An ottoman with a spring block and a box for linen

When arranging rooms with a small area, they prefer compact furniture with a transformation mechanism. This description corresponds to the ottoman with a spring unit and a box for linen. The model combines comfort and practicality, suitable for sleep and rest.

Features, Pros and Cons

Ottoman combines the features of the sofa and bed. In the folded state, the piece of furniture is used for sitting, reading books, day rest. It is placed in the living room, study, in the kitchen and, of course, in the bedroom.

In a disassembled position, the ottoman turns into a bed for one or two people.

Advantages of the model:

  • Small dimensions. Furniture takes up relatively little space, is placed in conditions of limited space;
  • The presence of a built-in box. Thanks to this design feature, bed linen, unnecessary or seasonal items can be stored in the ottoman. This allows you to free cabinets for storing other items;
  • Convenient transformation mechanism. To straighten the sofa can anyone, even a child;
  • Low price. An ottoman is cheaper than a double bed, but in the unfolded state is not inferior to it in terms of comfort and size.

The furniture is used as a permanent bed; it is used in case of a sudden arrival of relatives or friends. By the couch, you can pick up chairs from the same material, made in a similar color scheme - in this case, you get a set, designed in the same style.

The disadvantages of the model include design features: the system may begin to squeak or fail. If you plan to lay out the ottoman every day, it is recommended to purchase a model, the manufacture of which used wear-resistant materials. The downside is the fact that not all mechanisms are fixed in the upper position.

Species

Brands offer a wide variety of models differing in design and external features.For couples fit large models, children, on the contrary, it is preferable to buy small furniture.

Today there are such types of ottomans:

  • Single bed With sliding (with vykatny) boxes for storage of things;
  • Double bed Corresponds to the size of a full bed. A feature of the model is that it does not need to separately purchase a mattress.
  • Sofa ottoman with a back. Convenient model for daytime entertainment. You can lean on the soft back during meals, watching TV, meeting with friends.
  • Teenage and children's. Colorful furniture, made in bright colors, decorated with drawings and patterns.
  • In the angular version. Compactness, practicality - the characteristic features of the model. She is deprived of one armrest, fit in the far corner of the room.

In the studio apartment, an ottoman can be placed in the kitchen. This furniture, in the first place, will serve as a sofa. Preference is better to give a neutral design and calm shades. The design features of such an ottoman will be the same as other models, the very version of its placement will be original.

The sofa will allow to divide the room into zones, to distribute free space.

Types of spring block

The basis of the sofa determines the comfort of rest.The spring unit, as the name implies, consists of springs of various shapes and sizes, composed in a predetermined configuration. From their number and location depends on the height of the seat, the duration of service.

Cheap filler can sag, it holds the weight poorly and will bend after prolonged use.

Types of bases for an ottoman:

  • Bonnel. The classic block, equipped with bicone spring. Details are fastened with a spiral of high carbon alloys. The basis is resistant to wear, inexpensive, well ventilated due to the low density of the springs.
  • Independent unit. One of the most sought after foundations of high quality. The design is based on hundreds or even thousands of small springs that operate separately from each other. Three types of such blocks are distinguished: standard, reinforced and maximally reinforced. They differ in the number of built-in springs.

The blocks withstand constant loads well, are characterized by elasticity, do not creak and do not rustle during operation.

  • "Duet". Maximum reinforced orthopedic unit.Inside is two times more springs; duplicate part to withstand heavy loads. In addition, this design repeats the curves of the body and is useful for the spine. Distinctive features include a high level of wear resistance and a service life of up to 15 years.

The model is acquired for patients with osteochondrosis.

In more detail about the types and features of the spring blocks will tell the following video.

Dimensions

Products are manufactured in standard dimensions: there are single, one and a half and double models. When buying an ottoman take into account how many people will sleep or sit on it:

  • Typical length products is 2 meters, but there are exceptions.
  • Width The berth varies in the range from 80 to 180 cm.

Square furniture will be the original solution for the bedroom, but it will not fit in all the rooms.

Half-couch - the choice of those who like to fall apart on the couch while relaxing. Its dimensions will be 100x200 cm.

An ottoman for a couple will be more massive, it has dimensions of 140 by 190 cm. And the length of a single model is less than a meter.

Material

The cover of an ottoman is made as of natural,and from synthetic fabrics. Leather sofas are distinguished by luxury, pleasant to the touch, retain aesthetic characteristics for a long time. However, such models are expensive, not suitable for families with pets.

Premium materials also include natural velor and suede.

Textile ottoman - a practical and budget option that is popular with the audience. You can sheathe the sofa with a cloth of the same color or combine different tones and patterns, making contrasting armrests, back and seat.

Brands and models

Spring block ottomans are presented in the range of manufacturers around. Due to the style and design diversity, it is possible to choose furniture for any interior, successfully combine it with other items.

Famous furniture factories:

  • Dreamline. The furniture is made of laminated chipboard, solid ash and beech. Models are made in a wide color range, in different dimensions. Parts are brought from leading European suppliers, innovative technologies are regularly introduced into production.
  • "Yuliya". Domestic factory specializing in the production of upholstered furniture.Favorable price in combination with the high quality of products - a distinctive feature of the brand. It offers models with different types of transformation mechanisms: book, click-klyak, eurobook and others.
  • Rival. Budget sofas, equipped with removable covers. The brand is focused on families with children, produces moderately strong and durable furniture for a wide consumer segment. Covers can be easily removed for washing or replacement if necessary.
  • Ikea Well-known Finnish brand that creates functional furniture in a minimalist style. Monochrome ottomans are easily combined with other objects and fit well into the modern interior.

Models are durable, resistant to external mechanical stress.

  • "Elegy". Quality furniture at affordable prices. The domestic brand prefers modern and neoclassical styles: in the collections there are single-colored laconic models, sofas in the Provence style, and ottomans with a built-in bedside table.

Reviews

Buyers note the high quality and convenience of furniture with spring blocks. They do not compete with polyurethane, which sags too quickly. When buying should prefer a more expensive basis: it will be less deformed.

It is also recommended to pay attention to the flooring between the filler and the cover on which the life of the furniture depends.

  • Buyers include the Bonnel spring block with the Winter-Summer effect to good models. The base passes heat well, guarantees continuous air exchange, therefore in a hot season a person will feel a pleasant coolness, and in cold weather will not freeze. On one side of the block, the cover is made of wool, sheep or camel, on the other, cotton or bamboo fiber is used.
  • Positive feedback gets another model - an independent unit Pocket Spring. It consists of twisting springs, made in the form of a barrel. Every detail is in a case of durable matter, thereby achieving high structural strength. From the number of manufacturers isolated company Sonline.

Beautiful ideas in the interior

  • Ottoman with rounded corners - a universal model that will give the interior lightness and comfort. Sand, vanilla, and chestnut are attributed to universal shades, since they are easy to combine with other objects and they have a calming effect on the nervous system.

Such furniture will fit well into the interior with plain light walls and curtains of flowing fabrics.

  • Model in the style of "country" will be an unusual solution for a city apartment. The ottoman is made of wood, the details of the sofa are painted or varnished. The furniture will harmoniously look with wooden wall cladding, parquet or laminate.

The design of the room will complete the decor of natural materials.

  • Fans of luxury will love the Provence style couch. Furniture imitating antique, decorated with carved legs, patterned fabrics and is performed in light shades. A more casual version has a minimum of parts, but it is still made from expensive woods and is distinguished by sophistication.
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