When buying new furniture, most people pay attention exclusively to it. appearance, imagining how it will fit into the interior. Some take into account the comfort of the seats and the serviceability of the transformation mechanism of the sofa, forgetting about the size of upholstered furniture. However, it is the dimensions that you should pay attention to first of all, because the product must be placed in the place intended for it in specific premises providing sufficient comfort to the seated.
To correctly calculate the dimensions of a particular upholstered furniture, some indicators are taken into account. For example, you need to maintain a certain distance between those sitting so that they feel comfortable. However, the abundance of models and different standards are often confused, so it’s worth understanding them in more detail.
Standardization and dimensions of the sofa
Most countries use standard sizes when creating upholstered furniture. Some believe that this is superfluous, because standardization holds back fantasy. And if the buyer does not fit, you can simply not buy the product. But there's a reason why dimensions sofas should be the same and it has little to do with the decisions of states or factories. It's all about medicine. It is she who limits the production of products that can adversely affect health.
For a comfortable stay, you need to choose the right sofa in size so that it has enough free space. Through anthropometric studies, scientists have determined the average values, because all people have different weight, as well as other parameters, so it is quite difficult to adapt to everyone. The size standard for sofas provides that people can take different postures while relaxing. But at the same time, he does not impose the dimensions of upholstered furniture, but only sets the framework.
For example, a standard sofa should be calculated at 50 centimeters per person, and this is only for sitting. And the full size of the sofa bed should be at least 70 cm.
Height standards are determined by the manufacturers themselves, so the sofa can rise above the ground at least a meter. For the backrest, armrests, as well as other elements, there are no separate criteria.
What sizes are sofas depending on the type?
Majority chooses upholstered furniture, which can be turned into an extra bed, because you can not only sit on it, but also accommodate guests or sleep on your own. There are several types of sofa products and each has its own characteristics that should be considered.
Corner sofa: standard sizes
Typically, corner structures are quite large and occupy a whole corner in the room, using a minimum of usable space. This is great choice for small room, and the folding option provides a comfortable sleep. Among its features are:
- The design consists of three parts - a pair of straight elements and an angle. The long part is usually 130–150 cm.
- The presence of designs without armrests, taking up less space.
- Different parameters of a bed, the width of which can be 140–200 cm.
- The standard does not indicate what the width of the sofa should be, but most often it is 70 or 90 cm.
- An important element is the linen box, in which you can hide bed linen or other accessories.
Features of a straight sofa
This variety is considered the most common and it is he who becomes the choice of most residential premises. Often it is installed along the wall, but sometimes it is also used to divide a room into different zones. The depth and size of the sofa can be different, it all depends on the mechanisms that help them unfold. The seating comfort depends on the depth.
When purchasing a direct model, it is necessary to take into account its dimensions when it is unfolded. However, the folded state is no less important, because often such products are complemented by wide armrests.
It is worth highlighting separately, the sizes of such upholstered furniture can be very diverse, because it consists of different elements. If desired, they can always be separated by changing the order. The color, size, as well as the number of details depends on the buyer, so everyone can independently choose the size of the depth, width and length of the sofa, giving it the shape of an angle, semicircle or even a zigzag. The size of one module is usually 60–100 cm.
How are seats affected?
When choosing, always take into account the approximate number of people who can use the sofa:
- A small sofa of 120 cm is enough for one person to sit or sleep.
- The dimensions of the double sofa are a little larger, especially if it is a married couple. For a comfortable rest or constant sleep, you need to pick up a product with a length of at least 170 cm, but it is better if the length of the sofa is 190–200 cm, then it will be comfortable to sleep on it when unfolded. It is acceptable to have a slightly smaller double sofa, the dimensions of the furniture will increase when unfolded and even with a length of 180 cm it will be comfortable to sleep.
- Most popular choice is a triple and even couples choose it, just for more comfort. This is optimal choice for those who like to gather in companies. The dimensions of a three-seater sofa are usually limited to 2 meters in length and 80 cm in width, although they can be more.
