Which is better: a sofa or a bed?
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Many people cannot imagine a bedroom without a comfortable, comfortable bed. And for someone, a wide and soft sofa may well act as a place to sleep. The second option is also supported by the fact that it can be assembled, thereby saving space in the room. Both pieces of furniture have their own positive and negative characteristics, but let's try to consider them in more detail.
Pros and cons of bed
It has long been customary that it was the bed that was created so that a person could sleep in comfortable conditions for him. Modern manufacturers offer this product in a wide range. The latest technologies and high-quality materials are used in the manufacture. This allows you to evenly distribute the weight of the sleeping person, as well as ensure a comfortable back position and maximally relax all the muscles of the body.
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In order to answer the question of how the bed differs from the sofa for the better, you should study its main characteristics. In addition, the choice depends on the personal preference and needs of the consumer. Among the advantages are the standard bed sizes. You can choose from single, one-and-a-half or double models. However, lovers of non-standard solutions will be able to choose an option for themselves.
No transformation of this piece of furniture is required. Accordingly, no extra effort is required to collect and disassemble.
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The design of the bed assumes the presence of orthopedic properties. In addition, the mattress also has similar support. It is purchased separately or together with the product. This allows you to independently adjust the costs of purchasing and choosing the right products.
A number of models provide for the presence of boxes in order to store bed linen in them. This is very convenient as it saves space in other cabinets.
Most of the time, the drawers are quite voluminous, so you can put larger items in them, for example, blankets and pillows.
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Another important factor is the lack of mechanisms that can become unusable over time. The structure is stationary and can serve for a long time. The bed will be a comfortable place to sleep in any situation.
Experts recommend making a choice in its favor when it comes to equipping a separate spacious bedroom. It will serve as a central element that grabs attention, so you should think about the appearance.
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However, in comparison with the sofa, the bed has certain disadvantages. Size and ergonomic issues apply to them as well. In some cases, this piece of furniture can occupy almost the entire room. In addition, it usually has a significant weight, respectively, there are difficulties with movement. The cost of models that include an orthopedic base and a mattress also causes dissatisfaction with buyers. Some of them cannot be purchased separately.
As for the dimensions itself, the limitations assume 190-220 cm in width and length. The height of the bed can be 30-50 cm.
When it comes to non-standard models, most often they are made to order according to individual sizes.
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When is the best time to choose a sofa?
The design of the sofa assumes the presence of a base, backrest, seat, as well as additional elements. These can be armrests, storage compartments, etc. Consumers often choose this option when it is required to equip a berth in a sufficiently limited space. Compactness can be noted among the main advantages. The sofa can be used to divide the room into zones.
In addition, customers can choose the appearance according to their preferences, since the assortment is very diverse.
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You can choose the complete set yourself. Collecting and dismantling is usually straightforward and can be done without much effort. If the stiffness does not suit the user, you can always use a topper. It is also worth saying that most of the models are functional, therefore they are equipped with convenient components, for example, a box for storing bed linen.
It is very convenient to use the sofa if you need to leave guests overnight. You can use corner and modular models, this will help to make better use of the space in the room.
This piece of furniture can become a real comfortable and comfortable sleeping place, however, for this it is recommended to choose a high-quality and reliable product.
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It is impossible to ignore the disadvantages. In order for the room to have a neat appearance, the sofa will need to be constantly assembled and disassembled. This inevitably leads to wear of the transformation mechanisms, therefore, with constant use, the product may fail quickly enough.
The sofa in many models cannot have a perfectly smooth surface. Therefore, when equipping a berth, differences in height may appear in different compartments.
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The best choice in this case will be the accordion and clamshell mechanisms.
To smooth out irregularities, you will have to purchase a topper, which will require additional financial costs. The size of the berth can vary. It depends on the type of sofa. The straight one can reach the dimensions of a double bed, while the corner one provides a huge surface, the maximum dimensions of which are 250 by 350 cm.
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Where to stop the choice?
If we are talking about owners of small apartments, experts advise paying attention to orthopedic sofas. They can be used every day, and there is enough free space when assembling.Such pieces of furniture can replace a full-size bed. However, the final choice still depends on the personal preferences and needs of the buyer.
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When choosing a sofa or bed, there are some basic things to consider. One person will feel comfortable in a lorry, while a couple will need a double model. The fold-out sofa is perfect for one-room apartments or studios. It is better to plan a permanent bed by choosing a sofa with the transformation mechanism "Eurobook" and "accordion". They provide a smoother surface.
To make it more convenient, you can use orthopedic bases.
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If a sleeping place is required in the living room or guest room, it is also better to opt for the sofa. It will fit more appropriately into the interior. For spinal problems, a firm mattress is required. It should be noted that an uncomfortable sleeping place can cause serious harm to health.
A competent orthopedist can help with advice on choosing.
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Appearance and price category become important factors. For some, it is important to have additional functions, for example, drawers and shelves. If you need to pay attention to the orthopedic characteristics, it will be appropriate to choose a full bed.
In the case where the main condition is to save space, a sofa is still suitable.
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