Feature of the tick-tock mechanism in the sofa

Design Features

If you plan to use upholstered furniture as a guest or permanent place to relax, you need to purchase a sofa with a transformation mechanism. The tick-tock sliding system has a rather complex design and is made of durable metal parts. To prevent frame distortions during transformation, the sofas are equipped with a synchronizing bar and a special spring.

To expand the structure using the pantograph mechanism, it is necessary to perform a series of sequential actions:

1. Raise the seat up using the attached hinges or holding the edge of the frame.
2. Pull the block towards you in a smooth motion, without much effort.
3. Extend the mobile support legs if the mechanism does not have a spring that automates the process.
4. Lower the backrest into the freed space, with the help of which the sofa unfolds and transforms into a flat sleeping place.

The presence of rubber pads on the legs of the sofa will protect the floor covering from mechanical damage.

The structure unfolds in almost two movements; no physical effort is required. Hence one of the names of the mechanism is “tick-tock”. The simplicity and ease of transformation make it possible to install such a model in a nursery, because the child will be able to independently prepare for bed.

Sofas with a tick-tock mechanism vary in shape, frame material, filling and have both pros and cons. Their main advantages:

• convenient transformation;
• strength of the folding system;
• flat surface of a spacious place to rest;
• maintaining the integrity of the floor covering;
• possibility of installing furniture close to the wall;
• the presence of a spacious drawer for storing linen.

• the inconvenience of a seat that is too wide when folded;
• the difficulty of repairing the pantograph mechanism for a sofa due to the large number of parts;
• high cost of the model.

How do sofa transformation mechanisms work?

When the sofa plays the role of a bed, the transformation mechanism becomes no less important than the filler. It's one thing to lay out the sofa once a month. Here you can lift the carpet, and even move the table, and return everything to its place in the morning. What if this is a model for daily sleep? This kind of gymnastics twice a day will quickly get boring.

We talk about the mechanisms so that you know how they work and are suitable for your situation.

Roll-out mechanism

Sofas with a roll-out mechanism are suitable for narrow and long rooms. On average, when folded, they occupy from 130 to 175 cm, but after transformation, the length of the sleeping place is in no way inferior to a full-fledged bed.

To unfold such a sofa, you need to pull the seat towards you and step back a few steps. The segments hidden in the back will roll forward. There is usually a large box underneath.

If the sofa is not wide, then even a first-grader can handle its transformation. The main thing is that there are no carpets or other obstacles in the way of the seat.

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Accordion

The sleeping area of ​​the accordion sofa consists of three parts. When folded, two of them form a backrest, the third - a seat. If you pull it towards you, the whole structure will straighten and you will get a sleeping place. There are no dips or joints on it, so accordions are one hundred percent suitable for daily sleep.

Most models have a storage compartment under the seat. It is not very big, enough for bedding.

The accordion mechanism is very durable, as it is often made of a metal frame. Often such a base is made orthopedic, which also improves the quality of sleep.

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Book

Book sofas have two positions - “sitting” and for sleeping. The transformation from the first to the second looks like this: you need to lift the seat, tilt it back, wait for a click and return it to its place. The sleeping area is wide, with a groove in the middle.

During transformation, the sofa needs to be moved a little away from the wall, otherwise the seat will catch on it and will not lie in its place.

But the books have a large drawer for linen. It is located under the seat and usually consists of two identical sections.

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Click-clack

Click-clack is a modernized book that has three positions: “sitting”, “half-sitting” and “lying down”. To unfold the sofa, you need to straighten the armrests and recline the back to the level of the seat. The sleeping place is wide and high. Underneath there is a drawer for linen.

The base of such sofas is made of a metal frame, so they last a long time and are suitable for daily use.

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Eurobook

The Eurobook is decomposed into two counts. First you need to move the seat forward, and then lower the backrest in its place. Transformation does not require any special effort, which is why such sofas are often bought for a child’s room.

These sofas have a large drawer for linen. Its size is slightly smaller than the seat. There is enough for pillows, blankets and bed linen.

There are two important points:

— Eurobook sofas should be placed at a short distance from the wall so that the back does not catch it;

— the seat rolls forward, so there should be no carpets in its path.

