Price points: Compact sofa beds

Compact sofa beds

One of our downstairs rooms, originally the parlour, isn’t working for us quite as it should. Its function now is more akin to a library or snug. Currently, we have it furnished with bookshelves, specimen table, industrial drawers and two antique leather sofas.

We want to make it a more adaptable and comfortable space in which to spend time. We’ve been looking at the range of grey compact sofa beds available to buy. It’s probably the smallest room in the house, so getting a sofa / occasional double bed in there is a hard ask.

The room, wall-to-wall, measures about 429cm x 193cm. That means that if you extend the sofa out to form the bed along the length of the room – as would seem obvious from the dimensions – it would block both of the doors in/out of the room. Therefore, the sofa bed will have to pull out from the opposite direction – i.e. either 90º clockwise or anticlockwise. Consequently, the length of the bed can’t extend further than the aforementioned 193cm.

As you can see from the measurements we’ve included for each of the models, two of the three compact sofa beds that we’ve featured today extend beyond that ‘magic 193’. The Kip version is a mere centimetre out, with the ALGO, it’s a whole 5cm. I’d think that the mattress of the former could easily be wedged in snugly; the latter… perhaps not. Besides, as we have a guest double bedroom, whatever sofa bed we decide on will only be used as a bed on the rare occasion that we have more than two people staying overnight.

  1. Freya folding sofa bed, grey: £250.00, Homebase
    Sofa: (h)80cm x (w)120cm x (d)90cm
    Bed: (h)42cm x (w)120cm x (l)190cm
  2. ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric: £319.99, Daals
    Sofa: (h)88cm x (w)123cm x (d)88cm
    Bed: (h)31cm x (w)123cm x (l)198cm
  3. John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm: £399.20, John Lewis
    Sofa: (h)70cm x (w)120cm x (d)84cm
    Bed: (h)70cm x (w)120cm x (l)194cm

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John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
£399.20
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
£319.99
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
£250.00
John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
£399.20
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
£319.99
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
£250.00
John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
£399.20
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
£319.99
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
£250.00
John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
£399.20
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
£319.99
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
£250.00
John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
John Lewis & Partners Kip small double sofa bed, Riley Storm
£399.20
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
ALGO 2-seater small double folding sofa bed with cushion, grey fabric
£319.99
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
Freya folding sofa bed, grey
£250.00

6 benefits of owning a convertible sofa

6 benefits of owning a convertible sofacredit

Many home-owners believe that items of furniture are made with practicality in mind, with stylistic attention coming in a far second. But this isn’t always true. A convertible sofa is a piece of furniture that looks modern and gives a good balance of functionality and style in a living space. Compared to buying a typical sofa, owning convertible sofas with chaise has many additional benefits.

In this post, we’ll highlight a few of these benefits to help you with your buying process.

They can preserve much needed space

Convertible sofas have a way with space. They are very useful when it comes to accommodating guests in a property with limited space. For instance, if you don’t have a room entirely dedicated to guests in your home, the next best option is to invest in a convertible sofa because this can give your guest/s a comfortable night’s rest.

In addition, the spare space that convertible sofas create can be used to do other creative things, like a play area for your little one or creating a home office.

Superior comfort

Many households use air mattresses as an alternative when it comes to making a space for their guests to sleep. Air mattresses are certainly not the most comfortable thing to lay your head on. Sleeper sofas today are manufactured using memory foam. This makes them just as comfortable as a standard bed.

Discrete design

The discrete nature of a convertible sofa design ensures that it doesn’t dominate your living space. Overnight guests will be pleasantly surprised when you expand the normal-looking sofa into a comfortable sleeping space.

Multi-functionality

One of the best things about a convertible sofa bed is that it can be utilised in various ways. In the event of you needing to accommodate surprise guests, you have a place for them to sit comfortably during the day and, later on, turn the same sofa into a bed in the evening.

Even if your space is limited, the convertible sofa bed can adjust effortlessly into the available space. You can opt for a corner or designer sofa that can transform itself halfway and convert into a bunk bed or recliner.

Easy to use

Most convertible sofa beds are simple to use and manoeuvre. Transforming them from a sofa into a bed is quick and easy. Because of how they’re designed, they can be used in different types of rooms. Moving them from one room to another is hassle-free.

Built-in storage

Built-in storage is another fantastic attribute that comes with convertible sofa beds. Some models have pull-out drawers that are fully integrated, giving you the option to store household items within the body of the bed rather than putting them in a different storage facility. Additionally, you may have extra blankets and pillows that are not in use lying out and about. The built-in storage that comes with convertible sofas can accommodate them easily.

Last words

When searching for a durable convertible sofa bed, rather go for top-rated brands because you are reassured that they will last long. You’re able to select the best brand by reading reviews online or asking a friend who already owns one.

These sources can guide you make an informed decision that also fits your requirements and budget. Owning a sofa bed is a great idea but ensure you choose a trusted brand as opening and closing it often can take its toll on it.

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