Children's sofas, characteristics, transformation mechanisms, equipment

Kinds

There are several types of sofa designs, each of which has its own characteristics.

Straight

This sofa is considered classic. Most often it is installed near the wall, which saves some space in the room. However, this model is more suitable for teenagers, because a small child will simply not be able to unfold it.

With exit mechanism

This design usually differs from others in its compactness, as well as versatility. You can place it anywhere in the children's room. In addition, usually these sofa models have removable mattresses, which makes it possible to replace them in case of breakdown.

Modular

Typically, such sofas are chosen for homes decorated in a modern style. Such designs are complemented by a topper (thin orthopedic mattress), which allows the child to rest in comfort.

Sofa-ottoman

This model has a lifting folding mechanism. Moreover, it has no back. Most often they are bought if there are two children in the family.

Angular

These products are considered the most popular. After all, they can be used both in small and quite spacious rooms. Thanks to this design, a lot of space is freed up in the room, which can be used for games.

Safety first

The sides will not allow the child to fall while sleeping.
It is very important to keep your child safe while sleeping. Therefore, it is advisable for a small child to choose sofas that fold “forward”, while the sides and armrests become limiters for the safety of the child’s sleep.

A chair-bed is one of the types of such sofas. It will take up little space in the room, but the baby’s sleep will be safe. This type of folding furniture can be chosen when there are two children.

A transforming chair saves a lot of space in a children's room.

An orthopedic mattress will maintain the correct posture of the child.

The same principle applies to sofas with Sedaflex, roll-out, Conrad, Puma, and Verona mechanisms. You can choose a narrow, double children's sofa bed with such a mechanism, and the problem of a safe sleeping place will be solved.

On sale you can find comfortable sofa designs that do not fold out, but can serve as a safe sleeping place at night and a play area during the day. They have soft side walls and a low side fence along the long side. Their only drawback is that an older child may not like to sleep in such a “cradle”.

Non-folding models do not have irregularities, and then sleeping on them is much more pleasant.

Features of children's orthopedic sofas

The shape and size of furniture for a children's room depends on the needs of the child. A children's orthopedic sofa saves space, so such furniture will look appropriate in a small room.

Advantages of an orthopedic sofa:

Small dimensions (when assembled, the width does not exceed 100 cm).
Can be used as a place for games.
Reinforced folding mechanisms can withstand heavy loads.
The simplicity of the design allows the child to independently assemble and disassemble the sofa, preparing a place to sleep.
The wear resistance of the frame, upholstery materials and fillers allows the furniture to be used for several years.
A huge selection of models, differing not only in the color of the upholstery, but also in the presence of decorative elements.
The use of orthopedic technologies has a beneficial effect on health. The child feels rested, because a fairly elastic sleeping place will provide excellent conditions for healthy sleep.

Parents purchasing a children's sofa bed with an orthopedic mattress must take into account the parameters of the room in which the sleeping place is located. Manufacturers provide a warranty on the sofa and the included mattress.

The service life directly depends on how often the furniture will be unfolded for sleeping.

Differences between orthopedic models and regular children's sofas:

An orthopedic transformable mattress can relieve muscle fatigue.
For a child with spinal diseases, you will have to individually select orthopedic furniture.
Anatomical properties reduce the load on the spine.
Orthopedic furniture has a high cost.

Furniture without orthopedic properties can be purchased as an additional piece of bedroom furniture, which will be used only as a seat. It is better to buy a sofa intended for daily sleep complete with an orthopedic mattress.

It is also worth thinking about choosing a high-quality transformation mechanism.

Features of children's furniture

Buying a sofa for a children's room is a very serious matter. When choosing, it is important to take into account the individual characteristics of the child, the quality of the furniture, as well as its practicality and functionality. As a rule, parents select a sofa only after the baby turns 3 years old, since this is the age that is considered optimal for changing a crib to an adult bed.

