Which sofas are by name. Sofa layout mechanisms: Which of them are the most reliable

To any of us is difficult to imagine the living room without a sofa. This soft component of the interior gives people a feeling of warmth and comfort, the sofa in any house takes one of the most important places. People rest on it, play, communicate with family and loved ones, and also read, watch TV and sleep. In order to determine his choice, you need to clearly imagine what models exist and what functions they perform.

Now all the time there is more and more new corner models and structures for the house. In such a number of proposals, the buyer is quite difficult to decide on the choice and understand which type is suitable for it. In most cases, a person chooses a model based on its appearance and the material from which it is created. But with such indicators it is difficult to achieve full comfort in the use of the sofa. For example, this choice is suitable in order to furnish the room and give it aesthetics, but not to use it often. For the same goals there are monolithic sofas, they are called unrelaxing them. They can be seen in public places and shopping stores.

A completely different case when the sofa is bought for frequent use in everyday life. So, it can be assumed that such a model will be laid out every day for sleep . To choose the right model And do not make mistakes, you should know and understand which mechanisms for the transformation of sofas.

Other criteria of the selected model should also be provided: the size of the space required for the sofa, simplicity of transformation, the presence of a place where to give bed linen. It should also be determined for yourself what kind of sofas is better.

The classification of all sofas designs is carried out by:

  1. Transformation.
  2. Features of furniture design.
  3. Appointment.
  4. Size and capacity.

Types of mechanisms

Divan names

Classification by appointment

All models can be distributed by their purpose:

  1. Office furniture.
  2. Living room furniture.
  3. Kitchen furniture.
  4. Furniture for hallway.
  5. Furniture for children's room.

With all these varieties, sofas and their mechanisms will significantly differ from each other, so it should be accurately decided on the design of the sofa and its purpose. In most cases Assignment can be determined by material from which furniture consists.

Those sofas that are covered with skin or more budgetary materials are usually located in the cabinets or in the kitchens.

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Sofa transformation mechanisms - briefly about each

Initially, we will define that such a mechanism for transformation of the sofa. Often use another name - the sofa laying mechanism. Professionals prefer the concept of transformation, so I will further use it.

Under these names, the element is hidden, which converts the sofa to various forms and positions. For example, a sofa from a sedent position turns into a sofa bed or a sofa for the "relax" with a partially crowned back. Another example of conversion is a change in the shape of the sofa. For example, an angular sofa can be turned into direct or vice versa.

Why it is important to choose the right mechanism of the sofa transformation

  • The mechanism is one of the main, therefore the overall service life of the transformer sofa depends on its reliability.
  • The mechanism affects the convenience and ease of the conversion of the sofa to different positions.
  • Depending on the transformation mechanism, different free spaces in the room to bring the sofa to the desired positions will be required.
  • The type of transformation mechanism depends on the type of transformation. After all, it is under it that the mechanism is hidden from our eyes.

Sofas without transformation mechanisms

Such sofas by definition do not contain transformational elements and are not able to decompose. Sofas without mechanisms are used to create seats for seating two or more people. You can offer this option for a small size. Less often they can be found as a sofa for sleep. Although for people without excess weight, the use of a sofa in this capacity is quite acceptable.

Unlocked sofas can be used as separate sofa modules. Applying several similar modules, especially different sizes, you can change the shape of the sofa modules.

Monolithic sofa is suitable for Hall, for the living room and decorate the kitchen or dining room. Often, such kind of sofas can be found in public places.


Pros: No mechanism, which means there is nothing to break. The service life of monolithic sofas is greater than the service life of folding sofas.

Minuses: No mechanism, there is no possibility of converting the sofa. Monolithic sofas are not suitable for organizing sleeping places, especially if you need to put two or more people.

Mechanism of transformation of the sofa "Book"

The sofa "book" is declined in two positions: a seeded sofa and a sofa for sleep.

The sofa is converted to the position of the sleeping place by folding the back of the sofa back.

During the decay, the movement sofa does not have to do, but it must be borne in mind that the sofa design requires the availability of free space between the wall and the back of the sofa.

The folding parts of the sofa are the frames of their tree or metal with the spring blocks fixed on them in addition to spring blocks, another filler can be used - foam or latex. Sofa with spring block is preferable, as it has the best performance indicators and comfort.

Sofa "Book" often contains inside section for bed linen

Dignity: Durable, reliable, time-tested mechanism. It is suitable for frequent use and organization of a bed.

disadvantages: The sofa can only be decomposed in two positions - sitting and lying. When transformation in the part where the folding parts of the sofa are connected, the appearance of convexity or pimping, which will negatively affect the comfort of sleep. "Book" can not be put tightly to the wall, since the mechanism during laying requires free space between the wall and the back.

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa "Tango"

When preparing this article, it was faced with the fact that manufacturers make up their own names for the same type of properties to mechanisms. Because of this, confusion occurs. So and in the case of the Tango mechanism.

Such properties have the mechanism "Click-Clack". In essence, both the other mechanisms are the similarity already described above "books".

The main difference from the "book" It consists in the possibility of "tango" ("Click-Clak (Cleak)") to take intermediate positions of the sofa backrest during layout.

The back in addition to the complete horizontal decay may be in the middleback position, half-sidia. This feature creates additional convenience for recreation.

Sofas "Tango" have a storage section

Advantages: The mechanism allows you to fix the sofa back in several positions, the tango sofas have small sizes, when laying into a plane, the sofa creates a surface without irregularities and bugs.

Disadvantages: There is no possibility to put the sofa tightly to the wall, when transformation, the back is required for folding.

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa "Eurobook"


Work of the mechanism: The sofa seat is advanced on roll-out rollers, a niche is formed in shape and size identical sofa pillows. Pillows are stacked in a niche, forming a flat surface of a bed.