- There are four-, five- or even seven-seater options. Their height and width differ little from standard models, and the width of the seat varies between 70–80 cm. They resemble a three-seater sofa, the dimensions of which have not changed, except for the length.
Height and other dimensions
The height of sofas is usually not given too much attention, which is rather strange, because the back is a very important element that supports the spine. Mostly the dimensions of the back of the sofa depend on where it is used. Children's models are usually low, there are even products below 60 cm. Among the "adult" sofas, the lowest are modular options, the height of their backs is approximately 70 cm.
Some models are simply installed on the ground, while others have legs. The standard does not define the height of the sofa and it depends only on the design idea. As for the armrests, their size, as well as the dimensions of the furniture itself, depend on the design. For example, a product in a minimalist style may not have armrests at all and be very comfortable, while a sofa for a baroque interior will take up a lot of space and require wide armrests.
When choosing a sofa, we first look at its main parameters - length and width, height is either considered as a secondary parameter, or, in principle, is not taken into account. But in vain, and here's why: 1) this parameter determines how comfortable the landing will be, how comfortable it will be to sit on the couch; 2) whether the dvan will look organic in the interior.
The height of the sofa also depends on:
what legs/supports are used. A sofa on high supports can visually add space to the room, on low ones, on the contrary, underestimate it.
what is the transformation mechanism in the sofa.
whether there are pillows or not. For example, the back of the sofa itself may be low, but the sofa will look high. This is possible due to the high pillows, the height of which can exceed the back of the sofa by more than 1/3.
For an adult, the optimal height will be from 90 to 100+ cm. If you are choosing a sofa for an elderly person, then pay attention not so much to overall height sofa, how much for the height of the seat. It is desirable that the seat is as high as possible.
For a sofa to be comfortable, its dimensions must be determined by medical standards and anthropometric values. Too high or low furniture can not only spoil the aesthetic impression with incorrect proportions, but also lead to discomfort and even back pain. The standards by which all furniture products are created are designed to protect against such troubles.
What is the standard height of the sofa from the floor
According to accepted standards, the sofa seat should be located at a distance of 42 cm from the floor. It is permissible to change this value within 35-48 cm.
Important! Materials can affect the height of the seat: if the upholstered part of the furniture is stuffed with sintepuh or other air filler, the height can reach 50-55 cm - sitting down, a person will push through the filling with weight, and the landing site will drop to the prescribed 40-45 cm.
When choosing, you can take into account the characteristics of health and age: older people with sore joints and backs are more comfortable with a high and hard sofa: it is easier to sit on it and easier to get up. It is better for children to choose a product with a low seat in order to climb onto it without the help of adults.
A big role is not only the seat, but also the back. Its standard size is 90 cm. Fluctuations within 20 cm up and down are permissible, they depend on the design of the sofa, the number of seats and the characteristics of the room. The back should not overlap the window sills - it should go flush with them or be lower. 
For reference! Furniture with high backs and soft headrests helps to relax the muscles and take the most comfortable posture, however, such products are only suitable for spacious rooms, in small rooms they clutter up the space, “eating” it. On the contrary, in large rooms small sofas dissolve, get lost, which can create a visual chaos of objects scattered here and there or bring a feeling of insecurity.
To make the product as comfortable as possible, other parameters should be taken into account:
- seat depth simple sofas- not less than 50 cm;
- depth of sofa beds - at least 70 cm;
- the height of the armrests from the seat - 12-35 cm;
- the length depends on the type of sofa and can reach up to 3 m.
Length may vary depending on design features products. So, if the sofa does not unfold, but is characterized as suitable for sleeping, then the seat must be at least 1860 mm. If a folding mechanism is provided, then the length of the sofa in the assembled form can be less - from 700 mm, while the size of the bed should also be from 1860 mm.
How to measure the standard height of the sofa from the floor
To determine the exact dimensions of the product you like, the measurement must be carried out directly from the floor. The beginning of the ruler or tape measure must be pressed to the floor surface next to the furniture, holding the measuring tool strictly perpendicular. Measure to the top of the seat if you are measuring a seat, or to the top of the backrest if you want to determine the overall height. If the backrest includes pillows, then measurements should be taken to their top.
