When you’re in the middle of a restyling project and looking for new furniture for your living area, there are several things to consider: the colour scheme, which curtains to pair it with, whether or not to put a rug in the lounge, and above all the size of the room. Depending on all these variables, we can start looking for the pieces we like most and also begin considering which sofa to choose. There are so many different types of sofas to pick from: is it better to go for a large, comfortable option like a corner sofa, or should you also think about guests and choose a sofa bed? It all depends on our needs, but more and more people are opting for the latter, looking for the perfect sofa bed that strikes the right balance of functionality, comfort, and spaciousness.
Single sofa bed in a studio apartment
When we need to furnish a studio apartment—whether it’s our current home or a seaside flat we’ve put up for rent—size and space are very important factors to consider.
A studio apartment isn’t usually known for having generous square footage, which is why it can be worth measuring every centimetre available to create a comfortable space with everything you need. We’ve installed the small kitchen with kitchenette, the entryway unit, and the small pantry cupboard for food, and now it’s time to think about the sleeping area. In studio apartments, the sleeping area very often coincides with the living room, precisely because you’re furnishing a single room—so it’s best to optimise the space!
Choosing a sofa bed is usually the most convenient option: during the day, a place where we can enjoy a bit of relaxation while reading our favourite book or watching an hour of TV; at night, a practical bed that opens in just a few seconds. Sometimes, precisely to avoid taking up too much space, people opt for a single sofa bed: practical, compact, and taking up very little space even when opened. But is it really worth it? Let’s imagine we have an extra guest, a friend coming to visit for the weekend: do we really want to make them sleep on the floor with our old sleeping bag we tucked away in the wardrobe after using it on a summer mountain hike? It could be a solution, yes, but there are also 2-seater sofa beds—and therefore double beds—that fit perfectly in a studio apartment and would certainly let us sleep more soundly in case of unexpected guests. Let’s look at a few options.
Advantages of a single sofa bed:
- Space-saving. Single sofa beds are perfect for smaller environments or rooms where space is limited. They can easily fit into a guest room, a study, or a small living room.
- Affordable. Single sofa beds are usually less expensive than double versions. This makes them a budget-friendly option for those with limited funds.
- Easy to move. Thanks to their more compact size, single sofa beds are easier to move or rearrange within a room.
Disadvantages of a single sofa bed:
- Limited capacity. A single sofa bed is only suitable for one person. If you need to host couples or families, you may have to look for additional alternatives for guests.
- Reduced comfort. The comfort of a single sofa bed may not match that of a double sofa bed. The mattress is often thinner and narrower, which could affect sleep quality.
- Less flexibility. Although single sofa beds are suitable for accommodating one person, you may find the flexibility limited if you need to host a couple or multiple guests.
Double sofa bed
The double sofa bed is a solution that is increasingly being purchased even for small apartments or studio flats, because there are truly many options that don’t require much space.
Take the EVANS sofa bed, for example, with a minimum length of 149 cm and a 14 cm mattress: comfortable, compact, and with a minimalist design—ideal for furnishing a modern studio apartment.
BEST sofa bed– divani.store
Available in 5 different colours, this sofa bed certainly won’t disappoint your expectations! If, on the other hand, you prefer a sofa with roomier armrests and perhaps a more comfortable support, we suggest the PEGASO double sofa bed, 178 cm long and available in 12 different colours.
PEGASO double sofa bed – divani.store
The electro-welded bed base with elastic-strap ends means that, once the sofa is closed, the straps sit beneath the seat, making it soft and welcoming. Inside the backrest there is a pillow-storage compartment where you can store cushions or blankets to better optimise space in a small apartment.
A fully fledged sofa that transforms in just a few seconds into a quality bed.
Sofa or bed? Make the right choice!
But if we still haven’t convinced you, we have a third proposal for you: the EASY sofa bed—easy to open, comfortable, and great to look at. A sofa that is 176 cm long and, as the name suggests, easy to buy, transport, assemble, and use thanks to the opening and closing mechanism, without any effort at all.
Advantages of a double sofa bed:
- Generous capacity: Double sofa beds can comfortably accommodate two people, making them ideal for hosting couples or families.
- Improved comfort: The larger dimensions of a double sofa bed offer more space and comfort. The mattress can be thicker and more comfortable for a good night’s rest.
- Flexibility: With a double sofa bed, you have more flexibility when it comes to accommodating different guests. You can host a couple or more people without needing to find additional solutions.
Disadvantages of a double sofa bed:
- Space required. Double sofa beds require more space than single ones. They may not be suitable for smaller rooms or limited spaces.
- Higher cost. In general, double sofa beds are more expensive than their single counterparts. This could affect your overall budget.
- Weight and size. Because of their larger dimensions, double sofa beds can be heavier and more difficult to move or transport.
So, single or double sofa bed?
So, is it better to buy a single or a double sofa bed? Considering that in most cases the single sofa bed takes up less space only when opened, in our view it could certainly be more convenient—both economically and practically—to opt for a double sofa bed: ready to welcome guests staying overnight, and much more comfortable for our night-time wellbeing. The choice is yours!