Typically, high-quality sofas for children have the following characteristics:

Safety. The sofa for a baby has a “sloping” shape; there are no sharp corners, wooden armrests or other elements that could cause injury to a small child.
Strength. The furniture is made from natural, environmentally friendly materials. Often the frame is made of oak, birch, beech or pine. Although models with a metal base are also of high quality.
Compactness. The best option is a sofa that, when folded, takes up little space.
Ergonomics. The design provides everything for comfortable use by a child (the sofa is low and quite hard).
Comfort. Children's models are designed to provide complete rest.
Practicality and functionality. The sofa is often equipped with a drawer for storing bed linen, clothes, toys or other items, and is equipped with attached shelves and niches.

The base of the children's sofa should be rigid enough so that the child's spine does not bend. The best option would be an orthopedic mattress.

Work areas are welcome. A convenient option is to complete the sofa with a wardrobe, desk, and shelves. Such furniture takes up little space when assembled. Additional accessories, such as pillows, can be practical or used as decoration. Upholstery should be made from natural materials. It is better to give preference to an option with a “breathable” structure that allows air to circulate freely under any temperature conditions. The fabric must be hypoallergenic and not cause irritation to the child’s skin. It is important to pay attention to the fact that the upholstery is durable and resistant to various external factors, and is also easy to care for, because children are very restless, so they can get the sofa dirty. It is worth giving preference to linen and cotton materials, or silk, flock and microfiber.

It is important that a children's sofa has a convenient lifting mechanism, a simple and safe way of transformation - the child must be able to fold and unfold it independently.

It is generally accepted that such furniture is purchased only for small rooms, but today this opinion has no confirmation. After all, if you choose folding sofas for the nursery, no matter how big or small it is, you can save a lot of space, which is not bad even for a large room.

How does a children's orthopedic sofa work?

Orthopedic folding sofa is a multi-component furniture consisting of:

A frame, which is usually made of metal and has wooden slats, like beds.
Orthopedic mattress, which is attached to a frame.
Decorative cover, which is used instead of upholstery.

There are other design options, such as when an orthopedic mattress is built into a sofa; as a rule, this approach is used in couches.

Since a children's sofa with an orthopedic mattress must not only take care of health, but also attract the child's attention, manufacturers use bright upholstery. Products with an unusual design are considered the symbol of furniture for a children's room.

For example, sofas can be made in the shape of cars, spaceships or soft toys.

Requirements for children's furniture

Furniture products, first of all, should not pose any danger to the baby. Initially, there is a complete absence of sharp corners. Beds should not have sharp, straight armrests that could cause a child to bump into them. Upholstered furniture for a children's room must be manufactured in accordance with generally accepted requirements:

production materials must be environmentally friendly and not cause allergies in the child, so it is better to give preference to wood or chipboard;
The paintwork on furniture bases cannot be toxic. If parents are not sure about the quality of the product, it is better to ask for supporting certificates;
good grinding, processing of corners and nicks is the key to the safety of the baby;
models of soft products should not be too light, otherwise the child can easily turn them over;
to give your child good taste, select furniture in compatible colors;
Children's chairs should have straight backs of medium softness; such products can be found in photos in catalogs.

The main requirement remains the comfort of furniture models. The child should not experience problems while staying in the room: all upholstered furniture is selected according to the baby’s comfort.

Frame material

When choosing an orthopedic sofa for children, the material of the product frame is of great importance. Frames are available in metal and wood. Metal frames are stronger than wooden ones, but also more expensive. Advantages of metal frames:

withstand heavy loads;
do not depend on temperature changes;
resistant to corrosion thanks to a special anti-corrosion coating;
not susceptible to mold and mildew, because the design has ventilation holes;
there is no risk of insects and parasites;
Assembly uses welding rather than glue, which can be toxic.

When choosing a sofa with a wooden frame, you need to check the quality of drying and processing of parts.

Upholstery material

There are many upholsteries for children's sofas, to suit every taste, design and request. The upholstery should be made of natural fabric, have high strength, hygroscopicity, and be pleasant to the touch. It is desirable that the upholstery be removable for easy cleaning.

