An excellent solution for small apartments - a kitchenette with a sleeping place

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It is common knowledge that the cost of housing is quite high. It is for this reason that many buy small apartments, claiming "albeit small, but their own." However, there is no escape from the holidays, anniversaries, when relatives and acquaintances come to visit. It is then that the question of accommodation arises. Of course, you can place everyone on the floor, but comfort in this case is out of the question. The exit will be a kitchen corner with a sleeping place. Modern models are easily transformed, and when folded, they practically do not take up space. Today we will talk about the materials for the manufacture of such structures, the mechanisms of their transformation. Let's separately dwell on the possibility of making a corner with our own hands.

Kitchen nooks with sleeping places are very convenient when guests come to the house

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1 Positive and negative sides of folding kitchen corners with a berth
2 Arrangement of kitchen sofas with a berth
3 homemaster.techinfus.com/en/ editorial recommendations for choosing a kitchen sofa with a sleeping berth
4 Kitchen corner with a berth: an overview of models, photo examples
5 Do-it-yourself kitchen corner: is it so difficult
6 Review of prices for kitchen corner sofas with sleeper
7 Let's sum up
8 Video about the corner "Quadro-7DU":

Positive and negative sides of folding kitchen corners with a berth

It does not matter whether a corner with a sleeping place in the kitchen in a store is purchased, made to order or with his own hands, the owner is faced with certain pros and cons of the design. Now we will analyze them in detail point by point. Let's start with the positives:

such a corner is multifunctional. It not only folds out into a sleeping place, but also allows you to store things in special lockers;
when buying, a complete set of kitchen furniture is purchased, which allows you to get rid of the need to select a suitable color;
with the right selection, the kitchen space is rationally filled, the design of modern products is very pleasant.

Some items made from cheap materials are very low cost, but should not be purchased

Now for the cons. Among them:

not in every furniture store you can choose a corner suitable for a kitchen set in style, this is a rather time-consuming task;
such kits are conservative and monotonous. If the owner wants something unique, he will have to make it to order.

Surely it is clear to the reader that the pros and cons can be divided as 50/50, which means that we will figure out further whether it is worth purchasing such furniture.

Arrangement of kitchen sofas with a berth

Such designs can differ in various parameters, namely:

body material and construction;
upholstery material;
transformation mechanism (withdrawable system "Dolphin" or withdrawable French);
the presence or absence of storage compartments;
sizes.

We will deal with all the items on our list in stages.

The main thing is that the furniture matches the interior design

Materials of manufacture and construction of the body of kitchen sofas

The most common material for the manufacture of such structures is laminated particle board (Laminated chipboard), which can have colors for natural wood - beech, walnut, alder, cherry, apple. More expensive sofas are made of natural solid wood. The design consists of 3 sections: two are straight and one is angular.

Materials used for upholstery of seats, backs, berth

Despite the fact that in the kitchen it is often possible to stain the seat, in addition to leather and leatherette, textiles are used. To give originality and sophistication, many upholstery seats and backs with flock or chenille, however, it is not uncommon for the seats and backs of the sofa to remain in their "original" form (unfinished laminated chipboard). For softness, foam rubber is laid under the finishing material.

Pretty impractical stuff. For the living room - perhaps, but not for the kitchen

Differences in kitchen nooks that fold out into a sleeping place, according to the transformation mechanism

Today we will not dwell on complex special transformation mechanisms. Let's analyze the 2 most famous types - the Dolphin roll-out system and the folding French mechanism.

Good to know! You should not try to acquire more complex mechanisms of the transformation system. Despite the seeming ease with which the sofa will open, their reliability is much lower due to the large number of component parts. And the cost is much higher.

Dolphin system: what it is and how it works

It is considered the most simple and convenient. When folded, it completely replaces the usual kitchen corner. To transform into a sleeping place, you need to push the lower part out from under the sofa, and then slightly pull it up. Of the folding options, the Dolphin system is the cheapest.

