Wardrobe sofa bed transformer, product advantages and disadvantages

Cozy and functional transformable bed in a cozy chalet in a modern style

A wardrobe-bed with a transformable sofa is an original solution for those who want to live in comfort and at the same time enjoy the beautiful design of the room. Choose the model that suits your taste and feel free to create a stylish and functional environment!

Convenience and comfort in the home is the key to a happy life. Many people would like to live in normal conditions, but sometimes the lack of square meters or the abundance of furniture in the house spoils the whole picture. In this regard, talented inventors began to make efforts to create original furniture designs. A wardrobe bed is no exception, as it allows you not only to store household items, but also to relax quite comfortably and cozily. Technologies do not stand still, so today a number of models are replenished with an abundance of interesting options.

Photo	Characteristic	Price
	Modern, non-format furniture that saves space, created for those who value space and know what precious square meters are	52,000 ₽ Buy
	Double bed "Katyusha" creates comfort and modern interior design in the room	40,000 ₽ Buy
	The wardrobe-bed transforms into a corner sofa "Leroy" - this is a combination of modern furniture trends aimed at a minimum amount of furniture in the apartment and the desire for ultra-fashionable comfort	65,000 ₽ Buy
	Transformer furniture “21” allows you to create two distinct areas of living space in a small apartment - public and private.	45,500 ₽ Buy
	The corner sofa "Amelie" gives you an exceptional chance to make optimal use of space and increase the number of sleeping places in a small apartment, be it a living room, a children's room or maybe even a kitchen.	58,500 ₽ Buy
	Wardrobe-sofa-bed 3 in 1 “London-red” solves the problem of saving space, can be easily disassembled and assembled by children and the elderly, is absolutely safe, when assembled it takes up very little space, significantly saving work space, is convenient for placement in living rooms and offices	58 500 ₽
	Placing built-in furniture modules in an apartment, in particular, a folding bed with a sofa “Sofia”, is a burning trend in modern interior design	52,000 ₽ Buy
	Bed that folds into a closet with Verona sofa. allows you to create in one room two different areas of living space - public and private	52,000 ₽ Buy
	Horizontal wardrobe bed with sofa	55,000 ₽ Buy
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Advantages and disadvantages

In this model, the sleeping place is put away in the closet, leaving a sofa that is comfortable for daytime rest, which is very convenient for one-room apartments. Transformable beds with a sofa provide a special lifting mechanism that allows you to transform into several types of furniture. This design has the following advantages:

decorates the interior of the room in any of the transformable types of furniture (wardrobe, sofa, bed);
easy to use, multifunctional, convenient and durable. To move the model to the desired position, you need to use a simple transformation mechanism;
a high level of functionality allows the furniture to change its overall design several times a day;
the heavy bed can be easily reclined during transformation;
the assembled kit takes up little space;
A folding bed with a sofa saves space in small children's rooms. She frees up the room for the child's games and other activities.

Having many advantages, sofa and bed cabinets also have disadvantages:

for daytime sleep they have to be laid out again;
not all bedrooms are suitable for installing transformable furniture, since only solid walls can support its heavy weight;
its cost is unaffordable for families with average incomes.

When choosing furniture for small spaces, you need to take into account the capabilities of the models and the requirements for them. If the room does not have solid walls, a transformable bed with a sofa cannot be installed.

Furniture selection criteria

Case material. The most durable structures are obtained when using valuable types of wood. An oak or beech transformable cabinet has a beautiful natural texture and looks harmonious in the interior. Chipboard or MDF can be used for shelves and drawers, but the bed itself must be made of reliable materials.

Material of constituent elements. The most reliable parts are made of metal. But the plastic elements wear out a lot during operation of the mechanism.

Upholstery quality. The texture of the material must match the interior. A leather sofa cabinet is suitable for decorating a living room. For a children's room, it is better to choose a bed with chenille upholstery. The transformable double bed is upholstered in tapestry or eco-leather. To avoid abrasion of the upholstery, replaceable covers can be provided.

To assess the quality of the upholstery, you can not only sit on the product, but even lie down. Tactile sensations will tell you how convenient the built-in bed is to use. If you don’t like the upholstery or feel discomfort, then you should look at models with other types of materials.

When choosing furniture, you need to check the operation of the mechanisms. If the furniture is intended for children, then it should be free to change positions. Please note how easy the headset is to fold and how safe it is to use.

