Comfortable transformable table-bed for living space

Purpose and features

When arranging a home of a small area, it is very important to rationally use every square meter. In addition to practicality and functionality, the selected furniture should be comfortable and cozy. Only transformers have all of the above qualities. They combine the properties of two or more objects, for example, a bed and a wardrobe, a table and a cabinet. The main advantages of furniture, which determine the high demand for products:

• originality of design;
• possibility of use for zoning space;
• wide range of furniture;
• quick and easy transformation.

Transformable furniture has few disadvantages. First of all, any of the combined models are more expensive than the standard one. Although this factor can be controversial. You will have to pay more for a sofa and bed than for a transformable option. Another disadvantage of such furniture is the rapid wear of the mechanisms during regular use. You need to be prepared for periodic replacement.

Fittings manufacturers usually provide information on the number of cycles of operation of the mechanism, that is, they provide a guarantee for furniture not for 2 years, but, for example, for 20,000 additions.

All types of furniture are divided into cabinet and upholstered. The former are based on a solid frame, while the rest include poufs, armchairs, sofas, and beds. Manufacturers produce transformers that differ in type of use:

1. Some models fold compactly and take up little space when stored; they can be taken out when necessary.
2. The second ones are stationary - with different types of layouts they perform the functions of objects that are different from each other.

Absolutely every transformable furniture is suitable for small spaces. It can be used for sleeping, resting, eating, storing things, working. There are furniture models that combine not 2 or 3, but significantly more items. For example, a bed + a compact sofa + a desk + a wardrobe + an armchair. The only advantages of such multitasking models are ergonomics and originality. The more parts, the shorter the life of the furniture.

Varieties

Bunk beds come in many varieties. The transformation mechanism directly depends on the design. The most popular models that have won the love of children and adults:

1. Composite. The folded model is no different from a regular sofa. The design includes drawers for storing bedding and a ladder. If you don’t like sleeping with two tiers, then the beds can be separated and placed separately from each other. The model is suitable for adults.
2. Wardrobe bed. Compact two-tier model, suitable for both children and adults. Built into a closet, does not take up much space. The mechanism is automatically adjusted. Thanks to special hinges, good synchronization of assembly and disassembly is ensured. Reinforced with a metal folding grille, can withstand a weight of more than 100 kg. The kit includes a ladder that serves as additional support for the upper berth. There are storage boxes.
3. Reclining. Hull structure, on two levels of which two berths are mounted. Stairs that serve as limiters help to assemble the model correctly. During the day, the folding transformable bunk bed is indistinguishable from a wardrobe. Its doors can be mirror, wood or glass. Depending on the design, the structures are equipped with tables, chests of drawers, and additional wardrobe sections. A special fastening allows you to fix bedding on the beds, which eliminates the need to make the bed again every day. The furniture is equipped with gas shock absorbers, which greatly facilitates use and allows you to keep it in the desired position.
4. Retractable. The model is ideal for a children's room; it differs from other varieties in its great compactness and low cost. During the day, the lower tier slides into a special niche, freeing up space for games. The design is equipped with spacious drawers for storing various things. There is no need to be afraid that the child will fall from the second tier and get hurt; the height of the furniture does not exceed 70 cm. The sleeping places can be used separately from each other. This is very convenient in case guests arrive.
5. One sleeping place with a work area. This convertible bunk bed allows you to sleep on top, and there is a folding table below. There are models in which the retractable part changes places with it or moves to a lower level. This small-sized option allows you to effectively use the space of even the smallest room thanks to the large number of spacious drawers, shelves, and wardrobes.

All models are distinguished by a stylish, unique design and bright colors that will not leave anyone indifferent. Depending on the design, they can be placed in any room: living room, bedroom, nursery.