Important! However, the armrests are already measured from the top of the seat, from the middle of its depth - where it is pressed through the most. 
The best sofas with a standard height from the floor
Although the gold standard is a seat height of 42 cm and a back of 90 cm, furniture with such parameters will not necessarily be the best. When choosing a product, you need to consider:
- room dimensions;
- the number of people who will sit at the same time;
- purpose of use.
Depending on these criteria, sofas are:
- direct double or triple;
- corner triple and quadruple;
- couch;
- modular;
- folding.
Straight double products on average have a length of 2-2.5 m with a standard depth and height. Average triple options range in length from 2.5-3 m. The choice here depends on the parameters of the room. 
Corner sofas are often larger, as a rule, they have the highest back - up to 110 cm. They are well suited for spacious rooms where all household members and guests gather. Their width reaches 100 cm, the longest side is up to 3.5 meters.
Often, corner products are made modular - they consist of separate parts that are connected to each other. Modules are different sizes, among them can be both folding and non-folding. This option is ideal for people who are accustomed to changing the situation - rearranging the components in places, connecting or pushing them apart, you can completely change the interior. The main thing is to make sure that the backs do not cover the windows.
If you need a sofa where only one person will sleep, ideal option can become a couch. It expands only along, so it does not need a lot of space in front of it. Its length can be from 130 to 210 cm. 
A transforming sofa can present a particular difficulty in choosing. Some models are laid out according to the type of English or french cot, the sleeping place in them has two or three additions, and in order to accommodate it, the back is made high, about a meter. If you need a low back, you can choose a roll-out type option (dolphin, accordion, etc.), their seat is formed by pillows that are removed when unfolded. When choosing a folding model, you need to take into account the height of the bed, it can be low - 20-40 cm, standard - 35-45 cm and high - more than 45 cm.
However, a sofa that is matched to a person’s height will be truly ideal. For children, a length of 1300 mm may be enough, for a person with an average height - 1860 mm, for tall people - 1900-2000 mm or more. In this case, the standard depth of 700-800 mm must be observed. The most important thing to focus on is your own feelings, because the main goal of any sofa is comfort.
Backrest, seat, legs, armrests... What should they be like so that you can sit comfortably on the sofa? How to choose a comfortable sofa, and which sofas are considered comfortable?
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Most comfortable sofas-transformers. They allow you to fix the desired angle of inclination of the backrest or armrest. In some models, the armrest can be installed almost vertically. You can increase the height of the backrest with the help of a retractable headrest. Sometimes it hides inside the back frame in its own “pocket” and in order to push it out, it is necessary to remove the pillows and unscrew the hinges. Other manufacturers offer a composite pillow: top part the backrest is lifted and fixed on metal rods. The most convenient (and more expensive) option is the "wrapped" edges of the back cushion.
Pictured: Plura sofa by Rolf Benz, designed by Beck Norbert.
1 For home or office?
Determine the "terms of duty" of the sofa. This will help you choose the model of the desired shape.
If you are going to watch movies reclining, you need a completely different sofa than if you were planning to receive visitors at the office reception. For negotiations, models with swivel elements of the back of the sofa are suitable: they are indispensable if you have to talk for a long time, sitting half-turned - facing the interlocutor. On an ordinary sofa, the back without support will get tired, and a sofa with a mobile back will allow you to take a comfortable position. A compromise option: rounded island-type models and sofas with "notches" under the back of each seated person.
For sleep: decide if you need a guest sofa bed option or a transformer designed for daily use. Choose - an inexpensive traditional model or a sofa with an unusual mechanism.
2 High or low?
The standard height is approximately 42 cm from the floor. This rule is true for the vast majority of models. But some factories allow you to order comfortable sofas of the seat height you need. Surprisingly, even a difference of 2 cm can become noticeable: the knees stop rising unnaturally, nothing presses on the diaphragm.
How to choose a sofa for an elderly person? It is better to purchase a model with the highest possible seat: it is more difficult to get up from a low one.
