The latest article we published is a complete guide to choosing a sofa bed to complete the room’s furnishings. We found that one of the main features that influences the choice of a sofa bed is the opening mechanism: a sofa bed that’s easy to open definitely has an extra advantage over a more awkward opening mechanism.
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Types of opening mechanisms
Looking for a sofa bed that’s easy to open
Let’s pick up the discussion about sofa bed opening mechanisms and see which ones are easiest to find on the market and which are most appreciated.
- Classic opening system: with this opening mechanism, the sofa turns into a sofa bed by pulling out the frame and the mattress from the seat, which are usually folded into three sections. The classic opening is the first one that entered the market. A sofa bed with a classic opening is usually appreciated both for how easy it is to open and because the mattress inside is thinner than in other sofa beds, making everything smoother.
- Accordion sofa bed: the sofa and the sofa bed are made up of the same parts—exactly 3. To open the sofa, lift the seat upward and then pull it forward toward you. The backrest of the accordion sofa bed straightens up and the sofa therefore becomes a sofa bed. The sofa’s backrest is therefore itself part of the sofa bed.
- Book-opening sofa bed: this convertible sofa is made up of 2 parts, the seat and the backrest. By pulling the seat toward you, the backrest slides, forming a 2-part bed where the larger section is made up of the seat.
- Flip-forward opening sofa bed: this last opening mechanism is the most common on the market and also the most requested because it requires no effort or special commitment. Simply pull the sofa’s backrest forward and it transforms directly into a sofa bed.
The ones just presented are the best-known sofa bed opening mechanisms. One of the most used, however, is the flip-forward mechanism.
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Easy-to-open sofa bed, with flip-forward opening mechanism
Choosing a sofa bed with a flip-forward mechanism means always having a comfortable bed available for any situation, and a sofa bed that’s easy to open. This opening system is functional and dynamic, suitable for the homes of young couples as well as singles and older people, because it’s truly easy to both open and close without any effort.
Divani.store uses the flip-forward mechanism for the production of its sofa beds; below are some of the most requested models.
Flip-forward mechanism sofa bed - divani.store
The FLUFFY sofa bed has a width that can range from 168/188/208 cm, a length of 96 cm, and a height of 91 cm. The sofa frame is made of engineered wood, while the mattress is 13 cm thick to ensure maximum relaxation and rest for guests.
Grey sofa bed with flip-forward mechanism - DUNA
The EVANS sofa bed, available in various colours, has a unique and refined design characterized by linear, minimalist armrests that fit perfectly with modern and contemporary décor. Nothing stops you from placing this sofa bed in a living room with classic or shabby chic style—after all, it all depends on our tastes, and as we know, mixing different styles is the real trend today.
The length of this sofa can range from 195 to 215 cm. With a depth of 100 cm, the Evans sofa has a height of 90 cm.
Sofa bed with 20 cm mattress - DUNA
The last sofa bed with a flip-forward mechanism we’re presenting to you today is the DUNA sofa bed, which we see here in its taupe version.
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The width of this sofa ranges from 195 to 215 cm. The depth is 100 cm and the height is 90.
If you’re interested in purchasing a sofa bed with a flip-forward mechanism and would like more information, the divani.store team is here to help you: contact us.
