How to make a sofa out of a bed

We slept on an old bed, but wanted to sit on a new sofa. Why not? Allow yourself to succumb to the creative impulse and implement the idea of ​​​​converting an unnecessary frame bed into a sofa. For this you need very little. Decide on the product to be remodeled, outline the place where the new piece of furniture will be placed, purchase the missing materials, get an assistant and allocate time for the entire process.

Options for converting a bed into a sofa

When planning to make a sofa out of a bed, keep in mind that its size and shape will directly depend on the dimensions of the bed and its external characteristics.

The design of the headboard, the method of fastening the parts, the material used in the manufacture - all this matters and influences the selection of options for converting the bed into a sofa. There are several available ways to modify a bed on your own.

Let's look at the simplest and least expensive, but suitable for novice craftsmen:

1. Straight two-seater sofa with wooden elements. This option is suitable for those who have an antique sleeping bed, with a beautiful wooden and carved headboard. If the bed is broken, tired or does not fit into the updated interior, you should not throw it away. Update and remake it into a Provence style sofa. We use the headboard as the back of the sofa, the opposite part will go to the sides of the updated product.A comfortable seating depth for the sofa is from 70 to 100 cm. Adhering to the given dimensions, saw off everything unnecessary from the sleeping area. Fasten all the elements, strengthen the frame if necessary. The wooden base for the sofa is ready. All that remains is to sew the seat covers and back cushions. Cut out the thick foam rubber prepared in advance and cut the covers according to its size.
2. Straight single sofa made from a crib. A good way to add something that has gone out of use. The children have grown up, but they don’t get around to putting them in the attic. With the help of simple manipulations, the crib will turn into a comfortable place for an older child to read or play. All you need to do is unscrew the front wall of the crib, leaving the back and sides in place. Additionally, place a sheet of chipboard cut to size on the seat, fasten the structure with bars or metal corners. This is necessary for the stability and strength of the product, since the children's bed is not designed for heavy loads. Place the mattress in place. It will become a soft seat. Several pillows of different colors and sizes will add special comfort.

How to make a sofa out of a bed

For this option, a single or double bed with a solid wooden base is best suited.

REFERENCE! The average dimensions of such models are 120 x 180 cm. Such dimensions will provide a good seating depth, and the length of the sofa will be enough to comfortably fit three people.

Tools and materials

For such a transformation you will need a certain carpentry skill. You need to be able to hold a jigsaw and screwdriver in your hands and know how to use them. Prepare in advance a simple hammer, drill, furniture stapler (staples for it) and furniture screws.

In order for the future product to have an attractive appearance, the frame from the old bed is not enough. At a hardware store you need to buy chipboard or plywood (8–10 mm thick), foam rubber and fabric for upholstery, and zippers for pillow covers. This model has a corner arrangement, so the sofa will have a back and one side part, which are moved towards the wall.

Remodeling stages

Conventionally, the whole process can be divided into two parts.

1. Making a wooden frame. We measure the frame from under the bed and cut out a chipboard blank using these dimensions. We lay it on top of the frame, screw it or nail it. Depending on your wishes, we use a jigsaw to cut out templates for the back and side parts from laminated chipboard or plywood. They can have a rectangular shape (height from 50 cm) or rounded. Think about the drawing of the product, dimensions in advance, so that later the work goes faster. Fasten all parts with screws.
2. Covered with foam rubber and externally trimmed with fabric. Cover the seat blank with fabric using a stapler. The fabric is cut with an allowance so that it can be folded and secured on the wrong side without any problems. Pillows or one continuous mat will be placed on top of it. Since the sofa is 3-seater, you can make three pillows. It will look harmonious, and the number of them behind your back depends on the available supply of fabric and foam rubber. Usually, two large and one narrow roller per edge is enough.

IMPORTANT! When making a sofa, pay due attention to the frame. Its design and strength will determine its service life and its ability to withstand loads.

Buying new furniture is always expensive, and it has standard sizes. In the case of making a sofa yourself, you have the opportunity to reduce costs, do everything to your liking, and realize your creative potential.

To begin with, you can practice on simple options for converting a bed into a sofa, and if things go wrong, then try something more complicated. Don't be afraid to bring your ideas to life!