A convertible sofa in your living room is one way to overcome space limitations.
Here’s what you better know before you buy a sleeper sofa for your home.
Its greatest attribute is its versatility.
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It’s much more comfortable than an air mattress.
They’re also great for sitting on while watching TV, reading a book, or relaxing.
Limited Space:A twin-size sofa bed might be the perfect answer if you have a very small space.
These are less than 5 feet wide and great for sleeping one person.
The mattress for a twin-size sleeper sofa can run up to 39 inches wide.
Opened up, the length can be around 54 inches wide and 85 inches long.
These sleepers are sometimes calledchairs and halfbeds or chair beds.
Don’t expect them to be any cheaper because of the size.
They should not be considered for affordability but for their suitability for smaller rooms.
Large Space:A queen-size sleeper sofa is the most widely available when space is not an issue.
There is a great deal of variety available in this size.
A queen-size sleeper sofa can easily seat three and provide a comfortable bed for two people.
The entire sofa, from arm to arm, can measure approximately 84 inches wide.
Will It Fit in the Door?
If the sofa comes boxed, it might need to be removed from the packaging to get inside.
Check the heights of boxes or packaging to see if it’s noted.
Also, walk the path length in your home that the sofa will travel before it reaches its spot.
Hallways and door frames might also be too narrow, so double-check.
Carefully consider whether it will be primarily used as a bed or for seating.
A sofa mattress’s standard height (or thickness) is 4.5 inches.
This pop in of sleeper sofa has a real mattress.
A pull-out couch can come in small and large models.
They tend to take up more room than other types when open.
Sofa Beds
This key in of sleeper sofa folds down into a bed.
Unlike the pull-out couch, a sofa bed has no cushions to move out of the way.
Futon
Futonsfold out flat and transform into a place to sleep.
Daybed
Mostdaybedslook like twin beds, usually with pillows along the back (one long side).
Some have railings around three sides, with the two short-side railings often serving as armrests.
These are usually favored in children’s rooms, dual-purpose offices, and guest rooms or dens.
These usually are equipped with queen-size or even king-size mattresses.
On average, a sleeper sofa will cost around $600 to $5,000 and maybe more.
Various features, such as a power option, will increase the price even more.
Take the time to determine how your sleeper sofa will be used once you bring it home.
Will it be in the main living room and used daily for sitting?
Or will it be in an office or spare room and used when guests come to stay occasionally?
Also, check how comfortable the mattress is for sleeping on.
What Size Room Will the Sleeper Sofa Be In?
The size of the room will be a factor when selecting a sleeper sofa.
Can the sofa bed be pulled out without disturbing any other furniture in the room?
What Does the Rest of the Room Look Like?
That’s why they are there.
Take your time, and sit on as many sleeper sofas as you want.
Check out reviews and any information you might find about the couch.
Where to Buy a Sleeper Sofa
you might purchase a sleeper sofa frommost furniture storesand online sellers.
Read the fine print about delivery options, the retailer’s reputation, and the return policy.
A sofa bed transforms into a sleeping surface by flattening the back or removing pillows and cushions.
Always check the manufacturer’s label for cleaning instructions.
First, double-check nothing is blocking the mechanisms.
If not, look at the mechanisms to ensure everything is intact.
If this is the issue, a replacement part might be required.
Consider having a professional look at it, especially if it is still under warranty.
Upholstered Furniture Action Council (UFAC).