Dignity: Easy conversion of the sofa in bed, simplicity of the mechanism itself, read it high reliability, a large and even place to sleep, large niches inside the sofa for storing things and bed.
disadvantages Due to the wide seats, it is not convenient to sit on the couch leaning about his back, especially people with low growth.

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa "Pantograph" ("Tik-so", "Puma", "Stepming Eurobook")

With the "Pantograph" the same story as with the sofas "Tango". For the sake of the red sense, sellers and manufacturers have come up with a number of bright names in fact of the same mechanism. So, what else was able to meet under the mask "Pantograf" - "Tik-so", "Puma" and even the "walking eurobook". What would not be confused further I will call the mechanism "Pantograph" (sounds somehow solid and mysteriously))) .

"Pantograph" arose as an eurobook mechanism option. The difference is that there are no roll-out rollers in Pantographer. In the rest, it is similar to the "eurobook" parameters. The internal storage niches has a large and smooth bed.

Principle of operation of the mechanism: For folding, it is enough to pull up the sofa seat holding for its edge in the middle. The sofas are equipped with hinges - handles for ease of laying. Having pulled up the sofa seat, you drive into action, the mechanism that pulls up and forward the seat and at the same time reveals the legs of the support and gets up on them. The back of the pillow is laid in the resulting niche. As a result, it turns out even, without visible junctions, a place to sleep two people.

Dignity: Sofas with Pantograph have a comfortable place to sleep. The mechanism is easily laid out. A similar sofa will not spoil your floor covering because when laying a part of the sofa is not driving on the floor.

disadvantages: The mechanism is expensive because of this and the cost of the sofa becomes higher. Because of the wide seating, sit on the sofa is not convenient, you need to use additional pillows

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa "French clamshell"

The principle of operation of the mechanism: The bedroom surface of the sofa consists of three sections. It is necessary to pull the edge of the seats and stretch them forward. Sections will reveal and stand on legs - supports. When folding, the section is hidden inside the sofa housing.

The sofas of this series are not suitable for frequent use since the mechanism is rather weak to wear.

No in these sofas and storage space Beds - all the inner space of the sofa is occupied by a folded bed.

In the collected form, the "French clamshell" has small sizes, but free space will need (at least 1.50 meters) in front of the front part of the sofa

Dignity: In the assembled state has small sizes.

Disadvantages: uncomfortable bedroom surface, no storage locations, short service life (about five years)

Output:you can apply the "French clamshell" to organize seats and for rare use as a bed - option Unexpected guests stayed and stayed (on such a sofa they will not sleep for a long time and run away))).

Mechanism of the transformation of the sofa American clamshell (sedaflex, sedaflex)

The principle of operation of the mechanism: Sleep place has three parts section. It is reserved for the sofa seat with the result that the bedroom sections will open and stand up for support. Parking goes into two receptions - at first one section will open, and behind it is as follows.

In fact, this mechanism is identical to the "French clamshell" mechanism.

His main difference can be called reliability.

The sofa frame and the mechanism itself are made of wear-resistant materials. This makes it possible to regularly use the sedaflex as a transformed sleeping bed.

Dignity: Easy to use, has good performance indicators and durability.

Disadvantages: There is no place for linen, the surface of the bedside has seams.

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa "Italian clamshell

This transformation mechanism refers to double-fold mechanisms as well as the American clamshell .. double-edged mehanism is such a mechanism that is driven into a working position in two receptions.

Principle of operation of the mechanism

To put the Italian flap from the sofa, the bed must be pulled over the top of the sofa back (usually the back for these purposes has a special loop).

  • In the first posting step The back of the sofa, along with pillows, leans forward and then falls and rests on the sofa seat.
  • In the second stage The inner part of the sofa design makes the turn around its axis, it resembles the spinning of the mattress rolled into the roll. After this turning, the support legs open, hidden before that were hidden and stacked inside the design and it relies on them, the resulting bed of the sofa.

Due to the reinforced springs, the mechanism can be folded and unfolding without significant effort.

Advantages of Italian flawls: This mechanism is the most reliable and durable of clamshells, it became possible due to the use of reinforced metal pipes in the framework of the mechanism, the sofa in the folded state has a compact size, when laying there is no need to shoot cushions from the sofa seat, Italian flawls among other folders are the fattest and comfortable Sleep mattress, in addition, lamellas and belts that create an orthopedic effect are used in the frame.

disadvantageslack of places for clothes storage, high price

The mechanism of transformation of the "Accordion" sofa

Principle of operation of the mechanism: "Accordion" acquired his name for the similarity with the principle of work of the accordion fur (stretch there - back). Socialized sofa space, too, stretching forward, while bringing the sofa to a sleeping position, and relies on nominated supports. After the transformation has been flat, we have smooth Although with insignificant seams, a spacious place to relax and sleep.

Convenience of the "Accordion" sofa in its compact size in a folded form. But you must not forget that it will take free space to lay the sofa (you need at least 1.50 meters)

The "Accordion" models are often equipped with an additional bedding for storing bedding. The cabinet is located in the rear back of the sofa.

Inside the sofa, there is no place for storage, the space is occupied by a folded sofa.

Advantages: Reliable and stable mechanism that increases the sofa service life. Completed additional storage couches. Easy to bring the sofa to the sleep position.

Disadvantages:the sofa when putting to a position for sleep driving on the floor, so it can damage the floor covering.


The mechanism of transformation of the sofa "Spartak"

The principle of operation of the mechanism:The mechanism of triple addition. It is necessary to pull the sofa seat and it will decompose in three steps at the same time putting on the extended legs.

