When you think of a sofa sleeper, what comes to mind? For many of us, it conjures an uncomfortable memory of a sleepover. That memory has traumatized us and caused us to cringe whenever someone mentions a sleeper sofa. We’ve booked hotel rooms to avoid staying and a friend’s or relative’s home, where a sleeper sofa is the only option for guests. But when was the last time you took a look at the sleeper sofa combos? There have been quite a few advancements made over the years, and a sleeper sofa isn’t the awkward piece of machinery it once was.
Pop-up sleeper sofas are L-shaped couches with a chaise lounge on one end and a couple of hidden features. One is the sleeper that hides under the loveseat section. You pull it out and pop it up to extend the loveseat. It creates a full or queen-sized bed that can be used as a long-term sleeping option.
Place one in your guest bedroom and give visitors a choice to sit on the loveseat or stretch out on the chaise. Then they can use those same comfortable cushions to sleep on when they pop out of the sleeper. For studio apartments, pop-up sleepers serve as seating during the day and a big bed at night.
The other hidden feature is the storage in the chaise lounge. The seat lifts to reveal a rather large drum where you can store a number of items. Keep the bedding in the storage drum as it can hold blankets, sheets, and pillows. You or your guests will have everything you need for a restful sleep in one central location.
Sofa beds are another style of sleeper sofa that works well in small spaces. The back of the sofa sleeper drops to meet the seating transforming the piece into a full bed. It’s sleek, lightweight, and transitions easily.
Both the pop-up sleeper and sofa bed come in a wide variety of colors and textures to complement any décor. If your home has an eclectic design, you can find bright-colored sofas to tie into the room. If you’re more traditional, then warm colors will go with the theme. Cooler colors fit well with casual, relaxed themes. Prints and patterns will add character and a touch of your personality to the piece.
Neutrals like beige and gray are calming. White sofas are visually stunning and will make the room feel bigger. Black is a classic color that brings sophistication to the space. You can use one of these neutrals and add pops of color with sofa pillows and throw blankets.
The material you choose is equally as important as the color. For households that are consistently busy throughout the day, performance fabrics are ideal. They are either made or treated to prevent stains and are resistant to oil and water. So if your child spills their soda on the sofa or your pet knocks over a glass of juice, you won’t have to worry about destroying the aesthetic.
Leather cleans easily and is a durable, long-lasting material. Simply wipe away spills with a damp cloth. It’s also hypo-allergenic, so allergy sufferers won’t have to worry about watery eyes or itchy noses while they sleep.
Natural fabric like cotton is resilient and also stands the test of time. Wool blends are another durable fabric that hides stains well. They are easier to clean than most other materials. Choosing the right sofa bed for your home depends on a few factors. Hopefully, this guide was able to make that decision a lot simpler for you.