The principle of operation of the Dolphin mechanism

French folding system

The mechanism is not much more complicated here. When folded it is also a sofa, but there are 3 sections hidden in the seat. If you pull the top, the system transforms in the manner of a conventional clamshell. A small drawback here is the unfolded dimensions, which are larger than in the previous version.Although for some it may even be an advantage.

French clamshell - the system is not much more complicated than the previous one

Sofa with compartments for things or without - what to choose

If you decide to buy a kitchen couch with a berth, be prepared for the fact that part of the space under the seats, which could be occupied by lockers for things, will have to be sacrificed. But at the same time, the second straight part remains, in which there is a place for this. There can be two versions here - built-in drawers and drawers. The design will have to be chosen based on the area of the kitchen.

Helpful information! Built-in drawers take up less space when used, opening upwards. However, this is also a disadvantage. If there is a person on the sofa, he will have to get up. The pull-out option is more convenient in this sense, but when using the lockers, a lot of space will be required. And if the table in the kitchen is close to each other, it will not work to open them.

Storage boxes can be very useful in a small kitchen area.

Dimensions of kitchen sofas with a berth

The dimensions of such kitchen furniture depend on the usable area of the room. The number of residents plays an important role. There are various models of corners, designed for a certain number of people. Surely the dear reader noticed that one corner bench is longer than the other. The manufacturer offers options "2 + 1" (the most common), "3 + 1", "2 + 2" or "3 + 3". However, depending on the area of the kitchen, the standard sizes may not fit into the interior. Then all that remains is to contact small furniture manufacturers and design a corner according to its size.

Standard dimensions of a sofa for small spaces

homemaster.techinfus.com/en/ editorial recommendations for choosing a kitchen sofa with a sleeping berth

The choice of such furniture is not easy. For this reason, it should be approached responsibly. There are several rules to follow that will not allow you to be disappointed after purchase.

The main task is to make the correct measurements. It should be borne in mind that for comfortable movement around the kitchen, passages of 80-90 cm are needed. oven must open freely. If you plan to periodically unfold the berth, then a massive table is not suitable for the kitchen. Ideal here would be a folding table that can be easily removed and mounted on the wall.

It is convenient to combine such folding tables with sofas in small kitchens.

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A complex designer sofa can also be a problem - it will not look in kitchen interior... It is better to pay attention to simpler models. When purchasing such furniture, do not hesitate to lie on the sofa directly in the store. You need to understand if it is convenient.

Very important! When purchasing, check all documentation from the manufacturer, the certificate of conformity. It is better to overpay a little by purchasing a quality product than after “biting your elbows”.

Kitchen corner with a berth: an overview of models, photo examples

When purchasing such furniture, it is easy to get lost in a huge range of models and manufacturers. It is for this reason that the editors of homemaster.techinfus.com/en/ decided to compile a small overview of the most popular of them. We will provide our dear reader with photo examples that will help you make the right choice.

Kitchen corner sofa with berth "Austin"

Kitchen corners with sleeping place "Austin" - these are pretty neat products covered with eco-leather. It is resistant to abrasion and chemicals. The armrests are reinforced from the inside with laminated chipboard inserts, thanks to which (according to the manufacturer) they will not deform over time.Below you can see a photo of this model.

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Sofas for the kitchen "Domino" and their features

Kitchen corner with sleeping place "Domino" looks more austere. Lack of armrests, seemingly sharp corners. Judging by the reviews of the owners, its plus is that it takes up little space. However, it is not suitable for permanent use. It's all the fault of the inconvenience of operation when unfolded. You will see a photo of the corner shop "Domino" below.

Kitchen benches "Tokyo": differences from previous options

The sofa with the Eurobook transformation is quite easy to use. Upholstery material - eco-leather. As the manufacturer promises, it will not rub even with frequent use. In the unfolded state - a full-fledged one and a half bed. Reviews on the Internet indicate that the owners of kitchen nooks with a berth from the Tokyo collection are quite pleased with the purchase.

Advantages and disadvantages of a bench with a sleeping place "Etude"

The popularity of the sleeper kitchenette ruler "Etude" brought a wide range of standard sizes. From the standard options, you can choose exactly the one that suits your particular kitchen. There are also lightweight options without lockers or even a corner section. The filling of the seats and backrests can also be chosen from two options - polyurethane foam or synthetic down. Here are some photo examples of these kitchen stalls.