A good option would be models with a spare case.

The sleeping place should be not only comfortable, but also attractive for the child. Let your child participate in choosing his sofa. However, you should not buy too pretentious and colorful models if you are buying a sofa for growth. In this case, it is better to stick to neutral colors.

Upholstery options

Due to the fact that items of children's upholstered furniture are large in size compared to the dimensions of the room itself, their style and design carry a greater meaning. Having decided on the interior of the children's bedroom, as well as its color, it is the turn to choose furniture.

Fabrics that are used for upholstery of furniture must have a number of qualities:

wear resistance;
resistance to rapid abrasion;
fire resistance;
breathability;
color retention even after repeated cleaning;
hypoallergenic;
antistatic.

In addition, it is desirable that the fabric is pleasant to the touch, so that the baby feels comfortable staying on the furniture for a long time. Of all the fabric options, experts recommend choosing jacquard, flock, velor, tapestry and chinille for children.

Jacquard upholstery looks very attractive due to its dense interlocking pattern. The image on the ornaments can be matched to the style of the room: this fabric is high-tech and durable, so it will be the best option for upholstering sofas and beds.

Flock is a pleasant material with a non-woven structure. It consists of tiny particles that look like appliqués. Options for such upholstery in the photo look fun and stylish, but there is a drawback - the raw materials are synthetic.

Velor is a very soft material, but it would be inappropriate when making a frameless chair. Tapestry, which was previously used for the production of carpets, is considered durable. Chinille is popular for making soft toys and children's furniture due to its increased smoothness and pleasant texture. You should not give preference to rough materials - the child may accidentally injure his delicate skin on the fabric.

Mechanisms of transformation

A sofa bed, equipped with a mattress with an orthopedic base, usually has a folding mechanism. Moreover, all models differ from each other in the way of transformation. Therefore, to choose the most comfortable sofa, you need to familiarize yourself with them in more detail.

"Book"

This model unfolds like an ordinary book. And in order to fold it, you need to lift the seat up a little, after which a characteristic click should occur, after hearing which you can lower it.

The only thing you need to pay attention to when purchasing is that after folding the sofa you need to move it against the wall each time, which is not very convenient.

"Click-clack"

This design is an improved model of a sofa book. It differs from the previous version in that it can be turned into a bed, into a regular sofa, and also placed in a semi-sitting position.

In addition, in this version, when folded out, the sides of the structure can turn into headrests or armrests.

"Accordion"

The design of this model is quite simple. The sleeping area is divided into three fragments. One of them is the backrest, and the remaining two are the seats. The sofa can be folded out by sliding the seats into the back area.

"Dolphin"

In such a sofa, under the seat there is a special block that must be pulled out to turn the model into a full-fledged sleeping place. Then you need to pull the second fragment of this structure towards you.

"Eurobook"

This design is complemented by built-in linen drawers. It is comfortable and very easy to unfold.

"Puma"

The front part of such a sofa extends very smoothly and is then placed on a specially made support. It is necessary to install the second part of the sofa in the freed space. The transforming mechanism is quite durable, so it is not afraid of even daily use.

"Telescope"

This sofa received this name because of its transformation mechanism. It is enough to simply pull the seat towards you and place the backrest in the same plane as it.

"Pantograph"

It is a bit reminiscent of the Eurobook model, but unlike it, it is additionally equipped with rollers. A slight movement is enough - and the sleeping place, without even touching the floor, will move out.

"Cot"

The transforming mechanism is a scroll that unrolls.

The most important selection criteria

How to choose a sofa for a children's room? To avoid mistakes, you need to take into account several important criteria. Each is worth considering separately.

Form

Today in furniture stores you can find sofas of a wide variety of shapes: like soft toys, in the form of cars, oval, square, rectangular, corner, with a wavy edge, and so on. But how to decide?

The first thing to consider is convenience. Yes, an interesting sofa may have unusual shapes and a bright appearance, but will your child be comfortable on it? In addition, a complex piece of furniture may not fit into the room. The traditional option is a rectangular shape.

