The living room is most often located in the largest room of an apartment or house and is used for receiving guests and evening gatherings with the family. The furnishings of the hall should be appropriately stylish, comfortable and very beautiful. Along with tables and chairs, the main place in it is occupied by living room walls, multifunctional and spacious systems.
Bulky furniture that occupies most of the room is no longer relevant. At the height of fashion now is light modular sectional furniture, wall slides, various in shape, size, color and configuration. Cabinets placed at different heights make the room airy without weighing down the interior of the room.
Cabinets placed at different heights visually make the room more spacious.
Styles of furniture walls for the hall
In the design of hall walls, three main styles are now most popular:
- classic
- country
- high tech
Classic walls for the hall
Classic furniture has not gone out of fashion for decades. The walls for the living rooms are decorated with Baroque and Rococo elements and are distinguished by massive cabinets, exquisite carvings, and refined fittings. The doors of open dish cabinets are made of glass, which adds elegance to the entire system. Each item performs its function and harmonizes with others. Manufacturers produce classic walls for the hall, taking into account the ideas about the classics and the tastes of consumers: historical classics and its modern analogue.
Living room wall in a classic style
The expensive and sophisticated appearance is complemented by another advantage of walls for living rooms in a classic style - practicality and spaciousness. You can put away a lot of things in numerous cabinets, arrange collections of dishes or other items in glass display cases, and install a TV on a special bedside table.
Collections can be placed in glass cabinets
Classic hall walls are made from different materials, from chipboard to rare types of wood. In any case, the system should stand out with excellent quality, luxurious finishing, and look quite massive and solid. Expensive luxury accessories play a significant role in creating such an impression.
Mahogany wall in the living room
Walls for the hall in country style
A country style room has the most liberal, homely design. Since the country style has many design options, depending on the location (England, Mediterranean, Scandinavia), the walls for a country style hall differ from each other.
But furniture walls in this style also have a lot in common:
- finishing of facades with natural or bleached wood
- open shelves and racks for ethnic accessories
- discreet fittings that match the overall finish
- decorations in the form of carvings, moldings, patterns on glass
Country style wall made of bleached wood
Country-style walls are distinguished by naturalness, deliberate simplicity, and ethnic flavor.
Living room walls in high-tech style
Modern high-tech furniture is laconic and at the same time multifunctional, which is why it is popular. When selecting a wall for a hall in this style, only the essentials are taken, most often several shelves and cabinets on which the necessary equipment is placed. Such furniture looks fashionable, leaving maximum space in the room.
High-tech walls leave maximum space in the living room
The materials used for the façade of the walls in the living room are chipboard, MDF and plastic in colors uncharacteristic for furniture: orange, green, blue. Metal, leather, tinted or colored glass are used as decorative inclusions.
The fittings are also laconic or absent altogether. High-tech living room furniture uses smooth modules that open when you press on the surface of the facade. A minimum of decor makes the wall for the living room beautiful, sophisticated and very airy.
Wall decorated with colored glass panels
When choosing a style for the wall in the living room, you should keep in mind that it is better to leave bulky furniture for other rooms. The hall should have a lot of free space, light and air, otherwise guests and hosts will feel uncomfortable in it.
What material are living room furniture sets made from?
If we talk about the service life and practicality of living room furniture sets, then these parameters depend primarily not on the coating, but on the material from which the interior items are made.
Basic requirements for materials:
- First of all, it is environmentally friendly. Regardless of the style and interior design, the best option is furniture sets made of natural wood and MDF. You shouldn’t give up plastic either, since it can also be safe, but this must be confirmed by appropriate certificates available from the seller.
- Furniture should last as long as possible, since repairs are usually made for several years. Therefore, it is worth choosing a material that is durable and strong, capable of maintaining its properties for at least 10 years.
- High wear resistance. Dirt, scratches and mechanical damage should be easily removed from the furniture or they should not be visible.
- If the material is of high quality, it can be easily cleaned even without the use of additional cleaning agents.