The design of the mechanism is designed by Italian engineers. This mechanism refers to metal-frame. The frame is made of profile pipes on which a dense mesh made made of metallic rods with a thickness of 4 mm. The framework consists of three sections. The grid creates a good orthopedic effect. From above the mesh is a mattress of polyurethane foam. On such sofas comfortable sleep. The design of the mechanism provides a large length of a sleeping place, which is especially relevant for high people. Mehanism is very reliable because it does not contain wooden and plastic parts.

Advantages: Reliability and durability, easy to lay out, can be used daily, smooth and large bed
Disadvantages: There is no place to store bedding. Since the mechanism occupies all the inner space of the sofa in the assembled form, before laying, you need to remove the sofa pillows.

Sofa with laying on the floor


Principle of operation of the mechanism Sleeping place consists of two sections. In the folded state of the section are hidden inside the sofa body. To fold the sofa, you need to pull up the inner edge of the sofa seating is then moving forward to pull out the sections. A sleeping place has no supports and folded directly to the floor.

It cannot be said that the sofa is convenient for sleep because the adhesives of the sections and the sleeping place is very low. Therefore, such models can be used for episodic use as a bedroom. But for the seating is quite an acceptable option.

Dignity: Compact sizes in the assembled state, the cheapest view of the folding sofas.
disadvantages: It is not convenient to sleep, there are no beds for storage of sleeping facilities

The principle of operation of the mechanism: Sleeping place consists of two segments. In the assembled segments are located in the sofa case. To fold the sofa, it is necessary to pull in front of the bottom. After that, it will roll forward into the working position. But only to push the pillow to the vacant place. As a result of the transformation, a convenient place for sleep is formed.

Retractable sofas belong to durable and reliable models. Good are suitable for frequent use. Contain internal space for storing bedding.

Advantages: The most reliable, have a comfortable space for sleep and compact sizes in the assembled state.

disadvantages: Roll-out sofa rollers can spoil the flooring when placing, sleeping space has a low height

The decoration mechanism of the sofa "Konrad" ("Telescope")

Principle of operation of the mechanism: "Conrad" consists of three sections. To fold the sofa, you need to pull in front of the bottom of the sofa. In this section, the sections are rolled out one after another. Because of this feature, the mechanism was called the "telescope". Sets are rolled out and get up on supports.

"Conrad" is a subspecies of a roll-out sofa. A fundamental difference is a large height of a bed.

Advantages: Reliable mechanism is suitable for daily use, sofas have a compact volume, equipped with a box for linen, comfortable for sleep

Disadvantages: Mechanism and sofa have a big weight

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa "Dolphin"


The principle of operation of the mechanism:To lay the sofa, it is necessary to pull the front of the sofa from the bottom. As a result of this, a section hidden inside the sofa case will be revealed. Inside the tilt section is a pillow with a strap. You need to pull the strap pull the pillow up. She will "emerge" and stand in one level with a sofa-seat pillow. The sleeping place is ready.

The "Dolphin" mechanism is mainly used in the structures of angular sofas. Storage locations The bed is located not in the roll-out part of the corner sofa. The mechanism has a significant load on the sofa body, so when buying, pay attention to the case material. Not allowed bitch if a tree is used.

Dignity: Simplicity of folding, optimal height of the bed.

disadvantages: Not durable.

Mechanism of the transformation of the sofa "Elf"

The principle of operation of the mechanism:The mechanism is described simply. Armrests are divorced on the sides and a bed is formed.

"Elf" refers to metal-frame mechanisms. The frame is made of metal profiled pipes. Wooden lamellas. Armrests are adjustable in height and have several positions. This feature allows you to create the most comfortable position of armrests for the position of the midst.

Advantages:compact model of sofas, good smooth bed, lamellas give a good orthopedic effect, armrests are adjustable - you can create a sofa for yourself.

Disadvantages:it is impossible to put a sofa close to the wall, the sleeping place is located there, where it is a place for seating.

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa "Classifier"

"Classicer" received a name from the English word recline - tool down or lean back

The principle of operation of the mechanism: The control of the sofa transformation occurs with the help of complex mechanisms hidden in the sofa body. With their help, you can adjust the slope of the sofa back and extend to the predetermined distance and at a certain angle of the leg support.

Some models have vibrator massagers embedded in pillows. Particularly advanced sofas have built-in electric motors that control the sofa transformation using the remote control.

There are models with "memory" capable of adjusting and memorizing the mechanism settings made directly to your body.

Advantages:very convenient to manage, have thin settings - you can create a sofa, for yourself.

Disadvantages: high price, used only as a place to relax as it is not provided for a place to sleep

General conclusions

  • Pay close attention to the mechanism when buying a sofa. The choice of the correct mechanism will depend on the convenience of use and service life of the sofa.
  • Correct your needs with its capabilities. How often will you fold the sofa, which place you have allocated to install the sofa, especially in the unfolded form.
  • Do not take a sofa with a deliberately not suitable mechanism only because the color is cool or because the neighbors are like that. Choose individually for your needs.

Sofa Transformation Mechanisms - Video Overview

For greater clarity, I also want to offer a video of the plot in which the sofas mechanisms are described. True, it was about them above. But, as they were taught at school - "Repetition is a mother of teaching)))", and this video will facilitate and secure your understanding of the topic.

Now you know about the mechanisms of transformation of sofas, everything you need for a conscious choice. I hope it was useful.

From this article you will learn:

  • What are the styles of sofas for different interior
  • Which sofas in different styles are the highest quality and best
  • How to choose a sofa
  • What sofas are depending on the form
  • Sofas depending on the design and decomposition mechanism
  • What are the most unusual sofas

Over the past 60-70 years, several completely new stylistic solutions have been born in the interior. Everyone has their own fans, and today such styles such as minimalism and high-tech, Loft, Modern and Ar Deco enjoy well-deserved popularity. All these directions are distinguished by maximum practicality, external beauty in this case is in second place. This rule necessarily concerns any furniture, including sofas. It should be noted that some models having modern design can be very different from traditional, generally accepted options. Today there are a variety of configurations and styles of sofas. Their review is in our material.