Composite

Wardrobe bed

Reclining

Retractable

With a workplace

Types of mechanisms

The ability to change shape is provided by transformation mechanisms for furniture. Without them, the product cannot be multifunctional. Depending on the type of fittings used, designs are distinguished:

1. Retractable. Among them are various tables, shelves and even sofas. Typically, one part slides out and the other drops down, locking the first. Roller mechanisms last a long time, are inexpensive, and are easy to replace. They are very practical.
2. Folding. These mainly include upholstered furniture: armchairs, sofas, beds. They are suitable for any room, including small ones. Folds out to the sides or forward and does not require special physical effort. They are distinguished by reliability, safety, affordable cost, and ease of use. The only drawback of the furniture is that a folding sofa takes up 2-3 times more space when disassembled than when folded.
3. Rising. The most obvious example is a bed built into a closet. It descends from top to bottom from a vertical to a horizontal position. Moreover, when it is assembled, there is not even a hint of a sleeping place. Such designs are not the safest for children, since a heavy box can injure a child. A cheap mechanism that can quickly fail is unacceptable here.
4. Modular. Transforming sofas of this type consist of several parts, the placement variations of which are unlimited. Different items can be used both together and separately. Such options are among the most expensive, which is a significant drawback.

Features and advantages of sandwich furniture, types of designs
The market offers transformable furniture for the home, varying in functionality. Some models are radically transformed from one subject to another; the properties of the elements have little in common, for example, a chair-bed or a table-cabinet. There are models such as bed-bed. There is no mistake in the name, the manufacturer simply provided the opportunity to make a larger one out of a smaller structure. This option is best used in a schoolchild’s room. As he grows up, you won’t have to buy new furniture, because a simple transformation will allow you to lengthen the old one.

Retractable mechanism

Folding

Rising

Modular

Sleeping places

Upper tier

The upper berth can be stationary or transformable. The choice of a specific option depends on the design features of the room and personal preferences. In particular, the folding niche will easily fit into any interior. But, a folding “second floor” in the nursery will lead to the need for mandatory participation in unfolding the bed; the child himself is unlikely to cope with such a task.

Regardless of whether the bed is foldable or not, it must have sides. This is a mandatory safety requirement; only then can children use the furniture normally. The height of the side is approximately 30 centimeters, no more is needed.

To climb to the second tier, stairs are used. A bunk bed with a transformable table can be equipped with the following types of stairs.

• Chromed metal. Despite their external beauty, they are considered unsafe. Handrails are slippery, which can lead to falls and injuries.
• Tree. The best option that looks beautiful and is completely safe. If children will use the furniture, you should choose this option.

In addition to stairs, a system of bedside tables can be used for climbing. It turns out to be a kind of ladder. You can quickly climb up it. Suitable for small children.

The base can be single, simply made of lamellas or plywood. There is also a reinforced version, which can usually be seen on transforming products. In this case, the decorative panel comes first, and lamellas or a solid sheet of chipboard are placed on top of it.

Lower tier

A bunk bed for children with a transformable table below is always designed to be folded. It is made in such a way that it can be lifted at any time without any problems.

The body is made of the same material as the rest of the furniture. It is a box, the bottom of which is the base in combination with a false wall. Unlike the upper berth, there is no barrier to prevent falls.

The base can be orthopedic based on special lamellas that can bend slightly under load. At the same time, a lifting bunk bed with a transformable table should be light enough so that even a child can lift it.

The decorative panel, which is located under the base, is usually made in the same style as the rest of the furniture. This solution guarantees a successful appearance.

Unlike many other types of transformable beds, the lower berth in this case does not have any drawers; they simply will not fit, since there is a table under the bed in the unfolded position. Drawers are replaced with cabinets, which can be attached to the side or rolled in.

Mattress

The bunk bed with table does not come with a standard mattress. This item will have to be purchased separately. The mattress is chosen strictly according to size. All sleeping places are made standard, which allows you to optimally and quickly select the mattress size.

First of all, you should decide what kind of mattress you will buy. This may be an option with a spring block, or without this structural element. In general, it is best to buy a mattress with a spring block, especially if you plan to use it with children.

If you choose a non-spring mattress, you should choose one of the following filling options.

