Sofa accordion on a metal frame: features, varieties, pros and cons
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Sofas have become so popular that no home can do without them. They are used in different interiors. This can be a relaxation area in the living room or a cozy place to sleep in the room. When choosing a folding mechanism, it is important to determine its location and functionality. The accordion sofas take up little space, are easy to use, and are suitable for both home and apartment.
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Peculiarities
A metal frame sofa with an accordion transformation mechanism is a modern model that meets the individual needs of customers. When assembled, it is double-back design, which, after unfolding, becomes a large berth... To do this, you just need to pull the lower part towards you until a click appears, after which the back of the sofa will expand and turn into one flat horizontal plane.
When assembled, such a sofa has a small size - 160 cm in length and 75 in width. After unfolding, it forms a spacious sleeping place for two. There are models with and without armrests.
The armrests are distinguished by their design and material of manufacture. They can be made of wood or metal, sometimes they are soft and serve as a pillow.
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Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage of sofas with such a mechanism is the simplicity of their unfolding, which even a child can handle. The sleeping area is quite spacious and level, it does not have rough seams.... The structure is made of metal, therefore it is highly wear-resistant.Thanks to this very design, the models on a metal frame are lightweight and convenient for any movement. Many sofas have orthopedic mattress options that not only make sleep comfortable, but also have a beneficial effect on posture.
The availability of the linen drawer depends on the model. It is possible to store pillows or other accessories there. The very compact size allows such sofas to fit into any interior. They do not have sharp corners and are therefore considered safe.
Despite the many advantages, these sofas also have disadvantages. Sometimes breakdowns of the folding mechanism are detected.
Moreover, it is possible to buy broken parts only from the manufacturing factory. Ordering an individual design of the upholstery or removable cover significantly affects the price of the sofa.
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Varieties
Metal frame sofas with accordion mechanism have several varieties and differ in appearance, size and parameters.
- Direct without armrests. A popular model, because it significantly saves space, the compactness increases several times. It has a length of 1200 mm or 130 cm. Such a folding mechanism serves precisely for frequent use, so this is an excellent option not only for a nursery, but also for small rooms, a living room.
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- Angular intended to be located in a specific corner of the room. It can be with left or right backrest position, consists of a corner piece and two parts. One of them is always longer than the other and is capable of changing each other in arrangement. Such sofas can be laid out in several ways: the usual (just pull the front block) or electronic (press the control panel). The box for linen is located under the berth and has a fairly spacious size.
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- Straight with armrests... The straight structure is installed along the wall. Simple design and small dimensions make it possible to integrate such models into any interior of a house or apartment.
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- Sofa bed can be with an orthopedic mattress, which is good for back health and sleep quality. Mattresses can be of different firmness, but optimal is a medium degree. The sample with a filling of independent springs is distinguished by its orthopedic functions and a rather long service life.
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It is possible to classify such sofas, taking into account the material of manufacture of the armrests.
- Wooden armrests can be carved and graceful, easy to care for, do not lose shape and have an aristocratic appearance.
- Modular made of chipboard... They are endowed with many shelves and even a coffee table. Such models are more suitable for living rooms.
- Armrests made of MDF not afraid of moisture, easy to clean, have good heat resistance.
- Artificial leather armrests quite comfortable, soft, serve as a pillow, clean well, make the model stylish and fashionable.
- Armrests made of fabric are considered the most common option, have a not so high cost, but it is also difficult to take care of them.
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Factories
A huge number of furniture factories in Russia offer a rich assortment of sofas. Their branches are located in all regions of the country. Each of the factories tries to stand out from the others, embodying special creative ideas in their furniture and surprising with design.
- "Aurora". The company for the production of furniture products began its history back in 1931 in the city of Dimitrovgrad. Initially, it was a small artel, which today has formed a large enterprise of 4 workshops. In 2018, the company sold 52% of its total turnover in the furniture industry. They produce mattresses, soft stranded furniture, wood and metal furniture.
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- "Dream". Favorably developing company for the production of upholstered and cabinet furniture in the city of Omsk. More than 10 years of fruitful work have led to the opening of 10 furniture showrooms in the city. The company's activities are aimed at producing quality products at an affordable price.Furniture is manufactured using Italian and German equipment in accordance with GOST standards. The range of furniture is very large.
Sofas differ in design and color. Products are made from high quality and safe materials.
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Selection rules
In order to choose a comfortable and high-quality sofa, there are some factors to consider.
- The "accordion" sofa is considered very comfortable for relaxation. with the chieftain.
- The upholstery must be of high quality, washable.... If you want to buy such a sofa for the kitchen, then a leatherette product is perfect. It is moisture resistant, does not absorb odors and washes well. The upholstery should be well stretched, not have convex, rough seams.
- Sofa filler plays a big role, since the service life of the product and the comfort of sleep or rest depend on it. Latex options are considered the most durable; they restore deflections well and assume body position. They are also the most expensive. The foam rubber layer is the cheapest, but also the most short-lived. The spring version holds the frame together from below and from above. Springs tend to quickly press on and lose their shape. Sitting on a sofa with such a filler is not very comfortable.
- The metal frame is considered the most durable... It should not be bolted, but welded. Differs in low weight compared to wood. Doesn't creak.
- The folding mechanism "accordion" forms a wide berth and has a spacious box for linen. For comfortable and long-term use, the structure must be lubricated periodically.
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Corner sofa accordion on a metal frame is presented below.