Sofas for children

Choosing a bed for a child has always been a responsible matter. Parents try to approach him with all seriousness.

They closely inspect the beds, meticulously select mattresses for them. But what if you go the other way and put a sofa in the children's room in order to save space? The idea is good in every way. It remains only to figure out what the market offers today and choose the best option for your interior and requests.

Sofa or bed?

Although medicine prefers standardly organized sleeping places and always votes for the use of ordinary beds in the nursery, many parents prefer to see a sofa in the room setting. And this is quite justified.

First, the sofa is compact. When 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, a warm playground and a cozy place to relax, but at night it all turns into a comfortable sleep zone. Let's look further. The sofa is soft. Its design may not have wooden armrests at all, which can be bruised, which means it is safer. And the last. Folding children's sofas always have a storage system.

Such furniture also has disadvantages.

“It can break the folding mechanism, which will never happen with a bed that is always ready for sleep.

- The sofa needs to be brought to the assembled / unfolded state every day, or even several times a day, which is somewhat tiring.

- The sleeping place 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 berth, which in their functionality is in no way inferior to similar bed mattresses.

It is impossible not to notice that the shortcomings are very relative and, by and large, they can be safely canceled, so whether to put it in a classic children's bed or furnish it with a modernized novelty is more a matter of personal visions of the interior of the room than an open struggle between the advantages and disadvantages of products.

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The main criteria for choosing a children's sofa

When choosing a sofa for a child, parents are mainly interested in the following parameters:

1. Product safety.

2. Quality.

3. Functionality.

And it is right. Children's sofas should be, first of all, safe, that is, without sharp corners, hard backs and railings, protruding solid elements.

If we talk about quality, then you should look closely at products with durable wooden frames.The latter must be well processed. This will protect children from splinters and scratches. In sofas for children, all fasteners must be securely hidden and the folding mechanism is not available.

Similar requirements apply to the box for linen, if any, in the design.

Next, look at the fabric. There are a lot of upholstery options today, but since you are choosing furniture for a child, it would be right to focus on natural finishes. Such upholstery is hypoallergenic and will not cause harm to health, but it will cause a lot of trouble in terms of care. If the baby spills juice on it, stains it with felt-tip pens or plasticine, it will be almost impossible to clean the surface. An alternative way out could be a sofa in a children's room with replaceable covers that are subject to automated washing. Removable covers are also sewn from fabrics with an attractive pattern for children, so that the sofa does not fall out of the interior solution.

The functionality of the product depends on its design and the type of folding mechanism. And in this aspect, you will have plenty to choose from.

Perfect for a child:

1. Dolphin.

2. Click-clack.

3. Accordion.

Why? Because they have a minimum of joints in the bed, which makes it comfortable and safe.

A sofa for a child should have a high-quality filler. It can be polyurethane or spring blocks. If you plan to make the sofa the main place for your child to sleep, then give preference to an orthopedic base.

Quality bedroom furniture for children is always equipped with protective bumpers. This will ensure a restful sleep not only for the crumbs, but also for you. He will never fall from such a bed, even tossing and turning in his sleep.

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Children's sofas for a boy

In terms of design, sofas for boys and girls are no different. Everything depends on stylistic decisions. Not a single boy will voluntarily agree to sleep in a "girl's place." The design of the sofa should meet the desires of the child, so it is better to choose a bed for him together.

Male flowers are:

1. Blue.

2. Green.

3. Red.

4. Blue.

5. Orange.

Boyish sofas are often interpreted as cars, planes, pirate ships. They can be printed with images of superheroes, drawings of funny animals, car logos, prints of cartoon characters.

If you find a compromise with your son on the appearance of the sofa, then you will never have problems with timely going to bed. The child will be happy to play on his sofa-transformer himself and will not hesitate to invite friends to the house.

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Models of sofas for girls

“When looking at folding sofas, one must take into account that this item will linger in children’s everyday life for several years, therefore, its color scheme and upholstery pattern should not be tiring, intrusive”

Like boys' sofas, girls' sofas are also distinguished, first of all, by their color, and only then by the specifics of the design. For young beauties, they are covered with a fabric of warm, light shades. Girls respond well to bright solutions, so do not be afraid of rich colors.

From cartoon characters, young ladies prefer princesses and fairies, gnomes and unicorns. They are especially delighted with themed sleeping places, for example, a sofa-carriage, Thumbelina's bed, designs with canopies or in the form of cute animals. Such furniture perfectly diversifies the situation in the nursery.In the configuration of girlish sofas there are always pillows-dums, 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.

General nuances

Looking through the folding sofas, it must be taken into account that this item will linger in children's use for several years, therefore, its color scheme and upholstery pattern should not be tedious, intrusive. The same applies to the design of the sofa. It should remain relevant as the child grows up.

The desire of parents to buy a sofa “with a margin” is understandable and natural, however, it must still be smaller and lower than an adult so that the kids can climb on it on their own.