3 Hard or soft?
Everything is subjective. Do not listen to advice - trust your feelings. Remember: the harder the pillow filling, the longer it will last. For greater softness, a layer of synthetic wool (dacron) or elite duck feather / down is added to the PPU layer. However, after sitting on such pillows, characteristic “hitches” remain. Annoys? Go for sofas with down pocket technology. By analogy with mattress springs, soft fluff and feathers are placed in individual envelopes. With point compression, they quickly restore their original shape.
4 Backrest height and seat depth.
- The traditional back height is equal to the depth of the seat.
- High back - at the level of the back of the head and above. Soft sofas with a high back and regular seat depth are designed for “correct” sitting (the back is tightly pressed against the back). The depth of the seat can be 60 cm, which corresponds to the length of the thigh of an adult. Deeper models (from 70 cm or more) with such a high back already require an additional pillow under the lower back.
- Low back - at waist level. As a rule, such a sofa has a seat of incredible depth - up to 100-125 cm. It allows you to take a “reclining” position on the sofa.
5 About compromises.
How to choose a sofa if family members have different preferences: one likes to lie down, and the other likes to sit upright? Look for a compromise solution: you can choose a sofa with a seat retractable forward (increasing depth) and / or a rising-falling back. You can also stretch your legs on the couch module, which is part of the corner sofa. Another option is to choose a sofa, from under which the footboard extends (unlike a separate pouffe, it does not take up extra space). Remember that on soft sofas you can sit not only across, but also along: lean your back on the armrest.
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The group of upholstered furniture includes various items: sofa, armchair, couch, sofa, ottoman, bench, chaise longue, pouffe, etc. The most common sofas, armchairs and pouffes (the latter can serve as a seat, footrest and even a table). As for sofas, there are three varieties of them, differing in functionality and design:
a place to rest plus a permanent bed. Such sofas are called universal. They are equipped with transformation mechanisms that allow you to lay out this piece of furniture daily and turn it into a double bed, as well as fold;
a place to relax plus a bed for guests. Such models are equipped with "clamshell" mechanisms ("Italian", "French", "American") and are not designed for everyday use as a bed;
place to rest. These sofas allow a person to relax as much as possible and provide freedom of movement during relaxation. Particular attention is paid to adjustable backrests, headrests and armrests, retractable leg supports.
Armchairs can also not only perform their main function, but also serve as an alternative to a sleeping place. However, now more and more often on sofas and armchairs they only relax, but sleep in a bed (if the living space allows you to have separate bedroom and living room). It is about such upholstered furniture for relaxation that we will tell.
1. Molecule multi-functional living room modular set, which includes seven pieces, has an amazing ability to change. It can be a round sofa, "disintegrate" into pouffes and small tables, or only pouffes of the original form.
2. compact furniture on a light-weight metal frame, it will organically fit into the modern interior of a living room or a hall.
3. designer models Italian manufacturers are often distinguished by extravagance.
4. The Dutch have an extraordinary way of thinking. This is clearly confirmed by the leather-covered CottonBall (Leolux) conceptual armchair, which cannot be confused with others.
Picking formulas
When planning a recreation area, two basic principles of configuration are used: an arbitrary set of structurally independent stationary items, or modular system.
Commonwealth of Independents. Leading manufacturers create both small sets of upholstered furniture and extended collection sets. Each of the items that make up the set is stationary, monolithic and structurally complete. The collection may include sofas of different sizes (for example, two-, three-seater), armchairs, poufs, couches. This allows the manufacturer to reduce production costs by reducing the range of parts. The consumer receives complete freedom of configuration (the ability to buy a set as a whole or select individual items from it). In addition, you can determine the composition of the recreation area yourself.
5, 6. The optimal height of a soft pouf for the living room should be equal to the height of the sofa seat. It is comfortable to sit on such furniture, and tired legs can be rested on it. Bright puffs will be a spectacular accent.
