Folding sofas
Non-folding sofas are one-piece designs in which there is no transformation function. Most often, these models have high backs and smooth seats. Such characteristics possess both expensive, and cheaper copies.
Advantages and disadvantages
Such sofas have been on the market for not many years, but they are already very popular. They can be of various sizes, from compact to very large. Furniture with such simple designs can be chosen for the premises of any area.
Many buyers choose such products not only because of their attractive appearance, but also because of their relatively low cost. The democratic price for not folding sofas is due to the lack of complex and multifunctional mechanisms.
Such furniture is most often chosen by people who have at their disposal a spacious living area, equipped with a sufficient number of beds. In such circumstances, the need for a folding sofa is simply no.
Another advantage of the non-folding sofas is their sophisticated and elegant style. As a rule, such options are made taking into account that they will play an important aesthetic role in the room.
In static models, the backrests are more comfortable and convenient, since they do not participate in the folding construction and do not play the role of a functional part in a bed.
Do not think that such a sofa can not be used for sleep. Unfolded version can be operated as a bed. But it is not recommended to use furniture for such purposes too often, as this can lead to pain in the spine and restless sleep.
Serious flaws in these sofas are not observed. They are less functional than products with sliding mechanisms.
Sleeping on such models is not always convenient, since they are primarily seats, and there is too little space for healthy sleep.
Models
There are several varieties of unfold sofas. They differ from each other not only in their external characteristics, but also in their configurations.
Not so long ago, non-folding sofas with a recliner mechanism appeared on the market. Such designs are most often equipped with two and four-seater models. In such cases, upholstered furniture part, designed for one person, is very comfortable and cozy.
Recliners have several provisions:
- Initially, the design does not have a footrest.
- The second option is a deflected back and a raised footrest. This position is considered the most convenient to watch TV.
- The third position is called "relax." With it, the backrest is fully lowered, the seat changes the angle, and the footrest rises to the end. On such a design is very convenient to rest.
- Sofas with a box are very comfortable and functional. Small storage is most often located in the lower part of upholstered furniture. To gain access to it, you must raise the seat or simply push the drawer forward using a special handle.
These options are very popular, as they can store bedding, some types of clothing or just unnecessary things, for which there is no way to allocate space in the room. The drawers can be small or take up all the space under the seat.
Comfortable and cozy are the models with a berth. They do not have sliding mechanisms, but there are spacious seats, the width of which is equal to the standard sleeping place for one person, an adult or a child. For a children's room, such a sofa is ideal, as it does not take up much space and will replace the bed. But, choosing the unfolding sofa for a child, you should take into account his height.
For placement in the living room, you can pick up a standard model of small sizes without additional boxes. It is suitable as a straight and corner sofa. Often such models of upholstered furniture are placed in the kitchen. For such rooms the best option would be a small rectangular sofa, which will not occupy a lot of free space and block the passage.
The original appearance has a static sofa without armrests. As a rule, they have round shapes and look very interesting. Such models of sofas can be trimmed with both fabric and leather (natural and artificial). Both of these options are able to transform the interior and soften it, if it is dominated by angular pieces of furniture.
One of the most beautiful and popular are corner not folding sofas. They may contain several boxes for linen. Such models of upholstered furniture look expensive and stylish in any design.
Not folding sofas on legs have the big height. These parts can be made of wood or metal. Recently popular options with thick chrome legs. Such elements are durable and fit perfectly into the interiors in a modern style.
The legs may have different heights. For example, with tall wooden legs a static sofa will look very original and attractive. But such upholstered furniture is not suitable for all environments, so its choice should be treated carefully.
The size
- The most modest dimensions have not folding sofas of compact sizes.. These can be narrow models, the size of which is only 145 x 70 or 113 x 73 cm. There is no sleeping space in such structures, and they are suitable for almost any premises, since they do not take up much space.
- The size of small double sofas can be 112 x 76 cm. Dimensions of more spacious models can be 180, 200, 220 x 100-105 and more.
- Many manufacturers offer single (with a berth) optionswhose dimensions start at 196 x 82 cm.
- Triple unfinished sofas have more free space. The smallest are options with dimensions of 180 x 73 cm.
Tips for choosing
An unfolded sofa is worth buying only if you do not need an extra spacious berth in the apartment. If you often receive guests or you like to sleep on the sofa yourself, then you should get a model with a sliding mechanism.
Before buying, you should measure the room in which you want to put a sofa. Pick up products of suitable dimensions so that nothing prevents the passage in the apartment.
Decide in advance on the purpose for which you need a non-folding sofa. If you want to use it for sleep, then you need to choose a more functional model, in which there is one bed.If you need a simple model for the seat, then you can get a cheaper copy without a bed.
For the hallway and the kitchen is better to pick up small models of sofas upholstered in leather or leatherette. Such materials do not absorb various odors, are easy to clean when contaminated, and are durable.
For a spacious living room you can buy a model of more impressive size. For example, a chic corner or three-seater sofa will look very nice and harmonious in such conditions.
Pick furniture that would fit in color and style to other elements of the interior.