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Children's sofas: popular designs

Replacing a baby crib with a sofa is most often caused by a small area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe room or the desire of parents to create maximum space for their child to play. When folded, the sofa occupies quite a bit of usable space and organically fits 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?

Withdrawable models

Perhaps the most popular type of sofas 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 place without pits and kinks. Most models are equipped with a linen box, which allows you to keep the room in order. This species has a small height, which is considered an advantage in children's models.

Somewhat spoils the characteristics of a thin mattress. High-quality folding sofas with a roll-out mechanism have rubberized wheels. They do not spoil the flooring, so they can be transformed at least several times a day, even by the children themselves.

Model "Accordion"

It is also an easy to fold out design. Transformation into a bed is done literally with one hand. All you need to do is pull the loop handle on the back. Children can independently cope with the task of their layout / assembly from the age of seven. The model of increased reliability and comfort, so it will last a long time. Sofas of this series are more often completed with replaceable covers.

Click-clack model

Products of this design are also designed for active operation. The mechanism of their unfolding is reliable and simple. The lower part of the sofa is not involved in the transformation process, so the flooring 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, semi-unfolded, unfolded. In the second position, the sofa is very comfortable to sit on. Click-clack is popular among teenagers.

Model "Dolphin"

This type of folding sofas is a sales leader, as 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.

"Dolphin" belongs to the category of pragmatic purchases. If you are planning to buy a sofa "for growth", 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 unfold it is to pull the handle. Dolphin has a comfortable flat bed with a good quality mattress.

Corner models

In a spacious nursery, corner structures can be used. They are fashionable, elegant, comfortable, provide plenty of space to sleep and play. 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.

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 the folding ones, but this only gives them an interior flavor. In any case, their use is much more practical than installing two, even the most compact, freestanding sofas or chair beds.

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Sofa-transformer in the children's room

What does your imagination draw when it comes to transforming sofas? Many simply confuse them with folding structures. Some people imagine something out of the ordinary. Only a few know that an ordinary sofa can turn into a real bunk bed. But this is a great opportunity to equip the nursery in an original way.

Advantages of transforming sofas

"The sofa-transformer is available in full dimensions, which makes it relevant for many years, and you do not have to change it as the children grow"

If you look at the transformer in working order, that is, unfolded, it will have a significant resemblance to a standard bunk bed. The top seat will also be equipped with protective bumpers. A ladder will also lead to the upper tier. There can even be a small shelf used as a bedside cabinet.

Non-standard in this situation will be the lower tier, which is a real sofa with a reclining back. The design is incredibly practical. During the day, the lower part functions as a welcoming place to play and sit, and at the time of sleep it transforms into a spacious bed.

Design interpretations of bunk 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 operation and at the same time are much cheaper than two separate copies of the beds. A transformer is an opportunity to put a full-fledged sofa in the room and at the same time save usable space.

The sofa-transformer is available in full dimensions, which makes it relevant for many years, and you do not have to change it as the children grow.

Types of transformer sofas

If we talk about the popularity of models, then most often they acquire structures with a permanently equipped upper part and a lower tier, which is a sofa book. The model has a capacious box where either bed linen or children's accessories can be stored. A shelf is often arranged above the back. You can arrange your favorite toys on it, fix a night light or hold books that you read before going to bed.

The second type of sofa-transformer allows you to form two, completely separate, not overhanging each other, places to sleep. To do this, it is enough to turn the lower part 180 ° and it will stand on its own legs. The mattress for a berth will serve as a falling back. The disadvantage of such a product must be considered its instability. The design requires fastening to the wall, but this annoying fact is more than offset by the ergonomics of the model.

The third type of transforming sofas includes models that masquerade as cabinet furniture in the daytime. The lower part of such a sofa is a fake front panel that imitates part of the cabinet. When unfolding, the bed leans forward. Smooth lowering is facilitated by the presence of special shock-absorbing mechanisms in the design. The transformation of the sofa occurs with the help of a lever. You only need to extend the legs and, by pressing the lever, put the mechanism into action.

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Note to parents

The height of the sofa should correspond to the age of the child. Babies of three to five years of age need the lowest models.

Estimated service life of a children's sofa - 7 years. After that, the furniture will need to be hauled or replaced.

For a child under eight years old, it is better to purchase sofas that unfold like an accordion or models with a roll-out mechanism.

The thickness of the sofa mattress in the children's room should be at least 8 centimeters.

Give preference to upholstery with Teflon impregnation. On such a fabric there will be no traces of either accidentally spilled liquids or children's creativity.

The guideline for choosing the color of the sofa should be the temperament of the child. Fidgets fit muted shades and blurry patterns. Passive kids are better off choosing 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 make it heavier and even annoying.

If there are two children in the house, even if they are twins, it is not necessary to take sofas for them in the same color scheme and design. The exception is the sofa-transformer.

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Conclusion

Choosing a sofa for a children's room is not an easy task, but it is quite feasible for loving parents. The main thing is to take into account all the main nuances.

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