Choosing a roll-out sofa

Sometimes guests come to each of us who need to be accommodated somewhere for the night. The best option in this case is the roll-out sofas, which, when folded, can act as a comfortable single bed, and when unfolded, they can form several comfortable sleeping places. In this article, you will learn how to choose a high-quality and reliable roll-out sofa.

A roll-out sofa is often used as an alternative to classic models of beds and sofas. This design has its own individual advantages and disadvantages.

Among the pluses, the following points should be noted:

• roll-out sofa models are the most practical in terms of the occupied space - they can be placed even in the smallest rooms;
• usually such models are equipped with additional drawers and containers for storing clothes and bed linen;
• thanks to the folding design, such sofas are slightly cheaper than full beds;
• roll-out sofas have the simplest design that can properly serve up to several decades;
• pull-out sofas do not need special care and are very easy to use;
• Today, roll-out models of sofas are presented in a huge assortment, which allows everyone to choose or order an option just for their needs and a certain style of interior.

However, there are some nuances that can be attributed to cons:

• due to the specific design of sofas, their roll-out elements are always at a fairly low level;
• internal fittings can lose mobility over time and deteriorate from corrosion;
• roll-out models have special stands or legs for components that can scratch the floor;
• in modern roll-out sofas, special boxes for linen are often installed, however, they, as a rule, have little space.

Modern brands offer a wide variety of pull-out sofas. Below are the most popular types with a description of their advantages and disadvantages.

This is one of the most comfortable and practical pull-out sofa options. To unfold the eurobook, it is enough to pull the seat forward as far as it will go, and lower the headboard into the resulting niche. At the same time, the seat moves in special guides on castors or casters.

Key advantages of the Eurobook:

• very simple folding-unfolding system - this model can be used by both small children and the elderly;
• this kind of sliding sofas must be supplied with spacious inner drawers;
• these beds, even unfolded, will be an excellent sleeping place for one person;
• the simple design of roll-out sofas allows you to make bed models of absolutely any size;
• to expand such a bed, you do not need extra free space;
• Eurobooks can be equipped with comfortable wooden armrests;
• due to a simple folding mechanism, such sofas are as flat as possible, rarely break and do not need special care.

Pull-out sofas with a dolphin mechanism are considered more sophisticated - here, in order to unfold the sofa, you need to find special loops at the bottom of the front of the product and pull them towards you until it stops. This will lead to the appearance of an additional section in which a special pillow with loops is located. With the help of hinges, the cushion is lifted up and fixed with a metal arch on the same level with the sofa seat.

Advantages:

• beds with such a mechanism allow you to qualitatively save free space in the room;
• a pull-out cushion is installed flush with the sofa seat, which provides a relatively straight and level sleeping place;
• the dolphin mechanism cannot be called difficult to master - even a small child can cope with it;
• looks great in both small and spacious rooms.

Disadvantages:

• the retractable mechanism, as well as the metal arc, exert a sufficiently strong pressure on the body of the entire sofa, which requires the purchase of models exclusively from high-quality wood;
• the mechanism "dolphin" with regular use wears out over time and loses its mobility - usually such sofas last no more than 7 years.

The principle of operation of such sofas is very simple and resembles the work of accordion bellows - the retractable part of the bed rises and stretches all the way forward (where it is installed on the legs), which leads to the unfolding of the back. The result is the most spacious, comfortable and level sleeping place, which can accommodate up to 3 people at a time.

Advantages:

• Accordion sofas are considered the most spacious of all the other types. In such sofas, the back consists of two equally soft and voluminous components, which allows you to create the most spacious sleeping place.
• Despite the absence of a special drawer inside the sofa itself, a small cabinet is usually installed in the pull-out part for storing linen.
• The unfolded seat and back of such a sofa are installed on strong metal legs and equipped with a reliable metal or wooden frame.
• The pull-out mechanism of such beds is very simple - even teenagers can handle it.

