Choosing a corner sofa
If you are thinking about buying a corner sofa, this article is for you. All about the features of the type of upholstered furniture and instructions for choosing the right models.
Corner sofa
A large corner sofa is very popular among buyers of upholstered furniture. The model is loved for its multiple advantages over the traditional direct one. In addition to its size and a drawer for storing all kinds of things, such a sofa is very ergonomic - it follows the shape of unoccupied corners in the room, thus saving space even in the most spacious living room. If you are thinking about buying such a sofa, then the information below will be useful to you. Knowing about the nuances of the model and its choice is a must!
Table of contents
Corner sofa designs
Stationary
Modular
Transformer
Upholstery
Fillers
Corner sofa frames
Sizes and shapes of corner sofas for various rooms
Living room
Bedrooms and children's rooms
Kitchen
Choosing the right corner sofa
Dimensions
Shape and Angle Rotation
Cushions or sections
Layout mechanism
Difficulty in maintenance and repair
Conclusion
Corner sofa designs
As with any furniture, corner sofas come in a variety of configurations that will look best in living rooms while saving space efficiently. For the convenience of the owners, they can be traditional, collapsible, or even folded into another piece of furniture. More details:
Stationary
Standard corner sofa
This is a traditional corner sofa with a berth, which has a left or right direction of one of the parts. They can be changed, but the model itself does not change shape. Among the advantages:
clear design;
Possibility of installation in any corner;
sufficient sleeping space for two;
capacity for several guests at once.
There is a drawer for linen in the protruding part of the sofa. The downside is that it is bulky for a small living room, but if you maintain balance and do not overload the room with furniture, ergonomics will be ensured.
Modular
Modular sofa
Unlike the traditional one, this folding corner sofa has more options and amenities. It consists of separate modules that can be arranged according to your own preferences, or used separately from the sofa, as armchairs and poufs. Completely ready-made soft set. Advantages:
This corner sleeper sofa is very large - it can accommodate up to 5 people;
modules can be used for different purposes and rooms;
more space to store something under the sections;
A very stylish model and versatile in any modern style.
The dimensions of a modular corner sofa can be a problem for small apartments. In the living room, besides this, you can no longer place other furniture, otherwise it will become a clutter. And the price of such a model is high.
Transformer
Corner sofa-transformer
It is no coincidence that transformable furniture is popular among buyers. It allows you to save space in rooms, can be converted into other items for life and comfort, and looks stylish and modern. The corner sofa bed is also from this series - comfortable for sleeping and relaxing while sitting. Advantages:
the sleeping bed is comfortable and is an alternative to a full bed;
part of the sofa is a comfortable chaise longue, under which there is a spacious drawer for storing things;
the angle of the sofa can be changed;
Some models have built-in shelves and tables so that the use of the seating area is complete and does not require additional pieces of furniture.
The disadvantage is the price, but everything is relative, since the cost depends on many factors, including the quality of the upholstery, filling and frame material.
Upholstery
Sofa upholstery - chenille
Furniture fabric is very diverse - from noble leather to practical synthetic materials. Each option has advantages, as well as disadvantages. Consider:
Leather, suede, cotton, matting, wool. They are beautiful, environmentally friendly, and look expensive. However, they have nuances for use in domestic and family conditions. For example, creases appear on the skin, suede quickly becomes covered with greasy abrasions without proper care, and cotton and wool change in size when wet and are powerless against puffs from pets' claws. Matting is the best choice. This is a good thick fabric, with a minimum of lint and is easy to clean.
Chenille, corduroy, tapestry, eco-leather and others, although not environmentally friendly, are quite hypoallergenic. They have a lot of colors, prints, embossing, etc. Sofas with synthetic upholstery are cheaper. They do not react to the humidity and dryness of the home microclimate. But at the same time, they are powerless against ultraviolet rays - they fade and require careful attention to cleaning - special care products are needed. Chenille is recognized as the best artificial upholstery for living conditions.
Depending on the size, it is also important to take into account that a folding corner sofa is very large furniture, so it will draw attention to itself. The upholstery color is selected to match the entire style or contrast to make the model c
center of the interior.
Fillers
Latex
Similar to upholstery, sofa fillings are also divided into natural and artificial, and also have a base - metal springs, interconnected or independent. More details:
Natural materials include jute, latex, horsehair, and natural cotton wool. Despite their natural origin, they can cause allergies in addicted people. In addition, not all of them keep their shape and return to their original state after pressure. For example, cotton wool. In addition, it is also hygroscopic, crumples and forms voids in sofa sections. The best properties are latex and rubber.
Polymer fillers are all kinds of granular, sheet and slab materials. The former are lightweight and cheap, but have poor density. The second ones are made of foam rubber, they age and crumble over time. But slab polyurethane foam and foam cope well with pressure, are inert to dampness and dryness, and have a memory effect and orthopedic rigidity.
Spring. Interconnected springs make any sofa elastic, capable of not losing its shape after several years of use. However, if one element breaks, the entire unit will have to be replaced. Independent designs, where each spring is in a separate case, do not have this drawback. This base lasts longer as it experiences a uniform load.
Sleeping furniture never uses just one type of filler - the base (springs) is covered with a layer of natural or polymer filler. Durability and ease of use depend on their quality.
Corner sofa frames
Natural wood for the frame of a corner sofa, oddly enough, is not the best option for it. Natural material is very capricious in relation to the home microclimate - in dry conditions it becomes covered with cracks, in humid conditions it swells. Therefore, manufacturers most often use parts made of fiberboard or MDF for the base of the structure. This is pressed wood waste, which reacts significantly less to the atmosphere, is durable and costs several times less.
