The convertible sofa is to be differentiated from the convertible bench. The bench is a single sofa bed where the bed and seat are made up of the mattress. On the convertible sofa, the mattress intended for sleeping is completely independent of the sofa cushions.
The convertible bench, a simple concept
The convertible bench is made up of a mechanism, an articulated base and a mattress. The simplest mechanism is that of the click clack since it simply consists of folding the mattress in half to be able to use it as a sofa. The BZ bench seat has a triply mechanism, meaning that the mattress is folded into three pieces.
As on the sofa bed, it is the mattress intended for sleeping which also serves as a seat for the sofa. On the convertible sofa, the mechanics are more complex and more innovative. The sofa has its own cushions and the bed is hidden inside the sofa. Each of the convertible systems has its advantages. What they all have in common is that they are simple and easy to handle.
Choosing your convertible bench: a question of space
The choice of your bench also depends on the space available in your room:
- In a large room, you can afford everything, a corner convertible sofa and even a chaise longue.
- In a studio , the convertible sofa offers maximum comfort in a minimum of space and its bedding and is intended for daily use.
- In a narrow room , you should favor light-colored furniture. On the sofa side, opt for a sofa bed that opens parallel to the wall, this model is the most suitable.
- To add a single bed in a bedroom , choose the BZ bench which is available in a 90 cm wide version.
The chaise longue, an original convertible sofa model
The chaise longue is a sofa with a single armrest. Its shape gives it a unique aesthetic and an original design. This type of very modern asymmetrical sofa also exists in a convertible version. The convertible chaise longue is therefore both a small sofa and a cozy bed. It is an economical model that will perfectly furnish a vintage-inspired living room.
