Many dream of a sofa in the kitchen. It creates additional coziness and comfort. To some, it may seem superfluous because of its impressive size, because not everyone is the owner of large kitchens. But even in a small room you can put a small sofa. It would be a wish…
How to choose a sofa for the kitchen
When buying furniture, people mainly consider two things: price and appearance. But in order for the purchased item not to disappoint in the end, you need to be careful about the choice. Decide for what purpose the sofa will be in the kitchen: providing additional seats or a bed. Pay attention to the design and color scheme of the sofa. It should harmoniously fit into the interior of the kitchen.
Carefully measure the room and calculate the dimensions of future furniture. It is good to put a small, made in bright colors, narrow sofa in the kitchen of modest size. If the area of \u200b\u200bthe room allows, then you can choose the most comfortable furniture of any shade.
Don't forget that the sofa should be comfortable. Before you buy, sit down, lie downon him. You should not take creaking furniture that has a foreign unpleasant smell, or one that has springs that are well felt. Check the layout mechanism - it should not cause difficulties. Do not forget about fasteners - they must be strong and securely connect furniture elements.
Today, manufacturers offer a wide variety of sofa models. You can find the right furniture for every taste and budget.
Small corner sofa in the kitchen
If a large family gathers at the table or guests often come, then this is a good option for the kitchen. Under the seat there are niches in which you can put any things. You can find a corner sofa in the kitchen, which has shelves attached to the side, which also helps to unload the space. There are models in which the back is attached to the wall. The only significant drawback of the corner sofa is a narrow seat. But if the kitchen is large, then you can choose very comfortable furniture.
Pull-out sofa
This option is relevant for owners of a one-room apartment. In a small kitchen, you can put a single sofa. It comfortably accommodates one person. If the dimensions of the room allow, then you can see other models. Sofas for the kitchen with a bed for two people or one and a half will allow more people to stay overnight. Do not forget, the main thing is that this furniture is not suitable for sleeping on it all the time.
Sofa bench and sofa daybed, mini sofa
This sofa is well suited for small kitchens. It has a soft seat, under which there is a special niche for storing things. It is performed in light colors. This sofa in the kitchen in a classic style, country or Provence will fit perfectly.
Save some space with furniture without a back and armrests. The sofa bed can accommodate 2-3 people. It is not wide, without a niche for storing things, but you can spend the night on it. Since lying on the couch is not very comfortable compared to a full-fledged sofa, the furniture will not be used as a permanent bed, which means it will last longer.
If you want to create more coziness and comfort in a small kitchen, for example, in Khrushchev, then you should pay attention to a mini-sofa. It will fit perfectly near the window, and its niche will serve as an excellent storage for kitchen items.
Materials and upholstery
The best material for the frame is natural wood. Oak and beech are strong and durable, but furniture made from these materials will be more expensive. Pine and birch are inferior in quality, but they will cost less. Wood is treated with special impregnations that increase resistance to moisture. You can purchase a small sofa in the kitchen with an aluminum frame. It will last long enough. Those who want to save money should look at furniture with a chipboard frame. It is significantly cheaper than natural wood, but will last no more than 5 years.
The most practical sofa upholstery is leather. It is easy to remove dust and dirt from it,spilled liquid. The material is strong and durable. You can pay attention to the leatherette. It has all the qualities of leather and will last a long time, but only if the selected material is of high quality.
If the interior of the kitchen is more suitable for a sofa upholstered in fabric, then here you also need to use practical fabrics. Jacquard is a very durable material. It will last a long time with good care. Flock is suitable for the owner of cats. Animals will not sharpen their claws on it. The material is durable and does not absorb moisture. It feels like suede. Chenille is durable, hypoallergenic, but not moisture resistant.
Furniture care
Do not put the sofa near the stove or close to the radiator. This is required by fire safety equipment, as you can accidentally get burned. In addition, grease and dirt will constantly get on the furniture. If the surface has to be washed frequently, the skin will wear out quickly.
Even if a moisture-resistant material is used for the upholstery of the sofa, you do not need to test it for strength and once again fill it with any liquid.
When cleaning furniture, you need to use products specially designed for this purpose. Make sure they don't contain bleach.
Use a vacuum cleaner or steam generator to clean the sofa.
When removing stains, pour a special agent not on the upholstery, but on a soft cloth and wipe the surface with it.
To remove dirt from covers, use the servicesdry cleaning.
Try to put the sofa in the kitchen so that direct sunlight does not fall on it. Furniture with partially faded upholstery looks very unpresentable.
Making a cozier kitchen is easy. It is enough to choose the right colors, competently use the existing room, add pleasant little things and accessories. By placing a small sofa in the kitchen, you can expand its functionality: get storage boxes, an extra bed or seats. Such furniture will give extra comfort.
