Sofa with a box for linen: recommendations for choosing, types

The sofa came to us from the East - in the Ottoman Empire this was the name given to a special pillow for a camel saddle. Over time, the product began to be used in residential premises, at the beginning of the 17th century the sofa became known in Europe - it was modernized, appeared in the houses of aristocrats and wealthy people. Today, a sofa with a box for linen is one of the most common types of upholstered furniture and has much wider technical indicators and capabilities compared to the first samples. Therefore, before buying, you should consider the selection recommendations, study the types of products.

A sofa is one of the varieties of a sofa, it differs in the same level of low back and armrests. Unlike a standard sofa, most sofa models with a linen drawer have a small seat or berth height relative to the floor. Modern manufacturers allow deviations from the standards, but the overall squat of furniture is identical for all factories.

Modern furniture models have many different modifications, each with its own design features. The most in demand is a sofa with a box for linen, which folds out into a full-fledged sleeping place. Such sofas differ not only in size or shape, but also in mechanisms and types of transformation. Due to the ease of use and optimal functionality, 3 types of sofa sofas are most often used in homes and offices.

• Sliding - the transformation is carried out by pulling the lower seat beam towards you. The structure is extended with the help of special metal elements installed in the form of an accordion on both sides of the frame. After extending, the seat rests on the supports, and the backrest is lowered, forming a berth.

• Folding - the general design is similar to the previous type, the main difference is that the saddle frame does not extend, but rises by the handle from the common frame. Then it is installed on the retractable legs, and the back rests on the ribs of the frame in one plane with the seat.

• Roll-out - in this model, the lower part rolls out of the general structure on special castors or casters. The backrest is lowered or also slanted forward using metal guides.

Common in home interiors and modular sofa types, but they are only suitable for large areas - living rooms, halls, separate lounges. The structural elements are not fastened to each other and can be rearranged in any order.

The sizes of the finished products are mostly limited - almost all manufacturers adhere to certain standards. To implement extraordinary design solutions, the sofa can be made to order, however, generally accepted standards should still be adhered to.

It is recommended to purchase or manufacture a sofa sofa of such dimensions that at least 0.5 m2 per person in a sitting position, the space during sleep should be at least 0.7-0.8 m2. It is desirable that the dimensions of a single sofa in the unfolded state be from 90x200 cm, and a double sofa - 120x200. There are no special requirements for the height of the back wall - the level is determined individually, depending on the style, type of sofa transformation.

When choosing a folding sofa for your home, it is recommended to consider only furniture made from natural materials. Such models are more expensive but do not harm the human body, like budget structures made of fiberboard. It is permissible that fiberboard elements play only an auxiliary role - side bottom walls, a retractable seat frame. There is a classification and types of materials used in the assembly of upholstered furniture with a box for linen.

Frame types:

• natural wood;

• MDF;

• Chipboard;

• metal;

• plastic.

It is also better to use only natural fabric materials as upholstery for the sofa on which you plan to sleep. Kitchen furniture is covered with durable dense fabrics that are resistant to sunlight and abrasions. The most common types of upholstery materials for a sofa with a linen drawer are as follows.

• Velours - silky and soft material with a pleasant to the touch texture, perfect for furniture in the living room, hall, wardrobe, rest room, reception of guests. Not recommended for kitchens, hallways, children's rooms, as it requires a delicate attitude towards itself.

• Jacquard - a practical material for home and office interiors. The fabric is dense and highly durable. The textured surface of the material is a tight weave, easy to clean, does not fade in the sun.

• Scotchguard - modern upholstery material, due to its high environmental friendliness, is often used in the manufacture of children's furniture. It is a dense and durable cotton. It has hypoallergenic and antistatic properties.

• Chenille - material with a soft, slightly embossed surface. Recommended only for dry living spaces - constant high humidity destroys the structure of the fabric.It is pleasant to the touch, has high strength and long service life.

• Artificial leather - a good choice for kitchens, offices, classrooms, hallways. Easy to clean with a damp wipe, resistant to rubbing. For sofa seats, it is better to choose a fabric-based material, armrests, back walls and side parts can be covered with non-woven fabric.

• Genuine leather, suede - material for luxury furniture, suitable for both home and office interiors. It has high strength and durability, but subject to regular maintenance using special chemicals, aerosols, rubbing.

A filler for upholstered furniture is one of the most important indicators when choosing. The comfort of the sofa, environmental friendliness, health safety during sleep will depend on its quality and structure. Such options are used in the form of "filling" for modern models.

• Spring block - a classic filler, proven over the years, allows you to properly distribute weight during sleep, which ensures healthy, full rest. Furniture with a spring block is practical and durable, of the drawbacks - over the years, the springs begin to creak.

• Polyurethane foam or polyurethane foam - elastic synthetic material. It is made from a number of polymer compounds, however, it is considered safe for health. It is divided into several types in terms of density and quality. Ideal for kitchens, hallways, due to its resistance to moisture, it is suitable for country furniture.

• Sintepon - soft and resilient environmentally friendly material. Due to the optimal ratio of price and quality, the most common is an inexpensive budget option. Comfortable, evenly distributes the load, but short-lived - with frequent use, depressions and bumps are formed.

• Latex - expensive, but durable and environmentally friendly material. It is used in the manufacture of designer, luxury upholstered furniture. It is hypoallergenic, non-toxic, absorbs vibration, optimally follows the shape of the body and restores its original shape - the service life is more than 15-20 years.

The main berths must be made exclusively from natural materials, especially in furniture for children's rooms. Inexpensive furniture made of fiberboard and other synthetic materials is installed in offices, offices, in the kitchen, in the hallway.

The choice of upholstered furniture style depends on the design of the entire room and interior. Thanks to its squat design, a sofa with a box for linen is often used in interiors in Japanese, Asian style - they create a semblance of floor oriental sofas. The strict features of most types of this furniture are successfully combined with loft, high-tech or lounge interior styles. Models with unusual shapes, for example, where the armrests and backrest have different heights, suitable for modern techno and pop art interiors. The sofa is upholstered in pastel shades and adorned with soft, voluminous cushions, perfect for a Danish Hygge style.

For children's rooms, it is recommended to choose squat models, where a low back and armrests perform only a restraining function - so that the child does not fall during sleep. A sofa with a box for storing linen of a non-standard design is suitable for large rooms - halls, living rooms, where its dimensions will not interfere with the movement of people. Folding models without a back and armrests are installed in the bedrooms - when unfolded, the sofa even visually replaces an ordinary sleeping bed.

For kitchens, dining rooms or office rooms, as a rule, they choose a sofa with a box for linen of limited transformation - a berth is suitable only for a short rest or for temporary accommodation of guests.

For an overview of the sofa with drawers for linen, see the next video.