A variety of sofas styles for any interior

The sofa is rightly called the composite center of the living room. The view of the man who became the first thing in the room stops on the sofa. Therefore, when choosing this subject of the interior, you need to take care that it fully fits into the overall style of the room, even the least not conflicting with other elements of the situation.


  • Eclectic style sofas, kitsch.

They differ in characteristic postmodernism with a variety of textures and colors. Such sofas can be decorated with a variety of original elements, including parts from other styles. Creating a similar interior of the room, it is impossible to be carried away. Otherwise, easy to place absolutely incompatible items, and the room will look short.

  • High-tech sofas.

English phrase "High Tech" means "high technology". Furniture in the style of high-tech and looks accordingly: rectangular shape of a product with elements made of glass and chromium.

  • Sofas in the Art Deco style.

This luxurious and romantic style appeared in the middle of the last century is a kind of combination of the sophisticated decor and the majestic forms of products. Decorative buttons are used as decoration elements, wide armrests, curved parts.

  • Minimalism sofas.

In the sofas made in this style, there are no unnecessary elements, the configuration of such furniture is extremely simple. The direction of minimalism implies the ideal functionality of the furniture and almost the absence of any ornaments on it. Most firms producing similar sofas offer customers modular products that are assembled from individual blocks of proper geometric shape.

  • Modern sofas.

Modern translates as "modern", although this area has been more than a hundred years. Furniture objects made in this style have plasticity forms, have a large amount of curved lines, decorated with elegant fittings. Modern as the style according to the main parameters can be opposed to a classic direction.

Sofa design styles are really quite a lot. Some of them are more popular, others are smaller, but everyone has their own admirers. Today, most people prefer the following models:


Style with a special atmosphere. Provence is rural motifs and almost fabulous rustic houses, bright sun and blue sea.

Provence Sofas Perform several functions:

  • They decorate the living room.
  • Complement the overall picture of the room.
  • Thanks to its comfort, you can relax well on them.

In size, such sofas can differ significantly from each other, but compact models are now more popular.


Sofas very popular today. The name of the style is translated as the "attic". The room equipped in this way necessarily contains some industrial parts: brickwork, different types of pipe, etc. In the loft there are no partitions, and the open space is most often zonied with furniture. Therefore, there is nothing surprising in that preference in this case is given to the overall sofas of island.


The traditional form of furniture is relevant today. Many lovers of antiquities acquire furniture stylized under historical samples: leather coating, natural upholstery, frame from expensive wood species. However, in the production of most of the classical sofas, the most modern materials are used, and this is quite suitable for buyers.


Rustic style has always been popular even in urban apartments. Today, Country is still in fashion, and not only living rooms, but also bedrooms, children's rooms, and even baths are furnished in this style.

Country-made sofas have their own characteristics. Among them:

  • Easy performance.
  • A rough shape with a prevail of straight lines.
  • Lack of varnishing and polishing.
  • Artificially aged headset.
  • Light upholstery materials with small pattern.
  • Minimum decorative carved decorations.
  • Availability of patination, brashing, painting.

In addition, such furniture can be wicker and even wrought.

The best sofas in the most popular styles from Belfan

The main thing for this direction is concise and simplicity of lines. With such models wide armrests and a very convenient back. The kit also includes decorative pillows that wonderfully look from side And provide additional comfort. There is also a special pouf, to use which can be both as an inlet module and as a separate furniture item.





The sofa called "Rochester" has an elegant-rounded form of armrests, curly legs, as well as an attractive finish in the form of Kant. A similar sofa will look good not only in the living room, but also in the dining room, creating real comfort in any room. Two decorative pillows are attached to the sofa.

To make it easier for the sofa, manufacturers made pillows back and seats removable. Despite the fairly strict configuration, "Rochester" is very soft and comfortable. The model is equipped with a reliable mechanism for the New Roller transformation and is equipped with a thick 14-centimeter mattress, which allows the owner to easily decompose the sofa and sleep well on it.



Another popular sofa in the style of Provence is the Rafael model. It is also easy to transform into a full-fledged bed, and in the assembled form it looks great in the living room, dining room or spacious hall of the country house. Pillows backs and armrests have a rounded shape, so that the product looks very original and perfectly harmonizes with the rest of the Provence style furniture.

The sofa frame is made of a natural tree, an anti-allergenic fiber is used as a filler for pillows, well-holding shape and not letting moisture and smells. The mechanism of the sofa transformation is convenient and easy to use. The presence of removable covers increases the service life of the furniture and greatly simplifies the care of it. In addition, removing (or, on the contrary, putting it, the covers can easily change the interior of the room.



The "Grace" collection offers a pretty roomy sofa and a large chair that will great look both in a country house and in a city apartment. Especially, it is not difficult to choose an option to taste: double sofa, triple or chair.

Furniture "Grace" looks truly luxurious. At the same time, it is very comfortable and reliable.


Another excellent classic-style sofa model has in some way the speaking name - "Fleon". A similar sofa could well decorate the royal living room. It is unlikely that someone will argue that the furniture should not only be comfortable, but also beautiful looks.

Sofa "Fleon" fully meets these requirements. It has an elegant back of the back, smooth outlines of sidewalls and legs of the original form.

Sofa "Larush" is able to surprise guests not only with its appearance. Anyone who settled on such a sofa will instantly be able to appreciate its convenience. Soft armrests, as well as an impressive width make this sofa truly comfortable.



The sofa "Caesar" has quite compact dimensions, and therefore it is perfect for not too large premises, halls of country houses and even pre-bankers. Some models are equipped with a built-in transformation mechanism "French clamshell", thanks to which the sofa without much effort can be turned into a full-fledged bed. The framework is made of pine, and the charm of the country style is underlined with massive sharp legs.



