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What is click-clack?

The mechanism was invented on the basis of a simple well-known book.
Specialists from France set themselves the task of improving the design and simplifying the folding process. I must admit, they succeeded very well. The click-klyak sofa got its name because of the sound produced when the mechanism transforms from a seat into a bed.

The photo shows an example of what the assembled click-clack mechanism looks like

Externally, a sofa with a click-clack mechanism looks like a simple construction set consisting of a seat and a backrest. However, in fact, each similar sofa model has 4 additional sections that serve as sidewalls and armrests. Most products are equipped with a spacious linen drawer.

Click-clack mechanisms come in three- and four-stage types. At the same time, the design of the furniture is practically the same, but the process of transformation into a sleeping place and back will vary slightly.

There are practically no restrictions on installing a click-clack mechanism in sofas, so there is a large model range on the market, differing primarily in size.

Caring for upholstered furniture

If you want to preserve its appearance for a long time, then purchase a special cover for the sofa that will protect the transformer from dirt and dust. To prevent wear of the design mechanism, lubricate it with oil. Otherwise, it will gradually transform worse, which will inevitably lead to breakage of the sofa. When a mechanism runs without lubrication, friction between moving parts increases. As a result, play will appear and parts of the sofa will be skewed, which will lead to a deterioration in the transformation.

Lubricate the sofa parts with technical oil immediately after purchase. The liquid must be thick enough, in which case this operation will have to be repeated over a much longer period than when using an aqueous solution. To lubricate the parts, first close the linen compartment. Next, lubricate two rivets in turn: the one that is located between the frames, then the one that connects the seat and the linen drawer.

Types and their features

Straight models are in greatest demand: they are compact and functional. Straight sofas can consist of a back and a seat, or be supplemented with adjustable headrests and armrests. If you are looking for the most compact model with a spacious place to sleep, choose the second version of the mechanism.

Folded armrests reduce the width of the sofa, and disassembled ones increase the length of the resulting bed.

Corner sofas in most cases consist of 3 sections, with the central one (the corner itself) being static, and the two outer ones folding. The main inconvenience in this case is created by the corner module. Since the seat next to it folds out, but the back of the corner remains in place, sleeping may not be very comfortable.

Mattress

There are models with or without an orthopedic mattress.

Orthopedic sofas are based on independent springs or polyurethane foam. In this case, you will not need to remove the mattress every time and look for a place to store it. However, once the mattress becomes unusable, it cannot be replaced.

If you purchase a sofa without an orthopedic mattress included, it can be purchased separately. In this case, it is necessary to calculate the parameters of the mattress so that it fits perfectly with the furniture.

The specific type (with or without springs, holofiber or padding polyester) is chosen based on personal preferences.

Examples in the interior

Click-klyak, as already mentioned, is not suitable for every home. For example, in a classic or luxurious baroque-style house, furniture of this shape will look out of place. But in modern styles, including minimalism, the sofa will take pride of place.

When choosing, follow the rule of proportionality. Compact models for small rooms, spacious corner models for large ones. If the household already has a small sofa that needs to be placed in a spacious living room, complement the composition with one or two armchairs with the same mechanism.

Final advice: be sure to try to assemble and disassemble the mechanism yourself in a store. This will help you understand whether you can repeat the procedure regularly: morning and evening.

Manufacturing materials

The quality of the sofa and its service life directly depend on the materials used to make it.

Frame material

The storage box bears the brunt of the load and must be strong enough to support the recommended weight. It is made from laminated chipboard, MDF, wood and metal, and the laminated surface makes it much easier to care for.

The base can be made in two versions:

• solid chipboard, which is not very good for the bottom, since it will not be ventilated;
• in the form of a lattice made of flexible beech and also birch.

Lattice sofa base

What fabrics are used for upholstering sofas?

When choosing an upholstery material, the main thing you need to pay attention to is strength. The most practical types of fabrics are:

Seating area

Folding the structure occurs in the reverse order.

The above manipulations must be carried out without jerking or excessive use of force, in this case the service life of such a sofa will be as long as possible.

Key points in repair and operation

And now a few words about how to operate and repair the jaw mechanism. First of all, you need to remember that such a mechanism must be lubricated. The fact is that it is the lack of lubrication that, as a rule, is the cause of breakdowns, after which repair of the jaw mechanism is required with your own hands. The fact is that in the absence of lubrication during transformation, a backlash gradually forms between the metal parts, which leads to malfunctions and breakdowns.

Clue! Lubricate the mechanism with special lubricant or thick oil intended for technical work.

By the way, before applying the lubricant, you need to cover the laundry drawer with something so that it does not get dirty. It is necessary to lubricate both the central part and the joints of the seat and the flushing box.

If the sofa is broken, you can find out how to fix the click-clack lifting mechanism (video):

Another breakdown that may require minor repairs is when one of the parts of the mechanism is stuck in the intended sleeping position. However, characteristic clicks are heard only on one side. Of course, the sofa will continue to fold out, but due to the increased load on one part it may soon break.

By the way! For better preservation of the finish itself, it is quite acceptable to use an additional coating.

You can try to fix this problem by lubricating the problem area with grease. However, if this does not help, a complete replacement of the paired mechanism will be required. In this case, replacement is required for both sides at the same time. Moreover, in most cases, you will not need to repair the plug mechanism: with careful and careful operation, such a sofa will last a long time and will not cause unnecessary trouble.

Main pros and cons

As practice shows, reviews of the click-keg mechanism also have both advantages and certain disadvantages. These are the main advantages:

1. The design of the bed linen box holder is very durable and reliable. The device is such that the clothes box is very spacious.
2. Thanks to the special features of the mechanism, you can create a perfectly flat sleeping surface. In addition, it is excellent to use an orthopedic mattress.

However, one cannot fail to mention the main drawback. We are talking about a certain free space between the wall and the back of the sofa, which is necessary to be able to separate it. Therefore, you may need to constantly move the sofa bed either towards the wall or away from the wall. Or hold the gap while the sofa bed sits.

Scheme of unfolding and folding, step by step

On the other hand, we are talking about an older version of the click-keg mechanism. Newer examples, in which the main manufacturers predominate, do not have this problem, since during transformation it moves towards the wall.

Sofa click clack protection against back diseases.

Thanks to the use of slats in sofas of this design, the function of an orthopedic bed is performed, protecting against diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Thanks to this, a person gets quality rest and relieves tension from the muscles of the neck and back. The listed properties are ensured by the correct position of the body during sleep. When a person wakes up in the morning, he does not feel pain or stiffness due to the even distribution of the load on the joints of the body during sleep. Unloading the spine will help avoid osteochondrosis, arthrosis, scoliosis, and is an excellent prevention of sciatica. And this will have a beneficial effect on overall well-being and performance.

Sleeping area

Unfolding a sofa of this design is not difficult. It is enough to lift and keep the seat raised until the backrest takes a horizontal position and locks, and then lower the seat to its original state.