Modern housing often has a small area. In such conditions, sofas are popular, which, if necessary, can be transformed into a comfortable bed. Among the many transformation models, everyone has long been fond of a compact instance with an accordion mechanism. A wonderful chord sounds and the sofa is laid out in a spacious berth.
Accordion mechanism working principle
The content of the article
- Accordion mechanism working principle
- Pros of folding an accordion sofa
- How to lay out an accordion transformation model
- What to consider when buying
The accordion sofa got its name for its external resemblance in the process of transformation with the musical instrument of the same name. AT furniture frame the basis is the mechanism itself. It consists of a steel profile on which wooden slats are mounted. Thanks to this design, the sofa has a shock-absorbing base for the back seat material. The seats and backs are made of spring blocks lined with foam.
The cover can be anything: from eco-leather to all kinds of fabric coatings. In order to activate the mechanism for unfolding the berth, you need to slightly pull the seat up and forward, and then the berth can easily roll forward. Using the layout is so convenient that even a child can easily cope with it.
Pros of folding an accordion sofa
The accordion has a lot of positive characteristics:
- When folded, it has a compact size. But when it unfolds, this baby turns into a spacious bed.
- The type of construction allows the manufacturer to produce a wide range of bed sizes. The width range of the accordion starts from 700 mm to 1800 mm.
- A positive feature is the durability of use, it is very reliable.
- Under the seat, most models have a small laundry container. Raising the seat, a convenient container is available for non-heavy objects.
IMPORTANT! The only thing that needs to be foreseen when buying a sofa such as most roll-out mechanisms is that it can scratch parquet and laminate.
How to lay out an accordion transformation model
It is very easy to lay out, the feeling of pleasure from using such comfortable furniture does not leave:
- first you need to slightly raise the seat until it clicks, which means that the safety mechanism has completed its action;
- then you need to easily pull the seat forward, the mechanism will decompose into a comfortable sleeping bed;
- folding the accordion in the reverse order is also easy, rolling the berth back the position must be pressed slightly so that the safety lock works and the sofa regains its previous compact view.
What to consider when buying
The design of the accordion, as the basis of the frame, allows you to use different filling of the backs and seats:
- The most common and most inexpensive option is a spring block, consisting of interconnected springs, glued with foam. Between the cover and the foam there is another layer of furniture padding polyester.
- There are models in which the model dictates different filling of the back and seats - the spring block and foam.
- The mechanism is quite reliable, it can be recommended for every day. For such sofas, the berth should be with a good quality filler. Furniture with the characteristic of increased comfort, has an orthopedic berth. The spring unit here is a unit consisting of individual springs. Each spring in a separate case, on top of the spring are covered with materials of increased strength.
REFERENCE! The sofa, complemented by an orthopedic mattress, is today considered the best choice for a healthy sleep, among other models of sofas.
Most models with an accordion mechanism are distinguished by straight lines and narrow armrests - an economical option for small apartments. Recently, more and more models are appearing that in design can compete with the products of famous companies.
Many manufacturers produce the so-called corner sofas. In an apartment on such a sofa a whole company of friends and relatives can fit. This furniture is laid out in a large bed. A large container at the base of the set-top box will be a lifesaver in an apartment where there are not enough cabinets.
Among a large selection of models of sofas, complemented by various transformation mechanisms, a sofa with an accordion mechanism has established itself as a proven and comfortable model. The market offers interesting design solutions and a large selection of furniture materials. Everyone can easily choose their own model, which will delight every day and every night.