In modern apartments with limited space, transformable furniture is a real godsend. Products perform several functions at once. This transformable furniture is often installed in the living room or bedroom. Using a transformer bed or other similar options allows you to free up space. There are various types of transformer-type furniture, the main ones are outlined below.
There are different types of transformable furniture.
This transformable furniture is often installed in the living room or bedroom.
Review of the best manufacturers
The modern furniture industry is developing at a breakneck pace. Brands compete with each other, which allows them to achieve a unique appearance that is recognizable to customers. Domestic manufacturers and brands in Italy have achieved great success in the production of this furniture. To understand what side tables look like, you can refer to examples of companies verified by actual purchases and marked with positive customer reviews.
These brands include:
- Ikea - a line of functional add-on and classic models without frills, made of wood, metal, glass, plastic;
- Bonaldo – models in a modern style with an emphasis on functionality;
- FlexForm - creative round-shaped models on a massive support and a round base, decorated with an edging that prevents objects from falling off the table;
- Meridiani are round-shaped designs in a minimalist style, with a metal frame and a combination of wood and glass (often marble) tabletops.
Materials
In the production of transformable upholstered furniture, different raw materials are used. More often the frame is made from good types of wood. Fastening elements are made of metal. Budget options are produced using wood processing products. However, models made of thick plywood, chipboard and MDF are not particularly durable.
Metal is used in the creation of transformation mechanisms and armrest designs. Boxes for storing bedding are made from wood derivatives. Table supports for modular products are made of wood. The handles are made of metal, the hinges are made of upholstery material.
As for the type of filling, depending on the model, the filling may be polyurethane foam or foam rubber. The upholstery material of the products also varies. On sale there are products with upholstery made of natural and artificial leather, as well as furniture textiles.
Transformable sofas
Another type of transformable furniture is sofas. Everyone knows the old model - the sofa bed. But this is not about her. This is not a very good option, although it is widespread. There are more interesting ones.
Sofa bed
This type of transformable furniture is fundamentally different from the old model: a full-fledged bed is transformed into an equally full-fledged and comfortable sofa. The bed in this version is mounted vertically, mostly single and double mattresses.
The most common version of a transforming sofa
The principle of operation is the same as that of the wardrobe-bed. The sofa is installed permanently, the bed is fixed raised and can be upholstered with soft fabric to match the sofa upholstery, the role of the backrest is played by pillows. Before unfolding, they are removed, the bed is lowered, which lies on the sofa and rests on retractable legs. A shelf can play the role of a leg (as in the photo above).
There is another type of such furniture: a wardrobe-sofa-bed. It differs from the one described above only in that more sections with shelves or cabinets are attached next to it. If the ceiling height is sufficient, shelves/cabinets can be located above the bed.
Sofa bunk bed
For children's rooms, a good option is a sofa that transforms into two beds, located one above the other. This model involves a complex mechanism, so the cost of such transforming sofas is quite high.
The sofa turns into a bunk bed
But the model is very convenient. Both the sofa and the beds are comfortable. Compared to a traditional bunk bed, it does not take up space as much, but saves it no less.
Sofa table
Sofa with table. This option is rather exotic. Its functionality is not so high. But as an option for non-standard furniture it is good. The sofa table has a movable back made of wood (or its substitutes) or plastic. While transformer furniture is used as upholstered furniture, there are no external differences. If necessary, the backrest can be folded forward, where it rests on the floor.
Sofa table. Can be installed on the veranda - as a place for relaxation or possible gatherings
As a rule, such a transformable sofa has one more way of use: it converts into a bed. An additional ottoman extends from under the seat. That is, this is a 3 in 1 option.
Another option for a transformable sofa is a modular design. This is not exactly what was described before. All upholstered furniture is divided into segments that can fit together in different ways.
Modular convertible sofa
As a rule, the sofa itself is extendable or folding. It is installed permanently, and smaller mobile units can be moved. They often have casters.
Design options
Transformable sofa. This is one of the most common models. Maximum functionality and nothing superfluous in the design. This piece of furniture is ideal for small rooms where every centimeter must be used efficiently.
The most popular model is the transforming sofa.
Such furniture is convenient because it implies the simultaneous existence of a full-fledged sofa and table. When assembled it is a comfortable, not very wide sofa, and in the transformable version it is a practical tabletop of sufficient size. Such furniture is perfect for a kitchen dining area and as a student or schoolchild’s workplace.
Some models have small drawers for storing various things. This “bonus” undoubtedly increases the functionality of the sofas.
