Sofas for teens: varieties and dimensions

Children in the house usually have a small footage, which is why parents have to look for solutions for the ergonomic organization of the space. The best solution would be to purchase a sofa bed. Such furniture, when folded, takes up very little space, allows you to fully sleep at night, and during the day to receive friends or just relax with a book.

The bedroom of a boy or girl aged 10-14 is not only a resting place, but also a way of territorial self-expression, where it is not recommended to invade without permission. That is why when choosing a bed for a child of 10-14 years old, first of all, you need to find out his opinion. As for the functional characteristics, the doctors give the following advice:

• growing spine requires solid resting surface, which will allow you to keep the musculoskeletal framework in a physiological, anatomically comfortable position;
• for children in puberty, it is advisable to choose a sofa or a slightly increased bed, since children at this age grow unevenly and often in leaps and bounds;
• teenagers are already big enough and physically developed to cope with any sleeping mechanism, so you can pick up a variety of models - attics, options with a lifting or transforming mechanism.

Considering all these requirements, choosing the right model is not at all difficult, nevertheless, many parents face a difficult choice between a bed and a sofa.... Each type of furniture has its own pros and cons.For many years, children's beds have been an absolute priority. However, these days sofas are equipped with all the details important for a good rest: an orthopedic base, as well as a reinforced frame and a spring mechanism.

The built-in transformation unit allows you to achieve multifunctionality of furniture, that is why these sofas can be installed in the children's room along with traditional beds.

In order to make the right choice, you should familiarize yourself with the features of both options.

Bed:

• has an undoubted dignity in the form of a flat surface without any joints and seams, as well as irregularities that are often found in sofas;
• for beds, you can always buy mattresses with a variety of fillings (for example, "winter-summer" or according to the doctor's indications), this option is not available for a sofa;
• the bed has much more options in terms of price / quality ratio - manufacturers can use expensive solid wood, steel pipes, plastic or cheap chipboard material for the frame.

Sofa:

• the advantage of this type of furniture is its ergonomics and the ability to harmoniously fit into any design;
• multifunctionality will also become an undoubted advantage, since the sofa is both a sleeping area and a platform for communicating with friends, as well as a place for games;
• sleeping options for sofas, as a rule, have built-in sections for storing linen and a bed, while a bed does not provide for such devices;
• if we take into account the age characteristics of adolescents, then a sofa will become a more suitable option for furnishing a room than a bed - a folding mechanism allows it to be used in different age groups, which is especially important when it comes to growing children.

There are 2 popular types of sofas for teenage children - attics and transformers.

Loft sofa is a two-tier structure in which the sleeping area is located on the second level, and a sofa is located below. The advantages of such products include:

• furniture does not require folding and unfolding;
• on the racks on the sides, you can always hang shelves or arrange a sports corner.

Bed-folding transformers are perhaps the most popular furniture option today.

Such models are convenient for their ergonomics, since when folded they can significantly save space in the room - such a sofa can always be placed near the narrowest wall in the nursery. Models are made in a wide price range, they have a different frame and different fillers. The most modern products have an orthopedic mattress with a spring block.

Slightly less popular a sofa with a lifting mechanism of a bed. For a day, the berth is fixed to the wall above the sofa in an upright position, and during sleep it is simply lowered. The advantages of the models include an aesthetic appearance, ease of operation, as well as saving free space without losing functionality.

Straight sofas are produced in a variety of sizes, it can be both small models and products of rather impressive sizes. Usually the seats are quite soft, they are comfortable and comfortable to use. For a good rest, such sofas are suitable only if they are equipped with a folding mechanism.

Corner sofas tend to have stiffer seats. Models are folding and can be used to organize a berth. However, due to design features even when assembled, they take up a lot of space - therefore, such models are suitable for spacious children's rooms or rooms where there is a minimum of other furniture.

The vast majority of sofas have such a feature as a sliding mechanism. It is thanks to him that it becomes possible to increase space in the daytime and arrange a sleeping place at night.

• Classic version - "Eurobook" is the most popular. Such models are simple and reliable in use, they suggest a spacious, flat berth.

• Conrad sofa. The retractable model, which is characterized by compact size when folded, has built-in units for storing bedding and linen, and fits ergonomically into the interior of a small room. The transformation mechanism is quite simple, thanks to which a teenage child can easily cope with it on his own, without the help of adults.