Dimensions

When determining the optimal size, it is worth considering, first of all, the age of the child, as well as the dimensions of the room. If you plan to use the sofa as a sleeping place without unfolding it, then its width should be such that the baby can feel comfortable and roll over freely.

When unfolded, the width of the bed should be about 120-140 centimeters. The length should be 30-40 centimeters greater than the child’s height.

Pay special attention to the height. It will depend on the length of the legs, the folding mechanism, as well as the thickness of the mattress. But in any case, a children's sofa should not be too high, it is uncomfortable and even dangerous (in case of a fall during sleep). The child should be able to climb on and off easily.

Don't forget to take into account the area of the room. If the dimensions of the children's room are small, you should not buy a sofa that is too large; it can take up almost all the free space.

Folding mechanism

Ideally, the mechanism should be such that the child can independently unfold the sofa, quickly, safely and without much effort.

There are several options:

The “book” is the most inconvenient and unreliable mechanism. The baby will not be able to cope on his own, and before unfolding the sofa will have to be moved away from the wall.
The Eurobook mechanism is more convenient, but not ideal. You won’t have to move the sofa, but the sleeping place will not be very comfortable due to the joints and seams.
The draw-out mechanism is convenient, practical and easy to use.
A sofa with an “accordion” or “accordion” type mechanism is also quite comfortable and practical.

Frame

The frame must, first of all, be durable so that the sofa can withstand not only the weight of the child and his guests, but also active games. There are several options:

The metal frame will be strong and durable. But it is worth choosing a stainless metal that is not exposed to moisture and retains its original qualities for a long time. The price of such a sofa will be average.
The solid wood frame is strong, but quite heavy. Wood is also a very capricious material that requires care and compliance with certain rules. And the cost of such a sofa will be far from low.
Chipboard frame. Such a sofa will undoubtedly be inexpensive, but it cannot be called durable and reliable, especially when compared with other options.

Sleeping area

The sleeping place should be as comfortable as possible. And not only the frame, but also the mattress will provide comfort. It should be quite elastic, because your mischievous child will probably want to jump on the sofa, and you shouldn’t deprive him of this opportunity. Choose a mattress with independent spring blocks. And the springs must be of high quality and durable.

Pay attention to the filler. The most accessible, widespread and cheapest is foam rubber. But it will not last long, and over time it will become deformed, “sag” and cease to be elastic. A more modern, convenient and practical material is holofiber. It is elastic and resilient, quite durable, follows the curves of the body and quickly restores its shape.

Upholstery

The upholstery should be durable and practical, so choose materials that are dense and easy to clean (easy and quick cleaning is especially important; you will have to do it more than once). You shouldn’t choose an overly complex embossed fabric, because your child won’t appreciate it, but crumbs, dust, and so on can get stuck in the recesses.

Colors

The color can be absolutely any! And the sofa doesn’t have to be a single color; the child will probably want to choose a model with a pattern. For a girl, you can choose patterns such as images of flowers, fairies, butterflies, and so on.

And for a boy, buy a sofa with famous comic book characters and cars. If you want to choose a neutral option, then pay attention to images such as geometric shapes, clouds, elements of nature, cartoon characters, and so on.

Additional bonuses

What else can you pay attention to when choosing a sofa?

Boxes. They will solve the issue of storing linen and other things and help save space.
Pillows. They will definitely delight your baby, because you can play with them. They will also complement the design. But they accumulate dust, so regular cleaning will be required.
Wheels. They will make it easier to move a piece of furniture, but can provoke unplanned movements, for example, during games, and this is unsafe. Try to find a sofa on wheels with brake mechanisms.

Upholstery materials and colors

Most often, when choosing upholstery, parents are guided by the age of their child. A sofa covered with natural fabric is perfect for kids.

Since all children are quite mobile, it is best to buy sofas with stain-resistant upholstery. This will make it easy to clean them.

If the orthopedic sofa is intended for girls, then it is best to choose upholstery with more delicate shades. It can be pink, orange, or red. The product can also be complemented by various decorations, for example, rhinestones or embroidery elements.