In order to organize a sleeping place, special clamps are removed, and the working surface is under the sofa. To make the transformation process as “painless” as possible, double-sided gas lifts are used, thanks to which you get from one piece of furniture to another with a slight movement of your hand.
To turn the sofa into a sleeping place, you need to remove the clamps.
Transforming sofas can be designed for one or two people, or they can even be two-tier. The latter option is perfect for children's rooms: in the assembled version it consists of a table and seats, and in the unfolded version there are two sleeping tiers.
Another variety is corner sofas. Such models will perfectly complement the interior of a living room, kitchen, nursery, study or large hallway. The tables are located on different sides and may differ in shape and size.
One of the popular types of transformers is a corner sofa.
One of the most common options is a table near the armrest (or behind it, within easy reach). This design solution is very practical: on a small table you can put a cup of coffee, a TV remote control, or a magazine.
Often there is an option with a table near the armrest.
There are designs in which the table is located in the corner. In this case, the stand is located between the sofas.
In some models, the tabletop is placed directly on the armrest. The sizes and, as a result, functionality of such countertops are varied. Depending on the model, you can place everything on the surface: from a remote control to a tray with a full meal.
The tabletop on the armrest can be used both for eating and for placing some things.
There are sofas that, as a functional addition, come with special armrest pads without protruding edges. Some of them are additionally equipped with compartments for various small items.
Models with ottomans are another type of multifunctional furniture. Such sofas perfectly “cope” with seating guests around a table. In this case, the tabletop has a slightly elongated shape so that coffee cups and saucers with dessert can easily fit on it.
Some models come with ottomans, which is very convenient for accommodating guests.
Finally, a pair of compact ottomans can easily “hide” under the tabletop and will not take up space when the ottomans are not needed.
Sofas with folding tables have different configurations. For example, there are models with stationary built-in tables, which have significant dimensions and cannot be “settled” in every room.
And there are designs with folding tabletops, which are “taken out” as needed, and then put away in the sofa, and do not require additional space. At the same time, tables can differ not only in their size and shape, but also in their functional purpose.
Models with folding tabletops are more compact and do not require much space.
There are tabletops that are more reminiscent of stands for necessary little things, or a little larger - for a cup of tea. And there are models with a full-fledged dining table, which can easily accommodate several people at once.
There are sofas with both a small table and a full-fledged dining table.
Recently, sofas with a built-in computer desk have become increasingly popular. In the age of technology, this demand can be explained simply: both adults and children need to sit at the computer for work, study, or just for relaxation. The computer stand can be placed on the back of the sofa, or it can be a full-fledged table, like transforming models.
Sofas with a built-in computer desk are popular with both adults and children.
Three-in-one sofas allow you not only to rationally use the available square meters, but also to save money, because if there were no transformer, you would have to purchase three independent items. A decent assortment in furniture stores guarantees an ideal option for your interior.
Form
Folding tables have different shaped table tops.
The rectangular version is considered the most traditional. This form is suitable for installation in the kitchen, living room, and any other room. Timeless classics will look equally good against the wall, in the corner and in the middle of the room.
The round table is considered no less common. The absence of corners makes the table safe, this detail is especially important for families with small children.
A variation of the round table is the semicircular version. This model is most often installed near a wall, since one side has a straight shape. Folding stationary models are often equipped with a semicircular tabletop. The straight side of such a table is attached to a wall or niche, and the semicircular part is folded out as needed.
The square shape is less common. As a rule, small coffee tables and compact kitchen products are equipped with a tabletop of this shape. A square table is most often installed in a corner or near a wall.
Mechanisms of transformation
The service life of the product, the convenience and safety of its use largely depend on the quality of the transformation mechanism.
- “Acrobat” is the most modern and improved mechanism. A transformer with such a mechanism easily turns into a dining option, and when folded it becomes a coffee table.
- The sliding mechanism, using hidden sections secured under the product, increases the area of the tabletop when laying out the table. It is better to choose a metal option, since plastic is less durable.
- The lifting mechanism is known to everyone from the Soviet past as a “book” table, which was in almost every kitchen of those times. These are simple compact tables, but nowadays they are increasingly used not in apartments, but in dachas.
Modular sofa
Another configuration is a modular sofa. They may include 5 or more elements. This can be the sofa itself, armchairs, table, bed and wardrobe.
The price category of this model is higher. This is also due to the fact that its mechanism is electric. You can adjust the price category by replacing components.
If poufs are used as a basis, you can purchase this type of sofa for much less. Each element of the modular version of the sofa can be placed separately. If necessary, you can quickly connect the elements.