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Pantograph, or tick-tock

The pantograph, or tick-tock, calls it a “walking Eurobook.” It works on the same principle: the seat moves and the backrest falls in its place. Only the seat does not move forward, but is lifted and pulled forward. This is very convenient if there is a carpet near the sofa or you are afraid of scratching the floor.

The pantograph has a large drawer, which is located along the back. In size it is not inferior to a box of Eurobooks and books.

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Support

The support mechanism resembles a pantograph to which an additional section has been added. At the support sofa, the seat “jumps” forward and pulls out the second part of the berth. The final touch is to lower the backrest.

This mechanism does not damage the floor and is not afraid of carpets. It takes a little more force to unfold the sofa, but the teenager can do it.

Support sofa Miami green
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Dolphin

The dolphin mechanism is usually found on corner sofas. To get a large sleeping place, you need to roll out the platform from under the seat and pull out the missing fragment of the seat from it towards you and up.

You need to get used to it in order to quickly and smoothly unfold such a sofa. We do not recommend buying a sofa with such a mechanism for daily sleep for children and the elderly, as the transformation can be tiring for them.

The Dolphin is good because it makes a large sleeping place and there is a drawer for linen in the short part of the sofa. If you plan to sleep on the sofa every day, then keep in mind that the pull-out part of the seat is usually more rigid than the seat. After all, the load on it is less, so it wears out longer.

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French folding bed

French and American clamshells are relatively rare mechanisms. Their transformation is more labor-intensive compared to roll-out, Eurobooks and accordions, but the sleeping place is higher.

To unfold such a sofa, you need to pull the seat up, straighten the supports and pull the sleeping area forward. The French folding bed has three sections, the American one has two.

Straight sofas with such a mechanism do not have a drawer for linen, because all the free space at the base is occupied by a folded bed.

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conclusions

• If you need a sofa for daily sleep, choose a roll-out, accordion or Eurobook. These mechanisms work the easiest and have drawers.
• To avoid moving the carpet when you unfold the sofa, buy a pantograph, support or variation of folding beds.
• The French folding bed is suitable for those who need a high sleeping place. For example, elderly relatives come to visit and it is difficult for them to get up from a low sofa.

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Varieties and sizes

The tick-tock transformation system has several other names denoting the same mechanism:

1. “Pantograph” is the official name of the sliding mechanism, used on the market and in catalogs - the berth is formed not by lowering the soft back, but by raising an additional platform hidden under the seat. The model does not have a compartment for linen.
2. “Walking Eurobook” differs from the standard model in the absence of roll-out rollers that spoil the floor covering.

Pantograph

Puma

Walking Eurobook
There are two main types of transforming sofas in shape:

1. Straight sofa. It is located along the wall and can be extended using one main section.
2. Angular. The L-shaped model has two sections, the side one being stationary with a drawer for storing linen, and the pull-out one allowing you to significantly increase the size of the bed.

For the convenience of attaching pillows when preparing for bed, removable holders are used.

Manufacturers offer pantograph sofas with removable or stationary, soft or hard armrests, with open shelves or minibars built into the sides. Some models do not have armrests at all. Such designs are installed in the bedroom, because the absence of side parts makes it easier to access the unfolded sofa from any side.

Despite the fact that there are no official uniform size standards, and manufacturers offer to produce the selected model in any required dimensions, there are several main options for upholstered furniture: standard straight, large, small and corner sofa. The table shows the parameters of products of different sizes. You should definitely familiarize yourself with the dimensions of the furniture before purchasing.

Bed size, mm

When purchasing a furniture structure, you need to pay attention to the dimensions not only when folded, but also when unfolded. The pantograph sofa requires quite a lot of working space to unfold.

Dimensions

Sofas with a pantograph transformation mechanism are available in various sizes. When purchasing a particular model, you need to compare the dimensions of the product with the area of ​​the room. In addition, if the sofa is planned to be used as a bed, then when unfolded it should not clutter up the room too much.