7. Howlo set with convertible headrests: three-seater sofa plus two armchairs.
8. Asymmetric "island" modules with speaking name Archipelago ("Archipelago"). Products with backs are equipped with a gas lift mechanism that allows you to raise the back by 8 cm.
Modular mix. Modular upholstered furniture is a constructor system consisting of a certain number of unfixed modules (sofas, armchairs, pouffes, couches, etc.). They have a single artistic and constructive-technological solution, and they can be easily combined with each other. The elements that make up the system resemble a set of cubes. Of these, in any sequence, they build a composition that can look like a whole. The construction method and the final shape are chosen by the user. In addition, the modules can be used individually or in small groups.
Find your corner. In the group of various upholstered furniture, a special niche is occupied by corner sofas. They harmoniously fit into both spacious and small living rooms, smoothing sharp corners and design flaws. Choose a corner right size not difficult. Corner sofas make it possible to do without armchairs and even without a low table if you replace it with a multifunctional pouffe.
9, 10. Graceful high legs, "friendly" ergonomic design, bright colors - these are some of the trends in the development of modern upholstered furniture.
11. This module can be part of corner sofa or an independent item that provides a comfortable stay.
12. An armchair from the extensive Genesis collection is reminiscent of classic designs.
Manufacturers offer corner sofas in the form single design or modular system. But in the first case, all the elements are fastened to each other through the corner section (for example, using M8 screws, steel bolts, etc.) or the sofa is combined with the couch using locks (say, wedges). This greatly facilitates the transportation of a piece of furniture, as well as its assembly and disassembly at home.
All components of a modular corner sofa, like any other design system, are autonomous. The range of manufacturers of soft corners includes dozens of basic elements that allow you to come up with and easily implement many interesting compositions.
13. A pouffe can serve as a seat, a footrest, a table, and convenient storage.
14. Leather sofa from the Dream collection (Calia Italia) meets the needs of the modern user and is a worthy example of ergonomics, style and quality.
15. Patented transformation mechanisms are equipped not only with sofas and armchairs, but also with Stressless pouffes.
16. Lightweight swivel chairs upholstered in bright leather are literally made for casual conversation.
Impartial ergonomics
Appointment of upholstered furniture - to provide comfortable rest. Therefore, when choosing sofas and armchairs, pay attention to a number of important details and parameters. These are the seat (height above the floor, width and depth, angle of inclination relative to the horizontal), backrest (height, quality of support for the back of the seated person, angle of inclination), armrests (height above the seat, width, upholstery), sofa construction and quality of pillows.
According to the requirements of ergonomics, sofas and armchairs are considered comfortable if they have a slight tilt of the seat back (up to 15), a large angle between the seat and the back (at least 120) and a head support. The greater the angle between your hip and torso (this allows you to stretch your legs forward and take a comfortable reclining position), the more relaxed your muscles are. Usually the height of the seat above the floor ranges from 35-48 cm (optimal - 39-45 cm). However, it should be noted that it is difficult for older people to get up from a low seat, and it is not easy to sit on it. A low sofa is not suitable for a tall person either - his knees will literally rest against his chin. But furniture of small height is very convenient and safe for small children.
17. Furniture can look fun and carefree, like a multi-colored modular sofa consisting of two chairs.
18. The chair, created on the principle of a mattress and a pillow, miraculously changes its shape, taking the shape of a human body.
19, 20. Mobility, functionality, ability to fit into any space make puffs indispensable attributes of relaxation.
The seat height of a standard sofa is 42 cm. The depth of armchairs and sofas varies: at least 50-60 cm, but there are models with a depth of 77-90 cm. The backs of sofas and armchairs are low (no more than 32 cm), medium height (32-42 cm ) and high (from 42 to 70-77 cm). back height classic sofas and chairs are approximately equal to the depth of the seat. Sofas and armchairs with a very high back (at the back of the head and above), as a rule, have not too deep seats - about 60 cm. For deeper models (from 70 cm) with a high back, an additional pillow under the back will be required, especially if they sitting small people. Sofas with a low back and a deep (100-125 cm) seat allow you to take a reclining position. And it’s uncomfortable to sit back on such a sofa for a long time: a too low back is an unsuitable support for the head and shoulders. Therefore, the models of the latest generation have a folding backrest, the height of which can be changed with a hand movement. The most comfortable is the profiled back (with a relief profile), which has two convex supporting elements: the lower one - to support the lower back, the upper one - to support the upper back, respectively. The high backs of upholstered furniture, designed to support the head, should have a ledge at the top that provides comfortable support for the neck.