A sofa consisting of blocks can also be classified as a modular subtype. The name of this subspecies speaks for itself. It consists of separate blocks with which you can create two single or double beds. Inflatable sofas of this subspecies are often used instead of a chaise lounge and are a great way to relax.
Types of sofa tables
Tables are made in different configurations and sizes; they can be built-in or pull-out.
There are options with overhead tabletops in the form of a wide armrest, attached modules, and folding structures. Some kits provide an additional part of the tabletop, which is used to create a large and wide plane. Distinctive features of sofas with tables:
- The height of the tabletop is suitable for dining, writing and computer work, or can be made in the form of a coffee or cocktail table.
- The backrest is made hard without upholstery and soft, the same applies to the armrests.
Parts of the bed come with or without springs, ordinary mattresses are used or with orthopedic action. The table can be attached to the end or taken out in front of the sofa.
By design
Furniture is divided into modular and folding. The options differ in mechanism, transformation method and service life.
Sofas also come in:
Direct. Installed with the back along the wall.
Modular option . The set includes several separate blocks. The furniture is compact, with or without armrests, located on low and high legs. If the supports are high, the seat becomes a tabletop or sleeping surface with thick padding. To convert the dining set into a sofa, the seating chairs are moved under the table on both sides.
Folding models. Can be lifting or rotating. The armrests are made straight or curved; the table stands into which they turn are of the same shape.
Manufacturing materials
The frame and structural parts are made from materials:
- Steel. The models are resistant to the applied efforts. The kit is sometimes transformed daily, so strength and endurance come to the fore.
- Tree. The material is environmentally friendly and does not emit substances harmful to health. Elite sofas are made from oak, mahogany, beech, and economy class sofas are made from birch, cherry, and pine.
- Pressed boards from wood waste based on resins. These options are rarely used for such functional furniture, because they are fragile and short-lived.
The bottom of the box is made of fiberboard with a laminated coating.
as a mattress filler and under the upholstery of the backrest and armrests:
- foam rubber and expanded polystyrene with a high density;
- holofiber;
- synthetic fluff;
- padding polyester
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Natural coconut coir fibers are used. This is an expensive material with high performance. They produce sofas that have a combined filling, for example, padding polyester and a spring block made of independent spirals.
Types and types
Transformable furniture is convenient if the room area is small. For small apartments this is a salvation. Another area is if the room is multifunctional. This is also typical for apartments with a small area. For spacious houses or apartments this is not necessary. Perhaps for the organization of additional beds when guests visit.
In any version - folded or unfolded - it looks great
Basically, transformable furniture combines two types of objects in one piece. Moreover, most of them are associated with sleeping places. You can find: wardrobe-bed, table-bed, bed-sofa.
By the way, in the case of the example - a sofa bed - be careful. Do not confuse it with the upholstered furniture popular among our grandmothers called “sofa bed”. It was not the most comfortable sofa, which folded out into something resembling a bed (also, by the way, not very comfortable).
These are the transformable sofas now
In the current version, these are two different objects combined into one. A full bed with a mattress rises during the day, representing a wardrobe and part of the back of the sofa. A soft seat is available. It turns out to be a sofa. But not folding, but “stationary”, so to speak. As a rule, additional pillows make it more comfortable. At night they are stowed away (maybe a storage box under the sofa seat) and the bed is lowered. So, as you can see, this is a completely different piece of furniture.
Tables can also be folding
There is also transformable furniture, which is associated with the “appearance” of the table. Moreover, the table itself can have different purposes:
- to organize an additional (or main) workplace;
- to increase the area of the dining table;
- to increase the working surface in kitchen units.
There are also triple transformers. Basically it is a wardrobe-bed-sofa or a wardrobe-bed-table. They differ from double cabinets only in that the cabinet is large in size due to the non-transformable part with shelves.
Advantages and disadvantages of the model
A sofa table differs from transformable items with built-in storage drawers and tabletops. After simple manipulations, it turns into a full-fledged dining area, with a comfortable tabletop and several blocks for seating.
The sofa table can be used as a full dining area.
And although a transforming sofa with a table appeared on the market relatively recently, it has already gained wide popularity. The main advantages of this design:
- Aesthetic appearance.
- Variety of design and shape options.
- Many color options.
- Practicality of the model.
- Long period of operation.
- Several possible transformation options.
- Affordable price.
Transformable furniture has many advantages.
