room, and only there they will look elegant:

• For the living room. Multifunctional products - creating a visual effect and practicality for receiving guests.
• Office. Creating a homely atmosphere at work is always pleasant for the team and business partners.
• Kitchens. Small in size and pleasant to relax during dinner.
• Children's. Safety is the main thing to look for when choosing a sofa. Ottomans and a surface that is easy to clean is quite suitable for children.
• Hallway. Small-sized products are used that do not take up much space.

By size

According to the number of seats for landing, the classification is as follows:

• double;
• three-;
• four-;
• five, etc.

The most popular options are for two or three seats. When buying, you do not need to focus on landing indicators, because sometimes only one person can fit on a two-seater sofa. It all depends on the size of your guest. It is worth paying attention to the length of the section where the sofa will stand.

Types and mechanisms of sofas

The mechanisms for transforming sofas are a very important element that affects the comfort and beauty of the room. The most popular types of sofas by the type of transformation are folding and sliding.

Folding models

"Folding beds" are products that slide out and become a comfortable place to sleep. They are small in size and are perfect for small apartments. They have proven themselves perfectly in practice when guests arrive, as a temporary resting place. After the visitors left the furniture, the room was folded again - spacious.

Convertible sofa options:

1. Book. Already a classic mechanism familiar to most people. In order to assemble or disassemble, you need to raise the seat, after clicking, take further actions. Click-gag is a sofa subspecies of a "book" with the same features.
2. Eurobook. Improved sample "book". The seat moves towards itself, and the back rests down to the free place. It has significant dimensions when unfolded.
3. American clamshell or Sedaflex. Transformed with a handrail behind the back. You just need to pull the device towards you or up. A huge plus of such furniture is the absence of joints, when laid out, a whole mattress sheet is obtained, it is comfortable to sleep. Good products as a guest option for a comfortable sleep of visiting friends.
4. French clamshell. Interesting design with removable elements. The pillows, armrests are removed, and then the handrail is used to modify the model.
5. Cougar. The principle of operation - it is necessary to smoothly raise the seat, pull it towards you (under it is another part of the seat, which, in turn, is smoothly transformed).
6. Dolphin is a folding model with retractable structures. Corner shape of furniture. To pull out the sofa elements, you need to pull the mechanism behind the seat by the handle, and then unfold it according to the "book" principle.

Unfolding sofas

This option is in demand among consumers. The transformation method is a little more complicated than that of previous products, but the device itself is reliable in operation. Sleeping places are hidden inside the seat of this model.

Types of expanding products:

1. Accordion. Simple transformation, somewhat similar to an accordion. The principle of operation is as follows: you need to raise the seat (you need to be guided by a click in the mechanism). Then you need to pull the seat towards you (until it stops). The seam on such a sofa is not felt during sleep or rest. It can easily accommodate two adults and a child.
2. Breeze. A simple device for unfolding, all actions can be done with one hand, the sleeping element is simply pushed out. There is no need to push the breeze away from the wall, all manipulations are extremely easy. It may not be suitable for permanent use, there are several inconvenient joints. Not a bad option for short-term use or rest.
3. Tango. It is somewhat similar to a click-gag, only here the seat rises up, and then naturally drops. At this time, the backrest is transformed with the seat and, thus, a mattress is obtained for relaxation. Interestingly, the armrests can be positioned at a certain angle. Look great in the interior of the nursery.
4. Eurosophus. The principle of the layout of the mechanism: pull out the linen drawers, and put the seat structure on them. A good option for small apartments, as it takes up little space. Sleeping is quite comfortable - the joints are practically not felt.

Which mechanism to choose

Have you decided to buy a new sofa? Which of the sofa folding mechanisms is better to choose depends on your capabilities and preferences. In order to determine the appropriate option, it is worthwhile to assess the operating conditions of the planned purchase in advance:

1. Load.
2. The maximum available area that can be allocated in the room.
3. Frequency of operation.
4. Is it important to have a place for storing bed linen in the sofa, since some mechanisms do not provide this function.
5. Direct destination.
6. Priority: a large sleeping bed or a compact sofa in the corner.

It is also worth considering the fact that sofas with a transformation mechanism in most cases are rather hard and rigid, compared to non-folding ones. If buyers are overweight, we apologize for being blunt, forget about the French cot or sedaflex. If the weight limits are abused, the wireframe mesh can detach and become unusable. There is a risk of damage to the wooden lamellas (in this case, it is better to stop at a Eurobook or a cougar).

In small rooms, retractable sofas such as breeze, accordion, etc. are predominantly installed. If your room has cold walls, then it is better to discard the option of classic books. For large, spacious rooms, a corner sofa, puma or dolphin folding models will be a suitable model.

Variety of packing materials

The shape of modern sofas directly depends on the materials used for the manufacture. By the type of filling, upholstered furniture can be divided into spring and springless.

The internal component of the spring mechanism consists of spring modules, which are placed in a cloth bag so as not to damage other furniture components.To make the structure softer, it is lined with felt or polyurethane. This technology is still in great demand. Today, this structure can be found in antique designs and in inexpensive modern headsets.

Springless complexes are made of natural or synthetic raw materials. They differ in density. For example, polyurethane foam. The structural features of this raw material include a significant air filler, therefore the furniture is quite soft and comfortable. Of course, the hardness of the polymers is adjusted on a case-by-case basis. Foam rubber has a noticeably reduced density in relation to the previous sample. This material is most commonly used in padding.

They also use latex (a rather expensive product) or synthetic fluff (does not cause allergic reactions). Horse mane is used from natural raw materials.

The outer material is upholstery. The fabric that is used to cover upholstered furniture should fit into the overall interior of the room. Upholstery materials are very diverse:

• flock;
• chenille;
• tapestry;
• velveteen;
• microfiber;
• jacquard;
• sackcloth;
• leather and substitutes;
• suede, etc.

How to choose the right sofa

When choosing, you need to consider where the furniture will stand, whether transformation is needed at all (this is not necessary for the office). Also take into account the peculiarities of the floor material, whether rollers are needed so as not to damage the coating. Be sure to pay attention to the upholstery.

Of course, this is a decorative element that attracts and pleases the eye. But it is also necessary to approach from a practical point of view, how much the fabric can withstand the claws of pets, whether it is difficult to clean, how the material resists pollution and whether the fabric does not fade. If the sofa is installed in the nursery, you need to take into account the possibility of "painting" the furniture in all colors of the rainbow, and how the material will react to cleaning.

General rules for choosing a sofa look like this:

1. Decide on the place where the furniture will be delivered. Take appropriate measurements.
2. Choose the style of the product that will fit into the surroundings of the room.
3. Consider the possible number of visitors who can sit on the couch.
4. You need to choose the products that you like, and not the ones that are “trendy”.
5. Consider the transformational capabilities of mechanisms.

Choose a sofa to your taste, do not be afraid to experiment, develop interior "melancholy". In addition, do not forget about the practical side, rest after a busy working day on pleasant upholstered furniture gives strength for active action. Just before deciding on a model, read the reviews.

VIDEO: How to choose a sofa transformation mechanism.

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