How to choose the right sofa bed? | Factory Street

A true two in one, the sofa bed it is a clever piece of furniture practicality and designvery popular in small spaces. Whether you use it daily or occasionally, the choice of your sofa bed must be considered. Will the sofa be used as daily seating? Will we sleep there every day? In which room will it be installed? Here is an overview of the criteria to consider for doing so choose the right sofa bed adapted to your needs !

The different types of transformable sofas

To welcome passing friends or family or to save space in a small space, the convertible sofa is the ideal solution. It is divided into two large families: the bencheswhich include click-clack and BZ, e the sofas.
The benches are in fact folded mattresses covered with foam and a fabric, faux or velvet covering. They have the advantage of being generally compact and opening extremely easily, in just a few seconds. Ideal for limited budgets, benches are much less expensive to purchase than sofa beds.
The convertible sofas are real sofas, which house a bed system independent of the seat. Indeed, from appearance, it is not easy to know that these house a very comfortable sleeping space!

Choosing the right size for your sofa bed

The first criterion to take into consideration when choosing the ideal convertible sofa is the location which will be attributed to him. You must precisely measure the space available to install your sofa, taking into account both its folded and unfolded dimensions. This will allow you to realize how much space it will actually take up, in the sleeping position as well as in the sitting position. Size is truly an essential point when choosing your convertible. This way you will avoid finding yourself with a sofa that is disproportionate to your room.
From the folding armchair to the large convertible corner sofa and the quick two-seater, there are convertible sofas of all sizes. You will inevitably find the one that best suits your needs, your desires and the space you want to dedicate to it in your interior.

The sleep quality of the sofa bed

To choose your sofa bed, the main thing to take into consideration is the use you will make of it. Depending on how often you sleep, for example daily in a studio apartment or occasionally in a vacation home, your needs and requirements will be different.
For a occasional usea mattress approximately 6 cm thick is sufficient. For this type of use, economical bench seats are highly recommended. On the other hand, if your sofa bed needs to be used more regularlyopt for a mattress 10-11 cm thick. Finally, for a daily usethe quality of the mattress becomes fundamental. To enjoy comfort equivalent to that of a classic mattress, choose a mattress with a thickness between 14 and 18 cm that offers good density. Have a quality sleep it is essential to enjoy a restful sleep and avoid back pain! You no longer have to choose between the comfort of a sofa or that of a mattress with a convertible that combines the two!

Convertible sofa with or without storage?

Some models of convertible sofas are equipped with themstorage space interior. Drawers, chests or compartments behind cushions, this can be very practical on a daily basis to optimize space, especially in small interiors such as studios or small apartments. Duvets, pillows or any other object will find their place and allow you to enjoy a
get pleasure considerable. Depending on the space you have available, make this criterion an essential element in your search for the ideal sofa bed!

Transformable sofa opening system

If you need to open your sofa bed regularly, choose carefully. opening system it is essential. THE click clack and the BZ they are carried out extremely easily in a few moments, thanks to their very simple systems. But benches are much less comfortable than other sofa beds and are not very suitable for everyday use. For regular use, convertible corner sofas with drawers are a good option. The drawer, located under the seat, contains a mattress that is placed next to the seat. This allows you to expand the sofa space and provide an often very spacious sleeping space. Finally, for daily use, you can opt for a so-called "rapid" model where very rapid opening occurs through reversibility. These models have the advantage of having a real mattress and it is not necessary to remove the cushions from the sofa seat to transform it into a bed.

Discover our best-selling convertible sofas

To occasionally host friends or family or to furnish small spaces, transformable sofas are useful very practical and functional furniture. In fact, in a very short time, the sofa in your living room transforms into a comfortable sleeping area! In addition to all the criteria listed above, choose a sofa that suits you and will fit harmoniously into your interior. Shape, style, colour, material… there are many models of sofa beds that will adapt to all tastes and decorations!

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