• "Click-gag". This sofa is optimal for daily use, its back has 3 basic positions - sitting, lying and reclining. The armrests can be folded into 4 positions, there are boxes for bed linen. Most manufacturers offer removable covers for such sofas, often in a contrasting color, which, if desired, allows you to change the look of a teenager's room.

• Tick-tock. This is a simple and convenient mechanism, there are no casters or casters that can damage the floor surface. A child of 10-14 years old can easily fold and unfold the mechanism on their own, the structure does not wear out. The sleeping area is quite spacious here, and the bedding boxes are usually roomy.

The advantages of sofas lie in their ergonomics and versatility. When folded, their dimensions are small, but when unfolded, they provide a fairly spacious place to relax.

• Popular single bed models usually resemble beds in appearance, however, due to the two backs during the day, such models can be used as sofas. Traditionally, the width of the products is 80-90 cm, and the length is made in dimensions from 180 to 200 cm.The height of the boxes can be very different, but most often 30, 40 and 45 cm.
• Sleeping area width in loft sofas, it is usually 80 or 90 cm, and the length is 185 or 200 cm.The height from the floor to the second floor varies between 130-140 cm.
• The most spacious option is considered to be a transformer., the width of the berth here is 150-160 cm, and the length is 180-200 cm.

For teenage children, their room is not just a place to relax, but also a way of expressing themselves, which is why they attach great importance to its design and style. This means that the choice of upholstery is worth a lot of time. It is very important to discuss this issue with the child in advance - you need to find out what shades the teenager himself prefers.

Boys in adolescence are usually active and mobile, so preference should be given to products that, when folded, take up little space. There are several suitable furniture options for boys.

• For sports guys models in the style of avant-garde and constructivism will be appropriate. These can be couches without armrests with linen or cotton upholstery. The shade range is usually chosen saturated - light green, orange or blue.

• Boys with creative inclinations loft-style sofas will do. Monochromatic flock or velor of restrained colors (gray or dark brown) are harmonious here.

• For fans of gadgets and computer technology, you can buy a high-tech sofa. In a laconic, non-pretentious design, sofas on shiny chrome legs will come in handy.It is better to choose the upholstery in light gray or blue.

But teenage girls usually prefer lighter and more delicate colors - lavender, pink or nude.

• For young dreamers, sofas can be advised Provence style made of linen or cotton material, preferably a solid color, although a light floral print can also come in handy. In a set for such a sofa, you can sew several beautiful cushions - such an element will bring comfort and a romantic mood to the rooms.

• For girls who prefer luxurious interiors, it is advisable to purchase a classic sofa with a plain surface in blue, yellow, white or light green.

• Minimalism is suitable for sports girls. This style does not allow for contrasting colors, so it is better to choose a sofa in gray or white tones. In order to dilute the boring look of the room, you can add a couple of bright spots of red or orange to the interior.

When choosing a sofa for a teenager's room, it is very important to pay attention to the design features of the model you like. For a teenager, functionality and ease of transformation are very important.

Unfortunately, there are poor quality products on sale, the folding mechanism of which breaks down a few weeks after use - repairing such furniture will turn into considerable costs for you.

Pay special attention to the filler - for example, cheap foam rubber tends to wrinkle and loses its original shape rather quickly. Sleeping on such a sofa is harmful for children with a growing spine, as it can lead to the development of improper posture and even scoliosis. For teenagers, it is better to choose models with a polyurethane filler - it keeps its shape perfectly, while having a long period of use.

Be sure to test the sofa before purchasing - to do this, you just need to lie on it for a couple of minutes and evaluate your feelings. The design of the berth should evenly distribute the body weight, only in this case the child can count on a comfortable and full sleep.

We offer you a small selection of stylish sofas for teenagers.

• Single book sofas and roll-out couches look very impressive - they save space in a small room.

• For spacious rooms, it is better to give preference to corner options.

• When it comes to design, the choice is huge. For girls, they often choose an elegant ottoman in pink, turquoise, white and pastel colors.

• But in the room of a boy of 12-14 years old, it is better to pick up gray, blue and black products.

For information on how to choose a sofa for a child, see the next video.