The above requirements apply to all furniture, regardless of which room it will be located in. As for the living room, the interior items in this room are subject to fewer requirements than those installed in the nursery or kitchen. Glass, plastic and wooden structures can be installed in the hall. Metal options are often used, as well as veneered furniture. In this case, the choice is made solely from personal preferences and the style in which the living room is decorated.
A universal material, regardless of the stylistic orientation of modern design, is solid wood. Natural wood is considered an ideal option for making living room furniture sets. This material is environmentally friendly because during operation it does not emit substances harmful to humans.
Wood is used to make tables, chests of drawers, cabinets, dining room chairs, shelving and frames for furniture, in particular sofas and armchairs. In addition, it is also used for the manufacture of side tables with drawers and cabinets. The main feature of wood is durability. However, if, over time, the surface of the furniture needs to be updated, then it is enough to coat it with varnish.
The most popular types of wood for making furniture are beech, teak, oak, wenge, maple, boxwood and merbau. They are particularly hard and retain their original appearance for decades. However, hardness is not only a plus, but also a minus, since it complicates the wood processing process. Less hard species are also used in production, including apple, elm, cherry, walnut, and ash.
As for plastic and metal, the first is most often used for making furniture in the high-tech style, and the second - in the loft direction. In addition, tempered glass is quite common here.
Metal is a reliable and durable material, which is why it is often used for furniture frames. Due to this, the designs are practical and durable, even with daily use for at least 10 years. Transformation mechanisms are also made from metal. When using furniture legs (sofa, coffee table, armchairs) made of this material, the possible weight load increases and the service life is also extended.
Glass is no less popular when furnishing a dining room, although it seems very fragile. Most often it is used to make tabletops for sofa and coffee tables. To do this, a reinforced type of material with a glossy surface is used, which is resistant to mechanical damage. Regardless of the interior, glass elements will always make it lighter and airier, and will also help relieve the massiveness of the closet, sofa and shelving.
It is worth noting that the most popular is still tinted or painted glass in dark shades. It is used in the manufacture of facades of display cabinets, cabinets, shelving, and casings of side tables.
No less important is the choice of upholstery for upholstered furniture for the living room (sofa, armchairs), as well as chairs. You should buy a more practical material, given that this room is characterized by high traffic. The ideal option is artificial leather, leather, eco-leather, textiles. Leather sofas are environmentally friendly and moisture resistant. In addition, they are easy to care for, practical and durable.
Less durable is a material that imitates leather and is a leather film glued to textiles. After some time, it begins to lag behind the base, so it is not particularly resistant to constant cleaning. However, due to the fact that the material allows air and moisture to pass through well, the upholstery is environmentally friendly.
The disadvantages of a “too budget” set of furniture for the living room include a rather short service life, even if the material is made of tightly woven strong threads. The most popular today are jacquard, microfiber, and tapestry for furniture.
The choice of material for a living room in a private house or apartment is based on practicality. Often, in order to extend its service life and attractiveness, furniture is packaged in Euro-cases.
However, such elastic textiles, resistant to the claws of pets, are not suitable for all pieces of furniture; for example, for wicker chairs and rattan products you will have to look for something else.
Wall designs for the living room
The ideal wall option for a living room is a furniture system that combines everything necessary for arranging a room while occupying a minimum of space. The design of modern walls avoids models with modules for dishes, unless the living room is combined with the dining room. A wardrobe in the living room will also be inappropriate; it is better to send it to the bedroom. It would be optimal to have shelves for books, a TV stand, several drawers and small bedside tables, and a bar section in the wall of the hall. The dimensions of such a wall will fit perfectly into any room, even the smallest size.
Wall for a small living room
Modular systems for living room walls
Most living room walls have a standard set of modules:
- display case with glass door
- open shelves
- cabinet with blind doors
- hanging drawers and shelves
- TV table
- wardrobe
- sideboard for storing dishes
- bar compartments
Example of wall modules
Each model is designed to store specific items. Open shelves for books, souvenirs, display cases for collections and beautiful dishes, closed systems for clothes and bed linen. The number of modules varies depending on the size of the living room, the need for storage systems and the style orientation of the room.
Wall modules for the hall can be wall-mounted or floor-mounted. A fashionable trend is to hang on the wall not only the upper shelves, but also the TV stand and lower sections. The freed-up lower space makes the room more voluminous and easier to clean.
