There is a place for a sofa in any room: in a one-room and multi-room apartment, in a large country house, in a small country house, office, and so on. It can both receive guests and accommodate for the night. We invite you to find out what are the corner sofas for the living room. The price for some models and possible design solutions will also be discussed in this article.
Advantages of corner sofas
Compared to conventional sofas, corner sofas have a wide range of advantages:
- they can fit more people on them;
- suitable not only for large living spaces, but also harmoniously fit into a small space;
- have a comfortable bed;
- there is a wide variety in shape, color palette, upholstery, price range, features and equipment;
- have an interesting shape that makes it easy to fit into a modern interior;
- excludethe need for additional seats, so no chairs are needed;
- with their help, you can easily zone the room (for example, separate the kitchen and living room).
Besides this, a modular sofa for the living room is much more comfortable than a simple couch.
What should I pay attention to when choosing?
Here is a list of the main points that you need to pay attention to when choosing a particular corner sofa model:
- The purpose of the sofa. It is only needed as a place for family and friends gatherings or it will be used as a bed.
- If you need a bed, what size should it be.
- How often the sofa will be used. Further choice of upholstery and folding mechanism depends on this item.
- Maximum available size of the place where the sofa will be placed.
- Do you need additional items besides the seats. For example, armrests, boxes, bar compartments and so on.
And to further reduce your choice, you need to clearly define the size of the budget for the purchase of a corner sofa.
Varieties
Modular sofa in the living room can be of two types:
- sectional;
- transformable.
The sectional sofa in the living room consists of parts that are attached to each other according to the developed design. This includes backs, seats, head restraints and other possible elements. The dimensions of the sofa are strictly calculated. During operation, the sections can no longer be swapped. The only option to somehow change the decor is to change the upholstery.
The living room convertible modular sofa consists of several seating units that are not tightly connected to each other. Therefore, sections can be swapped at any time, thereby updating the interior of the room without material costs.
Corner sofas also differ in their shape, which can be:
- classic straight line with sharp corners;
- semicircular;
- U-shaped;
- round.
Naturally, the most compact is the classic one. But if the size of the room allows, then round and U-shaped couches look very impressive.
Options
Today, stores and manufacturers offer a wide range of additions to the basic configuration of the sofa.
A corner sofa in the living room can have armrests, built-in shelves, storage compartments and tables located in the backs and seats, a bar, ottomans and so on.
As an addition, you can purchase a set of various ottomans, armchairs, couches, sun loungers and chaise longues. These elements of upholstered furniture in some models are parts that make up the integral structure of the corner sofa.
Unfolding mechanism and sofa frame
If you're considering sleeper living room sofas, there are two things you need to pay attention to - the frame and the folding mechanism.
Frames can be made from the followingmaterials:
- Wood. Frames made of beech, oak, walnut and ash are more reliable. From softwood, the base of the sofa is less durable.
- chipboard. In terms of strength, it is not much inferior to solid wood frames, but here it is worth studying quality certificates. Substances hazardous to he alth may occasionally be used in the furniture industry.
- Metal. The most reliable type of frame that can withstand heavy loads.
The folding mechanisms of corner sofas are the same as regular couches:
- Eurobook: the bed just stretches out and the back goes down.
- Book: the seat is raised and then lowered with the backrest.
- Draw-Out: The lower part rolls out.
- Dolphin: the sleeping part comes with a loop.
- American and French bed: the main part of the bed is hidden in the box.
The most reliable mechanisms are roll-out and dolphin.
Upholstery and padding options
Corner sofa in the living room can be upholstered with material such as:
- Fabric. The most common type. A big plus is a wide selection of textures and color palettes. This material is easy to care for and some damage can be easily repaired.
- Faux eco-leather. The color variety is less than among fabrics, but more than that of genuine leather. The material is easy to clean, moisture resistant, does not fade in the sun and does not warp.
- Genuine leather. Material that requires specialattention during care. Limited color choice. It is not recommended if there are cats or dogs in the house, as the claws of animals will easily damage the upholstery.
As for the fillers that make up sofa cushions, then there is the following variety:
- budget segment: foam rubber, synthetic winterizer, holofiber, polyurethane foam;
- expensive filler: latex, latex-like polyurethane foam.
If the main purpose of the sofa is a seating area, then give preference to soft seats. If you often sleep on the couch, then you need a dense filler. There are options for corner sofas, in which the bed is equipped with an orthopedic mattress.
There is also a difference in the form of a spring block. It can be solid or consist of individual cells.
Suitable corner sofa style
You can't choose a couch based only on its parameters. The style and its appearance for the most part depends on the interior of the room. For example, in large rooms, you can allow a corner sofa of some intricate shape to be placed. These include U-shaped and round shapes. Sofa-transformer fits perfectly into a small room.
A modular sofa in the interior of the living room will look especially good if you can correctly combine the color of the walls and decor with the upholstery of the couch. Example of color combinations:
- red with light green, gold;
- yellow with gray, blue, green and purple;
- orange with blue,gray and green;
- green with orange, purple, pink, yellow;
- purple with golden yellow, green, gray;
- blue with blue, yellow, orange.
Choose a place for the couch, taking into account the fact that the modular sofa in the interior of the living room should not only look good, but also be comfortable to sit on. Make sure that there are no drafts, hot sunlight, direct airflow from the air conditioner, and so on. Especially all these nuances should be considered if the sofa has a bed.
Sofas for the living room - issue price
The final price of a modular corner sofa is influenced by several factors:
- type of upholstery;
- availability of bed;
- disassembly mechanism;
- availability of additional equipment;
- brand;
- year of issue.
The cost may differ significantly and amount to several thousand rubles, or several hundred thousand. As for which sofa will be worse and less durable - cheap or expensive - it’s impossible to say for sure. For example, a couch made of genuine leather and without a bed will cost more than a sofa upholstered in fabric and allowing you to organize an overnight stay. But if there is a dog in the house, then the likelihood of an early restoration of the corner sofa is reduced if it is covered with textiles.
And so you can go through each item. Therefore, it is almost impossible to choose a modular corner sofa in the living room that is ideal in every sense. And the main recommendation isnext - the couch should please the eye and be comfortable on it.