When "testing" a sofa or chair for comfort, keep in mind that the edge of the seat should not reach the hamstrings of the legs a little. If the chair seat is too wide, it will be uncomfortable to lean on the armrests. Therefore, most Stressless chairs (Norway) are presented in three sizes, and Himola models (Germany) - in four. Both are designed for different weight categories and body types. Pay attention to the height of the armrests. When placing your hands on them, make sure that your shoulders do not rise. If you do not follow this simple rule, a curvature of the spine may occur.
21. The design of the chair refers us to the streamlined forms of the 60s. XX century, but in a modern reading.
22. Lightweight Coco chair.
23. Youth collection Crack (Machalke).
24. Sofa for two for a small living room.
Swing, spin, relax!
Personal comfort can be provided by models in the frames of which folding mechanisms are used. Sofas, armchairs and pouffes equipped with it are very comfortable and ergonomic. Whatever position you take while sitting on them, it will allow you to relax and will not cause any harm to your health. Such models are called recliners (from the English to recline - "lean back", "reclining"). Today it is one of the most promising areas in the development of upholstered furniture. In addition to armchairs, there are recliner sofas. They represent a number of chairs or one located on the side. ordinary sofa such as a built-in TV armchair or a side element with a massage function on Cumulus (Himolla) sofas. At the same time, manually or from the control panel, you can adjust the position of the headrest cushion, armrests, retractable footrest, height and angle of inclination of all elements. Such furniture is produced by reputable European manufacturers: Artanova (Switzerland), Bruhl, Gepade, Machalke, Rolf Benz (all - Germany), Pohjanmaan Kaluste (Finland), Sedac-Meral (France - Belgium), Valmori (Italy), State (USA) , Himolla , Stressless. Recliners are also manufactured by domestic factories: "8 March", M bel Zeit, "Kalinka", "Moon", Papillon, as well as Record Bedding (Russia - Belgium).
The most advanced models are fraught with many possibilities. The self-adjusting headrest automatically moves according to the person's posture, so the user can read or watch TV with particular comfort. Supporting your head, the chair simultaneously provides anatomically correct and secure lumbar support, whether you are sitting upright or leaning back. It is worth throwing your hands behind your head and pulling the headrest towards you - and the back will take a position that is comfortable for sleeping. Armrests equipped with a raster mechanism are arranged according to the same principle. For Stressless chairs, it is enough to set up a special wheel once, and in the future this furniture will automatically adjust to the weight of your body. Thanks to the built-in sliding system, the upper part of the pouffe included in the set of the chair obediently follows the movement of the legs. The base of the chair has a built-in ring that allows you to turn 360.
The Sedac-Meral chair unfolds when you transfer the entire weight of your body to the back of the chair. At the same time, the footrest extends and rises in front. To fully expand the chair, you just need to rest your hands on the frame and push back a little. The mechanism will lower parallel to the floor, and you will assume an almost horizontal position. To return to its original position, you just need to rise and transfer your body weight to the seat, while helping the footboard to lower down with your feet. The seat depth of the sofas can be adjusted individually for each user (for example, in models from M bel Zeit, Kalinka). In recliners, other functions are also provided: turning the chair into a rocking chair (“glider” mechanism), built-in massager (Himolla), etc.
Recliners require additional free space to be fully unfolded. These sofas and armchairs fit harmoniously into modern interiors, but in classical ones they can look like alien objects. The price of a recliner chair is from 30 thousand rubles.
How to care? Gently!