Curtain modular wall
The main advantages of modular systems are:
- mobility;
- practicality;
- versatility.
Some sections can be placed near the sofa, like tables. Individual structures can be folded out and transformed, which should be taken into account when planning their location.
If necessary, the modular wall can be transformed
The ability to vary sections allows you to use furniture for rooms of different sizes, easily change the interior, and relocate modules from the living room to other rooms.
Features of the package
The good thing about the modular system is that it allows you to create “your own special little world.” Another main advantage is that you can always rearrange it, and the room will become “new” again.
There are a number of features in modular furniture:
- all items are produced in different heights, widths, depths;
- Objects are secured not only with ties, but also with shelves. Because of this, the entire structure looks light and airy;
- The set of living room furniture includes not only wardrobes, but also shelves, racks, and cabinets, so the system is convenient, comfortable, and multifunctional.
You need to look at the catalogs and decide what exactly you need for the living room. It's better to make a small sketch of the room. To do this you need:
- measure the length and height of the room;
- clarify where and what item is supposed to be placed;
- find out the dimensions of cabinets, shelves, racks;
- draw a living room plan to scale;
- Draw the location of objects in the room according to size.
Don't rush into choosing. It is better to immediately ask what items were produced from the same series. Suddenly there will be a desire, financial opportunity to expand the wall with shelves or another cabinet.
Placing a wall in the living room interior
Hall walls became popular in Soviet times as a practical and versatile piece of furniture that could accommodate almost all the things in the house. In modern wall collections, almost nothing remains from previous furniture systems.
Today, the walls for the hall do not clutter up the room and make the home special. The only thing they borrowed is the principle of modularity, which allows sections to be placed with maximum benefit. A large assortment allows you to choose the right option for a living room of any size and non-standard layout.
When choosing a wall for the hall, you should take into account the layout of the room, using the following rules as a basis:
- in a square room you can install a wall along the entire length of the wall;
- narrow rooms require corner wall options consisting of several sections that can be placed in different parts of the living room;
Wall for a narrow living room
- place modular systems in accordance with the size of the room.
Dimensions of furniture set for the living room
Before purchasing a set of furniture for the living room, you need to take measurements of the room and also draw up a plan for arranging items. The ideal option is to divide the living room into a relaxation and eating area (dining room, dining room). With the help of furniture, you can distribute space, as well as form centers and place accents in the interior. For example, if you take a recreation area, then the main item in this case will be a TV stand or a small table with armchairs and a sofa. For the dining room, the central element will be the dining table with chairs arranged around it.
If you plan to decorate a small apartment, then you should not purchase a ready-made set of furniture for the living room; it is better to buy individual items. Since the hall in this case is not large in size, it will not be possible to delimit it into zones, so it is best to use multifunctional furniture, for example, ottomans, a sofa bed, a coffee table with the possibility of transformation, and so on. An excellent option would be corner cabinets and sofas.
In addition, when decorating a small living room, you should pay attention to the fact that items should be as mobile and spacious as possible. An excellent option is a cabinet on wheels with storage space.
If there is very little space in the living room, then instead of a sofa you can purchase several armchairs, one of which can be transformed into a bed or a modular structure consisting of several sections. They can be rearranged at your discretion or used separately as poufs or armchairs.
To make a room appear larger, you can use open shelving, glass items such as countertops or shelves, and furniture without armrests.
For a medium-sized and large-sized living room, you can purchase a ready-made set of furniture, which can include a fairly large number of items.
Standard size furniture has the following parameters:
- sofa – 200 by 74 cm (length and depth, respectively);
- chair – 60 by 60 cm (length and depth);
- the coffee table has a length of 60–140 cm and a depth of 40–80 cm;
- a bookcase or sideboard can be 80 or 120 cm long and 30 cm deep.
Wall set for a miniature living room
Modular walls make it possible to use the space of small rooms with maximum efficiency. Depending on the size of the room, they are installed in different ways, but rectilinear placement is recommended, since corner systems reduce room space.
