Sofas with accordion mechanism and armrests

In many small apartments, the living room serves as a bedroom, so a compact and multifunctional piece of furniture such as an accordion sofa is chosen for its arrangement. Its design allows you to quickly and easily convert the seating position into a comfortable bed. In addition, similar models are equipped with a linen drawer underneath in which you can store pillows and bedding.

The sofa with the accordion mechanism and armrests is a popular type of upholstered furniture with a folding mechanism that imitates the movement of an accordion. Its frame consists of three steel parts, on which wooden battens are installed. Such sofas are produced in a huge assortment of models, each of which differs in the material of manufacture, color, shape and design - the armrests can be soft, solid, wide and narrow. The main advantages of such sofas include:

• a wide range of models designed for both adults and children;
• ease of use - even a child can unfold and fold furniture;
• fits perfectly into the interior of any room;
• the ability to adjust the folding mechanism not only mechanically, but also automatically;
• compactness - assembled furniture takes up a minimum of space;
• for transformation, there is no need to move the sofa away from the wall, as is usually the case in many other models.

As for the shortcomings, they also exist.

• To disassemble the structure with the "accordion" mechanism, you need so that there is enough free space in front of it.
• Although most models are equipped with linen drawers, they are not too roomy... Storing large pillows and large items in the compartments will not work.
• The folding accordion mechanism provides for the use special rollersthat do not leave scratches on the floor, but with regular transformation of the sofa, marks on the floor will appear.

The furniture market is represented by a huge variety of accordion sofas with armrests, each of the models may differ in size, type of construction and price.

So, sofas with a folding accordion mechanism can be angular and straight. The first type of construction is characterized by an elongated seat and the presence of an additional part, which occupies 1/5 of the entire width of the sofa and consists of armrests, a small backrest and one or two fragments located across. This allows you to increase the berth, making the bed more spacious and comfortable.

Straight sofas are usually sold complete with soft armchairs and are placed in the center of the room. Such a sofa bed with a backrest consists of three mattress and three frame elements, each of which is located across. As a rule, straight structures are made of wood and complemented by large armrests. Solid wood furniture has high performance properties and is perfect for arranging any premises, as it harmoniously fits into their design.

Before you buy an accordion sofa, you need to decide on its dimensions and purpose, taking into account the area of ​​the room. If you plan to use furniture for receiving guests, then it should have a large width when folded (at least 120 cm). Sofas, which simultaneously serve as a place to relax and sleep, are produced in widths from 190 to 200 cm.In addition, manufacturers can produce designs of non-standard sizes: heights from 87 to 110 cm, depths from 95 to 116 cm and lengths from 75 to 225 cm.

In order for upholstered furniture to reliably serve for a long time and fit perfectly into any room interior, you need to be able to choose the right one. Experts recommend paying attention to a number of nuances.

• Construction type... If the accordion sofa is planned to be placed in the corner of the room, then it is best to give preference to models with an ottoman. They can be used for both lying and sitting. For rooms that have a niche, sofas with two corner pieces are a good choice.

• Frame strength. Aluminum frames have the best properties, they are not subject to rust, durable and lightweight. Solid wood bases also have a long service life. As for the boxes made of MDF and chipboard, they quickly deform.

• Upholstery material. Since the sofa bed will constantly transform and in the unfolded state it will come into contact with bed linen, you need to choose models upholstered in durable fabric, giving preference to natural lint-free materials.

Sofas are considered a special type of furniture that can fill the interior of a room with coziness and home warmth. Sofas with accordion mechanisms are especially popular in modern design. With their help, you can significantly transform the interior of any room.

• A sofa against the wall. This option is great for small apartments. It is best to choose a two-seater model, decorated with large flowers, with solid wood armrests.

• The sofa is in the corner of the room. This arrangement of furniture will add originality to the interior. So that the sofa does not stand out too much in the interior of the room and does not seem bulky, it must match the color scheme of the walls. White or beige is a good choice.

The instruction manual for the sofa with the accordion mechanism and armrests is waiting for you further.