Care of upholstered furniture begins with careful operation, and it, in turn, with proper placement. Do not put sofas and armchairs near heating appliances, keep them away from direct sun rays. If you regularly clean your furniture with a vacuum cleaner, you can keep it in pristine condition for many years. Do a wet cleaning about once a month. At the same time, give Special attention seams where dust usually accumulates. If you wipe the products with a cloth slightly moistened with vinegar, the color of the upholstery will become brighter. Remove spilled liquid from the upholstery immediately so that it does not spread over the surface and is not absorbed.
with frame
Most of the upholstered furniture has a rigid frame, which is made of natural wood, metal or a combination of metal elements, plywood, wood boards(chipboard or fiberboard). The quality of the frame affects the life of the furniture. AT expensive models wood is most commonly used. Various parts of the construction of such furniture are connected not with nails and screws, but with the help of specially designed tongue and groove joints. Such products (manufactured by European companies) last a very long time. Domestic companies produce frames of economy class models mainly from chipboard or pine timber(often rather casually).
It must be borne in mind that chipboard elements must be completely covered with a film or cloth. If chipboard is used directly for the supporting frame of the sofa and hinges are screwed into these plates, the life of such a product will be short. In addition, chipboard frames make the object heavier. Welded metal frames are considered to be more reliable, although they are also not very light.
25. The original Kikko chair, which means "turtle" in Japanese. The spectacular seat pattern really reminds of giant turtle. By lowering the backrest so that it is parallel to the seat, you will get additional space. With just a flick of the wrist, Kikko can also be turned into a sun lounger. Large sliding supports and low weight make it easy to move the item around the living room.
26. Baron's modular program features elements of different sizes and configurations. You can choose any of the three options for corner modules: with a reclining coffee table; with a two-section bar; with a bar, the lid of which turns into a coffee table.
27. While watching a movie, we make more than 300 movements. Upholstered home theater furniture responds to each of them. Synchronous movement of the headrest and lumbar support is ensured by the Plus system.
28. Modular complex "Lion" ("Good Style") provides a lot of interesting solutions thanks to which the environment will never get bored. The modules are not connected by any fasteners, and you can easily swap places, for example, an armchair and a corner table.
Formless Comfort
About 40 years ago, a group of Italian designers decided to realize the dream of creating frameless upholstered furniture. They removed the hard frame to make it easier for the user to customize it. This is how the bean bag chair appeared, which got its name due to the absence of a form as such. At the same time, it takes on the shape of the body of a person sitting on it, and provides emancipation and comfort. Bean bags have become very popular in recent years. There are also similar sofas and ottomans. On a frameless sofa, you can seat several friends or transform it into a bed, chill-out. Inside these bags are small balls of polyurethane foam.
Bean bags are especially loved by children: they are so good for jumping and somersaulting, they are safe because they are devoid of sharp and hard parts. Young people also like bags. A variety of frameless furniture pleases with bright colors and original design. It is produced by Ewald, Airpuff, Relax Service (all in Russia), Mebleff, NST Alliance (both in Ukraine), Aqua Creations (Israel), Leolux (Netherlands) and others. A child seat costs from 1500 rubles, adult - 2500-5000 rubles.
Soft - hard
In modern sofas and armchairs, the fillers are mainly polyurethane foam or fibrous mass, less often - sintepuh. Widely used and spring blocks different types. The seats and backs of sofas and armchairs should not be pressed too deeply under the weight of the body. Softness and elasticity cannot be determined by touch - you need to sit on the pillows and maybe even jump a little. If they are excessively pliable and do not return to their original position, but “fail”, then insufficiently dense and durable material has been used. Conscientious manufacturers of upholstered furniture indicate the specific gravity of the filler on the product labeling.
It is noted that people perceive rubber, latex (natural rubber) much better, horsehair, sheep wool and swan fluff than foam rubber, synthetic winterizer, etc. Given the constant interaction of fillers with the human body, manufacturers of expensive furniture are trying to use natural ingredients. And if they use synthetic materials, then passed medical and technical testing.