The most compact sizes are straight models without armrests. The length from one side to the other varies from 195 to 200 cm. The height of the pillows does not exceed 93-95 cm. When unfolding a model with no armrests, a fairly spacious sleeping place is formed, the width of which is at least 145 cm, and the length varies from 195 cm up to 200cm.

The small size of this configuration in no way affects the size of the bed.

Straight models with armrests have slightly larger dimensions not only when folded, but also when unfolded. Overall dimensions, as a rule, have the following numerical options: 105x 245x80; 102x225x85; 100x260x80; 108x206x75.

The berth formed when the sofa is folded out has a width of at least 150 cm, and for some models it is even larger and reaches 160 cm. The length of the berth is 200 cm, models with a length of 206 cm are available.

Corner options are larger in size compared to straight models. Length options vary widely and you can choose a product depending on the size of the room:

• The length can be 225 cm, 235 cm, 250 cm, 270 cm and even 350 cm.
• Depth in corner models is measured from the back wall to the front strip of the protruding corner element. As a rule, it varies from 155 cm to 180 cm.
• The sleeping area has dimensions: 155×196; 155x215; 160x210.

Manufacturing materials

Manufacturers of upholstered furniture produce transformable sofas with a variety of fillings, upholstery and frame materials. The service life of the product depends on the choice of components. In the production of economic models, cheaper and therefore lower quality materials are used.

To make the base the following are used:

1. Metal frame. The steel frame is made of thin-walled tubes. Models with a tick-tock transformation mechanism are produced with the installation of a combined or metal base. The use of lamellas or wavy springs allows you to increase the permitted maximum weight to 250 kg.
2. Tree. High-quality and durable frames are made from hardwood materials: oak, walnut, ash. The use of pine reduces the cost of production, reduces the cost of the finished product, but negatively affects the quality and durability. Elite models are made of mahogany. The sofa folding mechanism is made of steel parts.
3. Chipboard and plywood. Combined frames, in which wood and particle boards are combined, are installed to reduce the cost of furniture. Sofas with a plywood base are considered the most fragile.

Pros and cons of the mechanism

The teak sofa mechanism has a number of advantages:

1. It can be used daily with virtually no wear on the mechanism, unlike models in which the layout is carried out using rollers;

2. It is easy to use, has high strength and is reliable. The frame of the products is made of natural wood, and it is filled with high-quality foam rubber, the thickness of which is always at least five centimeters;

3. These models have spacious drawers for spare pillows, blankets and other bedding;

4. Such furniture is easy to place in the center of the living room, near walls and corners;

5. Products with such a mechanism, after laying out, form a fairly spacious place to sleep. This bed can accommodate several people at the same time.

6. Almost all models include decorative pillows and bolsters, which serve as additional decoration for the product itself and the room;

7. Despite the fact that basically all the lines of the frame of such sofas are completely straight, the corners between them are rounded. This was done to preserve the beautiful, neat appearance of the product for a long time and to avoid shocks and injuries to users.

8. The assembly process is incredibly simple. First, the backrest rises, and then the seat pushes away from you.

9. A product of this type can withstand a weight of up to two hundred and forty kilograms.

And a number of disadvantages: 1. Most models, when folded, are equipped with an overly wide seat, which causes discomfort during rest or simple sitting. 2. The cost of the product is quite high, since the tick-tock mechanism itself is expensive. 3. If the device fails, repairs can only be made for a large sum of money.

In the video: sofa tick-tock.

Popular manufacturers

Russian manufacturers use modern equipment of the latest generation, high-quality materials, and high-quality fittings. Designers are developing the latest models of upholstered furniture taking into account the wishes of consumers. Popular factories that monitor the quality of finished products and offer a wide range of sofas with a pantograph transformation mechanism:

1. "Parma". A factory from Perm that specializes in the production of children's furniture. Only high-quality and safe materials, Russian and foreign, are used in our work. Another domestic company known for its modern and practical furniture. Production is located in Ulyanovsk. The company prides itself on combining experience, expert knowledge and the latest developments.
2. "MDV". A domestic manufacturer that has been operating since 1998. The product range includes more than 150 furniture models. The manufacturer assures that any product can be used both at home and for commercial purposes.
3. "Master Furniture". This company specializes in the manufacture of sofas and armchairs only. The assortment includes straight, angular, modular models, advertisers, and kitchen products.