A set called "Marseille", consisting of a futon sofa and a comfortable chair, our customers willingly buy for country houses. However, if the urban apartment is equipped in the country style, this furniture will also look very organic in it. A large plus products are that the buyer has the ability to independently choose the colors of the tapestry, viewed all the fabrics offered in the catalog.

5 important sofa selection criteria

Choosing a sofa for some particular room of the room, first of all, visit furniture stores or specialized shopping centers that have proven themselves in the eyes of consumers, and therefore deserve confidence.


This approach will save you from the purchase of a low-quality sofa, which after a short time will lose an attractive appearance or fall apart. Unfortunately, not all manufacturers are now producing truly high-quality products, and this concerns not only the strength of the frame of sofas, but also used for the upholstery of materials.

When choosing a stylized sofa, you must pay attention to the following points:

  • See the price of the product. Today in stores you can find any furniture, ranging from its budget options and ending with elite. Of course, choosing a sofa, you should focus on your financial opportunities, but at the same time not to make yourself very cheap models. Most often, too much price suggests that the furniture is made of low quality materials. There is no chance that it will last long enough, practically no.
  • Specify from the manager or the seller-consultant, which is specifically made by the model that is interested in you.
  • Carefully examine the quality of the upholstery material. Try to understand how strong it is also practical.
  • Ask the seller about the filler of the style sofa.
  • Find out the sofa size - they must respond in advance calculated parameters. In general, try to make the dimensions of the acquired furniture with the size of the apartment. In a small room, a huge sofa will take all free space. Carefully consider the colors of the sofa. It must correspond to the overall range of the room.

And another advice. When choosing a sofa made in a particular style, pay close attention to the form and structural features of the product. Let's talk about these parameters.

Forms of sofas

The most common are the following:


It is considered the most compact look. The double model is easy to accommodate even in a small room, moved it to the wall. If the size of the room allows, the sofa can be made by a composite center, putting all the rest of the furniture around it. Triple models have quite large dimensions, so they are better acquired for spacious premises.


Angular sofa, made in a particular style, is suitable for almost any premises. Even impressive sizes, the product can be put in the corner of the room, and it will still have a lot of free space.

Such sofas often prefer large families living in small-sized apartments. If the living room in the house is quite spacious, then a similar model is good for zoning the room. Among other things, in the unfolded form, the corner sofa is a wide and comfortable sleeping place.


This is a kind of constructor, from parts of which you can collect and corner sofa, and straight with pouf, and an island composition. In addition, some stores have the opportunity to purchase different parts of such a designer to choose from, which is very important for buyers, drawing up the interior of the room in a particular style.

  • Semicircular sofa.

Such sofas, in whatever style they have been decorated, are not widely popular. The fact is that due to a kind of configuration, these products are not too comfortable: they can not be attached to the wall, almost never can be decomposed to form a sleeping place. But if the living room is quite spacious and furnished in one of the popular styles (high-tech, minimalism, etc.), the semicircular sofa will look at it quite well.

Designs and layout mechanisms of sofas

Sofas made in one or another style may differ also by type of laying mechanisms.

Book


Such models are able to take two positions: for seating and for sleep. It is enough to throw back the sofa back, as it turns into a full-fledged bed. But planning to place in the room such a sofa, please note: there will be a small gap between the wall and the back of the product. Only in this case the design can be decomposed, without pushing it from the wall. The sofa device itself is sufficient. It consists of two frames (made of wood or metal) with fixed spring blocks or by any soft filler. Most of these products are equipped with linen storage boxes.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa is very durable and reliable.
  • It is easy to use.
  • It has enough long life.

Disadvantages:

  • Can take only two positions.
  • It can not be moved to the wall close.

Tango


A system that resembles a classic "book", but having a more beautiful name. Difference from the previous model here is only one thing: besides two main provisions, such sofas can take intermediate. The back of the owner is installed at the desired level, it is very convenient. Such products are also equipped with a storage box for bed linen.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa has a compact size.
  • Can be fixed in different positions.
  • After laying has a flat surface.

Failure:

Eurobook


This is a sofa, the seat of which is advanced on the roll-out rollers. In the resulting niche pillows are stacked, previously played the role of the back.

The advantages of the model:

  • The transformation mechanism is very reliable.
  • The sleeping place is quite spacious.
  • Niche for storage of things very spacious.

Failure:

  • Sofa seat is excessively large, therefore children and people of small growth, without being able to rely on the back, will feel insufficiently comfortable.

Dolphin


The transformation mechanism to which similar sofas are equipped is one of the most popular. To disassemble the sofa, you just need to pull up and the loops attached to the selection section. After the section rolls out, a spacious bed is formed. The sofa is also equipped with a drawer for things located in the stationary part of the seating.

Such a transformation mechanism must be made of high-quality wood, since the load provided by the device on the body is sufficiently large.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa can be decomposed without much effort.

Failure:

  • With the continuous use of the transformation mechanism, the service life of the sofa is very limited.

Pantograph


Such a decay mechanism is also called "Puma" or "Tik-so". In general, this system is an eurobook version, but without rollover rollers. To transform the sofa, it is necessary to take in the middle by the edge of the seat and pull it up. The seat will be put forward, the legs of the support will be revealed. After that, it is enough to put the pillow cushions in the resulting niche, and the sleeping place is ready.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa is easily folded.
  • There is a spacious box for bed linen.
  • Flooring does not scratch the rollers.

Disadvantages:

  • Sofa overly wide seat.
  • The transformation mechanism is quite expensive.

French clawing


Such sofas are not recommended too often to use as a bed, since the layout mechanisms are not strong enough and rapidly wear out. But as a sleeping place for guests, such products are very convenient. To decompose the sofa, you just need to pull the seat edge, after which the plane of three sections is formed.