• Holofiber. It is characterized by sufficient softness and is practically not afraid of dampness. Does not cause allergies.
• Batting. Old, but still relevant material. Children respond well to it. Best used on beds with slats, as moisture is less likely to accumulate.
• Polyurethane foam. The mattresses are quite soft and comfortable.
• Foam rubber. Quite a widely used material. It is inexpensive; the disadvantages include a short service life, especially when exposed to sunlight.

If the lower bed is transformable, belts with special tightening must be available. Such elements allow you to quickly secure the mattress and linen during transformation.

Transforming walls

Of all types of transformers, the most bulky are walls and cabinets with built-in tables, sofa beds, and beds. However, they are also indispensable for saving space in small rooms. The main thing is to place the structure correctly. When assembled, it looks like an ordinary wall with functional shelves and drawers. A separate part of it slides out or reclines, revealing a hidden unit of other furniture. Features of such models:

1. They are made in a business, official style, so they are suitable for living rooms and dining rooms.
2. Installed only on concrete or brick walls.
3. Of all types of mechanisms for transformable furniture, it is better to give preference to spring or gas shock absorber.

Like other models, the main advantages here are: ergonomics, versatility, and comfortable use. The only disadvantage may be the cost, but it depends not only on the mechanism. The material from which the furniture and its internal equipment are made plays an important role.

Important selection criteria

In order for a transforming bed to be comfortable, of high quality and not cause problems, it is important to pay attention to the following criteria:

1. Height. You need to select it depending on who it is intended for. If the standard height of 180 cm is ideal for an adult, then for a child it is better to choose a model up to 120 cm.
2. Length. It is important what size the bed is. Children grow quickly, and it may turn out that in a year or two the sleeping place will become small in size.
3. Quality. The structure must be even, smooth, without scratches, chips or other damage.
4. Assembly and disassembly mechanism. A very important parameter; the ease of use of the bed will depend on the strength of the fastenings, their serviceability and functioning.

It is also important to consider the parameters of the room for which the bed is intended. It should fit harmoniously into the space and correspond to the overall style of the room.

Transformable bunk beds are a real godsend for owners of small apartments. They are suitable for the bedroom, living room, and children's room. This is a unique solution that allows you to use every centimeter of space with maximum efficiency.

You need to select the height of the bed depending on the height of the person for whom it is intended.

The structure must be level, smooth, without scratches, chips or other damage

Children grow quickly, so it is advisable to have plenty of sleeping space

The assembly and disassembly mechanism must be operational and easy to use

Variety of multifunctional tables

Transformable tables are very popular. The most famous modification is where a sliding mechanism turns a small tabletop into a large one. The last option is indispensable for holidays, but it is not needed on ordinary days. Considering how much space the furniture takes up, it is rational to purchase a transformable option. After all, it not only saves space, but is also fully used in everyday life. The length by which the table can be extended varies from 20 to 150 cm.

There are transformable tables not only for eating and relaxing, but also for work. The design, which turns into an easel or drawing board, is an original furniture option for a small room. There are also cabinet tables that hide sewing machines. Handicraftsmen especially value such furniture, because this minimizes the risk of accidental mechanical damage to the device outside of work.

Various cabinet tables are used in dining rooms, kitchens, children's rooms, living rooms, and offices. When unfolded, they can become larger in length and height. A small storage system for things is often organized inside. There are straight and angular.

For the kitchen, cabinet tables on wheels with a coating that is resistant to moisture, mechanical damage and temperature changes are preferred.

There is another functional modification - a table-bed. Here the working surface is raised and the bed is lowered due to rotary hinges. By placing the mattress horizontally, you can significantly save space. This solution is ideal for a teenager's room. There is furniture for dining rooms, living rooms, as well as a more complex modification - table-bed-wardrobe. The latter is complemented by shelves on the sides or on top, if the ceiling height allows.