The “tick-tock” sofa is very convenient to use, easily unfolds, does not take up too much space, and is therefore in demand among people with different incomes and standards of living. It does not damage the floor covering and creates a smooth sleeping area. When choosing, you should pay attention to a model from a well-known manufacturer; be sure to read the quality certificate.

Parma

Ardoni

MDV

Master Furniture

Types and types of mechanisms

Today, furniture production has a large number of types and types of mechanisms. The photo below shows only some of them (the most common):

Click-clack

The click-clack mechanism has three positions, one for lying down and two for sitting. Usually installed on modern lamella-type models.

Meralax

Meralax is one of the reliable French clamshell layout mechanisms. It has an orthopedic effect in two versions - lamella and metal weaving.

Dolphin

The “dolphin” mechanism is exactly the option that combines compactness and convenience. The seat is attached to the side parts of the frame, pulling the mechanism out of the niche “towards you” to the upper horizontal position by the transverse bar and we get a full-fledged sleeping place.

This is the simplest of all existing mechanisms. When made of high quality, it is stable and durable, but, as a rule, the metal from which it is made leaves much to be desired.

Accordion

The “accordion” mechanism is one of the most popular mechanisms for transforming sofas; it has three layout positions.

One part is fixed, the other two have moving parts that are secured with locks.

Now it is installed mainly on modern models of upholstered furniture.

The most common mechanism is installed on a sofa book. It is quite simple in layout and has a number of advantages over other models. The entire structure is made of thick metal and high-quality rivets.

You can also familiarize yourself with other types of sofa transformation mechanisms in the article Review of sofa transformation mechanisms.

Sofa with Tick-tock mechanism (Pantograph)

Due to their compactness and ease of use, folding sofas quickly became and still remain popular furniture, which is often used to decorate small apartments. One of the options for a folding design is a sofa with a tick-tock mechanism. Our article will describe in detail all the features of this piece of furniture.

Sofas with tick-tock mechanism

What makes sofas with a tick-tock mechanism stand out?

The choice of sofa depends on who will use it for several years. It should be comfortable and functional furniture, easy to use and fit well into the interior created in the room. It is not only a place to sit while watching movies, it can be a comfortable and cozy sleeping place. It is these structures that should be easy and simple to unfold. This ability is a distinctive feature of sofas that have a tick-tock mechanism. Even children enjoy using furniture with such a device.

Features and advantages of the design

The mechanism received its name for its simplicity and accessibility. Unfolding in two steps or clicks, like the movement of an ancient walker, sounding “tick-tock”. The main feature and significant advantage of such furniture designs is the ability to get a fairly spacious sleeping area after unfolding.

In addition, these products have a number of other features that attract the attention of consumers and make such furniture a top seller:

1. Compact size and shape, allowing you to install the sofa even in a small room. Most models are made in the form of corner structures and look great in any interior. They can be placed in the living room, in the nursery, and in the bedroom. They are especially convenient in small apartments.

2. The pantograph transformation method allows you to get a comfortable bed after performing simple movements. It is based on a system called the “Eurobook”. The developers have improved it a little, and now it is enough to remove the pillows, slightly lift them, pull part of the seat towards you, lower the back of the sofa and get a spacious sleeping area. The main components are springs and a synchronizer rod, which ensures a flat surface when unfolded.

Unfolding process

3. The entire structure has received well-deserved trust from consumers due to its high level of strength and long service life. The solid, reliable frame is made of natural wood; foam rubber is used as a filler, the thickness of which is at least 5 cm.3

4. Equipping with a spacious compartment for storing bedding, spare blankets or other items is a big plus that consumers appreciate.

5. It is very easy to assemble the device. To do this, you need to raise the backrest and, lifting it, push the seat away from you. This is what makes the tick-tock sofa mechanism different.

Distinctive features of the Tic-Tac mechanism

Sofas with a tick-tock mechanism are chosen by those consumers who are especially careful about the carpets or flooring in their home. After all, if the floor has expensive parquet or a carpet with long, fluffy and thick pile, then it will hardly occur to you to buy a sofa whose mechanism is equipped with wheels.

