Sofa beds are the most practical piece of furniture in the house. During the day, they offer classic sofa comfort, and at night they can be transformed into a comfortable bed in no time. Depending on their design, sofa beds can be used permanently for sleeping or for guests. Different types and mechanisms adapt to your individual needs. At Möbel-Peeck, we explain what to consider when buying the perfect sofa bed. Feel free to visit our furniture store in Mannheim or Worms for personal advice.
What types of sofa beds are there?
There are many sofa beds. The most important distinguishing feature is the size. Even a two-seater sofa can have a sleeping function. Large living landscapes also offer the possibility to sleep on them. If the furniture is to serve permanently as a bed, a so-called bed sofa is the right choice. If you want to buy a sofa bed, you have the following options:
- Cross sleepers have a lying surface at least two meters wide. The person sleeping lies across the seat. When unfolded, it is space-saving because less floor space is required.
- Longitudinal sleepers have a narrower seat surface, and the lying length is created by extending it forward. This usually creates a larger lying surface than with cross sleepers.
- Daybeds are single or double loungers that already function as a space-saving bed. No conversion is necessary here.
What materials are available?
Like normal sofas, sofa beds are available in (faux) leather or fabric versions. In addition, the right upholstery is important. If the seat is also used as a lying surface, it must be optimally upholstered. If the sofa bed, on the other hand, contains its own mattress, it must meet the quality requirements and preferences of the sleepers. Here you can choose from cold foam, spring core, and latex.
What mechanisms provide more sleeping space?
Once the desired size has been determined, you should choose a mechanism:
- Unfolding or pulling out: The mattress is completely inside the sofa and is unfolded or pulled out.
- Folding down the backrest: With these models, the backrest is simply folded down, extending the lying surface.
- Folding mechanism: Through an ingenious folding mechanism, the mattress is unfolded from the sofa. The sofa cushions completely disappear under the slatted frame.
Which model is suitable for you?
For permanent sleepers, a sofa bed with a folding mechanism or an pull-out mattress is the right choice. The mattress offers the best comfort, and the seat cushions are not used for sleeping at all. This has advantages for cleaning and is more hygienic. If the sofa bed is only used occasionally, a sofa bed with a fold-down backrest is completely sufficient. It is space-saving and offers the decisive advantage that there is often still a bed box. In this, you can store, for example, bedding and pillows. Ultimately, the choice of the right piece of furniture is a matter of taste. It often helps to get inspiration at a furniture exhibition.
Diverse model selection for your needs at Möbel-Peeck
Size, type, mechanism – In addition to these factors, optics and price naturally play essential roles. There are no limits to the offerings here. In addition to freestanding sofa beds, we at Möbel-Peeck offer many upholstered suites into which a sleeping function can be integrated. With most models, you have individual design options regarding color, feet, and upholstery. We would be happy to advise you personally in Mannheim or Worms, by phone, or by e-mail. We look forward to seeing you!