This furniture is very functional. When folded, the design has modest dimensions and saves space. This model is perfect for small city apartments, or small rooms in private houses. In addition, such designs always look very interesting, the interior becomes unique and there is an effect of spaciousness.
Multifunctional furniture is suitable for small apartments and takes up little space.
Finally, the sofa table is a very convenient design to use. Depending on the transformation option, a different configuration of the dining area is obtained and the number of seats varies. Some models allow you to adjust the size of the tabletop and, with a slight movement of your hand, turn it into a full-fledged sleeping place.
The sofa table can be used as a sleeping and dining area.
Such furniture is suitable for the interior of a student’s or schoolchild’s room. In addition, there are modifications equipped with a storage system. You should not think that a sofa-table should take its place of honor exclusively in the kitchen space.
Students or schoolchildren will appreciate such compact furniture.
It also finds application in the interiors of studio apartments, where saving square meters is a priority, and in addition, they are used in the furnishing of combined rooms, for example, a kitchen and a living room.
This furniture is also widely used in studio apartments, where every centimeter of space is valued.
The design has few disadvantages. The main “disadvantage” of a sofa-table is that it cannot be placed close to the wall, as is the case with most classic sofas. Transformation requires space, which means that it is simply impossible to place such a sofa in a small room (3 or 4 square meters).
One of the main disadvantages is that it requires space for transformation, which means it cannot be placed close to the wall.
It is also noted that not every model has a wide tabletop, and, as a result, not every modification is as easy to use as a regular dining table. But this is a matter of choice and personal preference.
Not every model can replace a full-fledged dining table.
Transformable bed
All beds built into the closet are equipped with orthopedic mattresses, which are fixed to the frame. Basically, transformer furniture of this type is folding. In one state, the frame is raised vertically, held in place by spring or pneumatic holders. This furniture looks like a wardrobe. In another position, the frame is lowered and rests its legs on the floor. In this case, everything looks like a bed that stands next to the closet.
A transformable bed can be hidden in the wall
When planning to buy a lift-type transforming bed, keep in mind that it should stand near a load-bearing wall. Since the structure is attached to the wall, it must withstand heavy loads. So it won’t be possible to place such furniture next to a weak partition. Maybe roll-out models, but there aren’t many of them and they don’t have the same effects.
Wardrobe bed
Wardrobe beds differ in the orientation of the mattress relative to the surface of the cabinet. There are models that are attached to furniture with the long side, and others with the short side. In the first option, the cabinet is wider; its upper part can be used for its intended purpose - as sections for storing things.
Transformable bed built into the closet
This type of transformable wall is suitable for narrow spaces. But only a single or one-and-a-half bed can be built in. This type is also called a “horizontal folding bed” - the long part is located along the horizon.
The same type is used for bunk wardrobe beds. They have two separate beds located one above the other. When assembled, they look like a cabinet.
Bunk folding bed-wardrobe
To climb to the second tier, install an additional ladder. This is the main inconvenience. Firstly, it is far from safe; there are no railings at all. Secondly, it needs to be kept somewhere while the beds are folded. In general, there are disadvantages. But there is also a huge plus - the space savings are very significant.
The advantage of this option is lower price. These models do not require large lifting power, since the load on the mechanism is not so high. In the most budget options, springs can be used. Due to this, the cost is reduced.
Transformable furniture: vertical folding bed is convenient for small apartments
There are also models in which the bed is attached to the wall with a short part. Such models are sometimes called “vertical folding beds”. Here the price is higher, since the load on the mechanism responsible for lowering and raising is considerable. Pneumatic lifts are already used here, and they must be of good quality. There are even options with automatic drive and remote control.
This option has single, single and double beds
The larger the size, the more attention you should pay to the lift. You should also check the mattress fixation system. It should be reliable, but at the same time, provide the ability to remove the mattress for drying/disinfection without any problems
It should be reliable, but at the same time, provide the ability to remove the mattress for drying/disinfection without any problems.
Walls with built-in beds (transformable wall)
This is an even more solid and expensive type of transformable furniture. Part of the wall - side or central - can move away, revealing a vertical bed hidden behind it.
Transforming wall with a lowering bed
This furniture has no less functionality than a regular wall. The only difference is that it requires more “depth” space so that part of the cabinet can be moved aside. But all the shelves are functional, which is rare in transformable furniture. Even if they are less deep than they could be in a regular closet, the bed is not visible during the daytime. The view is business or official, the room can be a living room or dining room. And in the evening, with the bed lowered, it turns into a bedroom with a full bed.