Corner sofa frame
The mechanisms use parts made of steel, aluminum and carbon fiber alloys. Light metals are good for sofas that are guaranteed not to be used constantly, otherwise pressure, layout and children's games will quickly wear out the structure. Alloy steel is durable but adds weight. Carbon is stronger and lighter, but sofa models with it increase in price.
Sizes and shapes of corner sofas for various rooms
Corner sofas will fit into any room if you choose the right model in relation to the shape and size of the room itself. For example:
Living room
The central room of the apartment usually gathers the whole family and guests, and often serves as a bedroom if there are no additional meters for comfort. A corner sofa in this case will be very useful. Models with any direction (right/left) are suitable. Their standard sizes are the length of the main part - ranging from 230 to 280 cm, the side - from 150 to 180 cm, the height of the corner sofa - from 70 to 100 cm. The model fits very ergonomically into the living room area, leaving room for other furniture or free space.
Sofa in the living room
If the living room is large, then you can consider modular models of corner and U-shaped sofas. Island designs will look very stylish, creating a corner for relaxing with family or friends. A few accessories and a small table are enough to completely complete the room and make the design complete. These options are also recommended for studio apartments.
Bedrooms and children's rooms
Corner sofa in the nursery
Having private rooms is a blessing. But sleep comfort experts still recommend using traditional beds with wide mattresses, at least for an adult bedroom. But a corner sofa for a child’s room will be very useful - children grow quickly, their rooms are often a mess and furniture that has a neat appearance and drawers for linen is needed.
Sizes are selected according to the age of the child or teenager. The overall interior is also taken into account for color combinations and upholstery with filling - durable and with an orthopedic effect, since it is necessary to monitor the correct position of the back and healthy sleep from childhood.
Kitchen
Corner sofa in the kitchen
A corner sofa for the kitchen is an excellent solution even for a small room. It will replace chairs and make the dining area individual. Some models can even be folded out for a bed if a force majeure situation occurs - a guest is late, relatives suddenly arrive. The models have drawers, which are never enough to store everything in the kitchen.
A kitchen corner sofa paired with a bar counter and chairs will make it stylish and modern. This solution will certainly suit spacious rooms, but the details can also be taken for implementation in small ones.
Kitchen with bar counter
Choosing the right corner sofa
So, the decision to purchase a corner sofa has been made. Or maybe even a model has been chosen? Take your time! Eat
nuances that are important to consider before purchasing. Only the color of the upholstery is not taken into account - this is a matter of taste and the vision of the “home designer”. There are more important details that determine the possibility of purchasing a particular sofa.
Dimensions
First of all, the size of the corner sofa (length, width) should be assessed according to the existing parameters of the room. Otherwise, there is a risk of buying a model that does not fit into a corner or blocks a free passage. A couple of evenings with a catalog and a tape measure and then you can’t go wrong with the perfect installation.
Corner sofa for sleeping
The second question is your own comfort. If you purchase a corner sofa with a sleeping place for constant night rest, then you need to take into account the total width of the sections when unfolded - it must be no less than the standard size of a double bed. An assembled sofa does not give an idea of how comfortable it will be, for example, for a couple.
Shape and Angle Rotation
A monolithic corner sofa is good only if it is not going to be moved - its parts are fastened with threads and bolts or a plate with a hook. This model is installed in a specific corner and disassembled only for moving in case of removal.
Corner sofa in classic style
Sofas with the ability to transform at different angles are more convenient if the owners often change the interior or rearrange it. The same can be said about modular models - they are generally like a construction set.
Sofa with changeable corner
Island U-shaped corner sofas clearly require installation in the center of the living room or in a studio apartment where there is a dining area. If you choose this model, then be prepared for the fact that it is important to leave free space around the upholstered furniture for movement and other bulky items are unacceptable.
Island corner sofa
Cushions or sections
Often, corner sofa models have additional pillows that increase the thickness of the back or bed. They are comfortable, have removable covers for washing and cleaning, but the seams can interfere with comfort during sleep - you will need an additional mattress to smooth out sensitivity.
Corner sofa with pillows
Sofas with solid surfaces are classic. They are simple in appearance, but in the case of high-quality fabric and its correctly selected shade for the overall interior, they look noble and stylish.
Classic corner sofa
Layout mechanism
Corner folding sofa
It is possible and necessary to understand the intricacies of “books”, “dolphins”, “pantographs” and other modifications in order to choose the most rational option. But when buying a corner sofa, it’s easier to remember the following:
The layout should be simple and easy. The sofa can be used by children and the elderly, as well as people with disabilities, so all kinds of difficulties should be excluded, including problems with jamming, jamming, etc.
When unfolded, the sofa should not create an “obstacle course” in the living room, especially if it is small.
It should be remembered that some mechanisms take up the useful floor area of the walls from 0.5 m to 1 m - for example, the “dolphin”. And since the corner sofa itself is large, this nuance can create a problem.
If these nuances are worked out, operation will be long and easy.
Difficulty in maintenance and repair
Sofa care
Complex upholstery made from natural fabrics requires delicate handling and regular care - daily dry cleaning, periodic wet cleaning with special products and chemical cleaning. It is not always possible to achieve initial cleanliness in a house with small children and pets. A stain that is not removed in time turns into an old one, which can only be gotten rid of with the help of professionals. Are you ready for the hassle and expense? If not, then it is better to choose synthetic fabrics.
Conclusion
Corner sofas are very convenient and comfortable, especially if the task is to purchase furniture for sleeping - they are comparable to a traditional bed. But the choice must be careful, since this type of upholstered furniture has many nuances. If everything is thought out, then the model you like will serve the owners for a long time and with high quality.
