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Sooner or later, all parents are faced with the question of how to properly furnish a children's room. Of course, every element is important - work and play areas, a closet and chest of drawers for placing things, lighting... But special attention is still paid to the sleeping area, because, as you know, complete and high-quality rest is the key to vigor, health, and good mood. Children's sofas are in particular demand; they are many times more compact than beds, fit into any size room, and successfully zone the space. When choosing such furniture, it is important to pay attention not only to the design, but also to the materials from which it is made, the transformation mechanism, and many other points. The material collected in the article will tell you what a sofa for a child should be like.
Sofa or bed?
Although medicine gives preference to standardly organized sleeping places and always votes for the use of ordinary beds in children’s rooms, many parents still prefer to see a sofa in the room’s furnishings. And this is completely justified.
Firstly, the sofa is compact. Once assembled, it takes up noticeably less space than a bed. In second place is the versatility of the product. During the day, the surface of the sofa is a symbiosis of a comfortable, and most importantly, warm playground and a cozy place to relax, but at night all this is transformed into a comfortable sleep area. Let's look further. The sofa is soft. Its design may have no wooden armrests at all, which can cause bruises, which means it is safer. And one last thing. Folding children's sofas always have a storage system.
A sofa in a children's room will free up space
Such furniture also has disadvantages.
– Her folding mechanism may fail, which will never happen with a bed that is always ready for sleep.
– The sofa needs to be put into an assembled/unfolded state every day, or even several times a day, which is somewhat tedious.
– The sleeping area of the sofa is not perfectly flat and solid, therefore it is less comfortable than the mattress of the bed.
The last statement is very controversial, since today there are many models of children's sofas with an orthopedic sleeping place, which in its functionality is in no way inferior to similar bed mattresses.
Choose a sofa with an orthopedic mattress for a comfortable sleep for your child
It is impossible not to notice that the shortcomings are very relative and, by and large, they can be safely annulled, so whether to put a classic bed in a child’s bed or furnish it with a modernized new product is more a matter of personal visions of the interior of the room than an open struggle between the advantages and disadvantages of products.
Children's sofa bed in the interior of the room: features and advantages
The design of a children's sofa should be simple and reliable so that the child can assemble and disassemble it himself over time. It is better to choose the design of the sofa in accordance with the overall design concept of the house.
When choosing furniture, you should be guided by the fact that the children's room is the child’s only personal space, so you need to provide for everything, even the little things. A sofa bed in a children's room can be the most unusual, daring, but very comfortable.
It is always difficult to accommodate friends in a room with a bed. Children need a place to play, socialize and be pampered. Therefore, experts have developed many options for sofa beds for children's rooms.
The design of a children's room with a sofa and a bed is often used in spacious rooms, but not everyone can afford it. Typical apartments do not have spacious rooms.
One important advantage of a sofa bed is that it can be installed in any room, even a very small one. Most models are currently equipped with an orthopedic mattress, which ensures healthy sleep for the child.
Modern upholstery materials allow you to choose a sofa to suit any interior. The categories of fabrics are varied and suit the buyer with any income and requirements.
Particular attention is paid to the transformation mechanism. In a spacious room this doesn't really matter and is simply a matter of preference. But in a small room, the layout mechanism is very important for the rational use of space.
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Sofa models for girls
“When looking at folding sofas, one must take into account that this item will remain in children’s everyday life for several years, therefore, its color scheme and upholstery pattern should not be tedious or intrusive.”
Like boys' sofas, girls' sofas also stand out, first of all, for their color, and only then for the specific design. For young beauties, they are covered with fabric of warm, light shades. Girls respond well to bright solutions, so don’t be afraid of rich colors.
Bright sofa for a girl's children's room
Among cartoon characters, young ladies prefer princesses and fairies, gnomes and unicorns. They are especially delighted with thematically designed sleeping places, for example, a sofa-carriage, a Thumbelina bed, designs with canopies or in the form of cute animals. Such furniture will perfectly diversify the decor in the nursery. Girls' sofas always include cushions decorated with ruffles and tassels. Sofa cushions can be sewn in the shape of a mushroom, cloud, sunflower, chamomile and other non-standard, but very attractive options.
Themed sofa for the children's room
General nuances
When looking at folding sofas, you need to take into account that this item will remain in children's everyday life for several years, therefore, its color scheme and upholstery pattern should not be tedious or intrusive. The same applies to the design of the sofa. It should remain relevant as the child grows up.
The sofa should remain relevant as the child grows
The desire of parents to buy a sofa “with a reserve” is understandable and natural, but it still must be smaller and lower than an adult so that the kids can climb on it independently.
Children's sofas: popular designs
Replacing a crib with a sofa is most often caused by a small area of the room or the desire of parents to create maximum space for their child to play. When folded, the sofa takes up very little usable space and fits organically into the interior of any stylistic orientation. The popularity of a particular product is directly related to the type of its folding mechanism. What is in high demand today?