For girls, you can buy a sofa in the shape of a royal throne or carriage. In this case, the little lady will be able to feel like a real princess.
If you choose furniture for boys , you can choose a sofa model in the form of a racing car or a pirate schooner. In addition, this furniture should be chosen with more durable mechanisms.

Tips for choosing

When choosing a model of a children's orthopedic sofa, you can use these tips:

It is desirable that the base be monolithic, i.e. when disassembled, there were no seams or cracks on it;
You can change the characteristics of the “native” mattress using a mattress topper: reduce or increase the hardness, close the cracks and seams. Having rolled the topper into a roll, you can put it in the laundry drawer;
Keep in mind that the child is growing. Buy with a margin of at least 50 cm in length. The width should also be maximum. This will ensure a comfortable sleep for the child;
choose models with a back and sides to prevent the child from falling during sleep;
to correct your posture, choose models recommended by your doctor;
purchase models with quality certificates. The structure and its components must have a high degree of safety.

What to consider when choosing the upholstery of an orthopedic sofa for a child’s room

When choosing upholstery material, you should focus on the age of the baby. Children's sofas use a monolithic filler, upholstered in natural fabric (chennyl and flock). The ideal solution would be to use high-quality linen and cotton fabrics.

Additionally, the fabric for making upholstery is impregnated with special liquids based on aloe vera or green tea.

Upholstery material should be easy to clean. Children constantly eat, play and have fun in bed, so the fabric for upholstering the sofa must be dirt- and water-repellent. Additionally, special silver threads are used.

They provide an antibacterial effect and eliminate static electricity.

How to choose a children's sofa with an orthopedic mattress

We have already talked about many points that you should pay attention to before purchasing - safe design, strength of the base, natural materials. Here are a few more nuances.

Choose models whose disassembled base has no folds or seams. Otherwise, to level the surface, you will have to purchase an additional corrective topper.
Pay careful attention to the sizes. The length of the sofa should be at least 50 centimeters greater than the child’s height. It is better to choose the maximum width so that the baby is comfortable. An excellent option are sofas with small backs that prevent the child from falling onto the floor in his sleep. Ideally, these backrests can be lowered or moved inward.
If your child has health problems, purchase furniture only based on the recommendations of your doctor.
Check with the seller all documents confirming the safety of the components used in the furniture.

Take into account the child's taste and preferences, but do not follow them recklessly. A super-duper racing car may look cool, but its “filling” can be very dubious.

Involving your child in the sofa selection process has many benefits. Firstly, he will be able to appreciate the comfort of the furniture in the salon. Secondly, the opportunity to make a decision will add responsibility, which means that the child, hopefully, will be more careful about the new acquisition.

Finally, the process of choosing and purchasing is a great opportunity to bond with your child. And don’t forget to celebrate your successful purchase at the ice cream parlor of the shopping center.

What types of children's sofas are there?

Today there are quite a wide range of children's sofas on sale - which one to choose and how not to make a mistake in this choice?

Two-tier . Ideal option for a family with two children. As a rule, there is a regular bed on the second tier, and a sofa on the lower tier. During the day it is used for games and activities, and at night it folds out into a full-fledged sleeping place.
If you are thinking about which children's sofa is better, then be sure to consider this option as a corner sofa . It takes up little space when folded, but still provides plenty of sleeping space when unfolded. Modern corner sofas boast an interesting design and a well-implemented folding mechanism.
Roll-out sofa. The main advantage of this sofa is that it has no depressions or height differences. Therefore, this option is one of the most preferable if you care about the formation of your baby’s posture. Most roll-out sofas are usually equipped with drawers for linen.

Thus, finding the answer to the question of how to choose a children's sofa bed is not at all difficult. The most important thing is to start from the dimensions of the children's room, and also decide in advance on the mechanism and functionality of this type of furniture.

If you ultimately make the right choice, then such a sofa will serve you for a long time, ensuring excellent well-being and absence of health problems for your child.

