How to disassemble a sofa?

When changing their place of residence, people begin to wonder about the transportation of furniture. This often requires its own dismantling. Therefore, the skills about the rules of disassembly and information about the design of the sofa will be useful for every person. Let's talk about this in more detail in our article.

Information on how to properly dismantle the sofa can be obtained from from special literature or the Internet. The bottom line is that all structural parts are interconnected by fasteners. Depending on which model is used, their number and types may be different. However, it would not be a mistake to name the main fasteners that are found in almost all structures. These are bolts, nuts, screws and screws, as well as the so-called Euro screws. The latter are distinguished by carving like self-tapping screws.

For domestic products, corners and dowels are often used. Dismantling in this case does not cause any particular difficulties. You can use a regular open-end wrench for it. The diameter is taken depending on what dimensions the sofa has. The most popular numbers are 10, 12, and 14. In addition, an angle wrench is required.

It must be said that nowadays, in many models of sliding sofas, fasteners are hidden under the upholstery. This is done to give the product a more attractive appearance. In this case, you need to prepare pliers and an ordinary flat screwdriver.

Some people prefer to use a regular nailer in their work.

It is also worth stocking up on containers where the fasteners will be placed after dismantling.Experts say that it is best to prepare them in the amount of 3 pieces. One will be used for nuts, the second for screws, and the third for bolts. You can take regular cans with lids or purchase special ones, for example, on a popular Chinese website.

As for the step-by-step instructions, first of all it will depend on what kind of design the sofa has. Domestic manufacturers offer angular and straight models to the attention of consumers. In the first case, the shape of the product is U-shaped or L-shaped. The transformation mechanism in this situation involves the extension of the lower part of the seat. The sleeping surface increases due to its exit.

Direct options are presented by models with a horizontal seat and a vertical backrest. Most often they are laid out according to the "accordion", "book" and "eurobook" types. Considering the above features, dismantling in each case is different.

Before starting dismantling work, you should carefully inspect the structure. Particular attention should be paid to the backrest. In the case when the fasteners are under the upholstery, for a start, the edges of the material are carefully separated from the frame. Staples and nails are pulled out with special tools.

The seat is positioned vertically and fits over the back. The sidewalls are unscrewed. The hardware that holds the seat is removed, after which the backrest fasteners are removed. Least of all questions are raised mechanism "eurobook". The back and seat stand out as a monolithic compartment. It is enough just to remove the sides and separate the sliding lower part.

At the sofa with the accordion mechanism the headboard is removed, after which the triple frame rolls out. After lifting the seat, you need to unscrew its fasteners. If clamps are used, they are also removed. In the end, the structure is divided into 3 parts. The first is a box for linen, the second is paired sidewalls, and the third is a transformation mechanism. At the very end, the legs are removed.

In this case, the product must be pushed to the center of the room. The seat rises, the side parts are separated. The corner compartment is separated from the short and long compartment. Soft elements are removed.

Further, the compartment for storing linen is detached. For moving, you need to pack each part separately.

If you had to remove the upholstery, you can return it back by fixing it with a stapler for construction work.

If the work is carried out with expensive models, some of them have armrests made of polished wood. Such a surface is quite vulnerable to external influences, so the products must be packed using corrugated cardboard. The shell is fixed with tape.

To work with angled models, you will need a flat screwdriver, as well as open-end wrenches of different sizes. If there are branded mounts, it is better to contact a specialist to remove them. It should be borne in mind that such sofas have impressive dimensions, so their transportation can become problematic. The product should be disassembled as much as possible so that it does not get stuck in the opening.

Before moving a sofa to a new location after disassembling it, you need to think about packaging. This will protect the upholstery from dirt and damage. In addition, this moment is important for wooden elements, the presentation of which is very important. The packaging procedure is not difficult, however, there are a number of recommendations. The best materials for packaging are cardboard, polyethylene film, bubble wrap. You can fix them with ordinary tape.

It should be borne in mind that each part needs to be packed separately. Ribs and hard corners should be laid with cardboard and soft surfaces should be wrapped in foil. Each layer is fixed with tape.Fasteners are placed in a specially prepared container, which must be tightly closed. This will help you put the sofa together faster, so you have everything you need close at hand. If you follow all the steps correctly, the sofa will not be afraid of dirt and moisture. He will calmly endure a not too neat external influence.

In order not to damage the structure during the move, you should take into account some of the recommendations of experts. Expensive sofas are often equipped with branded fasteners. To disassemble it, special tools are required, otherwise there is a possibility of damage to the upholstery or frame. You should not try to disassemble such mechanisms on your own; it is better to seek help from professional craftsmen.

Also, cautions apply to individual models. The accordion mechanism often has special clips in its design. Removing the laundry storage box can be difficult. In the "book" and "eurobook" models, it is recommended to tighten the nuts on the bolts immediately after dismantling. There are a lot of these elements, they are very easily lost. In a corner folding sofa, it is the corner block that deserves attention. It is not collapsible and should be left in its original condition.

During parsing, many problems arise after severe physical force is applied. This is strictly prohibited. This is especially common if a compact folding mini-sofa is disassembled. All elements are carefully removed in a specially prepared place so as not to lose them when moving. This will help you assemble the sofa in your new room faster.

When disassembling furniture with an old base, several nuances should also be taken into account. Chipboard repair is more difficult compared to a sofa with a wooden frame. Much depends on the condition of the frame. It is also important to take into account the age of the structure, since over time the fasteners will fit more and more tightly to each other. Disassembling corner models can be more difficult than straight models.

It is best to use a water-impermeable polymer film to hide the details from unwanted influences.

Working with withdrawable models also requires caution. This is especially true for families with pets. That's why before returning the built-in storage compartment for bedding, it is worth checking that the pet does not hide in it... If this is not done, you can injure the animal.

When disassembling, attention deserves not only the structure itself, but also its dimensions, transformation mechanisms and material of manufacture. Experts recommend using only those tools that are suitable for working with a particular model. It is important to follow the dismantling sequence. If all the conditions are met, there will be no problems in the process of work, and the product will be very easy to assemble at a new place.

Using the example of assembling an accordion sofa, you can easily disassemble this model for transportation. All the details are in the video below.