Drawout models
Perhaps the most popular type of sofa for children. They are small in size, so they can be used even in the most modest-sized room. When unfolded, they provide a spacious sleeping area without holes or kinks. Most models are equipped with a linen drawer, which allows you to keep the room tidy. This type is characterized by its small height, which is considered an advantage in children's models.
Sofa with roll-out mechanism
The thin mattress somewhat spoils the characteristics. High-quality folding sofas with a roll-out mechanism have rubberized wheels. They do not spoil the floor covering, so they can be transformed at least several times a day, even by the children themselves.
Children's sofa with roll-out mechanism
Model "Accordion"
It is also an easily foldable design. Transformation into a sleeping place is done literally with one hand. Simply pull the loop handle on the back. Children can independently cope with the task of laying out/assembling them from the age of seven. The model has increased reliability and comfort, so it will last a long time. Sofas in this series are most often equipped with replaceable covers.
Sofa in the children's room “accordion” with a removable cover
Model "Click-clack"
Products of this design are also designed for active use. Their folding mechanism is reliable and simple. The lower part of the sofa does not participate in the transformation process, so the floor covering does not suffer. “Click-clack” is preferred for maximum convenience. The design features of the mechanism allow it to be set in three positions: assembled, half-folded, unfolded. In the second position, the sofa is very comfortable for sitting. “Click-clack” is popular among teenagers.
A sofa with a click-clack system is perfect for a teenager’s room
Model "Dolphin"
This type of folding sofa is a bestseller because it is universal. Due to its design features, it can become a wonderful place to sleep not only for teenagers, but also for very young children.
Sofa in a children's room with a “dolphin” transformation mechanism
"Dolphin" belongs to the category of pragmatic purchases. If you are planning to buy a sofa to grow into, this option is exactly what you need, because here you can adjust the length of the sleeping part. The design is simple in terms of transformation. All you need to do to open it is pull the handle. The Dolphin has a comfortable, flat bed with a good quality mattress.
The sofa with the “dolphin” system features a comfortable, flat sleeping area
Corner models
In a spacious nursery, corner structures can be used. They are fashionable, elegant, comfortable, and provide plenty of space for sleeping and playing. Most of these sofas have a linen drawer, so you don’t have to look for a place to store bedding. It is not difficult to bring the corner structure into a folded state, so the child will be able to clean his own bed and keep the nursery in order.
Corner sofa for a children's room
The organization of sleeping places for two children causes much more problems, but children's sofas will help out here too. Naturally, they have a slightly different shape from folding ones, but this only gives them some interior color. In any case, their use is much more practical than installing two, even the most compact, free-standing sofas or chair-beds.
Corner sofa suitable for accommodating two children
Children's sofas
Let’s say right away that making the right choice is not so easy, because this piece of furniture is subject to inflated demands. You need to choose a sofa that would fit organically into the overall design of the room and would be to the child’s liking.
It is also important to remember about convenience and comfort, as well as practicality and reliability, because this is a thing that is purchased for more than one year. So, let's determine the main points that you need to pay attention to when choosing a children's sofa.
Frame and additional elements of a children's sofa
Pay attention to the material from which the frame and all the main elements of the sofa are made. This is necessary in order to determine the quality and reliability of upholstered furniture, as well as its safety for your child’s health. A good frame is made from solid wood, for example, beech, pine, oak, birch, etc.
But, basically, furniture companies make frames from metal, plywood and furniture boards - chipboard (the most inexpensive and less durable), MDF (a more durable and high-quality material than chipboard). Since the furniture is for children, all materials should not undergo chemical treatment and should be environmentally friendly. This may be evidenced by documents that must be kept by the seller.
Upholstery of a children's sofa
An important element of the sofa is the fabric with which it is covered. Today, both natural materials - silk, linen, tapestry, wool, cotton, and artificial (synthetic) - flock, microfiber are widely used. It is clear that the fabric on a children's sofa should be strong, wear-resistant, and not require painstaking care.
On the modern market you can now find Teflon-coated fabric, which is ideal for a children's sofa. The Teflon coating on the fabric provides it with protection against stains and easy removal in case of contamination. This fabric looks beautiful, and thanks to its velvety surface it is pleasant to the skin.
As an alternative to Teflon-coated fabric, which, it is worth noting, is somewhat expensive, you can sew an original replacement cover for the sofa. The cover can be made in different colors and in different designs, and then, when changing one cover for another, the whole room will take on a completely new look. Also, the covers are easy to wash and maintain.
Modification of a children's sofa
When choosing the type of sofa, pay attention to models that have a more compact appearance, especially if the children's room is small. This way you will save a lot of space, and the child will have the opportunity not only to relax, but also to play. However, compactness does not mean that you should choose a sofa with a small sleeping area.
For proper sleep, it is important that the child feels as comfortable as possible. The sofa should have a good mattress with an orthopedic base. This is simply necessary for the still weak children's spine.
