Sofa creaks: why and how to fix it?

A sofa is an integral part of every living space. It is this furniture that is considered one of the most popular and comfortable for relaxation. It would seem, what problems can arise with sofas? But what: over time, they all begin to creak. It is about why an unpleasant sound appears and how to get rid of it, which will be discussed in this article.

A sofa is a multifunctional furniture of different types. Models are angular, straight, folding, etc. You can sleep on them, play, sit and collect guests. From constant loads, they fail and begin to emit an unpleasant sound in the form of a constant squeak. Of course, those with the means can afford to go to the store and buy a new sofa instead of one that squeaks a lot. However, there is no need to take drastic measures, first of all, you need to understand the cause of the problem, and only then think about how to solve it. Let's figure it out together.

The design of the sofa is a rather complex mechanism in which various elements are present.

• Frame... This is the so-called "skeleton" of the entire structure, all the components are held on it. This element is made from high quality metal alloy or wood.
• Springs... For their manufacture, the manufacturer also uses durable and reliable metal.
• Filling... Various soft materials.
• Upholstery. The fabric that the furniture is covered with.
• Unfolding system.

Knowing what any sofa consists of, you can already reflect on which of its components makes a creak.Most likely, the problem arose with the functioning of the frame, the spring block sagged or broke completely or one of the springs. So, a rattle in a metal structure occurs if:

• the fastening system is loose;
• the folding mechanism is loose.

A wooden sofa creaks if:

• cracks have formed in it, they occur if the assembly was of poor quality or raw wood was used;
• loose connections during transportation or during operation.

So, the culprit could be use of low-quality material, violation of the production process, incorrect initial assembly, a small amount of lining materials. And another one - too much load on the sofa.

In most cases, if the furniture is held together, the owners call in repair specialists who, at a professional level, can quickly and efficiently fix the problem. But if you want to save money, you can try doing it yourself. All you need is knowledge of the algorithm for performing repairs, the availability of the necessary equipment and consumables.

So, you should stock up on the following:

• pliers;
• a screwdriver;
• furniture (construction) stapler and staples to it. They are used to attach the upholstery to the frame;
• filler, which can be used as burlap, foam or polyurethane foam, felt, and other modern materials;
• upholstery fabric;
• plywood and PVC glue - for a wooden base;
• strips, plates and corners made of metal.

If you have at hand everything you need, which was discussed above in the article, and if you know what exactly caused the unpleasant sound, you can safely start repair work. You can fix the problem even without analyzing the design. Let's talk separately about how to remove this creak at home. Let's consider how to fix the problem for sofas with different frames.

Metal is a stronger and more durable material, therefore, structures made of it do not collapse, but their fastening system simply weakens or deforms. You need to do the following:

• grease the steel frame, joints, folding mechanism;
• tighten the bolts and nuts.

Of course the tree is it is a safe eco-friendly material... Furniture made of wood has always been considered one of the most beautiful, interesting and expensive. But there are plenty of problems with her too. This also applies to the squeaks of wood-framed sofas.

There are several methods that will help get rid of the rattle, and they depend directly on the cause.

• If a crack appears in the frame and the sofa starts to creak because of this, the cracked part must be repaired. You can use a piece of plywood to reinforce the problem area. Plywood is glued with PVA glue, or even better, for a more reliable and long-lasting effect, screwed with self-tapping screws on both sides. If plywood is not available, a metal bracket, corner, or plate will do.
• A gap in wood often results from the use of a damp material that dries out over time in the finished product. Such a gap should be filled with PVA glue collected in a syringe.
• It is necessary to replace a cracked part if there are several damages on it and noticeable deformations have occurred. This type of repair is called very expensive.
• If jumpers fell out in the frame, then install other and more additional ones, to fix the seat as securely as possible and eliminate the deflection.
• In the case of the reason for the squeak - friction of the timber on the chipboard, these elements just need to be lubricated... Paraffin wax or technical wax can be used as a lubricant.

You will have to replace the entire spring block, even if only one spring is cracked.There are "craftsmen" who unknowingly decide to replace only the failed element, but this is fundamentally wrong. The thing is that if one spring breaks, wear and tear of all the rest will follow. Therefore, it is required to replace the entire block, which will not be cheap and will not be done quickly. If the springs have sagged, they can be lifted with foam rubber, which fits between the spring blocks.

The repair work algorithm is identical in all cases:

• remove upholstery and filling;
• carry out a visual inspection of the inside of the sofa;
• check each spring and determine exactly the one that makes a creak, replace it with a new one;
• lubricate all joints without exception;
• the folding mechanism is carefully checked and, if necessary, lubricate it;
• if problems arise with the wooden component, use one of the methods described above;
• attach the upholstery back with a stapler.

A sofa is upholstered furniture that requires special care. It is the key to a long service life of the furniture. To avoid grinding, you need to adhere to the following rules and recommendations:

• the air temperature in the room where the sofa is installed should be in the range from 15 ºС to 30 ºС;
• do not install furniture close to the heater;
• as soon as you hear even the slightest grinding noise, conduct a visual inspection;
• be sure to lubricate fasteners and connectors once a year;
• if the side panels of the sofa are made of wood and cracks appear on them, replace this structure.

You have every right to have such piece of furniture replaced or repaired. That is why, after the purchase, keep your receipt and warranty card. But, in general, it is better not to take risks, but to purchase furniture only from well-known and reliable manufacturers. This will be the best guarantee that your sofa will be beautiful, comfortable and will delight you with a long service life.

One way to fix a creaky couch is shown below.