Cabinet-sofa bed Transformers: types of designs, dimensions, choice of nuances

The main task of the regeneration of the apartment - efficient use of space. This is especially true for areas that do not differ a great area. Furniture designers are constantly developing transforming designWho have several functionalities. Editorial HouseChief.ru offers you an overview from which you will learn what the cabinet-sofa-bed-transformer, a device similar to furniture, its types, advantages and disadvantages.

Types of sofa beds, built-in wardrobe

Wardrobe can be transformed into a sofa bed - a pretty practical piece of furniture, which is available in different variations and can significantly save space in a small room. There are sofas, built-in wardrobe, it can be withdrawable baby bed, bunk folding structures, etc. Consider the main types of such furniture.

Built with a single and a double bed

Single bed, built-in wardrobeIt has the following standard dimensions: width - 800-1200 mm, length - 1900-2000 mm. Recent values ​​in these parameters correspond to one and a half models, which are selected most often. Cabinets with built-bed width of 700-800 mm, usually acquired in childhood. Single bed-transformers can be folded in two ways:

• horizontal. The bed is mounted to the side of the rear wall, and the lifting mechanism is attached to the long side wall structure;
• vertical. transformation mechanism is attached to the end of the bed. For single structures such variant is used rarely.

In contrast, a single bed, built-in wardrobe in the double models provided only way to vertical tilt. In this case, the inconvenience of lifting and folding bed is compensated by its width.

bunk design

Bunk folding bedEmbedded in the cabinet is a construction of two beds of the same transformation system and united staircase. These models - the perfect solution for children's rooms, home two children. transformation mechanism is quite simple, so the children can independently hide a bed in the closet.

Wardrobe bed for children

Bed-transformer in the nursery is quite convenient and comfortable bed, which if necessary, the child can independently hide in the closet because of the simple mechanism of transformation. Current models have both vertical and horizontal way of unfolding and lifting. Wardrobe-bed can be built workspace to study, making it more convenient in comparison with models "attic".

Apparatus transformer 3 in 1 (cabinet-sofa-bed)

The apparatus cabinet in a transformed sofa bed may seem difficult only at first glance, however, many craftsmen gather his hands design that rivals the factory models. Let us consider how this type of furniture is arranged.

General device

This type of cupboard furniture like a sofa-bed is a design consisting of the following basic elements:

• with shelves and various wardrobe storage systems;
• facades;
• sofa;
• bed (with mattress or not);
• headboard;
• lifting and tilting mechanisms of transformation;
• Retractable foot of the bed.

Recommendation! Before installation, be sure to level the floor. Also it is impossible to mount a case-convertible 3 in 1 for plasterboard walls.

Facades-transformer cabinet

Facades-transformer cabinet is one of the main structural elements, since on them depends largely on the appearance of the product and how it fits in interior premises. Doors can be made of the same materials as the main structure - a tree, chipboard or MDF. However, manufacturers also offer mirror, plastic and combined facades, which can be hinged, folding and sliding (coupe).

Front panels of chipboard cabinet - a budget option, which will also suit lovers of minimalism. Next come the doors MDF appropriate, through a wide range of colors and textures, almost any style of interior. Most also interesting solutions - glass facades, mirror, Plastic or composite.

Wardrobe bed: mechanisms of transformation

Wardrobe convertible 3 in 1 is equipped with a rather complicated mechanism of transformation can convert a seemingly ordinary storage system into full-fledged space. The operating principle of transformer depends on the use of springs of a certain type.

coil springs

This kind of springs is made of a sufficiently strong steel-carbon wire. They are able to withstand very high loads and has a long-life, calculated by an average of 50 000 cycles (lifting and lowering).

gas mechanisms

Gas transformation mechanisms or StrutsWe represent piston unit, in which gas under pressure. When transferring the bed from one position to another StrutsWe provide smooth transformation. They have a high resistance to wear and does not grind.

It's hard to say with 100% certainty what kind of transformation mechanism better, it all depends on personal preference. However, we must note two things that can affect your choice:

1. The depth of the niches for a bed-spring is twisted to 250 mm.
2. Gas transformation mechanism hides sleeper in the recess to a depth of about 450 mm, but it remains visible at the head.

