Sofas for a teenage girl: varieties and selection rules
When arranging a teenage girl's room, it is extremely important that all furniture is not only practical, but also fashionable. If in the past the absolute priority was a bed with an orthopedic mattress, then modern children are more inclined to a practical sofa.
Species overview
Teenage girls use sofas not only at night, but also during the day, which is why preference should be given to functional products, on which the child can not only relax comfortably, but also spend active time with benefit.
The sofas on sale are presented in three basic versions.
One-bed
This design outwardly resembles an ordinary bed, but due to the presence of backs on three sides, this furniture can be used as a sofa during the day. The advantages of such models include:
- the presence of built-in boxes, where you can put bedding and leisure clothes;
- practicality - such furniture does not need to be folded and laid out several times a day in order to organize a sleeping area;
- wide range of products in a variety of colors and technical solutions.
Loft sofa
Such furniture is a two-tier structure, in this case, the sleeping area is set up on the top floor, and the sofa is on the bottom.
The advantages of the models include:
- these sofas do not require folding / unfolding;
- on the sides, you can always equip blocks for school things or even a study corner.
Transformer
These sofas are available in several modifications. Most often, in retail outlets, you can find a model that transforms into a bed.
The advantages of furniture are obvious:
- a large selection of models of different shapes, sizes and methods of transformation;
- saving space in the room - narrow models with a folding mechanism can always be placed near a narrow wall in the room;
- the ability to pick up furniture in any price group.
An equally popular option is a sofa with a lifting bed mechanism. In this case, the bed is fixed vertically, and the bed is lowered before going to bed.
There are a lot of pluses:
- originality of the model;
- ergonomics;
- aesthetic appearance;
- easy to control the transformation of the sofa.
Mechanisms
Withdrawable
The roll-out sofa belongs to the most popular models of upholstered furniture for children from 10 years old. In the assembled state, it takes up very little space, since it is placed close to the wall, this is especially appreciated in apartments where a small room is reserved for a children's room.
Among the advantages are:
- the simplicity of the collapsible mechanism;
- being disassembled, the sofa allows you to organize a fairly spacious area for sleeping;
Accordion
This sofa is classified as a pull-out type. There are several advantages of such models at once:
- easy way to transform - you just need to push the seat forward and lower one of the backs, thus, the whole structure quickly turns into one spacious plane;
- such sofas installed tightly against the wallthereby saving space.
Click-gag
This sofa bed can be fixed in three positions: lying, sitting and reclining. The advantages include:
- use of high quality steel determines the service life of the transformation mechanism and individual structural parts;
- when unfolded, the sofa allows you to create perfectly smooth surface without any protruding sections and depressions;
- small size - folded sofa takes up little space;
- multifunctionality models.
Dolphin
Such products are very popular when arranging the rooms of a teenage girl, since almost no effort is needed to unfold such upholstered furniture. Among the advantages are:
- reliability - sofas can withstand heavy loads and have a long service life;
- sleeping place turns out spacious and comfortable.
In order to unfold the Dolphin sofa, you just need to slightly raise the seat and pull it towards you, and then lower it in a horizontal position.
Corner models are most often placed in a small room - they become a stylish solution for a teenage room.
Materials (edit)
For a teenager, it is best to choose furniture with a wooden frame, since this material is durable and environmentally friendly. The wood does not emit a synthetic odor and does not contain toxic substances.
Often, the frame is made of steel. This design is reliable, but quite heavy - the sofa will weigh a lot, and you will hardly be able to move it from one place to another without outside help.
The most modern models are equipped with a plastic frame, these structures, unlike metal ones, are quite light, but extremely impractical - if a girl jumps on it, then such furniture will simply not withstand the load.
As a filler, only high quality non-toxic and hypoallergenic materials. A sofa with foam rubber is inexpensive, but it will very quickly lose its original appearance - it will be possible to use it for rest no more than 3-4 months, after which the foam rubber will crumple and deform, sleeping on it will not only be uncomfortable, but also dangerous for the girl's growing spine ...
The best solution would be a couch filled with polyurethane: it will be comfortable to sleep on such furniture, and the inner contents will not lose their shape.
When a teenager lies on a similar base, his muscles relax, being in the correct position. This is extremely important for schoolchildren who spend a lot of time at their desks.
For upholstery, they are usually used:
- microfiber;
- chenille;
- velours;
- flock;
- jacquard.
For the room of a young girl, it is advisable to choose natural and hypoallergenic materials, which are also well washed - teenagers love experiments, they constantly make slimes, chewing gum for hands, draw and create gifts for friends, therefore their furniture encounters pollution just as often as children's furniture.
The easiest way to remove stains from arpatek fabric - the material resembles artificial leather, it is easily cleaned of stains and does not need special care.
Suitable for furniture in the nursery chenille - this fabric does not stretch, and any stains are quickly removed with a solution of vinegar.
And here is the couch, sheathed velor, for such a room is unsuitable, since the material quickly wears out and becomes unpresentable.
Flock upholstery is also not the best solution for a teenager's room, dust collects on such material and it has to be cleaned with chemical compounds.
Design
Teenage children are picky enough, as growing girls have their own understanding of beauty and fashion. That is why the style and shade in which the children's room is decorated is of great importance to them.
The most romantic natures usually prefer discreet shades. (sand, beige, olive, pale lavender)
For calm girls, Provence-style furnishings will suit. In this case, upholstery with a small print or monochromatic will be appropriate. In a set for such a sofa, it is worth stitching several stylish cushions, such elements will add comfort to the room.
Young lovers of luxurious interiors should pay attention to classics. A distinctive feature of this trend is the combination of patterned and monochromatic surfaces in blue, pink, yellowish shades. A folding sofa with armrests covered with tapestry is best suited for such girls.
Active girls will surely like minimalism. This direction does not allow contrasts and a bright color palette, so here it is best to choose sofas in gray or white colors, and you can dilute the boring design by adding a few rich accents of orange or red to the interior.
Selection Tips
When buying a sofa for a girl from 12 to 14 years old, certain factors should be considered.
- Compactness... Couches should be selected in accordance with the dimensions of the room.
- Versatility. It is important that the child can not only sleep on the couch, but also use it as a platform for communicating with friends, reading or searching for information on a laptop.
- Ergonomic... It is advisable to choose models equipped with drawers, where you can put your clothes away after sleep.
- For a teenager, it is worth choosing products with orthopedic base, it contributes to the formation of good posture.
- An important role is played by color and designso be sure to ask your daughter about her own tastes and preferences.
Beautiful examples in the interior
Sofas of light shades look very gentle and romantic in the room of a teenage girl: pink, white or nude.
For more modern models, high-tech or minimalist models are suitable.
A good solution for a small room would be a loft sofa.
Next, see the video review of the sofa for a girl.