How to fold out a sofa tick-tock

Unfolding it is not a difficult task, just follow these instructions:

1. Remove pillows and other decorative items from the pantograph.
2. Gently lift the seat, pull it forward, and then place it on the floor.
3. To fill the empty space behind the seat, lower the soft part of the backrest into it.
4. Cover the unfolded furniture with bed linen.

Photo: The principle of operation of the tick-tock mechanism (pantograph) in the sofa
To assemble the pantograph back, do all the described steps in reverse order. It is very easy to unfold and fold the sofa, so it can be used to decorate a child’s room without worrying that the child will not be able to handle it on his own. Transformation is possible even with one hand.

Photo: Tick-tock sofa, model Julia from Hoff

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantages include the following:

1. Ease of use.
2. Reliability and durability.
3. Smooth sleeping surface.
4. Spacious linen drawer.
5. When unfolded, the legs do not damage the floor covering.

There are not many disadvantages of tick-tock sofas, but they still exist:

• For some, the seat when folded may seem too wide;
• the design consists of a large number of parts, which complicates the repair of furniture if it breaks;
• high price.

What is it, pros and cons

A multifunctional teak sofa is, first of all, comfort and ease of use. This piece of furniture received its interesting name thanks to the built-in mechanism in the design. This special device is called a pantograph, thanks to which sofas received their second name. Due to the pantograph mechanism, when unfolded, the sofa does not roll out on wheels like a Eurobook, but “steps” forward.

The pantograph rod design allows you to unfold the sofa in two steps without damaging the floor coverings.

Absolutely anyone can cope with this transformation mechanism. Sofas with this design can be unfolded daily without damaging the mechanism, since it has long-term wear resistance, unlike models with other folding mechanisms.

The strength and reliability of this model is also achieved due to the frame of the product made of natural wood. Thanks to this frame, the sofa can withstand weight up to 200 kg.

The presence of spacious drawers for storing bed linen, blankets and pillows is also a definite advantage of all models.

An important advantage of sofas of this type is the presence of a wide sleeping area when unfolded and compact dimensions when assembled. This is especially convenient when installing in small apartments.

In order to unfold a tick-tock sofa, you do not need a margin of centimeters between the wall and the back of the product, unlike a Eurobook. Thanks to the convenient transformation mechanism and small size when assembled, the sofa can be installed anywhere: in the center, against the wall and even in the corner.

All sofa models are equipped with decorative pillows and bolsters, which decorate not only the product itself, but also the room where they are installed. In addition, each model, although different in design, has rounded corners despite the straight lines of the frame itself.

The rounding of the corners is done to preserve the skin for a longer time and prevent all kinds of injuries.

The tick-tock sofa, which has such undeniable advantages and numerous advantages, unfortunately, has some disadvantages. The wide seat of the sofa when assembled causes some discomfort and is not very convenient for use while sitting.

The cost of models with such a mechanism is quite high, and if it breaks down, repairs will cost a significant amount of money.

Customer Reviews

Most often, buyers of tick-tock sofas are satisfied with the purchased furniture. They note the following advantages:

• convenience and ease of unfolding and folding, thanks to which the furniture can be used by both children and adults;
• compact dimensions that allow you to comfortably place such furniture even in the smallest rooms;
• convenient double rear partition;
• when disassembled, the pantograph looks no worse than when assembled;
• beautiful appearance that allows you to fit harmoniously into any interior;
• convenient and spacious linen box;
• Spacious bed that can easily accommodate two adults.

What is the difference between tick-tock and eurobook mechanisms, which is better?

“Tick-tock” is an improved version of the “Eurobook”, distinguished by its transformation mechanism.

When unfolding the “Eurobook”, the seat rolls on its wheels on the floor each time, while in the “tick-tock” design a pantograph is installed that allows you to extend the seat without touching the floor.

Because of this feature, frequent use of the “Eurobook” as a bed can lead to rapid damage to the floor covering. Therefore, if you plan to disassemble transformable furniture every evening, it is worth buying “tick-tock”, which is completely safe for any floor covering. In addition, the wheels used in the “Eurobook” often fail, which is another disadvantage of this design.