Other methods of visually enlarging the living room are often used:
- open shelving, hanging boxes;
- using transparent or frosted glass instead of doors;
- “light top – dark bottom” technique;
- parallel placement of suspended and floor systems with clearance between them.
Wall with open shelving for a miniature living room
Placing a wall in a medium and large living room
For large living rooms, where many objects will be placed, the angular arrangement of the structure will be successful. Such walls for the hall are very roomy and comfortable, but they look voluminous even in spacious rooms. To visually lighten the interior, finishes are selected to match the walls or other elements of the room.
Modular wall for a medium-sized living room
Another interesting way to arrange the structure. In the center, modules of equal dimensions are located in the letter G, P or in a linear order. They divert attention to themselves from the systems behind them. The opposite option is to install contrasting modules on the sides, and the rest is matched to the wall decoration. In this case, even massive furniture will not overload the interior of the room.
Wall to match the wall decoration
A spacious room allows you to try arranging individual elements separately from each other, which will help dilute the design of the wall for the living room and give lightness and airiness to the room.
When choosing a wall for the living room, you should clearly determine in which place in the room you plan to install it, what will be placed in it, and in what style and colors the living room is decorated. Unique designs and interesting color combinations can make the wall in the hall the center around which the entire environment is created.
Interesting color combinations will refresh the living room
Standard sizes of sofas: anatomical justification
Standard means statistically average, most acceptable, convenient, in demand. Every person has probably had to sit alone on one chair or sleep in a four-person tent with five neighbors at least once in their life. Isolated cases are quite acceptable, but you should rest every day in the conditions that anatomy, physiology and medicine have determined for the body.
Standard sizes of sofas folded and unfolded
For a sitting position, a person needs 50 cm, for a lying position - 70 cm (non-standard body composition in this case is not taken into account). The standard sizes of sofas are determined based on these indicators. The main parameters of the products are the following:
- Height. Distance from the floor to the highest point of the backrest.
- Length. The gap between the extreme side points (for straight models, for corner models the length of each part is determined separately).
- Width. The distance between the end points of the front and rear edges of the lower soft block (when unfolded, the length turns into the width of the berth).
When choosing a sofa, you need to take into account the anatomy and physiology of the people who will use it
In accordance with the size indicators, the following types of sofas are distinguished:
- Full size. They have a length of 180-200 cm, width when folded - 80-90 cm.
- One and a half. The length is 140-170 cm, the width when folded is 70-90 cm.
- Little ones (babies). Length – 120-150 cm, width – 70-80 cm.
It should be noted that the main role in the classification is played by the length, that is, the number of seats. The width and height of sofas can be the same for models of different types.
The main parameters to consider are height, width and length
Helpful advice! When choosing a sofa, you can increase the medically recommended amount of space per person, this will only increase the level of comfort. A decrease is extremely undesirable, as this will certainly negatively affect the quality of rest.
Double folding sofas for sleeping and relaxing
Double folding sofas are the most popular models. They are installed both in living rooms and in offices. Such sofas can have a variety of sizes and shapes. If the furniture is mainly used for sitting, you can purchase a sofa that folds forward. When folded, the length of the seat is 140-150 cm. This area can comfortably accommodate two people. The model is also perfect as a sleeping option. When unfolded, the length will automatically become wide, allowing two people to lie down comfortably.
The most versatile option is a double fold-out sofa.
If you do not plan to use the sofa as a sleeping place, you can purchase a non-folding model. The soft part of such structures is often conventionally delimited by pillows, both upper ones, complementing the backrest, and lower ones (that is, the seating areas are made in the form of pillows tightly laid on the frame). Such collapsible sofas have a number of advantages:
- they are easier to move if necessary;
- convenient to clean;
- It's more comfortable to sit together.
If you plan to sleep on the sofa, then first of all you need to take into account the size of the furniture when unfolded.
When purchasing a double sofa bed, special attention should be paid to the dimensions when unfolded. For daily use, the folding mechanism is also important. If transformation requires significant effort and time, operation will become burdensome.