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Examples in the interior

Our photo gallery shows examples of using sofas for children's rooms.

With drawers

The model will be able to fit into the modern interior of a children's room. At night, the structure turns into a bed, and during the day it serves as a sofa on which you can play. In one compartment of the drawer you can store bed linen, and in the second you can put toys.

For babies

A small bright sofa will be a great addition to any children's room. The painted upholstery will immediately attract the baby's attention, and he will not only sleep on it, but also play on it with great pleasure.

Since the size of this model is quite small, there is a lot of space left in the room that you can use as you wish.

Orthopedic sofas for children are no worse, and sometimes even better, than regular beds. Therefore, when arranging your child’s room, you should not forget about them.

How to understand the hardness of a mattress

There are 3 types of hardness of orthopedic mattresses, namely:

soft;
hard;
semi-rigid.

The latter option is more suitable for people who do not set themselves the goal of getting rid of back pain. This mattress is for those who want to feel comfortable and comfortable while sleeping. But here the individuality of each organism is taken into account.

Some people find it much more comfortable to sleep on a hard or soft mattress. You need to choose a surface that is comfortable for the body.

A hard mattress is more suitable for a person who suffers from severe pain and also has intercostal hernias.

Also, this type of surface is perfect for people with scoliosis at any stage of development. In difficult cases, a hard mattress can prevent the progression of the disease and relieve the patient from pain.

But in the initial stages, you should not rely on the fact that a high-quality surface will completely cure scoliosis.

A soft mattress should be purchased by people with low weight. It is often found among girls and children. This type of surface is also well suited for older people. Their bones become more fragile with age, so the mattress should not pose any additional health hazard to the owner.

Orthopedic mattresses with and without springs

Buying a sofa bed with or without springs is essentially a personal matter. The main thing is to ensure that the spring blocks are made with high quality. In this case, the surface does not pose a risk to the owner’s health and is as comfortable as possible for sleeping.

If you ask an orthopedic doctor for advice, he will most likely advise you to buy a mattress with springs if 2 people will sleep on it, and a springless one if it is intended for one person. This is explained by the fact that a 2-bed mattress should not react to the difference in weight of partners.

To solve this problem, special sofa beds were invented with orthopedic surfaces consisting of 2 parts - one for a man and the other for a woman.

It is also worth considering that you need to sleep on such a mattress correctly. The bodies should not roll towards each other and lie unevenly.

Before purchasing a mattress, you need to ask the seller whether it can be returned or replaced. In most people, the spine is curved to a greater or lesser extent. Once people start sleeping on an orthopedic surface, they may experience some unpleasant sensations of discomfort.

This is normal practice and not a cause for concern. Gradually, these sensations should pass and the spine will return to its natural position. This adaptation to the surface lasts a maximum of 3 weeks.

But if this period lasts more than a month, you need to think about returning the mattress or replacing it with another one with a harder or softer surface.

Types of sofas

There are many types of children's sofas with orthopedic bases on the market.

Depending on the design, manufacturers produce the following types of furniture:

Direct variations. Classic sofas designed to be placed near a wall. Models can be equipped with a Eurobook mechanism (rolling out the first half forward and lowering the backrest), a booklet (has a lying, semi-sitting and sitting position), an accordion (an accordion transformation mechanism).
Couches with a roll-out principle of disassembly. Such models provide an independent mattress, which can be easily changed with your own hands in case of wear.
Modular sleeping places. These sofas include several parts that can be interchanged at your discretion.
Ottoman. Products that are not equipped with a backrest and have a lifting folding mechanism.
Corner options. Furniture designed to be placed in one of the corners of the room. Allows you to save as much space as possible.

Depending on the sofa model, its design may include drawers for storing bed linen, toys or other things. The furniture is produced both with and without armrests. Some products come with pillows.

Children's sofas do not have hard edges, corners or other dangerous parts of the structure that could injure a child while playing.