What are the differences between the different designs?

Furniture of this type is one of the most functional and practical solutions. It allows you to turn your bedroom into a study or living room in a matter of minutes. Furniture designs vary. Regarding the wall, there are two models:

vertical, with the head of the bed in contact with the wall. The berth is removed into the closet using a vertical mechanism;
horizontal, with a lifting mechanism that places the bed in the closet with its side facing the wall.

The main elements of furniture are transformation mechanisms that facilitate its operation. According to this principle, models are divided into two types: folding and lifting.

Vertical Horizontal
Folding Bed with Sofa has the following elements:

sofa and bed frames;
footboard and headboard (backrest);
mattress;
retractable legs;
pencil case;
fasteners.

A lifting bed with a sofa has certain design features: it is equipped with three types of mechanisms for transformation:

piston devices with gas elevators, ensuring smooth transformation of furniture;
springs that can withstand heavy loads;
a hand-held device characterized by durability and reliability. But to bring it into working condition, you need to make a lot of effort.

It is difficult to compare mechanisms with each other to say which one is better, since each has its own characteristics:

Furniture with gas springs can be placed in a closet at 45 cm, but it is visible on the headboard of the bed. It has a high cost and is not always available to people with average incomes;
when choosing a bed with a lifting mechanism, you need to pay attention to the authority of the brand;
the device, consisting of twisted springs, is hidden in a niche by 25 cm, while it is not visible;
a manual lifting mechanism requires certain physical effort.

A three-in-one furniture set has significant weight. Therefore, its installation is carried out on perfectly flat surfaces of floors and walls. There is an opinion that a transformable sofa can slam shut spontaneously, but if the springs are in good condition, this will not happen. Check the functionality of the mechanisms regularly. This will relieve you from worrying about their normal operation.

Furniture "three in one"

A modern and thoughtful solution is a 3-in-1 wardrobe sofa bed. Buying first one piece of furniture, and then another and a third is not always advisable. After all, you will have to select combinations of colors and textures. To get a set of furniture made in the same color scheme, you will have to spend a lot of time searching or making a set to order.

Transformer furniture is a ready-made solution. Depending on the available space and personal preferences, you can get the optimal combination of bed, sofa, wardrobe and table.

Three-in-one sofas (2 videos)

Options for transforming sofas (31 photos)

Differences by type of transformation

Furniture is classified taking into account the transformation mechanisms that transform it. An ordinary sleeping place can easily turn into another type. An important element of the wardrobe model with a bed and sofa is the front part:

it is a closet;
the model is made of MDF or chipboard;
facades can be mirrored, plastic or combined.

Made from chipboard, the facades follow a strict design and are used in a minimalist style.

For more relaxed forms of design, preference is given to mirror options:

they visually expand the space, make it lighter and more spacious;
The advantage of the mirror surface is its rich design possibilities. For this purpose the following are used: photo printing;
decoration with contour patterns;
various colors of surfaces (matte or colored).

The front opens when the folding transformation mechanism presses the bed against the wall:

the closet serves as a storage unit, complementing the interior of the room with the art of design;
these may be design options with drawers or shelves that are not involved in the transformation;
some samples are equipped with a shelf that acts as a support leg.

The cabinets are illuminated and the wall options with filling are presented in the form of:

shelving;
shelves;
boxes.

The next type of transformation is a sofa. There are many mechanisms for transforming it into a bed. These include the following varieties:

“Lit” sofa models have a mechanism that transforms into a single bed;
The principle of the clamshell is the scroll. When folded, the mattress goes into the structure. During transformation, the folding elements are pulled out by the hinges. This type of sofa has three types of mechanisms: the Italian type is more advanced than others. It doesn't require you to remove the pillows;
the American mechanism for unfolding the sofa is made in two steps;
the French version of the mechanism transforms the sofa in three steps (seats and pillows are removed).