Video: Tick-tock mechanism (pantograph) in the sofa, how it unfolds

The tick-tock sofa bed is a comfortable and reliable piece of furniture, perfect for a small apartment. If you spend money on purchasing such a piece of furniture, you will get a sofa that will fit perfectly into the design of your home and will last for many years.

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Tick-tock mechanism in the sofa

The tick-tock mechanism for upholstered furniture has a number of advantages over other popular sofa folding mechanisms. Otherwise it is called a pantograph. Manufacturers began to use this type of design relatively recently. Durable details and the ease with which the sofa turns into a bed are the main advantages that attract buyers. The “tick-tock” transformation mechanism is used to equip large modular sofas for home theaters, furnish spacious living rooms and small apartments.

They are used for relaxing in living rooms during the day, while watching TV shows, reading books, talking with family and guests. And as a sleeping bed at night. The name "tick-tock" is reminiscent of the characteristic sound that is heard during transformation.

Operation of the Pantograph-angular mechanism

The “Pantograph” (Tic-Tac) mechanism is a walking mechanism that allows you to protect your parquet or carpet from traces of rollers and sofa bed legs. When unfolded, the Tic-Tac transformation mechanism rises above the floor and then carefully stands on it. There is nothing complicated about it - see for yourself!

How to properly lay out sofas tick-tock? First, remove the pillows from the backrest and set them aside. Then, with a slight movement, we push the seat up and forward, holding it by the lower part of the front panel. The Pantograph mechanism works precisely at this stage - it helps you carefully place the seat on the floor. The back of the sofa lowers, creating a flat surface. If desired, you can use sofa cushions to create even more comfort.

We hope that thanks to the “animated pictures” and our instructions, you were able to clearly imagine how the pantograph transformation mechanism works. However, even a child can fold and unfold the pantograph sofa without outside help. The maximum load on the teak-tock mechanism is 240 kg. This means that two or even three people can sleep on it.

The Tic-Tac transformation mechanism allows you to provide you with a comfortable rest on a wide sleeping place; it will also come in handy in the evening - for comfortable reading or watching TV. In addition, most models of such sofas have a large drawer for bed linen.

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Principle of operation

The transformation mechanism is quite simple. The main stages of its unfolding are listed below:

1. Soft pillows that are included in the furniture set are removed from the surface.
2. The seat is lifted up, smoothly pulled out and placed on legs made of a durable profile.
3. The rear backrest is folded into the resulting space.

Note! When extended, the sofa legs do not scratch the floor or spoil the carpet pile.

Its predecessor, the Eurobook transforming device, did not have such a retractable element, which helps raise the sofa plane above the floor without the legs touching the covering. A pantograph is an improved and modernized mechanical method of unfolding a surface to the level of a berth. Complex in its design, it nevertheless makes the transformation process easy and convenient.

Characteristics and main differences

The “tick-tock” transforming device differs from competitive models in high quality materials, reliable long-term operation without breakdowns, and wear resistance. Here are the main characteristics of sofas with this mechanism:

• The complex design of a high technical level allows it to be installed on wide sofas of various configurations. And also equip the furniture with shelves-armrests with the function of shelving;
• does not require physical strength and complex manipulations during transformation;
• daily use of the bed function does not weaken the effect of the pantograph;
• The wide and level sleeping area can withstand loads of up to 240 kg.

• in a range of fabric upholstery, including leather. A variety of colors from dark muted to light bright colors;
• with a set of soft multi-colored pillows to match the sofa upholstery. When dirty, covers can be removed for washing. If you wish, you can sew the covers yourself;
• with built-in drawers for storing things and bedding.

Reasonable prices will please you, and the luxurious look will decorate any most fashionable living room.

Important! The mechanism is reliable and retains its functionality for many years, even under frequent use.

