Swivel sofas: varieties, pros and cons
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During the arrangement of small apartments, the organization of a sleeping place is considered a frequent problem. Due to the lack of square meters, it is not possible to use regular beds. To solve this, it is enough to purchase a sofa bed with a swivel mechanism, which will serve as an interior decoration during the day and turn into a comfortable bed at night.
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Device
Sofas with a swivel mechanism are not much different from standard models, the only difference is the length of the mattresses, which are different for conventional designs, while these are the same. The swivel mechanism, which is equipped with furniture, is characterized by a special principle of operation, reminiscent of scissors. With the help of such sofas, you can quickly organize a sleeping place, it will take a matter of seconds. The movable part of the structure is displaced 90 degrees to the fixed and fixed, forming a perfectly flat surface without drops and bumps. In addition, manufacturers supplement sofas with spacious boxes for storing linen; in the unfolded state of furniture, the sections can take the form of a cabinet.
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In corner models, after turning one of the parts of the mattress (right or left), both halves are fixed with a special hook. Unlike straight sofas, corner sofas are complemented by large drawers for storing not only bed linen, but also pillows and blankets.
Such products are safe for flooring, as they have wheels in the design, which do not scratch the floor during the transformation of the sofa.
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Advantages and disadvantages
Today the furniture market is represented by a huge range of upholstered furniture, but sofas with a swivel mechanism are especially popular. The reason for this is their advantages.
- Ease of use. The roll-out sofa bed is easy to fold out and assemble. The transformation happens instantly.
- Durability and reliability. The design of the sofa consists of a minimum of mechanisms and moving parts, which prolongs its service life.
- Increased comfort. All parts of the sofa are even in length, this increases the number of seats.
- Orthopedic properties. Many manufacturers equip products with this option, but such a transforming sofa will cost significantly more.
- Possibility of storing bed linen. The design provides for the presence of internal cavities and drawers, which makes the sofa practical and saves room space (there is no need to install additional cabinets).
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As for the shortcomings, they also exist:
- It is difficult to find on sale a corner model with a folding scissors system. Usually sofas of this type are made to order, indicating individual sizes and designs.
- High price. You have to pay a lot for high quality and reliability in use.
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How to choose?
In order for a piece of upholstered furniture to serve for a long time and become the main touch of the interior, during its acquisition, you need to take into account many nuances. Sofas with a swivel mechanism are no exception. Experts recommend paying attention to important parameters.
- Trademark... Often you have to overpay for the products of a world-famous brand, but the quality guarantee is quite high. It is impossible to save on the purchase of furniture, since choosing cheap models from little-known brands, in the future, you may encounter various kinds of breakdowns.
- Quality. When buying a sofa, you should carefully examine all the joints and seams on the upholstery. They should be flat. In addition, you need to ask the seller to unfold and fold the sofa bed several times, and then try to do it yourself. The transformation of the structure should be effortless, quick and easy. When unfolded, a high-quality sofa turns into a perfectly flat bed and has no dents or gaps between the seat joints.
- The presence of orthopedic properties. For people with back diseases, it is advisable to purchase models with rigid orthopedic mattresses. To determine the comfort of the furniture, you need to lie on it for a while.
- Design... Upholstered furniture should not only be comfortable and comfortable for sleeping, but also fit perfectly into the overall interior of the room. Therefore, the color of the sofa upholstery must be matched to the decorative finish of the walls, ceiling and flooring.
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Material
When choosing the material from which the sofa is made, you need to take into account the characteristics of the room where it is planned to be installed. For example, furniture made from natural raw materials is usually purchased for children... The fabric should be moisture resistant and easy to clean. For living rooms, it is best to give preference to materials with high wear resistance. You can choose any fabric as upholstery, as for leather, it is not the best option, because the sofa acts as a berth.
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Colour
Since the sofa will occupy the main place in the interior of the room and be against the background of the walls, it should be harmoniously combined with decorative trim and other items. Designers also recommend paying attention to the color of the curtains. Today, there are both monochromatic models on sale, presented in neutral shades (beige, gray, white, brown, black), and with a pattern.
The first option is considered universal, since it fits any style of the room, while the second requires a selection of color balance in the interior.
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Manufacturer
Convertible sofas with a swivel mechanism are presented on the market by different manufacturers, each of which offers products that differ in design, size, shape and price.
- "Pinskdrev" (Belarus). Sofa beds from this brand are known all over the world because they have many modifications and are of high quality. Despite the fact that the manufacturer uses advanced technologies during the manufacture of furniture, it is sold at an affordable price.
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- Rival (Russia). This manufacturer has a high rating, as it produces sofas with a swivel mechanism of universal models. The sofas have special covers that are not afraid of animal claws.
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- "Laguna" (Belarus). The products of this brand are distinguished by their reliability and high quality. Sofa beds are available in a huge selection of colors and designs, which makes them easy to match to the interior of any room.
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- Sofas from manufacturers such as Anderssen and BellusThey come in a modern design and come with roomy drawers for storing bedding. But such furniture is expensive.
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Examples in the interior
With the help of transforming sofas, produced with a swivel mechanism, you can create interesting compositions in the interior. The monochrome version is very popular among designers, in which the color of the sofa bed is matched to the color of the walls. This minimalistic design is perfect for living rooms.
To make the recreation area cozy and filled with home warmth, you should choose furniture in beige shades. In this case, wall decoration should be done using warm colors.
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For small rooms, a design option with neutral furniture colors is suitable. In this case, you should purchase a light gray corner sofa. It will look gorgeous against the snow-white background of the walls. We must not forget about curtains, it is best to give preference to products made of light and openwork fabrics.
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For those who love bright colors in design, the “color spot” effect will be an excellent solution; for this, the sofa should be the main accent. In this case, red furniture will be an excellent choice; it will help dilute the color uniformity in the interior with a bright splash. Black curtains will help to enhance the design.
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An overview of the corner sofa on the swivel mechanism, see below.