Sofa "Eurobook": sizes of full-size models, children's upholstered furniture
A fairly common model of sofas is “Eurobook”. The folding mechanism should be considered one of the most affordable and durable. The operating principle is as follows:
Standard sizes of sofas with Eurobook transformation mechanism
- With little effort, the lower part of the sofa moves forward. Sliding can be provided either by rollers or wide plastic legs.
- The backrest is lowered into the niche that appears, forming a flat sleeping surface.
Helpful advice! If the floor covering is easily damaged by mechanical impact, it is better to abandon the model on casters.
Sofas with the Eurobook mechanism are the most reliable and durable
The length of many models of such sofas is 180 cm. These dimensions allow you to lower the back without difficulty. The height of such sofas usually reaches 80-90 cm, which allows you to organize a sleeping place of 180x190 cm. Some models of Eurobook sofas are 200 cm long; when unfolded, the sleeping place is 180x200 cm.
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Almost all sofas with such a sliding mechanism have a box for linen. The larger the overall dimensions of the furniture, the more spacious and capacious the niche. A certain place to store bedding is always an additional advantage of a sofa designed for sleeping.
There are quite a lot of Eurobook models among oversized upholstered furniture. Sofas 150 cm (length) are often used when arranging children's rooms, and this is a convenient option for growth. Until a certain time, the baby has enough space on an unfurnished sofa. Later, the structure can be transformed into a spacious sleeping bed.
Design features and compact sizes of “Click-clack” sofas
Sofas with a folding “Click-Click” mechanism have gained popularity among young people and all supporters of minimalism in the interior design of living rooms. Such products are an improved version of conventional folding “Books”. The mechanism has become more reliable, and the folding process has become much easier.
With the same dimensions, “Knizhki” sofas look much more massive than designs with the “Click-Click” mechanism. And the reason is primarily in the original design of the latter. They do not have massive armrests; they are replaced by raised side parts, which can be easily lowered if necessary.
The main advantages of sofas with the “Click-clack” mechanism include the following:
- The ability to transform into three positions: for comfortable sitting, for a more comfortable rest, reclining and for sleeping.
- High strength. The frame is made of metal.
- Interesting design. The products are distinguished by their unusual shape and original upholstery fabric.
- When unfolded, they form a perfectly flat surface.
Sofas with a “click-clack” mechanism can be transformed into three positions.
The most common length of sofas is 170 cm. Such models are appropriate in small rooms. Structural minimalism allows you to place sofas with a length of 190-200 cm in rooms with limited space.
Typical sizes of corner sofas with a berth
A corner sofa is an opportunity to provide the maximum number of comfortable seats for relaxation. The aesthetic component should not be diminished either. This design is an interior accent of the room, creating a certain atmosphere.
Based on the shape, two types of corner sofas are distinguished:
- L-shaped;
- U-shaped.
Models of the first option can have both large and small sizes. Large corner upholstered furniture is usually installed in large rooms. The length of this design is traditionally 350x200 cm.
Helpful advice! When choosing a long corner sofa, you should also consider its height. Even in a spacious room, but with low ceilings, tall furniture will look bulky.
Small corner sofas are often purchased for small living rooms and children's rooms. Their dimensions can be very different. Usually the long side is never less than 150 cm. This is explained by the fact that almost all L-shaped sofas are transformed, creating a sleeping place. The folding mechanisms used are very different, but the most popular are “Eurobook” and “Accordion”.
Corner sofas with a berth come in two types: L- and U-shaped
U-shaped corner sofas are the prerogative of large living rooms. Among such models there are many non-folding structures. Such furniture with a table installed in the center creates an excellent relaxation area that can accommodate a large number of people. The length of the central part of such a sofa is usually at least 350 cm.
Folding mechanism “Accordion”: sofa sizes, design features
A large number of folding sofas produced by the furniture industry are equipped with an “Accordion” mechanism. When folded, the design has a double backrest, which provides a sleeping place. When unfolding such a model, you must perform the following steps:
- Raise the lower part until a characteristic click appears.
- Pull towards yourself using little effort. The structural elements will be located horizontally in one plane.
- To fold, perform the steps in reverse order.
The sizes of folding sofas "Accordion" are most often small. The length is 150-160 cm, height – 90 cm. When unfolded, they form a full-fledged sleeping place for two people.