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Transformation of upholstered furniture

A modular sofa does not have transformation mechanisms for upholstered furniture; it is a kind of construction set. Different elements can be used to create structures that differ from each other:

1. For the living room - a soft area and a separate section for decoration.
2. The bedroom has a soft corner for relaxation and a department for linen.
3. In the kitchen there are armchairs and a compact box for storing necessary accessories.

The cost of modular sofas is high, but they can be purchased in parts, gradually complementing the main product with other elements. Depending on their purpose, individual components are equipped with retractable and lifting mechanisms. Such models fit perfectly into modern interiors: hi-tech, modern or minimalism.

The presence of additional fasteners in modular furniture is a great advantage, otherwise the integrity of the assembled structure will inevitably be compromised during operation.

A convertible chair is another multifunctional item that deserves attention. The main feature of most models is the ability to change position multiple times by adjusting the backrest tilt. Common modifications:

• chair-bed;
• chair-table.

Any type is comfortable, easy to use, stylish, and functional. To minimize the shortcomings of the product, you cannot skimp on fittings. The chair will have to be reclined often, so the mechanism must be comfortable and reliable. There are also mini models. The narrow width of the structure is not suitable for sleeping, only for short rest. If the chair is purchased as a spare bed, it is worth taking a wider alternative.

Modular sofa

Chair-bed

Chair-table

Mechanisms of transformation

Even a child can unfold the gas lift option

There are several common mechanisms:

• simple design;
• lifting mechanism using gas lift;
• an option in which the lower berth is hidden inside.

The simple design has a metal body, which, when the seat is raised, unfolds and is secured in the upper position using metal stands. Thus, in order to transform the sofa into a bunk bed, just raise the seat up.

Even a child can unfold the option with gas lift

Options with gas lift are convenient because no effort is required during transformation. To modify the furniture, it is enough to pull part of the structure; rising up it turns into a sleeping place.

The disadvantages of such models include gas lift failure during prolonged use. In this case, you will have to purchase this part of the structure separately.

Options where the lower berth is located inside are also common. As a rule, after the transformation, the lower place needs to be raised so that it is at a standard height.

Original designs

In addition to standard designs, manufacturers also produce many non-trivial furniture models. One of the large domestic companies known for producing such products is Transform-Mebel LLC. Unusual models perfectly complement designer renovations and add a special twist to the interior. Original options:

1. A step stool, where a simple chair can easily be transformed into a ladder.
2. A console table that, when folded, looks like a narrow cabinet or dressing table, and when unfolded, can accommodate up to 6 people.
3. Multifunctional sets for a small studio - in different modifications they provide a sleeping area, a workplace, a kitchen table.
4. Rack with dining table and chairs.
5. Sofa with dining group.

Even a shelf or mirror can become a small table for working or eating. Few manufacturers work with such furniture, but they are found on the market. Each structure is equipped with a lifting mechanism. They are ideal if the room is a walk-through and there is nowhere to place a stationary table.

Step stool

Console table

Multifunctional kits for a small studio

Shelf table

Features of garden furniture

Every summer resident will appreciate transformable garden furniture. For example, a practical bench, which when folded looks like a simple bench, is of interest. If you unfold it, you get a fairly large table and two comfortable benches. For a dacha, this is not only a functional device that can be brought indoors without any problems. A wooden or metal structure will be an excellent element of site decor.

Interesting furniture design options:

1. Flower bench - when assembled it resembles a bud, can accommodate up to 5 people. When disassembled, indentations form on it, which cause discomfort when sitting.
2. The design bench is its main advantage in its absolute functionality, because even when assembled it can accommodate 2 people. If you take it apart, six can sit freely.
3. Corner bench - includes several variations of rotations of individual elements, due to which it provides a large number of seats.
4. A bench-table with benches is the most common option, saving maximum usable space. When unfolded, one bench turns into 2 along with a table.

Features of modern fashionable furniture, current styles and trends

When folded, transformable furniture does not have a very presentable appearance, which is its only drawback. Any of the presented modifications can be used for dachas and country houses. The designs are so simple that it is quite possible to make them yourself. The most difficult stage is drawing up the drawings. If you do not have the proper experience, you can use ready-made diagrams or seek help from specialists. Assembly can be done even by those who do not have much experience in the field of furniture making.