"Lego": another member of the family

Sleeping place for kitchenette Lego quite voluminous. It fits 2 adults. An additional plus of this furniture is a large storage box under a long bench. Judging by the reviews, the quality of this kitchen corner is at a high level, the bench is quite simply transformed into a sleeping place. The price is slightly higher than that of some of the previous samples, but this does not harm the popularity of corner Lego benches.

Kitchen corners with a berth series "Comfort"

Ascetic design of kitchen corners with transformation into a sleeping place series "Comfort" allows them to fit perfectly into loft design... The price, which is very democratic, adds to the popularity. The transformation mechanism called "Dolphin" is also interesting. Housewives will appreciate the presence of lockers for things. It is relatively inexpensive to buy such a kitchenette with a sleeping place.

Laguna 2 - what is special about this kitchen corner?

If you are used to conservatism and restrained tones, then the kitchen corner with a sleeping place "Laguna-2" not for you. Bright colors and unusual designs are more suitable for a creative person. The furniture is made of high quality, there are no complaints among the owners-users of the Internet. However, many are confused by the combination of light and bright textiles, although, judging by the reviews, the material is non-staining and easy to clean. Below are photo examples of the Laguna-2 corner.

A worthy representative of the line - "Quadro-5"

"Quadro-5" - a neat nook for the kitchen with a sleeping place and a spacious box for things in the attached part. The transformation mechanism is "Dolphin". The manufacturer offers a choice of fabric that will cover the seats and backs. They can be from chenille, flock, eco-leather, jacquard, matting, leatherette. In general, the "Quadro" series has a wide range of models: from "Quadro" to "Quadro-7DU". We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the photo of the Quadro kitchen corners with a sleeping place.

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Do-it-yourself kitchen corner: is it so difficult

If the home craftsman is a little familiar with carpentry and joinery, it will not be difficult for him to assemble such furniture in the kitchen. Moreover, having completed all the work on your own, you can not only save money on buying a factory version, but also make a corner that fits perfectly in size and design. We bring to the attention of our dear reader a video tutorial on making such furniture:

Another option that may suit those who want to save money is to purchase a corner sofa with a berth without assembly. In this case, it will be cheaper, and the assembly can be done independently, following the drawings from the technical documentation.

Review of prices for kitchen corner sofas with sleeper

Consider the average prices for kitchen nooks with a berth, which were mentioned in our today's review. It makes sense to note some of the technical characteristics of these models. For the convenience of the reader, the information will be provided in tabular form, and the cost is indicated, as of May 2018, and the dimensions are for the unfolded berth.

Model	Width, cm	Length, cm	Height, cm	Average cost (as of May 2018), rubles
"Austin"	1375	2110	624	21000
"Domino"	1160	1910	564	16000
"Etude"	1030	1900	420	16500
"Comfort"	900	1850	520	19000
Lego	1950	1730	490	19000
"Laguna-2"	1260	1710	460	17600
"Tokyo"	1800	1850	490	17000
"Quadro-5"	1000	1800	470	18500

Looking at the cost of furniture that is sometimes so necessary, the desire automatically arises to go straight to the store, right? However, our review shows the average price in Russia. It can vary up or down, depending on the region.

A corner in the kitchen with a sleeping place is always very convenient. It all depends on its size

Let's sum up

There is no doubt that a kitchen corner with a sleeping place is a necessary thing, and sometimes even necessary. However, one should not forget that modern small-sized apartments are equipped with very small kitchenettes. So, before purchasing such furniture, weigh all the pros and cons, calculate the required dimensions of the corner, choose a model ... and only after that go to the store. Only then can you be sure that the purchase will not disappoint you.

The homemaster.techinfus.com/en/ editorial team hopes that the information presented in today's article was useful to our dear reader. If you still have questions on the topic, we will be happy to answer them in the discussions below. Perhaps any of the readers have experience in purchasing or making such furniture? We would be grateful if you share it with less experienced readers.