Sofa canape
Today, upholstered furniture manufacturers are surprised by the variety of models, shapes, style and color solutions. If you are attracted to non-standard furniture, you should pay attention to the original sofa-canape.
Special features
Initially, the word "sofa" meant the register of documents. Later, this word spread to the place where the State Council met. Then this word began to denote halls for various celebrations, after some time the “sofa” was used to designate a special hill covered with a soft carpet that was used in the halls.
Already in Europe, the word "sofa" began to denote a soft place to sit. It was the first prototype of a modern canape. Its appearance and design changed over time. Designers used refined legs, expensive fabrics for upholstery, as well as carved elements of natural wood to decorate the canapes.
Today, canapés are a roomy small-sized sofa that is presented on four, sometimes six legs, and is equipped with a soft seat, a high back and durable armrests. Such sofas were often used for arranging women's boudoirs, and the rooms were called “sofa”. Modern models are presented in small sizes, equipped with a convenient transformation mechanism.
The main feature of all models is that the bed is always placed perpendicular to the back of the product. Canape often has a folding mechanism or a rollout accordion.
Canapes today are in great demand among owners of small apartments due to their compactness and the possibility of creating a comfortable, full-fledged sleeping place. This model is ideal for students who rent housing. Due to its convenience, canapés are often used for decorating a child’s room. Children's models have as upholstery fabrics that have dirt-repellent properties. This advantage will especially appeal to mothers of young children who manage to soil the sofa every day.
Canape is often part of a modular sofa. For example, the ensemble from a canape and an angular compact sofa acts as the excellent decision.
This option is ideal for filling the blind corner in the room.
Species
All modern models of stylish sofa canapes can be divided into two main groups:
- Elite optionswhich are presented in the styles of the XVIII-XIX centuries. Such models are characterized by sophistication and elegance. They are designed exclusively for seating. To take a comfortable horizontal position is almost impossible.
- Models intended for everyday use in modern apartments. Such sofa canapes are not only attractive and stylish in appearance, but also attract attention with functionality.
Modern models are represented by various materials, upholstery textures, color designs. Many designers use the game of contrasts, giving canapes of unusual and original. To give the product artistic completeness, designers complement them with decorative pillows of different colors and shapes.
The sofa canape for everyday use is equipped with a soft seat, one armrest and a semi-rigid backrest.. Some models have two armrests made of natural wood, but one of them is necessarily much lower than the second. Some models instead of armrests are equipped with soft rollers, which are attached to the sofas with velcro. To increase the length of the seat, rollers or pillows can be thrown to the sides due to the presence of special loops.
Canapes are usually compact in size. In width, they reach from 100 to 140 cm, and in depth - from 50 to 75 cm. Models often have backs made of natural wood or chipboard, although some options are supplemented with several pillows instead of a backrest.
Canape can be used as a soft and comfortable bed for children. Typically, children's rooms in modern apartments have the smallest footage, so the furniture should be compact. Models for children are made from natural materials, are safe to use, and are equipped with retractable transformation mechanisms. Parents should take the choice of a sliding system very seriously, as lifting mechanisms can threaten the safety of your baby.The process of folding the sofa should take place easily, smoothly and gently, so that the child can fold and fold it independently.
Models for children should be covered with soft and thick upholstery and not have hard corners.
Styles
A variety of models allows you to find the best option that will harmoniously fit into the chosen style direction of the interior. The compactness and functionality of the sofa canape saves space in the room. A small room does not tolerate dark shades. For the design of any style is to give preference to light colors, because they make the room more spacious visually. An excellent choice would be a sofa canape beige, cream or light green.
You should not use sharp transitions of colors in the design of the sofa canape. Looks good option sofa when the seat, armrests and back are presented in a single color design. Perfectly decorate the sofa in a small bedroom or children's room will allow bright pillows. The backrest and armrests are rarely decorated with upholstery, mostly they are made of natural wood or are completely absent.
For the embodiment of the Scandinavian style is to give preference to sofa-canapes, which are decorated with a curved back. The well-known art deco style, combining straight lines and asymmetry, can also be decorated with a stylish sofa canape. As upholstery used expensive fabrics, such as silk or chiffon. These materials attract the attention of beautiful patterns and rich texture.
Exclusive custom-made models are made from exotic tree species. Often there are canapes of pink, palm tree or madroni. Inlaid ivory or bronze, as well as exquisite carving perfectly fits into a luxurious baroque style. Classic models often decorate living rooms, and modern canapes can also be found in the bedroom or children's room.
Popular models
Many manufacturers of upholstered furniture in the new collections include stylish and unusual sofa canapes.
Today is in great demand sofa "Montreal" with canape from the company "Home Collection". The corner model with a luxurious canape draws the attention of designer utyazhki. Elegant, stylish corner sofa "Montreal" with canapes easily transformed into a comfortable andcomfortable bed. This model is ideal for a good rest both during the day and at night.
Sofa "Montreal" is equipped with a transformation mechanism "dolphin", which allows you to quickly expand the product. The berth has dimensions of 160x242 cm. The model is 288 cm long, so it is suitable for spacious living rooms or bedrooms. The length of the canape is 191 cm, and the seat has a depth of 109 cm.
Reviews
Many buyers, when choosing a comfortable, compact and attractive upholstered furniture, prefer a sofa-canape. The main advantage of modern models is compact size, convenient and easy transformation mechanism, as well as a comfortable sleeping place.
A variety of colors and materials in the manufacture of canapes allows you to find the best option for different styles. For classic styles, models on exquisite legs, ideally decorated with unusual decor, are perfect. This option will be a highlight of the fashionable interior. For modern styles, buyers often purchase models in discreet colors. Many models have wooden armrests and a back that cannot be left unmarked, since natural materials are in trend today.
Canape sofas successfully combine beautiful design, compact size and a spacious, comfortable sleeping place. Such upholstered furniture will definitely be a good purchase for arranging your home.
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