Roll-out beds
Another transforming bed is hidden under a work, play or second bed. This option is most often used in children's
It is safer, since the sleeping place is not high, which is important for children
Transformable furniture: a roll-out bed that hides under the desk
Pay attention to the photo. To make it convenient to use both the bed and the table, both the table and the bed can be pulled out. Very smart and compact
For small apartments - an excellent option for a children's room
Very smart and compact. For small apartments, this is an excellent option for a child’s room.
Another nuance: a drawer for storing linen under the bed. In principle, this place may be empty. In this case, you can do without a retractable tabletop, since the legs can be hidden under the folded bed.
Advantages and disadvantages
Folding furniture was invented back in 1921 by the American William Murphy. Since then, the design of such furniture has been constantly improved. Today, the topic of saving space is especially relevant, because the living spaces in modern apartments are small. Designers are creating new and creative ideas for hybrid and practical furniture.
A transforming bed is perfect for lovers of minimalism and will allow you to save as much free space in the room as possible. Their distinctive feature is the presence of a special lifting mechanism, which allows you to change the shape of an object in a couple of moments.
The obvious advantages of this type of furniture are as follows:
- Practicality and functionality. A transforming bed is not only sleeping furniture. This bed can also be used as other pieces of furniture when arranging an apartment. The transformer can easily turn into a chest of drawers, a table, and a sofa, which makes it very mobile.
- Ease of use. Thanks to the simple design of the transformable bed, you do not need to make much effort to unfold or fold this furniture, and the time spent on this process is minimized.
- Saving space in the room. Transformable beds can be used not only at home, but even in an office space, which will allow you to fully relax right at work during a break, without cluttering your workplace with large furniture.
Using inconvenient areas of the room. For areas of the room where it would be impossible to place full-size furniture, a transformable bed is perfect, which can even be placed in a corner.
Possibility to choose furniture of various sizes for both adults and children.
Affordability. Transformable beds are a fairly budget option for furnishing an apartment.
Taking care of your health. Modern transformable beds are equipped with orthopedic mattresses, which is perfect for caring for posture
This is especially important when buying a bed for a child.
But certain disadvantages were also identified in folding types of furniture, in particular:
Since the transforming bed has to be folded out often, the internal mechanisms wear out quickly, so when buying furniture it is important to pay attention to the quality of the material and the reliability of the folding structure. It is important to remember that it is not advisable to place a transforming bed near ordinary room partitions. Often they may not withstand the weight of a folding structure. Therefore, the installation of transformable furniture must be carried out near the main wall. Transformable beds should not be purchased by elderly or physically weak people, since unfolding this bed requires some effort, which can be difficult or traumatic for them.
However, despite some disadvantages of a transformable bed, such furniture has many more advantages, which indicates the undoubted need to purchase such products for a small apartment. Transformable beds can turn into pieces of furniture for absolutely any purpose.
Let's talk about the types of transformable furniture for small spaces.
Advantages and disadvantages of products
Among the advantages of transformable furniture, the following points can be noted.
- Multifunctionality. One piece of furniture performs several functions at once, therefore it is very practical and convenient.
- Ergonomics. Furniture solves the problem of saving space and increases the comfort of its use. This is a very valuable point in today's cramped living conditions.
- Uniqueness. Modern designers give such furnishings a truly original look. Thus, they are a very good addition to the interior.
Among the disadvantages, we can only mention the high cost of such products.
Furniture solves the problem of saving space and increases the comfort of its use.
Among the disadvantages, we can only mention the high cost of such products. After all, transformable furniture must be of very high quality in order to withstand constant unfolding and folding. This is a very relevant question if you use furniture on a daily basis.
After all, transformable furniture must be of very high quality in order to withstand constant unfolding and folding.
When choosing products, you should pay attention to the quality of the fittings, since transformation mechanisms can be quite complex in terms of their design.
Modern furniture should be made of high quality materials, usually chipboard and metal are used. When choosing products, you should pay attention to the quality of the fittings, since transformation mechanisms can be quite complex in terms of their design.
A very relevant question if you use furniture on a daily basis.
Modern furniture should be made of high quality materials, usually chipboard and metal are used.
How does a transformable bed work?
A transforming bed can become a full-fledged sleeping place for one or two people, depending on the size of the bed. The rising part of the bed with the mattress when folded is hidden in a special niche and hidden by the front part, which can be decorated with mirrors and other aesthetic materials.
The furniture module itself is fixed to the wall using anchor bolts. The bed and cabinet are connected by special hinges. This assembly scheme allows you to place the wardrobe-bed only against the main wall.