These sofas are distinguished by some design features. As a rule, armrests are made of wood or metal. The furniture looks stylish and uncluttered. Sometimes the armrests are replaced with side pillows, which are comfortable to lean on and lie down on. The upholstery for sofas is colorful (“newspaper”, abstraction, floral motifs), which gives the products a special originality.
Not often, but massive products are also found among the “Accordion” models. This appearance is ensured by wide armrests. Such furniture options have plain or combined upholstery.
For comfortable relaxation in privacy: single sofa
All single sofas can be divided into two categories:
- models for several seats with one bed;
- with one seat and one bed.
Single sofas can be designed for one seat or several.
The first category includes all full-size straight non-folding sofas. Any similar structure with a length of at least 180 cm can be used as a bed for one adult. Sofas without a back should also be included in this category. These are also non-folding structures. They are often supplemented with niches for linen, which can be accessed by lifting the main part. Such models are often used for daytime rest, but if necessary, they fully replace a sleeping place. Some products have a headboard design - a cushion cushion or a decorative corner backrest.
Manufacturers offer many options for sofas for one person. These are models with and without armrests, with various folding mechanisms, with boxes for linen, with removable covers, mobile structures on wheels and stationary products with legs. Such options are chosen not only by teenagers, but also by adults who prefer to relax in solitude.
Any sofa 130 cm (length) should be considered a single-seater. For a more comfortable rest, it is most often supplemented with pillows.
Helpful advice! If you need to purchase a single-seater sofa with a drawer for linen, you should pay attention to models with an “Accordion” folding mechanism.
Color design of the walls in the hall
The color of the wall for the living room should ideally match the shade of the furniture, fit into the style features, set the mood, and please the eyes of the owners and guests.
The color of the living room walls matches the color of the wall
It has long been known that green and gray colors stimulate human mental activity. A gray wall is ideal for a front room of any style; its monotony is easily diluted with bright accessories and decorative trim.
The gray wall is ideal for any interior style
A wall for a hall in black or dark brown looks businesslike and stylish, but these shades must be used carefully so as not to depersonalize the room with an office style that is not suitable for a living room.
Black wall for the living room
Blue color is urgently needed for those who cannot concentrate. Soft shades are well suited for high-tech furniture, they expand the space, and are therefore recommended for small living rooms.
A blue wall is suitable for small living rooms
Delicate pastel colors encourage relaxation and rest. The beige color of the furniture will bring warmth, this is almost a win-win option for the wall in the living room.
White color gives the living room luxury and chic. There are several reasons to choose a wall for a hall with white facades:
- the ability to play up the overall appearance of the room ad infinitum; bright accessories of any color will ideally dilute the white color;
- visually improve lighting, creating the impression of a light-filled room;
- visually expand the miniature living room;
- Can be used in any interior style, from classic to high-tech.
White furniture will visually improve lighting
A wall for the living room with white facades will free you from the need to follow fashion trends in the world of furniture.
A modern, practical, universal wall in the living room will help change the interior of the room, emphasize the overall style of the room, and allow you to store things and household items without compromising the beauty of the room.
Manufacturing of sofas to order according to individual sizes
The need to order a sofa according to individual sizes arises quite often. The reason may be the physiological characteristics of the household, dimensions that do not correspond to the dimensions of the room, or simply the desire to have exclusive furniture. In any case, the price of such models will be much higher.
Traditionally, manufacturers offer custom-made product options on their websites. They differ from standard ones in their original design and quality of materials. In such situations, the customer is offered:
- set the required dimensions of the sofa;
- choose upholstery material;
- decide on the filling of soft elements.
The above factors greatly influence pricing. If there is a desire to change the design, create a new drawing of the sofa with dimensions, the cost will be even higher, since the manufacturing process begins with designing the model. It is this step that will allow you to get away from banality when decorating the interior.
If you need a custom size sofa, it can be made to order
An uncomfortable sofa, especially if used daily, including as a sleeping place, reduces the level of comfort and affects proper rest. For this reason, it is sometimes worth spending extra money to get the results you want.