The advantage of the model:

  • In the collected form, the sofa is quite compact.

Disadvantages:

  • Sleeping is not flat.
  • There are no boxes or niches for storing linen.
  • Not too long service life.


There are two sections in the body of the product. If you pull the bottom of the sofa, they will turn forward. The pillow needs to be thrown into the vacant place.

The advantages of the model:

  • In the collected state, the sofa occupies quite a bit.
  • It has a very reliable transformation mechanism.
  • The sleeping place is very comfortable.

Disadvantages:

  • Outdoor coating may be damaged by roll-out rollers.
  • Sleep place is too low.

Accordion


The decomposition mechanism is reminded by the well-known musical instrument, for which he received its name. When the sofa is complicated, it is quite compact, but for its extending there is a lot of free space. After transformation, the sofa rises on mobile legs. Bed linen can be stored in the compartment located in the rear back area.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa is easy enough to lay out.
  • The transformation mechanism is very reliable.
  • The product has a long service life.

Disadvantages:

  • There is no laundry box.
  • Due to the operation of the roll-out mechanism, the floor covering may be damaged.

Spartacus


A similar sofa performed in any style is wonderful for sleep. Thanks to the improved design, the bed is long, convenient and very reliable. By and large, the French clamshell is supplemented with a welded metal grid. To disassemble the sofa, you need to pull the seat. It will decompose in three steps and stand on the legs nominated.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa can be decomposed without any difficulty.
  • The transformation mechanism is quite reliable and able to withstand frequent use.

Disadvantages:

  • There is no box or niche for bed.
  • The sofa understands only after the pillows are removed from it.

Conrad or telescope


The sofa is unfolded like a telescope, hence his name. It is worth dragging behind the lower part of the product, as the sections one after the other will turn away and stand on the supports. A sleeping place for this model is located slightly higher from the floor than the roll-out sofas.

Advantages of the product:

  • The sofa is quite compact.
  • There is a box for linen.
  • The transformation mechanism is able to withstand daily use.
  • Sleeping place is very comfortable.

Failure:

  • The decomposition mechanism is quite heavy, which is reflected in the weight of the sofa.

Sofa Conrad, in contrast to the traditional sedaflex telescope, is equipped with a roll-out mechanism and a dolphin system. He reminds something of the French clamshell, but has a thicker mattress and is not transformed out of three, but from two sections.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa is highly compact.
  • It has a comfortable mattress.
  • Equipped with a solid folding mechanism.

Failure:

  • There is no bed linen.

Elf


In the sofas of this type of turning mechanism of transformation. To get a sleeping place, you need to dilute on the sides of the armrests. Moreover, for convenience, they are adjustable in height and are able to take different positions.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa is highly compact.
  • Place for sleep is very comfortable.
  • Thanks to the use of lamellas, an orthopedic effect is achieved.
  • Armrests can be adjusted.

Disadvantages:

  • The sofa can not be moved to the wall close.
  • Sleeping coincides with a seat for seating.

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"Recline" translates from English how to "fold back." Inside the sofa there are mechanisms, thanks to which you can adjust the tilt of the back, extend the footrest and give it the desired position. Separate models are equipped with pillows with vibrator massage. You can even buy a product with an electric motor, which is controlled using a special console.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa is very convenient in any position.
  • They are easy to manage.
  • It can be configured "for yourself."

Disadvantages:

  • The sofa is quite expensive.
  • There is no possibility to transform it into a sleeping place.


A space for sleep consists of two sections that are inside the hull when the sofa is folded. For the transformation, it is necessary to take on the inner edge of the seat, pull it up, and then gently pull forward and on yourself. The sleeping place will decompose directly on the floor.

The advantages of the model:

  • The sofa is highly compact.
  • It is cheaper than other folding sofas.

Disadvantages:

  • Sleeping place does not have sufficient comfort.
  • Nowhere to clean bed linen.

As you can see, each type of sofas have their pros and cons. When choosing a sofa is very important to decide what kind of design suits you the most. If difficulties have arisen, consult with the seller of the furniture store. He will tell and even clearly demonstrate all the strengths and weaknesses of a variety of models.

10 most unusual sofas that will surprise you

There may be different sofas styles, but also designer solutions too. Some of them are truly amazing. We offer to familiarize yourself with the selection of the most unusual sofas.


Dozens of teddy bears took on the manufacture of such a sofa. The resulting product looks very cute, it is soft to the touch and volumetric look. The sofa looks very romantic, that's just not easy to care for him.

  • Sofa mountain from Haitano sand.


Designer Gaitano Sand (Gaetanopesce) adores the mountains. But he does not encourage all the climbers' climbers. This is not necessary when you can buy a hyperealistic sofa, which gives the feeling that a little more - and you will hear the noise of the waterfall, feel the breath on the face of a fresh breeze.

  • Sofa Liajak "White Moon" (Luneblanche).


Sofa Lune Blanche, made of wisteria, or leaf falling lianas , Decorate your kind of any living room. Only here to relax on it is not too comfortable, and this is a huge minus model.


The basis of the design is wooden slats bent under different angles. They are covered with silky upholstery, top there are a lot of soft pillows. Very comfortable sofa. In addition, if necessary, its upholstery is easy to replace.

  • Sofa for cats and their owners.


Cat Tunnel Sofa - the work of Korean designer Saint Ji Muna. The sofa raisin is that not only people feel perfectly feeling, but also animals - for example, cats. The sofa armrest is simultaneously a mink, which can comfortably accommodate the favorite pet.

  • A series of creative sofas from Yonas Yurgaithis.


Jonas Yurgaytis created a series of sofas, only remotely resembling traditional furniture. The main thing for Jones is creativity, especially since many people it leaves indifferent.

  • Body shape sofa.