Pantograph sofas do not have rollers, since it does not come into contact with the floor during transformation. Lightly touching the surface, move it away from the back, which is laid horizontally on a free space;

the puma unfolds simply: the front part is lifted and moved forward, placing it on the stand. The second part of the furniture is located in the free space;

The best transformation mechanism is considered to be a roll-out straight model or a corner sofa with drawers. The design consists of three parts. The seat needs to be pulled towards you, while all three parts are pulled out. This mechanism is called a telescope due to its operating principle;

The Eurobook is installed in the middle of the room or near the wall. The model consists of a bed and large drawers. It is equipped with a simple mechanism: the front part extends, and the back falls into this place;

The dolphin is easy to transform: it has two parts (stationary and retractable). They move it apart as follows: the roll-out mechanism from under the seat is pulled out all the way, then, moving towards itself, the other part is pulled out;

The accordion transformation mechanism is easy to operate: its bed has three parts (two backrests and a seat). The seat extends, then the backrests are placed on one plane;

a book is a model that has a popular transformation mechanism. When unfolding it, the seat must be raised and then lowered. Fold it in reverse order.

Accordion

Roll-out

Eurobook

Lit

Pantograph

Puma Dolphin
Sofas have two options for folding transformation mechanisms:

straight classic, located in the center of the room. It is used for bedrooms combined with living rooms;
A functional wardrobe sofa bed with a corner sleeper frees up free space. A sofa cabinet with a corner sofa is a practical model that takes up minimal space.

Sofas of these models have different sizes:

length ranges from 180 to 220 cm;
width – 115-10 cm.

For small apartments with an area of 7 to 9 m2, a sofa with a size of 120x180 cm is sufficient. For spacious rooms (from 10 to 15 m2), options with a size of 150x180 cm are suitable. In three-in-one designs, the main load falls on the metal frame, so here they use a mechanism equipped with synchronized lowering of the legs. It ensures high stability of the furniture. Sometimes plywood or wood frames are used instead of metal ones.

The next element of transformation is the bed - this is the main element. Bed sizes vary (single, narrow or double for couples). Beds with reclining mechanisms have the following dimensions:

width from 75 to 180 cm;
length – from 190 to 220 cm.

In transformer bed models, special attention should be paid to mattresses. Lifting mechanisms must be equipped with dependent springs. They are held in a vertical position by a double metal frame, the function of which is to prevent the mattress from sagging. The disadvantage of this design is its rigidity. To make the mattress softer, it is equipped with:

latex or coconut coatings;
covers made of soft fabrics are used.

It is not advisable to use mattresses equipped with independent springs in beds with a lifting mechanism, since in a vertical position the connection between the elements is broken, causing the mattress to sag to one side.

How to choose a reliable option

In order for the bed model to serve properly throughout its entire operational life, you need to pay attention to the following parameters when choosing it:

If the furniture is of high quality, the price will match it. If it has an affordable price, it will use plastic and plywood instead of metal and natural wood;
when choosing, you need to pay attention to the functionality of the product, since modern furniture is valued not only for its design, but also for the maximum benefit that it can bring for daily use;
Build quality is considered an important parameter. Transformation mechanisms should work easily and without failures;
It is better to prefer high-quality and durable materials, which are more reliable in such models.

When choosing furniture, it is important to pay attention to the fillings and upholstery of the sofa, since comfortable rest depends on them. They are presented in a variety of modern materials. The following fillers are offered:

blocks equipped with independent springs: soft, durable, comfortable. However, with a vertical transformation mechanism, it is undesirable to purchase them, since the springs sag. This is reflected on the surface of the sofa, which can sag;
blocks with dependent springs are convenient to use, but do not have a very long service life (from 7 to 10 years);
You can use PPU (polyurethane foam), which is used more often than other materials. It retains its qualities for a long time and is available to people of any income.

For sofa elements (armrests, pillows and bolsters) use: padding polyester, holofiber, padding polyester. Having made the right choice of furniture, you can choose the ideal option that meets the needs of interior design, versatility and impeccable quality. Various materials are used for upholstery:

leather is easy to care for, wear-resistant, environmentally friendly. But if there are pets in the apartment, it is better to refuse this choice;
a simpler option would be eco-leather, which is not inferior to the original material in terms of characteristics;
tapestry is considered a luxurious upholstery option;
Velor is considered an ideal option for furniture, wardrobe, bed, sofa. The material is highly wear-resistant, cleans well, and does not lose color and texture after a soap solution.

Having managed to take into account all the pros and cons when choosing a transformer, you will purchase functional furniture that can be selected for any interior. It will easily solve the problem of lack of space, help make the room spacious and bright, and will last a long time without repair.