Corner furniture with “pantograph”

Corner sofas with a tick-tock mechanism look modern and stylish in both bedrooms and living rooms. Make communication between family members or guests comfortable. Their main advantage: the presence of two drawers for linen. A lifting ottoman in the corner and a spacious closet for storing any items under the seat. There are corner orthopedic sofas. An orthopedic block in the form of independent springs is installed under the sleeping surface. Here’s a video demonstration of how the “tick tock” mechanism works in a sofa:

Advice! The corners are attached on the left and right sides. When purchasing upholstered furniture, pay attention to where the ledge is located and what its dimensions are. To do this, it is recommended to first measure the room and decide where your useful purchase will be placed. Then it will fit comfortably in the room and will look elegant without cluttering up the space of the room.

How to choose the right sofa with such a mechanism

Sofas with a tick-tock mechanism are available on the market in a wide range and vary in size and configuration. When purchasing, you need to pay attention to a number of features of models of this type, which will help you choose the most successful product option.

Sofas with armrests are also popular because you can lean on them or place a pillow comfortably while sleeping.

1. Corner sofas are versatile and will suit the design of any room. In a large living room they can be placed in the center or against the wall; in a small living room it is more convenient to place them in the corner.
2. Straight ones take up little space when folded, but you need to understand that you will need additional space to unfold them.
3. One of the design elements is the armrests. More often they are present in hard or soft versions. The hard ones are made of wood, the soft ones are upholstered with fabric and protect against injury, which is especially important in a house where there are small children. In a small apartment, to save space, you can install a sofa without armrests.
4. The presence of springs on the seat is important if the structure is converted into a sleeping place. Their installation prevents sagging and squeaking, since each of them is wrapped in textiles. Moreover, the more springs in the block, the higher the density of this structural element, which can be compared in its properties with an orthopedic mattress. Cylinder-shaped springs are made of durable steel, located between steel frames and connected to each other with a spiral wire. A distinctive feature of spring sofas is their ability to withstand large mechanical loads and can be adjusted to the shape of the body.
5. Springless models are made using resilient and elastic polyurethane foam. It is durable and does not cause allergies. They can be installed in children's rooms, including for a child's sleep, or living rooms, if it is not planned to organize a sleeping place for an adult.

What do the owners say about the “walking” sofa?

As a rule, people who have purchased Tick-Tock leave very good reviews about the “walking” transformation. They are satisfied with:

• simplicity of the mechanism when unfolding the sofa. Both young and old people can cope with this;
• compact dimensions;
• beautiful design, soft landing cushions;
• high legs, additional rear partition. When disassembled it looks aesthetically pleasing and beautiful. Fits organically into the design of the room;
• a fairly spacious box for bedding;
• The sleeping area is the size of a double bed. The connection of two parts of sofa cushions does not disturb the flat sleeping surface.

By the way! The Eurobook mechanism damages the carpet when pulled out. Wheels often fail. “Tick-tock” does not have these disadvantages.

What is a tick-tock mechanism in a sofa?

The mechanism received such an unusual “cheerful” name for the two clicks that occur when the product is unfolded. It has significant advantages:

• ease of conversion into a sleeping place;
• organization of a spacious bed;
• reliability.

Who produces

Prices vary depending on the finishing material. There are no downsides to using sofas with a tick-tock device. All parameters correspond to the purpose of the furniture, both as a place to relax in front of the TV and as a comfortable place to sleep. Today, many factories throughout Russia have launched the production of furniture with a “walking” mechanism. Among them:

• Furniture factory "Donavan", Shchelkovo.
• Furniture factory "Karina", Izhevsk.
• Furniture factory "Vivat", Ryazan.
• Furniture factory "Mirabel", Kostroma.
• Furniture factory "Fares", Kirov.
• Furniture factory “Formula of Comfort”, Ulyanovsk.
• Furniture factory "Anyuta", Vladivostok.
• Furniture factory "Viyana", Moscow.

Factories cooperate with furniture showrooms, shops, and regional warehouses. A fairly extensive network of online stores has appeared. Product catalogs and descriptions are presented on the pages of their websites. Consultative assistance from expert sellers is provided. You can choose sofa products according to your taste, size and color.

Each manufacturer has official websites. You can purchase furniture through a warehouse, bypassing the intermediary. Most products have a service warranty period. Functional furniture with a tick-tock mechanism will make your home cozy and modern.

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