How Do You Buy A Sofa Bed?
To be sure you have an attractive sofa bed that’s easy to sleep and sit on, check out the following shopping steps. Step 1 Consider what size sleep-sofa works best for you. Ask yourself who will be most likely to use the bed (a couple or an individual), what size sheets you already own, how large the room is (it may not be able to accommodate a queen-size sofa bed), and so forth, before you shop. Step 2 Examine the fabric to be sure that the pattern on the cushion (plaid, floral, stripe) aligns with the front platform (or rail) of the sofa. Step 3 Turn over the sofa and make sure the legs are screwed in. The frame should be wood with corner blocks and glue; don’t buy a sofa with nailed, stapled or unbraced joints – these will loosen and wobble. Step 4 Sit on the center cushion and an end cushion for several minutes to make sure both spots are comfortable, and lie on the sofa as a sofa if you will do so once the piece is purchased. Is it comfortable as a sofa? Step 5 Remove the sofa cus
Confused by all the choices? Here’s a basic guide to help you navigate the world of “convertible furniture.” • The first thing to determine is how you’re going to use it. Most manufacturers emphasize either sitting comfort OR sleeping comfort, but very few consider both. So it’s important to think about whether you want it primarily for use as a sofa or a bed. A sofa bed is always a compromise; it is never the best sofa or the best bed available. • Have an idea of what you’re willing to pay before you go shopping. You can expect a good quality sofa bed to sell for between $600-$1000. Anything under $500 and you’re asking for trouble. • There are numerous systems for converting a sofa to a bed on the market, but the three most popular are the traditional pull-out sofa bed, futon furniture, and davenports. Before shopping at a “bricks and mortar” store, do some research online so that you know what to expect and which questions to ask. • Traditional pull-out sofa beds are represented by