Children's sofa mechanism
When choosing a sofa mechanism, it is better to choose those models where it is light and safe. There are several models - a book, a folding bed and a pull-out sofa. For a children's sofa, the latter option is most often used, since it does not require much additional space and is the most comfortable. It’s good if the sofa has drawers for storing the child’s things and toys.
Design and colors of a children's sofa
A children's room is a riot of colors and colors, so when choosing a model, you can give your preference to different colors. It is only important to take into account that the chosen color scheme should not stand out from the overall design of the room and not irritate the eyes. Please note that the design should please the child.
By paying attention to all these nuances, you can choose a high-quality, reliable and safe sofa for your child’s health.
Transformable sofa for a children's room
What does your imagination conjure up when it comes to transformable sofas? Many people simply confuse them with folding structures. Some people imagine something non-standard. Few people know that an ordinary sofa can turn into a real bunk bed. But this is a great opportunity to arrange a nursery in an original way.
Advantages of transformable sofas
“The transforming sofa is available in full-size sizes, which makes it relevant for many years, and you won’t have to change it as your children grow.”
If you look at the transformer in working condition, that is, unfolded, it will have a significant resemblance to a standard bunk bed. The upper place will also be equipped with protective sides. There will also be a ladder leading to the upper tier. There can even be a small shelf used as a bedside table.
Transformable sofa for a children's room
The lower tier, which is a real sofa with a reclining back, will be non-standard in this situation. The design is incredibly practical. During the day, the lower part functions as a welcoming place for games and sitting, and during sleep it transforms into a spacious bed.
Design interpretations of two-tier sofas are quite wide, which makes it possible to add them to any environment. They are distinguished by good build quality and upholstery, are durable in use and at the same time cost significantly less than two separate beds. A transformer is an opportunity to put a full-fledged sofa in a room and at the same time save useful space.
A transforming sofa will free up useful space in the room
The transforming sofa is available in full-size dimensions, which makes it relevant for many years, and you will not have to change it as your children grow.
Types of transformable sofas
If we talk about the popularity of models, then most often they buy designs with a permanently equipped upper part and a lower tier, which is a sofa book. The model has a spacious drawer where either bedding or children's accessories can be stored. There is often a shelf above the back. You can place your favorite toys on it, attach a night light, or hold books to read before bed.
Bunk sofa bed with fixed top
The second type of transformable sofa allows you to create two completely separate sleeping places that do not hang over each other. To do this, just turn the lower part 180° and it will stand on its own legs. The mattress for the berth will be a lowered backrest. The disadvantage of such a product is its instability. The design requires wall mounting, but this annoying fact is more than compensated for by the ergonomics of the model.
Children's transforming sofa with two sleeping places
The third type of transformable sofas includes models that disguise themselves as cabinet furniture during the day. The lower part of such a sofa is a fake front panel that imitates part of a cabinet. When unfolding, the berth leans forward. Smooth lowering is facilitated by the presence of special shock-absorbing mechanisms in the design. The sofa is transformed using a lever. All you need to do is pull out the legs and press the lever to activate the mechanism.
Sofa bed built into cabinet furniture
Spectacular examples in the interior
You can not only play with the heroes of your favorite fairy tale, but also sleep in an embrace. This toy sofa can replace your baby's first crib. Such a model will immediately attract attention, so it is advisable that its color be combined with the overall color scheme of the nursery.
Most likely, a child over 3 years old will enjoy sleeping next to cartoon characters. Then the sofa will become the central object in the nursery.
A sofa with a laconic shape and fairly calm colors is also suitable for a children's room. The butterfly pillows make him look like an adult, but not at all boring.
Option for a small nursery. During the day, a bright, comfortable sofa will decorate a teenager's room. And at night it turns into a bunk bed.
Folding furniture is convenient not only as the main place to sleep. This compact chair-bed is a spare option for guests.
To learn how to choose a children's sofa, watch the following video.
Note to parents
The height of the sofa should correspond to the age of the child. Children of three to five years of age need the lowest models.
The estimated service life of a children's sofa is 7 years. After this, the furniture will need to be reupholstered or replaced.
For a child under eight years old, it is better to purchase sofas that fold out like an “accordion” or models with a roll-out mechanism.
For children under 8 years old, an accordion sofa is suitable
The thickness of a sofa mattress in a children's room should be at least 8 centimeters.
Give preference to Teflon-impregnated upholstery. There will be no traces on such fabric either from accidentally spilled liquids or from children's creativity.
Teflon-impregnated upholstery will protect the sofa from stains
The guideline for choosing the color of the sofa should be the child’s temperament. Muted shades and blurry patterns are suitable for fidgets. For passive kids, it is better to choose something bright.
The color of the upholstery will also affect the perception of the nursery space. Pastel will add airiness to the atmosphere, but dark colors can weigh it down and even make it irritating.
A sofa in pastel colors will add airiness to the space
If there are two children in the house, even if they are twins, it is not necessary to buy sofas for them in the same color scheme and design. The exception is the transformable sofa.