Unfortunately, there are also disadvantages here:

• to unfold such a sofa, free space is required in front of the front and retractable parts;
• the legs and supports on which the pull-out part of the sofa is installed can damage the floor covering;
• a small bedside cabinet may not be enough to store blankets and other bedding.

This is one of the simplest options for pull-out sofas, it is considered an improved version of the classic "book". To expand such a sofa, you will need:

• remove pillows;
• push the lower front of the bed all the way forward;
• fold out the seat of the sofa and place it on the pull-out part.

Pros:

• creates a comfortable and spacious sleeping place;
• due to its simple and reliable design, it can withstand up to 250 kg;
• relatively low cost, unlike other types;
• there are bulky boxes for storing things and linen;
• can be installed both near the wall and in the corner;
• a simple draw-out mechanism can be used by both adults and children.

Minuses:

• the roller mechanism or casters deteriorate over time and can scratch the floor;
• due to the folding seat structure, the surface may not be level enough.

High-rolling sofas or beds like "conrad" are actively gaining popularity today. Sequence of transformation:

• the lower front of the sofa is pulled out all the way;
• behind it, using the internal fittings of the sofa, the rest of the bed is pulled out;
• the part of the bed, where the legs will be located, is taken out of the pull-out part and on a metal arc is aligned with the sofa seat.

Among the advantages of such a sofa are the following:

• high reliability - high-rise beds can withstand huge loads;
• the folding mechanism of such sofas is very simple, which makes it as durable and reliable as possible;
• this is one of the most spacious types of sofas - several people can easily fit on them;
• such sofas do not leave scratches and roughness on the floor surface.

Disadvantages:

• to unfold such a sofa, you need a large amount of free space in front of the front and sliding part;
• usually these beds do not have compartments and drawers for storing bed linen.

The materials that are used as upholstery or filler for such products directly affect the convenience, comfort and durability of furniture. Below will be presented options for materials that are used in the upholstery and filling of roll-out sofas most often.

The material most often used in the filling of roll-out mattresses is polyurethane. It is a foamed synthetic material, the main feature of which is excellent shape retention for a long time.

Pros of polyurethane:

• long service life;
• strength and reliability;
• variety of forms;
• varying degrees of rigidity;
• completely hypoallergenic;
• does not contribute to the accumulation of dust;
• has high softness, elasticity and resilience.

Minuses:

• has increased rigidity in comparison with spring blocks;
• cheap models of sofas with polyurethane quickly lose their shape and sag.

The synthetic winterizer can be considered the most budgetary filler for upholstered furniture.Unlike other inexpensive analogues, this material is quite durable and capable of retaining its shape and elasticity for a long time.

Advantages:

• light weight;
• low cost;
• excellent thermal insulation and moisture resistance;
• hypoallergenic;
• has good elasticity and resilience;
• can be used in conjunction with other materials.

Minuses:

• too soft for sofas;
• with prolonged use, it can lose its homogeneous structure and stray into dense lumps.

Holofiber is considered by many experts as the best material for filling upholstered furniture.

This material has a lot of advantages:

• high degree of hygiene;
• little weight;
• excellent firmness, softness and elasticity;
• affordable price;
• does not cause allergies;
• has good breathability and moisture resistance;
• resistant to combustion and heat;
• does not lose its structure after long-term use;
• does not absorb unpleasant odors.

This material also has its disadvantage - high cost.

Highly elastic synthetic material, the main feature of which is the vertically arranged fibers. This material is made using high quality polyester.

Advantages:

• has excellent elasticity and is able to restore elasticity after serious and prolonged stress;
• in addition to elasticity, durafil is completely hypoallergenic;
• the material is fire resistant and does not accumulate moisture.

The disadvantage is the high cost.

Latex is not very popular but reliable material with a long service life, which is often used in the manufacture of orthopedic mattresses.

The main feature of latex is the ability to adjust the texture exactly to the contours of the sleeping person's body. This helps to effectively distribute the load on the body, eliminates spinal deformities and, in general, ensures not only pleasant, but also healthy sleep.

