Whether you’re maximizing a small space or getting several uses out of one room, a convertible sofa is the way to go.
Say ‘sofa bed’ or ‘futon’ to most homeowners and they’ll think back to their childhoods and the hugely uncomfortable, lumpy sofa that converted to a hugely uncomfortable, lumpy bed whenever family came to visit. Those days are over.
Modern convertible sofas aren’t those long gone sofas. They are the ‘it’ piece. With it, you have a fabulous sofa that can be enjoyed in any space, and when you convert it, any room in your home can become a backup bedroom. Well, maybe not the kitchen. But otherwise, you’re good to go with the latest versions of convertible sofas available.
A Home Office Or A Spare Bedroom? Why Not Both!
A dedicated spare bedroom is a nice to have feature in a home but it’s not always realistic. You want an office; he wants a man cave complete with a bed for when someone is snoring.
He wants a spare bedroom for when his parents visit; you want a room sized closet. For your shoes. There is a way you can both have what you want.
WHi’s Loft Sofa in black is the adult version of your college futon, but with so much more. Sleek and contemporary in design with solid chrome legs and faux leather thick tufted seating, this convertible sofa will enhance the look of any room and then easily switch to a bed, with a hidden third leg for extra support.
Loft Convertible Sofa in Black (also available in White)
A Smaller Home Or Apartment Just Got Bigger
While the trend to tiny homes is taking hold and big cities are building fewer large affordable apartments, a sacrifice of space to have the right location might be the order of the day. But don’t worry, it’s easy to make that small space seem bigger. Use mirrors and light to create a sense of space, benches for seating that also double as storage and, yes, a convertible sofa for your guests.
Plush seating that converts to a sturdy bed with superior comfort is WHi’s Luxor Sofa in Grey. The extended back platform makes this bed strong and supportive for sleeping and the tuft detail cushion makes it an easy place to rest one’s head for the night. Or perhaps a few nights!
Luxor Convertible Sofa in Grey
No Need To Give Up Luxury
If a standard convertible sofa still isn’t giving you the comfortable seating option that you are looking for, opt instead for a day bed. Any space can go from an elegant seating area to an overnight retreat with a comfortable day bed. Using standard twin size mattresses, a day bed is the perfect option for a child’s room or a spare room that needs to be used for another purpose during daylight hours.
The high back and rolled arms of !nspire’s Kensington Day Bed is ideal for lazing about with several pillows, a good book and a cup of tea, but it is doubly fantastic because it also includes a twin size trundle bed.
The micro-corduroy fabric is subtle and will blend in with most any décor, while the silver nail head accents and button tufting on the back and sides give the sofa / bed that little bit of something extra in terms of design.
Whether you opt for a convertible sofa or a day bed, having that little bit of space to host an overnight guest or two is a functional and yet elegant extra that every home should have.