The process of folding and unfolding the bed is greatly facilitated by the presence of a lifting mechanism. The legs of the bed can be hidden in special grooves. Alternatively, a curved metal pipe can be used instead of legs.
The front part of the transformer is made of a variety of materials. It could be:
- — easy-to-clean and stylish plastic;
- — mirrors and glass;
- — laminated chipboard or MDF;
All of the materials listed above are durable and functional.
Depending on the type of folding, wardrobe beds are divided into two groups:
- — horizontal: when folded up, the side of the bed rises, and the berth is located along the wall;
- — vertical: the foot end of the bed rises.
transformable beds: single and double
The second option is preferable for most double bed customers. But children's beds are often ordered horizontal.
Springs and gas lift: advantages and disadvantages
The convenience and reliability of using transformable furniture is largely determined by the quality of the lifting mechanism. To make folding double beds, two types of mechanisms can be used:
- — spring blocks;
- — gas lifts.
Twisted springs of the first type of mechanisms are designed for 20 thousand working cycles. The spring block is attached to the box with a steel bracket. The adjusting bolt allows you to adjust the desired degree of spring tension.
The working medium of gas mechanisms is nitrogen. The steel turning plates of the mechanism are connected to a piston, which is filled with gas, on one side, and to the bed base on the other. The presence of a gas shock absorber greatly facilitates the process of unfolding and folding the bed.
The undeniable advantages of spring shock absorbers compared to gas shock absorbers are:
- — the cost of the mechanism itself and, accordingly, the finished transforming bed;
- — aesthetic appearance: the springs are invisible, while the gas lift parts are clearly visible when the transformer is unfolded;
- - adjustability: you can use an adjusting bolt, or you can remove or add one or more springs.
- — The obvious advantages of gas mechanisms include:
- - significant service life, which is about 50 years;
- - ease of use of the bed, which can be unfolded or folded with a slight movement of the hand;
- — smooth unfolding and folding, provided that the mechanism is correctly selected depending on the size and weight of the bed.
3-in-1 options
A bed that hides in a closet will no longer surprise anyone. And its functionality is very limited. It is much more profitable to choose the 3-in-1 option, in which the folding bed is combined with a sofa, secretary, work or dining table. So-called secret beds are also in demand.
wardrobe bed transformer 3 in 1
3-in-1 option with sofa
The most popular modification of 3-in-1 furniture. A universal option that allows owners of a small apartment to immediately acquire both a comfortable bed and a stylish sofa on which they can accommodate guests, allow children to romp around, or sleep their beloved pet.
The sofa has a special niche that can be used to store pillows and blankets. The sofa provides additional support for the bed, which ensures greater reliability of the structure.
3-in-1 option with table
This version of transformable furniture is suitable for a living room, a study, and a children’s room. The obvious advantage of the model is that when unfolding the bed, you do not need to remove the computer and other things from the table.
secret bed
An ideal option for rooms where a bed may not be needed very often, for example, in an office, where you need to stay late during emergency situations. A special feature of the design of a cabinet with a secret bed is that the shelves for storing things are located on one side, and the mattress with a folding module is on the other.
transformable bed
Table transformation options
- A table whose height is constant. His tabletop is transformed, that is, its dimensions change.
- A table whose height of supports can be adjusted. The size of the tabletop remains unchanged.
- Fully transformable models. Here both the height of the supports and the size of the tabletop are adjusted.
This furniture is comfortable, it allows you to solve a lot of everyday problems.
There are also transformable beds suitable for installation in a small bedroom. As a rule, such products are hidden in a special cabinet. This way, you can pull out the bed while you sleep, and hide it back in the morning, freeing up space.
A table whose height is constant. His tabletop is transformed, that is, its dimensions change.
This transformable furniture is a vertical structure that is built into a standard wardrobe. When the bed is folded, the bedding is fixed to it using special clips. They resemble suitcase straps.
There are also transformable beds suitable for installation in a small bedroom.
In the closed position, the legs fold into secret grooves, serving as additional decorative elements that match the style of the interior features.
Beds of this type, which are combined with a wardrobe, are an excellent addition to the bedroom interior. They often have mezzanines, open shelves on the sides, as well as linen containers for bedding.
Since such beds have legs, their surface can be perfectly evenly fixed.
This is very important to ensure a comfortable night's rest.
On the market you can find a number of options for folding mechanisms.
- Reclining.
The bed is brought into working position using pneumatic springs. When the stock is folded back, its frame is supported by folding legs.
