Accordion sofas without armrests

The original prototypes of the sofas were long wooden benches covered with fabric and cushions and were found in government offices in the East. Much has changed since then. Nowadays, sofas can be seen in living quarters, kitchens and offices. There are a great variety of types of this furniture. Among them are accordion sofas without armrests. Such interior items are usually made as functional as possible, so that the sleeping place is comfortable and can be used as a living sofa.

Sofas with accordion mechanism have been popular with buyers for more than a dozen years. Their subspecies (model without armrests) looks stylish and unusual. What are the advantages and disadvantages of these interior items?

The pros are as follows.

• Multifunctionality... It can be a full-fledged sleeping place, a guest sofa, a children's sofa, and office furniture.
• Practicality. Takes up less space compared to other types of sofas.
• Fashionable design. This model looks modern, creating a sense of lightness in the room.
• Security... The lack of firm armrests helps to avoid injury to young children. All edges of the sofa are soft, so parents prefer them.

If we talk about the cons, then you need an individual approach. Some people like to lean against the armrests when resting or have the pillow rest against something while sleeping. When buying, a person immediately sees and even tries the sofa, whether it is comfortable or not. The price of such products can be quite high if premium materials were used in the manufacture. In any case, the choice is wide and for every wallet.

This type of furniture is often called a sofa bed.This is due to the good properties of the bed. When unfolding, a flat surface is formed, without drops and protrusions.

It is comfortable to sleep on. If at the same time you use an additional mattress cover, you can increase comfort in the right direction: make the resting place softer, more rigid or give an orthopedic effect.

Accordions are of two types in shape.

• Direct - can be both small and quite roomy. They can be placed both in the center of the room and against the wall, depending on the design.
• Corner - usually these are entire systems, which can include a bed with an armchair, an ottoman, or all at once. Such modules are connected in the corner with a small table, under which there is usually a spacious storage space.

Such furniture has several storage locations. There is a linen drawer under the main sofa. Most often, it is located along the entire length of the sofa, sometimes it can be less. There can also be a hollow space under the chair and ottoman - a box in which it is convenient to store a mattress topper, pillows, bed linen. There are only sofas with folding backs in modular designs. The rest of the parts remain in their original state, however, add space to sleep.

The accordion unfolding mechanism is also worth mentioning. The name itself arose due to the similarity with the instrument of the same name. If the folded sofa is first lifted up by the lower part until it clicks, then pulled slightly towards you, then it will safely decompose. The bed itself consists of 3 interconnected elements - mattresses. They are connected to each other, so they always unfold exactly. The backrest and the middle part are folded together, and in the extreme part, where the legs are located during sleep, this is a place to sit.

The durability of furniture depends on the materials from which it is made. There are the following designs.

1. On a metal frame - solid construction, heavy during transportation. It is she who is most often chosen as the optimal one with a price-quality ratio.
2. Wooden - solid wood boxes are quite strong and lightweight. Suitable if the interior is made in eco-style or if you want to add warmth and coziness to the atmosphere. However, solid wood furniture is often more expensive.
3. Aluminum structures both lightweight and reliable.
4. The most budgetary option is the frame. from chipboard and MDF. Initially it looks good, but not durable, it quickly deteriorates.

The base of the mechanism can be made of welded mesh or battens can be used. They are made from different types of wood, the most durable are steamed from beech or the cheaper version from birch.

In terms of inner filling, sofas are made of such materials.

• Polyurethane foam - often used in furniture, hypoallergenic, keeps its shape well, elastic. Pay attention to the quality of the material, it can also be different. Its density must be at least 30 kg / m3. The higher the density, the better the properties and the more expensive the filler is.
• Block of independent springs - a classic of the genre, replaced the spring sofas. The plus is that when you press on one place, the rest of the springs are not affected. You can calmly sit on the sofa, put a cup of tea next to it, and it will not roll on you. The springs follow the curves of the body, creating a comfortable sleeping environment. Additional material is added to the top and bottom of the springs to make the sofa softer.
• Combination polyurethane foam and independent springs.

There are many types of fillers now. It all depends on the desire of the buyer - he needs a soft sofa or a harder, orthopedic one. Many materials are able to follow the shape of the body and immediately recover in the absence of pressure, for example, made in combination with memory foam. The following materials go into the "stuffing" of furniture:

• synthetic fluff;
• natural latex;
• synthetic winterizer;
• horsehair;
• coconut coir;
• sea ​​grass;
• bamboo fiber;
• camel's wool;
• felt.

Some of them are more expensive, others are cheaper. Some are softer, others are tougher.

In order not to miscalculate with the purchase of a sofa, you should pay attention to such an important factor as size. Many manufacturers create interior items according to their own standards, even custom-made according to the individual needs of customers. Along with this, there are standard sizes recognized throughout the world that will even help you select the desired format remotely. When choosing a sofa, parameters such as length, width, height and depth of the seat are taken into account. note that when the sofa is unfolded, additional space is required.

The size of sofas are:

• modular, designed for 3 people or more;
• double;
• one and a half;
• small.

Consider the most common size range when buyers choose sofas. 160x200, 170x200 - a good option for a double sofa for slender people. If the build allows, then such furniture may well fit.

These are the so-called one-and-a-half sofas. If your height is below average, then a 160 x 190 cm sofa will do.

There are even smaller widths: 140, 130, 120, 110, 100 and even 90 cm. Some manufacturers indicate parameters in mm in dimensions, for example, 1400x2000 are one and the same. These are small sofa chairs. A child can feel good on them, for example. Sometimes these sofas are placed in a spacious hallway or kitchen. A full bed for two adults suggests sizes from 180x200 cm and above. Choose a size that is at least 5 cm longer than your height.

The sofa is a fairly large piece of furniture, you can't hide it anywhere and you can't push it. Consider all the parameters so that the choice will please you for a long time and be beneficial. Here's what to look for when buying this piece of furniture.

1. What is a sofa for? A large sofa for sleeping and relaxing, or a small one in the hallway, so that it is convenient to change shoes? Or maybe a sofa in the kitchen? For every need, choose certain properties of the furniture.
2. How much space do you have to install it... Please be aware that additional space will be required when laying out the accordion.
3. Is the base and frame strong enough for the sofa? The metal frame is considered the most durable. If the design requires wood elements, then choose from hard species, for example, beech or pine, oak.
4. What is your sofa's "inner world"? Whether you prefer an independent spring block or polyurethane foam, maybe a combination of materials with special orthopedic properties. Pay attention to the quality of the material, it also varies.
5. How will you look after your new “friend”? Models with a removable cover are convenient in this regard. They are easy to machine wash or replace when worn out. If there is no cover, then the cover can easily replace it. The option without armrests makes this even easier.
6. Does the sofa harmonize with the design of the room? After all, you will have to rest here, so it is better that the surrounding objects please the eye and act in a pacifying manner.
7. Is everything in order? Lay out the furniture and assemble it yourself, ask how everything works, if squeaks can appear, and how to lubricate everything if necessary.

The "Accordion" sofa without armrests is an excellent piece of furniture that will suit both a youth room and a living room, bedroom, corridor, kitchen. Consider the features of the configuration and personal needs, then your choice will be right.

An overview of the accordion sofa models without armrests, see below.