Children's sofas primarily differ from adults in size and appearance. Manufacturers come up with interesting, bright designs. Furniture for children is dominated by colorful and rich colors, applications with cartoon characters. For the little ones, manufacturers style sleeping places to resemble cars, ships, and carriages.

Such options look interesting and non-standard. They will become not only a piece of furniture, but also an elegant decor in the baby’s bedroom.

Types of orthopedic sofas for children

If you decide to buy an orthopedic sofa for a child, you will encounter only one problem - a huge assortment, in which finding a suitable option is not always easy.

Transformation mechanism

Children's sofas are unfolded and assembled in the same way as adults. The most popular models are “eurobook” and “book”, “click-clack”, pull-out and “accordion” sofas. In corner sofas, a rotating mechanism or “dolphin” is used more often than others.

But the “folding beds” (French or American) that are in demand among adults are almost never found in children’s furniture.

Design

Sofas for kids, of course, are very different from those made for schoolchildren. Bright colors, applications with favorite cartoon characters, soft pillows - all this complements the attractive appearance. One of the main features is the absence of sharp corners and hard elements that could injure the baby.

But sofas for more mature users aged 8-14 are often no different from adult models, not to mention teenage and youth sofas.

Stylized as racing cars, pirate ships, carriages of princesses, swans, dolphins - sofas for the little ones look so non-standard.

Sorting children's sofas by criteria

In a furniture store, a sales consultant will tell you briefly about each model and answer questions. When purchasing from an online store, the catalog of sofas usually consists of pictures and mini descriptions. To ensure that viewing absolutely the entire assortment is not tedious, it is enough to use the so-called filters. Having noted the main criteria, the variety of sofas is reduced to the most suitable options.

Main categories to optimize your selection:

Manufacturer of children's furniture. Preference should be given to a furniture company that guarantees product quality and has certificates.

Dimensions of the sofa. Acceptable parameters are determined by the size of the space that will be allocated for organizing a sleeping place, as well as the height of the child. When choosing folding sofas, you should take into account the length and width when unfolded.

Transformation mechanism. The system should be safe and easy to use for a child who will express a desire to help in this process, or will independently fold and unfold his sofa. Small nuances play a role.

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Materials

If, when choosing an option for themselves, parents first pay attention to durability, then when looking for furniture for a child, they also pay attention to the naturalness and environmental friendliness of the materials. This applies to both internal filling and upholstery.

The most common “filling” is polyurethane foam.

If during its production technologies were followed and no harmful components were used, then the material is practically not inferior in quality to natural latex. Maybe it will just last a little less. PPU can be supplemented with other components. Traditional - coconut coir, felt, wool, more exotic - horsehair, seaweed, bamboo fibers.

Natural cotton, jacquard, and tapestry are used as upholstery fabrics.

Ideally, the cover can be removed from the children's sofa. In this case, it will be easier for you to maintain the necessary hygiene of the surface.

Mattress and base

Most models have a frame mattress, where the mattress is part of a metal or wooden lattice base. There is another option - a removable mattress, which can be replaced if desired. It is these components that give furniture the same orthopedic effect that helps the child’s spine develop correctly.

The mattress can be either springless (recommended for preschoolers and primary schoolchildren) or spring (suitable for children over 10 years old).

Children's daily sofas with an orthopedic mattress from 3 years old can be different in hardness, while for children 3-13 years old softer ones are chosen, and for teenagers, when the load on the spine increases, harder ones.

Advantages and disadvantages of orthopedic sofas

The advantages of orthopedic sofas significantly outweigh their disadvantages:

relieving muscle fatigue;
air permeability of the mattress, which prevents the appearance of mold and other microorganisms;
uniform distribution of the load on the spine, which will maintain correct posture and prevent the development of scoliosis;
durability of the mattress and the design of the sofa as a whole;
wide range and variety of shapes and colors.

Sofa in the interior of a children's room. Photo: www.idea.build2last.ru

There are only two disadvantages of orthopedic sofas: higher cost compared to a regular sofa and, if it is a folding model, then the need to monitor the folding mechanism for longer use.