The sofa is made in a classic style, but still is very unusual. The material of the product is a visco-elastic foam with "memory" - can take the forms of a person sitting on it, thereby ensuring the maximum comfort.


Furniture in the style of pop Corn created Belgian designer Karl de Smith. Polyurethane from which this sofa is made is also able to memorize the form. The chair needs to be included in the socket and wait until it reaches the desired size. If the furniture suddenly does not like it, it is easy to change its form. When the need for a product disappears, it can simply be blown away.

  • Sofa flower.


The sofa flower was created by the Moscow designer Albina Basharova. It seems such furniture is quite extravagant, but it does not prevent it from being very functional. If you drop the back of the sofa, it will be a comfortable space for sleep. Flower petals can be used as armrests or a stand for a laptop. The built-in stitch-lamp creates additional comfort.

  • Sofa from the SPIRITOF 427 series.


A luxurious leather sofa, released by the Polish design studio La Design Studio, is designed for car connoisseurs in retro style. When creating a sofa, designers used the original spare parts of the 60s of the 60s of the last century. Symbiosis of furniture and automotive parts looks very interesting.

  • Belfan is a combination of modern classics and the most fashionable trends.

We carefully follow the novelties in the world of interior design and make furniture in accordance with the latest trends. What you will see in the Milane exhibition in April, in the fall, you can find in the assortment of our store.

Furniture from Belfan remains relevant and does not go out of fashion for many years. Our clients do not have to regularly update the interior. It is enough to add new elements or swap modules (for example, if we are talking about hinged living rooms).

  • Furniture made of natural wood.

Our products are environmentally friendly and safe, thanks to natural materials used in production. You and your loved ones will certainly appreciate the care of health. And the pleasant fragrance and energy of natural wood in the apartment will fill it with the atmosphere of comfort and calm.

  • A wide range of products.

Here you will find furniture for the living room, bedroom, hall, children's, and also be able to choose complementary interior items.

Ready interior solution will save your time. Moreover, you do not have to spend the budget for designers services. Our experts will gladly make up a furniture arrangement plan, which will meet all your requirements.

  • Comfort every day.

In the manufacture of furniture by Belfan, the best modern fittings are used. You do not need to make efforts to open or close the box or door. The mechanisms of production of Austria will provide the absence of annoying sounds.

In addition, the inner part of the drawers of the high-quality velor cloth, so that you can carefully store your personal belongings.

  • Decent quality at an optimal price.

We produce furniture in partner factories in Russia and Belarus, so ready to offer our customers comfortable prices.

Think whether you are ready to overpay for overseas furniture. Our factories produced furniture such a world-famous brand as IKEA, as products of which do not have to doubt.

With us you do not overpay for the brand, and you get excellent quality for reasonable money.

  • The presence in the warehouse of most positions from our range.

And this means that by making an order today, after a couple of days you will get our furniture with delivery to the house. You do not have to be in a volatile waiting for a long week.

  • The company "Belfan" has been successfully operating in the market for 15 years.

We present a federal network, producing furniture under several brands (Belfan, Velizha, Loft). The company's products are in great demand, which allows us to expand production even in a crisis. We are returned to us, we are recommended to friends.

High-quality post-sales service and guarantee provides two more undoubted advantages of cooperation with Belfan!

Each residential premises has many different furniture to arrange life and the coziness of people living in it. The sofas are no exception, and are almost always in the center of the room, being its main part. People spend a lot of time on them, relax and have fun, and for some it can become a good sleeping place. That is why choosing a better model for yourself, it is worth thinking about her convenience and practicality. Almost every person knows how the sofa is unfolded, but the design features are not known to everyone. In this case, it is necessary to pay attention to it, because its further comfortable use depends on the method of decomposition.

There are a large number of different sofa mechanisms. Each one is in its own way and convenient, but for a certain room it is necessary to choose the best option. For a small room, a sofa will not fit, which in the unfolded form will be more than the size of the double bed, it just does not fit there. But you should not despair, a large number of varieties will make it possible to make the right choice and decorate the room with comfort.

Sofa decay mechanisms

Features of the sofa book

Sofa with a book mechanism

Now quite popular sofa transformer in the form of a folding book. In any position, it remains as convenient as possible, as in order to just sit and sleep. In the sofas of such a design, a large place for recreation, which even in the folded state of the sofa, can calmly lie two people of the middle constitution of the body.

In addition, upholstered furniture in such a representation is very universal, as it has a greater type of size and forms.

If the sofa is decomposed, it completely replaces a large and comfortable bed. These types of standard sofa mechanisms are easily folded, it is enough to raise the lower seat to the top to the noticeable click and release again. You can make the transformer type of this type with your own hands, the main thing is to choose the mechanisms. The only minus his minus is that in order to decompose the sofa, you will need to push it away from the wall a little, otherwise he just wielded it.

Sofas "Tick So"

Folding mechanism Tik so

An interesting name of the mechanism does not imply something unrealistic. To lay such a mechanism is also simply as a book, but Tick so, in contrast to the first option, has three types of position:

  • sitting;
  • lying;
  • midway.

Such types of sofas are also popular, especially for small rooms, since they do not occupy a lot of space in the assembled form, and during decomposition you can easily save space on the folded handles and armrests.

Mechanism of the sofa "Accordion

"Accordion"

What is the sofa laying mechanism to choose for a small room? Of course, "Accordion". It is very convenient for them, because you should simply pull the seat and the folded twice the back will become a great sleeping place. You can even do it, because you don't need to move the furniture for this, everything falls into place in one way of hand.

Such sofas are in demand for children's rooms in order to save space.

Model of the Dolphin mechanism

Dolphin mechanism

There are various types of convenient sofas mechanisms, but one of the most popular in our time are dolphins. Such models fit perfectly in any room size, both large and small. These are good and practical mechanisms, as they do not have difficult parts, so they serve much longer. The lower part is easily extended, as its base is on the wheels, and after rises for a small handle.