Useful tips for choosing

Salon catalogs contain a huge number of photos of transformable furniture. But it is advisable to choose a suitable model not according to the picture, but according to the following parameters:

1. Purpose of furniture. If the goal is to find a bed, but there is no closet in the room, you should pay attention to the corresponding combined transformers. In any case, one option will take up less space than two separate ones, albeit no less functional.
2. Dimensions. Much does not mean good. If the design contains parts and functions that are not necessary, the money will be wasted. It is worth considering the number of people who will use transformable furniture. It is irrational to purchase a table for six just in case if the family consists of 3-4 people.
3. Placement of furniture. When planning to place a cabinet near a window, you need to ensure that its folding parts do not touch the open sash and do not limit the access of light. Transformable beds cannot be placed so that when unfolded they occupy the entire width of the room. Moving from one part of the room to another through an obstacle will quickly get boring.
4. Quality of mechanisms. Taking into account the frequent use of the structure, preference should be given to durable fittings that will not fail in a couple of months. You cannot save on this part of the furniture, otherwise the purchase will cease to be profitable even at the first breakdown.
5. Reliability of the frame. Plastic and chipboard are not the best options for upholstered furniture. They are deformed, wear out quickly and break under heavy weight. MDF, wood and metal are more reliable and durable choices.
6. Style. The sofa or table should be in harmony with the existing interior in the room. Classic style furniture will not fit into teenage design.
7. Warranty documents. Their presence gives you the full right to free furniture repair in the event of an imminent breakdown.

It is necessary to check the performance of the design when choosing it in order to immediately identify obvious defects. Problems happen even with Italian furniture, so high cost does not guarantee impeccable quality. It’s better to spend extra time making a choice than to return or repair it later.

Purpose of the product

Dimensions

Location

Transformation mechanism quality

Frame reliability

Matching the style of the room

Manufacturing materials

Manufacturers pay special attention to the strength of beds. The upper tier of the structure can withstand a weight of more than one hundred kilograms. This is achieved through the use of solid wood or metal alloys in the manufacture. They are often combined to lighten the weight of the product and achieve better quality. For example, all mechanism parts are made only from metal, which guarantees their strength and reliability.

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The basis of the design of composite models is often made of valuable wood species, such as oak, beech, and walnut. Products made from them are durable, do not loosen or creak. Affordable models are made from pine. This is a soft material, and dents can easily form on it from an impact, so it requires more careful handling.

Sliding transforming beds are often made from laminated chipboard. This type of structure is not subject to increased loads, so the use of this material is completely justified; it helps to save on cost without losing quality. Unlike solid wood, it requires careful use and does not tolerate high humidity and direct sunlight.

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Tree

laminated chipboard

Metal

All materials for filling mattresses and upholstered parts of sofas and bunk beds are of high quality and environmentally friendly. Natural hair is used from horsehair or coconut tow. Of the artificial ones, the following are often used:

• syntecron;
• holofiber;
• padding polyester;
• durafil;
• synthetic fluff;
• polyurethane foam.

Horsehair

Coconut tow

Holofiber

Sintepon

Sintepooh

Polyurethane foam
The upholstery of a bunk bed sofa has a long service life because it is made only from durable, high-quality fabrics. The most practical, but expensive material is genuine leather. It is easy to care for, difficult to damage, and retains its original appearance for many years. Eco-leather will cost less. Outwardly, it is no different, but in quality it is noticeably inferior.

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In addition, the following fabrics are used in production:

• velours;
• flock;
• chenille;
• matting

The rough structure of the materials helps the bed linen to stick to them and not slide off, which is very convenient and provides additional comfort. The downside of fabrics is that they are difficult to care for. If they are heavily soiled, it will be difficult to clean them.

Velours

Flock

Chenille

Gozhka