27th February 2012

Is a corner sofa bed the ideal solution for you?

By Darlings Of Chelsea

If you often have unexpected guests or you need to put a friend or family member up for the night, there is nothing more convenient to have than a sofa bed. But while many people opt for a traditional sofa that folds out, you also have the option of getting a corner sofa bed. This is more appealing to some and it might just be perfect for the dimensions and space you have available in your living room.

How does a corner sofa bed work?

The corner arrangement actually works extremely well when you are looking for a good-sized sofa bed for those unexpected guests. A corner sofa bed can be purchased with either a single or double fold-out bed as part of the design. Consider this point carefully – it is usually best to invest in a corner sofa bed that can be transformed into a double bed rather than a single. This means you can always put two people up if required, rather than just the one.

Are corner sofa beds expensive to buy?

A sofa bed is usually slightly more expensive than a regular sofa. This is because there will be mechanisms hidden inside the sofa that will enable you to make it up into a bed when needed.

When you are looking at the wide range of corner sofa beds on the market today, make sure you opt for a metal action sofa bed if you can. These are designed to last longer than other simpler forms of design.

Another feature of many corner sofa beds is that they will come with inbuilt storage. If you have the choice of one with and one without storage of this kind, make sure you opt for the one with storage. It provides a place to put an extra duvet and pillow for convenience.

Is it best to get a leather corner sofa bed?

Leather Corner Sofa BedYes, a leather corner sofa bed can be a stunning and attractive addition to any living room. Leather is a timeless material so provided you don’t get a brightly coloured corner arrangement you can expect to use and enjoy yours for a long time to come. You can even change the rest of the decor and the sofa will still blend in beautifully.

It is also easier to clean and maintain the look of your leather sofa than it would be for a fabric one. Spillages can easily be mopped up and the leather – providing it is good quality – is much harder wearing.

Just remember to measure your room accurately before you make that all-important choice. This will enable you to get the right-sized sofa that will fit in the correct corner. Consider where the remainder of your furniture is as well, to ensure you get the very best choice for your needs.

Whichever corner sofa bed you decide on, it will become a stunning focal point in that room. And of course, it will also provide a hidden sleeping area for those times when you need it the most.