These unfolding mechanisms give their preference manufacturers of massive and angular sofas, as it can be very difficult to decompose the heavy model. In this case, everything is quite simple, besides, in the assembled form, the dolphin looks very aesthetically and neatly.

Models such as Eurobinage

Sofa eurobook

If old men and children live in your home, then it is better to choose a sofa for themselves with such a mechanism. The system is a bit similar to the previous version of the dolphin, but it is simplified by the fact that the seat does not need to be pulled out, it gently go to the extended part. This furniture, the back in the unfolded state and serves as a seat.

When the model is in the unfolded state, then a great and even sleeping place is provided for humans. It all depends on the sofa size, but in general, even the smallest models satisfy buyers. Such a presentation of upholstered furniture has come to fashion not so long ago, but has already managed to collect his audience.

Type of roll-out mechanism

Sofa with a roll-out mechanism

Externally choose upholstered furniture is quite simple, it must meet the form and design requirement. But it is impossible to forget about that, with what mechanism, the sofa is folded and turns into a sleeping place. Pulling sofas from some time are considered a variant of a pretty comfortable double bed, only with the folding function.

In order to decompose it, it is also necessary to pull out the lower part, which has comfortable wheels. In this case, the place for the head is the back, which is also folded, forming a flat surface resembling a simple bed. This option is great for children's rooms, kitchens and other facilities where small sizes are required.

Type Puma

Sofa with the mechanism of the Puma

It is believed that this method is one of the most original in his presentation. The mechanism is simple, but at the same time interesting, allowing to use the sofa daily. In this case, the front of the sofa rises upwards and, as it were, move forward. This is done without additional effort, since the main load takes on a working mechanism.

To the place where the seat was moved away, also neatly put the back. The whole system works simply and therefore, according to the result, the owner receives a perfectly smooth and spacious bed. In addition, large departments for storing various things have been added for convenience. Such sofas are very diverse in their design and it is in this presentation that something unusual and original can be found.

Sofa laying mechanisms have developed quite a lot. Each of them has its own features of folding. Consider the most common.

How the sofa dolphin unfolds

Mattress: seat and second folding module under the seat.

Dolphin sofa layout mechanism:

The photo presents the mechanism of the transformation of the sofa.

Of the advantages: the reliability of the mechanism, the ease of laying / folding, a smooth bedroom.

Of the minuses: the roll-out additional unit is inconvenient to use with carpets, carpeted floors.


Corner sofa Dolphin. Photo

Picky view of the sofas

There are several varieties of roll-out sofas. The differences between them are insignificant. They are in the middle pillow: it is or unfolded from the extended seat on the loop or formed by pillows, usually also in the folded state is the top of the seat. The headset in the back and with laying is pulled out by guides.

Picky sofa folding mechanism:

  • roll out the sofa seat on the guides, stretching from the back of the top;
  • remove the mattress on the middle part, or decompose the pillows.

Of the advantages: a large mattress with compact laying in the assembled state.

Of the minuses: restricting the use of carpet with a roll-out block, great efforts when assembling / disassembling.


Picky sofa. Photo

Accordion - Sofa Layout Mechanism

The sofa consists of a large mattress divided into three parts. In the folded state, one piece forms the seat, the second is the back, the third part of the mattress is located behind the back.

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa Accordion:

Benefits of the sofa: the presence of a box for linen under the seat, a large mattress size, compactness in the assembled form.

Disadvantage: The rugged root ducts carpets.


Sofa Accordion. Photo

Book - Sofa Transformation Mechanism

This is usually quite spacious sofas. They can be resting lying on both folded. Sofa: seat and back. They either form a horizontal mattress, or a seat with a back.

Book sofa mechanism:

Pros: You can relax, without folding, ease of transformation, place for linen.

Cons: It is necessary to move the sofa to the wall when folding and put together when laying.


Sofa book. Photo

As a sofa eurobook unfolded

It is a retractable module with a seat and a descending back.

Eurobook sofa transformation mechanism:

Advantages: Exceptional simplicity of the mechanism and, accordingly, high reliability, lounge box with a large space.

Disadvantages: Move the module with the seat on the floor.


Sofa eurobook. Photo

Eurobook "Tik-so"

The mechanism of the extension of the seat does not slide on the floor, and on special fasteners rises and, moving along the semicircle, falls on the supports. Another name is Pantograph.

The mechanism of transformation of the sofa Eurobook "Tik-so":

  • pull the seat forward on yourself and up, while the seat will move with the rise;
  • lower the seat on the floor;
  • lower the back on the resulting empty space.

Advantages: a spacious place for sleeping facilities, does not slide on the floor when laying.


Sofa eurobook Tick-like. Photo

As a sofa conrad

Sofa mattress: The head is located in the back and pulls out when layout, the middle part is the sofa seat, and the lower part in the folded state is located under the seat.

Conrad sofa mechanism:

  • pull over the bottom of the sofa, while digging the lower part, the middle part and the head of the back will stretch;
  • pull the bottom of the bottom on itself and up by installing the sleeping mattress unit at one level.

Pros: compactness, the ability to use spring mattresses.

Cons: glide on the floor when laying.



Sofa Conrad. Photo

View of sofas cladding

Colding sofas There are several: French, American and Italian. Their feature in the bedroom, which is located under the seat and is a clamshell with a foam or orthopedic mattress.

American

American clamshell - sofa folding mechanism:

The photo presents the sofa layout mechanism.

Pros: compactness.

Disadvantages: to sleep for a long time to sleep on the folding glance.

French

Sofa transformation mechanism French folding bed:

The photo presents the sofa layout mechanism.

Pros: Compactness, when using orthopedic mattresses, compare with a bed in physiologicalness.