Tips for choosing a sofa for a boy
Professional advice on choosing a sofa for a boy is very important. If you do not take these recommendations into account, there is a great risk of error. Let's try to figure out what other points, besides our own taste, you need to pay attention to.
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The name "boy sofa" should not be misleading. Behind it there are many more private species that should be used only in a specific situation. At the age of 3-5 years, models with sides should be used. These sofa beds reliably protect against falling to the floor.
The sides should not be too rigid, otherwise, instead of protection, they themselves will become a problem.
One-bed
Such sofas for children can be very helpful even in a small area. They allow a growing body to develop normally and have a good rest. Single-bed options either do not have a back at all, or are equipped with a low back and armrests. Such a sleeping place will come in handy in the room of both primary schoolchildren and adolescents. Many models are equipped with boxes for underwear and toys.
By using such furniture, you can make the interior more pleasant and beautiful. But this is true primarily for small children. For teenagers, a sofa bed is more relevant, which is more laconic, but at the same time quite comfortable. True, with a large build, you need to use more furniture. Couches can be a full-fledged compromise - they are used as both small and large berths.
The single sofa is visually close to the bed. The transformation into a full-fledged sofa is carried out using hard pillows. It has built-in sections. Drawers can be opened with a tilt or roll-out method.
The single-bed models are characterized by an extensive selection of upholstery, differing in price and properties.
Attic
This solution works for two people. Rather, the sofa itself is located below, and the second tier is suitable for a good sleep. The width of the sleeping areas is 0.8-0.9 m. Their length is 1.9-2 m. Between the floor and the upper tier there is exactly 1.3 m.
The features of the "attics" are:
- no need for folding and unfolding;
- the ability to turn the walls or sidewalls (racks) into sports corners or storage systems;
- the use of internal boxes for storing things (in some versions).
Transformer
These sofas for boys come in many different varieties. The classic is the sofa bed. The width is usually 1.5 - 1.6 m.The length will be equal to 1.8, 1.9 or 2 m.For structures with a part going forward, the width can be 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 m, and the length - 1.9, 2, 2.05 m.
The advantage of the transforming children's sofa can be considered:
- a colossal variety of models in terms of the method of discovery, geometry;
- the ability to put narrow modifications with a front layout near narrow walls;
- an abundance of types of fillers;
- a wide price range (and the same saturation of its levels with models).
How to choose?
When choosing a sofa for a boy, you need to pay attention first of all to its functionality. It is very good if it can be used both as a place to sleep and for receiving guests. All other things being equal it is better to give preference to models with boxes... They are equally important for children 5, 10 and even 15 years old. Everyone needs to store something, and at an early age, it is still useful to get accustomed to accuracy.
It is necessary to pay attention to the quality of the materials. In the elite price range, there are simply no alternatives to wood. In the budget group, you should pay attention to MDF. Particleboard is chosen last because it is the least reliable solution.
You should check how safe the furniture is, whether there are sharp corners and cutting edges in it.
Materials and design
By the age of 10 and older, boys are already physically active to an extreme degree. Therefore, they need structures with a small size, especially when folded. As for models with a roof, they are more relevant for children 6-7 years old and younger. Then the direct child's imagination will turn the sofa during the game into a full-fledged fairytale house. But individual characteristics must also be taken into account.
Sports lovers are advised to choose furniture of simple design (avant-garde or in the spirit of constructivism). Creative teenagers will love the loft. Textiles of a uniform color are suitable as upholstery. But those who appreciate the high-tech style will prefer a sofa with steel legs, decorated with simple dark blue or gray fabrics.
Mechanisms
Eurobook is a very common model. It will save space and be used without any problems. The disassembled Eurobook immediately forms a wide sleeping place. There are many types of upholstery to choose from. In terms of practicality, the "click-gag" successfully competes with the Eurobook. This type of sofa can be fixed in reclining, sitting and reclining positions.
"Dolphin" suits teenagers, because it requires almost no effort in the layout. This scheme is reliable and stable. Once laid out, the sofa will be comfortable. Built-in drawers can be used. If you need to vary the width, take a closer look at the accordion models.
Beautiful examples
Here are some good options:
- white and blue;
Navy blue;
- light gray polygon.
You will learn more about how to choose a sofa for your child.