What is it like - an accordion mechanism in sofas

Modern housing is often characterized by a small area. In such conditions, sofas are popular, which, if necessary, transform into a comfortable bed. Among the many transformation models, everyone has long loved the compact model with an accordion mechanism. A wonderful chord sounds and the sofa folds out into a spacious sleeping area.

The principle of operation of the accordion mechanism

The sofa accordion got its name for its external resemblance in the process of transformation to the musical instrument of the same name. IN The basis of the furniture frame is the mechanism itself. It consists of a steel profile onto which wooden slats are attached. Thanks to this design, the sofa has a shock-absorbing base for the backrest seat material. The seats and backrests consist of spring blocks covered with foam rubber.

The cover can be anything: from eco-leather to all kinds of fabric coverings. 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. The layout is so convenient to use that even a child can easily handle it.

Pros of folding out an accordion sofa

The accordion really has a lot of positive characteristics:

1. When folded, it has a compact size.But when it unfolds, this baby turns into a spacious bed.
2. The type of design allows the manufacturer to produce a wide range of bed sizes. The accordion width range starts from 700 mm to 1800 mm.
3. A positive feature is the durability of use, it is very reliable.
4. Under the seat, most models have a small container for laundry. By raising the seat, a convenient container is available for light items.

IMPORTANT! The only thing you need to consider when buying such a sofa, like most roll-out mechanisms, is that it can scratch parquet and laminate flooring.

How to lay out an accordion transformation model

It’s very easy to lay out, and you can’t help but feel the pleasure of using such comfortable furniture:

• first you need to slightly raise the seat until it clicks, which means that the safety mechanism has completed its action;
• Next you need to easily pull the seat forward, the mechanism will unfold into a comfortable sleeping bed;
• folding the accordion in the reverse order is also easy; when you roll the berth back to its previous position, you need to press lightly for the safety lock to work and the sofa to regain its previous compact appearance.

What to consider when purchasing

The design of the accordion, as the basis of the frame, allows you to use different fillings for the backrests and seats:

1. The most common and inexpensive option is a spring block, consisting of interconnected springs, covered with foam rubber. Between the cover and the foam rubber there is another layer of furniture synthetic padding.
2. There are models in which the model dictates different fillings for the back and seat - a spring block and foam rubber.
3. The mechanism is quite reliable, it can be recommended for every day.For such sofas, the sleeping place should be filled with good quality filling. Furniture with the characteristics of increased comfort, has an orthopedic sleeping place. The spring block here is a block consisting of individual springs. Each spring is in a separate case; the top of the spring is covered with high-strength materials.

REFERENCE! A sofa, complemented by an orthopedic mattress, is today considered the best choice for healthy sleep, among other sofa models.

Most models with an accordion mechanism are distinguished by straight lines and narrow armrests - an economical option for small apartments. Recently, more and more often there are models that can compete in design with the products of famous companies.

Many manufacturers produce so-called corner sofas. In an apartment, a whole group of friends and relatives can fit on such a sofa. This furniture folds out into a large bed. A large container at the base of the console will be a lifesaver in an apartment where there are not enough cabinets.

Among the large selection of sofa models, 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 that will delight every day and every night.