- Swivel and tilt.
To the mechanisms mentioned in the previous paragraph, special rotary-type hinges are added. This greatly simplifies operation.
In the closed position, the legs fold into secret grooves, serving as additional decorative elements that match the style of the interior features.
Just a few steps are enough to transform the sofa into a good sleeping place for two people.
Since such beds have legs, their surface can be perfectly evenly fixed. This is very important to ensure a comfortable night's rest. In addition, an orthopedic mattress provides care for the spine. In the closed position, the legs fold into secret grooves, serving as additional decorative elements that match the style of the interior features.
Such models are equipped with small drawers in which you can store various small items.
Beds with a lifting mechanism are also available, which allow you not only to use a sleeping place, but also to use the space under it to store a large number of different items.
Just a few steps are enough to transform the sofa into a good sleeping place for two people.
One piece of furniture performs several functions at once, therefore it is very practical and convenient.
You can purchase 3 in 1 transformable furniture. If you buy such a product, you will simultaneously receive the following items:
- double bed;
- sofa;
- a table used both as a work table and as a dining table.
Among the advantages of transformable furniture, the following points can be noted.
Thus, they are a very good addition to the interior.
Such models are equipped with small drawers in which you can store various small items. A very important fact is that when the table is folded, all the objects that were on the tabletop do not fall, but are simply placed under the surface of the sofa. Just a few steps are enough to transform the sofa into a good sleeping place for two people.
Modern designers give such furnishings a truly original look.
One piece of furniture performs several functions at once, therefore it is very practical and convenient.
Styles
The style of the transforming table must match the style of the room.
If minimalism is present in everything, it is better to opt for products made of metal or plastic. Wicker tables also go well with the minimalist style. If you use light colors when decorating, it will be possible to create a cozy atmosphere, and a properly selected transforming table will organically fit into the interior, becoming a comfortable and functional piece of furniture.
Country style interiors are quite popular. A transforming table made of natural material will allow you to add some variety to it. Such material can be, for example, wood, rattan, stone or metal. In this case, it is desirable that the structure be massive, since airiness and sophistication will give the room an absurd look.
If the design uses English, Japanese, French or Italian style, when choosing a transforming table, it is better to follow the general style direction and apply design solutions from the selected country. For example, Japan and France are most often characterized by the sophistication of shapes and lines. And England and Italy are usually characterized by more massive and static structures.
Art Nouveau and loft styles are also popular today. Furniture for them should be original, without pretentiousness, for example, in gloss.
Color palette
The color schemes of sofa tables come in a wide variety. In the lines of upholstered furniture manufacturers you can find sofas and tables in light and dark colors. Upholstery in bright colors is used less often in the production of these models. More often in the assortment you can see models made in contrast:
- gray and beige colors;
- sand, milky and silver;
- wood and graphite;
- milky and dark brown;
- white, purple and dark gray;
- terracotta, mustard and black;
- grey-pink, brown and black.
According to the type of design, models can be plain or decorated with a pattern. In this case, a decorative print can most often be placed on the backs or sofa cushions. The subject of the drawing is quite diverse: it can be fluttering butterflies, plant, floral motifs, sketches of city landscapes, as well as photo printing.
Varieties
Multifunctional transforming sofas are presented in many wonderful options and each buyer has the opportunity to choose a model in accordance with their needs.
Sofas that have a modular system, the so-called “smart” transformers, can attract buyers who prefer to invite a large number of guests and arrange their own apartment for parties. The range of functions of this sofa is impressive:
- A modular system that allows you to have both a straight and a corner guest sofa with four different bed sizes, with a pantograph transformation mechanism;
- Availability of a built-in music center (speakers and subwoofer), wireless charging and cup holder cooling functions;
- Armrests, which are not only traditional, but can also have built-in functions: bar, drawer, shelves, lighting and music center control panel;
- Availability of retractable poufs and tables;
- Built-in transforming table;
- Interchangeable sides, allowing you to equip both a left-hand and right-hand sofa;
- Transformable corners, which can be a bar, a table or a soft corner;
- Functional fabric covering “anti-claw” and “anti-vandal”, the presence of a removable mattress cover.
An interesting transformation option will delight its owner with a sofa that transforms not only into a bed, but also into a closet. Inside it has a storage box, into which soft pillows are removed when unfolding. Then a built-in shelf is lowered to the floor, which initially looks like a sofa backdrop and is a place to store various household items: books, dishes or framed photographs. On its inner side there is a soft module that, when unfolded, provides an orthopedic sleeping place, sufficient for one or two people (maximum size 200x160 cm). The shelf serves as a support leg; its contents remain intact during transformation. The cost of such a model ranges from 85 thousand rubles.