The advantages of the material include hypoallergenicity, elasticity and quick restoration of the original shape after serious stress. The only drawback of high quality latex is the high cost.

Springs or spring blocks are the most classic version, which was the first to be used for filling furniture products. There are several types of spring blocks.

• In blocks of the "bonnel" type the springs inside the furniture are aligned with a steel wire in the form of a spiral.
• Snake - the springs are placed horizontally inside the furniture block.
• Blocks with separate springs - here all the springs are arranged vertically and are individually housed in a fabric cover. Several cases are connected into one block, however, each of the springs can bend regardless of the state of the other springs in the same block.

Such fillers have a lot of pleasant advantages:

• long service life;
• high reliability, resilience and elasticity;
• the ability to withstand colossal loads and remain flexible;
• completely flat furniture surface;
• excellent water and air permeability;
• the springs are able to adapt to the figure of the sleeping person, which provides the necessary and healthy rigidity.

There are also enough disadvantages of spring fillers:

• in low-quality furniture, spring blocks can emit unpleasant squeaks, especially in products on a metal frame;
• usually, upholstered furniture with spring units is much more expensive than options with other fillings;
• in case of damage to individual units, expensive repairs will be required.

In the case of roll-out upholstered furniture, not only the filler, but also the upholstery material plays an important role. Let's consider the most popular options:

• jacquard - moisture resistant, pleasant to the touch and beautiful material, which is used in the upholstery of luxury furniture;

• velor - synthetic and hypoallergenic material with high wear resistance and easy maintenance;

• cotton - expensive, difficult to care for, but pleasant to the touch and incredibly soft material;

• flock - soft, easy-care material, reminiscent of velor in texture;

• matting - strong, durable, unpretentious in care and very soft material, contraindicated for apartments with dogs and cats;

• skin - expensive, original and stylish trim that will keep its appearance for a long time.

When choosing the optimal dimensions for a roll-out sofa, you need to focus on the size of the sleeping area and the number of people who will sleep on the bed. If we consider the opinion of experts, then as such typical values ​​for the size of roll-out sofas do not exist - a lot depends on a particular model and brand. On average, the following varieties can be distinguished:

• small, small sofas and mini options usually do not have a width of more than 110 cm;

• narrow single or single roll-out beds are not more than 120 cm wide;

• the sizes of one-and-a-half models are slightly larger - values ​​from 130 to 140 cm are permissible here;

• double or double versions are usually made with a width of at least 150 or 160 cm;

• if we talk about wide double roll-out sofas or beds with a triple berth, then sizes 160x200, 180x200 and 200x200 cm are usually used here.

A roll-out sofa is a rather serious and expensive purchase, and therefore the choice of such a design must be carefully considered.

• When choosing a model, you should pay attention precisely to folding mechanism... The ease of use and durability of the sofa will depend on the transformation option.

• During the selection of the mechanism it is desirable to determine the regularity of its future use.

• Estimate the size of the roomin which you want to install such a sofa.

• For more comfort, it is better to choose sofa options with a one-piece mattress without folding parts.

• Assess the location of the product - in small rooms it is the corner models that will show themselves best, but in the spacious bedrooms any options for pull-out sofas can be successfully used.

• Decide if you need laundry compartments or not - it is a great help for large families.

You can only make a general list of recommendations and instructions for using roll-out sofa models, since each variety, like any individual filler or upholstery, needs special care.

General tips would be as follows:

• before using any model, familiarize yourself with the operation of the withdrawable mechanism;
• take good care of the retractable mechanism - avoid sudden movements and try to use force to a minimum;
• in order not to cause significant damage to the flooring from retractable legs or stands, use soft stands or buy retractable furniture initially with soft legs;
• avoid sudden loads on the roll-out sofa structures, do not allow children or animals to jump on such furniture, as this may affect the operation of the transformation mechanism.

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