Sofa has become a familiar piece of furniture as well as one of its varieties - angular shaped letter "L". First of all, this model is designed to fill the empty spaces in the corners. However, modern designers offer the use of corner sofas as a central subject in the living room. As well as the model of the sofa can serve as a full-fledged bed. Based on the above, we can safely conclude that corner sofa - multifunctional and versatile piece of furniture, which definitely deserves to be a part of your home.
Peculiarities
The main feature of the corner sofa - its L-shaped. Besides, To distinctive features include a rather impressive dimensions . Regardless of the model or belonging to a style, angular model is not suitable for small rooms or bedrooms, but can perfectly fit in the spacious room.
Another feature of this form of sofas, which is closely related to the previous one - is the capacity, ie a large number of seats compared to conventional models. Corner models are ideal for larger families: sofa instead of all family members to enjoy your movies in the evening, for example.
In addition to the shape and size, as a whole sofa has no differences, preventing its full use in the home interior.
Appearance corner sofa can be different depending on the style: it could be a classic, neoclassical, minimalism, hi-tech.
Classical models often made Leather natural shades with wooden inserts . Such an option will be an indispensable part of any interior, even modern. Models that can be attributed to modern classics, often supplemented by a variety of elements. This may be metal inserts, flat surface.
Neoclassic ideal for lovers of classic and minimalist: sofas in this style combine the grandeur of classical sofa and simplicity, conciseness of minimalism. Neoclassical embodiment may be made of wood with a velor upholstery or other dense, soft-touch material.
In addition to these styles, there are interior in the style of decision Baroque, Gothic and many others . For example, for those who like a large number of jewelry manufacturers offer models of furniture in Baroque style.
Varieties
Corner sofas differ not only in style, but also by the type of folding mechanisms.
The sofa can be a mechanism:
- "Dolphin";
- "Evroknizhka";
- "accordion";
- "French clamshell."
All mechanisms, except for "French", are considered convenient for daily use of a bed. "French clamshell" is quite difficult to use: to decompose the sofa, it is necessary to remove all frame pillows from it, lift the lid, straighten the legs and omit. The mechanism is absolutely unreliable and is able to quickly fail.
Eurobook is the most popular mechanism, but already going on the background. Now the mechanisms "Dolphin" and "Accordion" are relevant. They assume that the sleeping place will roll out. When choosing such a mechanism, pay attention to the wheels: better so that they are as easier as possible. This factor is able to strongly affect the service life of the furniture.
How to choose?
In order to choose an angular sofa, you must consider several factors.
- Mechanism . Even if you do not plan to use a sofa as a sleeping place, you should choose the mechanism as simple and durable.
- Style . Despite the fact that modern interior designers allow full mixing stylistics, to choose a suitable to your home it is worth deciding with the style. It is able to influence the overall picture of the room.
- Upholstery material. Materials can be diverse: natural or artificial leather, velor, synthetics and others.
- Frame material. A tree or metal - it all depends on style and taste.
- Manufacturer . Depending on the budget, choose the manufacturer with the highest quality.
- The size. The size of the furniture item directly depends on whether the sofa will be a stationary bed: if so, then the width of the bed location is indeed important.
- The possibility of replacement, cleaning covers . At this point it is worth paying attention to families where there are animals and children. The possibility of trouble-free cleaning and / or replacement of covers is able to significantly ease the life of hostesses.
When choosing a new furniture item, it is worth paying attention to the original, truly beautiful exclusive offers of designers.
Beautiful examples
The beautiful and original solution of the angular sofa can be a wooden corner sofa with wicker inserts made of white genuine leather. Such a design will give the light room. Hollow armrests and retractable boxes will make this model quite functional.
A classic corner sofa with an embroidery of the golden thread will be a real highlight of your living room. Exquisite embroidery attracts attention and delights the eyes. Of course, the model is quite bright, and it is not necessary to combine it with other accent interior objects.
A bright red sofa from velor with bulk soft pillows is another designer solution. Pretty simple, but bright design, reliable mechanism - the perfect combination. The sofa will become an excellent solution for the room in calm natural shades.
On how to choose an angular sofa for home, see the next video.