There are options for a folding sofa with a folding table, the so-called 3-in-1 designs, which are quite a budget purchase. When assembled, this model looks like a standard sofa; its width can vary from 75 to 150 cm. For the convenience of the owners, such a sofa can be transformed in two ways:
1. Because of its back, a folding table with dimensions corresponding to the size of the sofa itself can be folded back and installed in front of the seat;
2. The accordion transformation mechanism allows you to turn this model into a comfortable place to sleep at night.
The price of this model of sofa-bed-table varies within 25 thousand rubles.
A frameless transforming sofa is fashionable and attractive for young people. It looks like two large poufs connected by loops and rubber straps. This device is located directly on the floor, has a round headrest and pillows fixed to a belt. In order to transform it into a bed, simply remove the headrest and pillows and unfold the double folded structure horizontally. The cost of such an innovative sofa is quite high, despite the lack of metal and wooden structures, and starts from 30 thousand rubles. for single-bed mini-blocks, but it attracts with its simplicity, light weight and style.
Choice of seating (stools, chairs, sofas)
Kitchen furniture is not always purchased as a set. Often chairs are selected separately. In order not to make a mistake with your choice, you need to decide on several characteristics:
- shape and material;
- installation location;
- approximate stool weight.
Folding stools
Do you think stools are boring? Not at all! If you buy bright designer stools like those in the photo for your small kitchen.
Chair with back
A chair with a backrest is one of the most popular products. The advantage of the model is that the back and seat provide good support for the body and allow you to sit comfortably for a long period of time. The usual back height is 36-80 cm. Many manufacturers and a wide range of models do not limit the choice.
Choosing a bar stool
When creating the interior, it is important to keep the kitchen furnishings in the same style. Therefore, after installing the bar counter, you need to purchase chairs of the appropriate shape
When choosing a bar stool, pay attention to the back - it can be very low
Products are available with one leg, two (inclined) or four (the most stable). Products with footrests should be given preference - they are more convenient to use. For compact kitchens, it is recommended to look at folding models of bar stools; their base can be wooden, metal, and plastic, textiles, leather, wood are used for seat upholstery.
Mini sofas
When decorating a cozy dining area, you can take a closer look at upholstered furniture. Manufacturers offer models with a width of 80 cm and a depth of 40 cm. To make them comfortable to use, it is better to choose products without armrests or with one armrest (corner version).
Purpose
The name makes it clear why the table-sofa was created. It is this successful device that will help you combine several interior items - and thereby effectively save space in your apartment. There are several product options:
Modular
This option can combine not only two, but even four useful things. You can purchase an original sofa with a table that will fit well into your interior. To make such furniture, textiles, plywood or plastic are used. You can use your imagination and rearrange the modules if desired. This way you will get a completely different composition, which will be able to create a wide variety of furniture.
The advantages of this design include the fact that you will no longer need to buy a separate sofa or table. To get the furniture you need, you just have to move the blocks. In this case, no significant effort is needed. Any housewife can handle this.
Folding
This option is folding. It is intended for those who do not like modular furniture. The product is also different in appearance. It will look more solid and solid. At the same time, moving such furniture will be very problematic. For such a folding product, you should find a special, convenient place in the room so that no other objects interfere with the transformation. In this case, the sofa will also easily turn into a bed. But the back of the backrest will serve as an excellent comfortable table.
There are other various models - for example, where the tabletop is “hidden” in various niches or formed from armrests. And there are also options when, after minor manipulations, the sofa disappears altogether, and a separate large coffee table appears in the room. Everything will depend on the capabilities and imagination of the manufacturer.
Advantages and disadvantages
A transforming sofa, like any similar furniture, is an excellent solution for a small space. And it happens both in old “Khrushchev” houses and in a number of modern new buildings. But transformers can also be useful in multifunctional rooms. True, for spacious housing there is no particular need for such furniture. The only exception is when it is necessary to organize auxiliary sleeping places for arriving guests. A high-end transformer will look decent both when folded and open. Most often, a sofa is combined with a bed.
Transformable sofas can have unusual geometric shapes and non-standard designs. But it should be understood that they are inferior to monolithic products in the following parameters:
- increased price;
- the ability to use only one of the options at a time;
- the need to spend effort on layout and folding;
- the likelihood of failure of the built-in mechanisms (but here a lot depends on the specific design).