The design of the bed-transformer

Built-in wardrobe bed consists of the following main elements:

• frame made of wood, chipboard or metal;
• narrow or wide slat of laminated wood with a width of 30-70 mm;
• orthopedic mattress;
• transformation mechanism;
• outriggers, manufactured in the form of the base plate or staples;
• decorative bezels, used to mask the bed in the folded position.

sofa device

Sofa, included in the structure of the cabinet-transformer consists of such items as:

• a frame made of wood, chipboard or metal;
• a base for spring units;
• filler;
• upholstery;
• mechanism of transformation;
• linen compartment.

Standard-size transformer cabinet 3 in 1

It is difficult to specify a standard size closet, a sofa bed, as they largely depend on the number of beds, mechanisms and types of tilting, filling things storage. Dimensions directly beds we have pointed out earlier in this article. In general, such structures are made to order, and a height of the order of 2100-2500 mm and the width is determined already customer wishes. The cabinet can have one or two of the canister for storage, which are arranged on the sides bed.

Advantages and disadvantages of transforming furniture

Cabinet-sofa bed - quite functional and very comfortable furniture, because it allows more efficient use of space of the room in which it is installed. And like all things on earth it has its advantages and disadvantages.

The benefits of transformer-cabinet with a sofa and a folding bed should include the following:

Among the deficiencies noted the following:

Which cabinet-sofa-bed convertible buy

As we have already mentioned, a case-convertible sofa bed is not cheap, and therefore to its purchase should be treated seriously. So what you need to pay attention, not to be disappointed in my purchase?

So, you need to pay attention to the following when you select the transformer cabinet:

• structure shall have the dimensions of the room in which it is installed;
• design;
• sleeps (single, double, or two-level);
• Location (bedroom, living room or nursery);
• vertical or horizontal type tilting bed (to take into account the size of the premises);
• mechanism of transformation;
• frame material of manufacture of the cabinet, beds and sofas;
• type facades, design and material of which they are made;
• manufacturer.

Proper installation, transformer cabinet in a small apartment

As well as any furniture, cabinet-bed convertible requires proper placement. On this depends on how comfortable you will be able to move around the room, without touching other pieces of furniture. Please find variants of arrangement of the cabinet beds with different variants of the tilt bed.

Wardrobe bed with a horizontal tilting

Wardrobe bed with a horizontal tilting bed is the optimal one for Improvement of any size and layout. This is especially a good solution for small rooms, whether double or single design.

Wardrobe bed with a lifting mechanism a vertical transformation

Vertical tilting of the bed-transformer cabinet requires quite a bit of free space, as a berth in the expanded length of the wall more than 2 100 mm. Respectively, or vice versa designs should be no furniture in the narrow and small space, either from the edge to the opposite wall must be at least 2000 mm.

What do the owners of the cabinets, Transformers on your purchase

Many before you buy furniture are looking for information on the internet, examine the characteristics and prices, as well as what they think about this or that model people already kupivshuyu these products. Please find a few reviews of the beds, cupboards.

How much is a closet-bed convertible for small apartments

Offers walk-in sofa beds are now very much, and it is sometimes difficult to navigate in the prices. Therefore, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with popular models of cabinets, Transformers with beds. Photos and prices in the table to help find their way when choosing a suitable design.

Model	Characteristics	The average cost, rubles. (As of October 2018)
	Total size (W × B × T): 1480 × 2270 × 1220 mm Sleeper: 2000 × 1200 mm	69 000
	Total size (W × B × T): 2400 × 2275 × 1250 mm Sleeper: 2000 × 1200 mm	145 000
	Total size (W × B × T): 2650 × 2380 × 680 mm Sleeper: 2000 × 1200 mm	86 000
	Total size (W × B × T): 2650 × 2380 × 680 mm Sleeper: 2000 × 1200 mm	105 000
	Total size (W × B × T): 1480 × 2270 × 1220 mm Sleeper: 2000 × 1200 mm	52 500

A few words in conclusion

We told you that is a multifunctional furniture - a wardrobe, a sofa-bed convertible, than it is useful, what it pros and cons. We hope our review will be useful to you, and if you have any comments or suggestions, please contact us in a special form of comments. All the best and a successful choice!