In sight
The choice of texture and color of upholstery material is a matter of taste. In our opinion, it is much more important how this fabric is durable and easy to use. Upholstery fabrics are natural, mixed and synthetic (for example, tech, arpatek). There are also specially created materials with Teflon impregnation, on which there are no traces of fat, tea, coffee, wine, milk. Upholstery fabrics may include mohair, silk, lycra, metallic threads. Suede is popular - natural and artificial, or alcantara (very pleasant to the touch and wear-resistant). Most often, traditional tapestries, jacquard, fleecy velor and flock, faux fur, cotton are used as upholstery.
Upholstery fabrics are usually divided into categories depending on performance properties. European and domestic manufacturers designate these digits in different ways - with letters or numbers. Each matter has a certain density, measured in grams per 1 m 2 (for example, the density of chenille is 440 g per 1 m 2). Important parameters are the abrasion of the fabric and its resistance to fading. Genuine leather occupies a special place among upholstery materials. Leather upholstered furniture is prestigious and durable, but 2-3 times more expensive than covered with fabric.
Choose a sofa according to its legs!
fashion sign modern sofa- legs, low, but very graceful. Thanks to them, sofas that have stood solidly on the floor for many years have gained lightness. When buying furniture, pay attention to the material from which the legs are made (steel is best). A large stationary sofa should also have a fifth leg so that the seat does not sag.
Where is the furniture and how much?
Italian upholstered furniture is, first of all, the originality of solutions that combine traditional quality and experiment. The modern directions of her design reflect the freedom of style and new trends. As an example, we will give models of the factories Acam, Arketipo, Bonaldo, Comfort, CTS Salotti, Mussi, Natuzzi, Nieri, Relotti, Valmori, Vibieffe, etc. Classic upholstered furniture is produced by Busnelli, Ceppi, Creazioni, Mantellassi, Valdichienti, Zanaboni.
German upholstered furniture, as a rule, is an alliance of classics and modern design and different supreme comfort. It is produced by Driftmeier, Franz Fertig, Himolla, Hukla, Kler, Machalke, Oelsa, W. Schillig and others. This also applies to Wittmann (Austria) products. Sofas, armchairs and pouffes from Scandinavia are characterized by practicality, balanced design and increased comfort. It is worth mentioning the products of the companies Adea Collection, Asko, FinnFani, Pohjanmaan Kaluste, Relax (all from Finland), Innovation (Denmark). Sofas and armchairs in original bold colors are designed for bright and extravagant people. Spanish manufacturers are represented by factories Coleccion Alexandra, Gamintern, Taymoble, Tecni Nova, Vidal Grau, Soher, Jant y Jal and others.
Among other manufacturers of upholstered furniture, we note the de Sede factory (Switzerland). Among domestic manufacturers- holding "8 March" (which includes the factories "8 March", Albert Shtein, Anderssen, Roybuch, Britanica, "Tsekh"), the factories M bel Zeit, "Allegro-Classic", "Good Style", "Kalinka", " Conceptum", "Mikmar", "Prestige-Mebel", "Sola-M", Dival, Pushe, Rival. Let's also call L-Style (Russia - Italy), "Laguna" (Belarus).
Prices for upholstered furniture depend on the quality of the frame materials, the composition of the filler, upholstery, design, availability decorative ornaments, handmade, folding mechanisms. For example, if you can regulate the operation of the latter from the control panel, the product will be 12-30 thousand rubles more expensive than usual. The cost is also affected by the package bundle or the number of modules.
Domestic sofas covered with fabric cost from 15-20 thousand rubles, and upholstered in leather - from 30-50 thousand rubles. The most economical corner compositions will cost 25-30 thousand rubles, but the real price is from 40 thousand rubles. For a modular system, depending on the configuration, you will have to pay 57-90 thousand rubles. Prices for chairs start from 5-10 thousand rubles. Furniture from leading European manufacturers is at least 2 times more expensive.
But money isn't everything. “In order to buy a good sofa, you need your own view of the world, your own experience, your own philosophy” (Haruki Murakami. “Wonderland without brakes and the End of the World”).
The editors would like to thank Grand, M bel Zeit and Collection for their help in preparing the material.
