There are different types of quality sofa bed and each has different mechanics. Depending on whether you choose a sofa bed, a BZ bench seat or a convertible sofa, you will opt for a different system.
The clic clac, the oldest convertible model
The clic clac is the ancestor of all convertibles. This sofa has a simple mechanism that allows it to unfold into a large double bed. It is ideal for adding an extra bed in an office. Intended for occasional use, it is equipped with a relatively basic mattress which is used for both sitting and sleeping. The clic clac system includes a bed base, most often with slats, and a very practical storage box under the seat. It is covered with a cover for easy maintenance.
The BZ bench seat, a triple-fold convertible mechanism
The BZ bench seat is more recent than the sofa bed. It is equipped with a so-called “triple” mechanism, that is to say that the mattress used for sleeping is folded in three. If this type of mechanism offers a large choice of different widths, it is also deeper.
The BZ opens perpendicular to the wall and, although it is easy to handle, you must have enough space at the front of the sofa to unfold it. On a Bz, the sheets stay in place and the sofa is covered with a cover that must be removed when you go to bed.
What is a cheap sofa bed worth? You may be disappointed by the quality of the seating and sleeping. It is better to invest in a quality product to benefit from a truly comfortable product.
The convertible sofa and its rapid mechanism
The convertible sofa is a real bed hidden in a designer sofa. The seat of the sofa is made up of cushions that are completely independent of the mattress used for sleeping. It is the most comfortable of the convertibles and it is also the only one that is suitable for daily use. It stands out from the BZ and clic clac by its innovative rapido mechanics.
For a version with more seating, you can opt for the rapido convertible corner sofa .
This is a complete system that allows the sofa to be completely unfolded effortlessly. The sofa cushions fit under the bed and you have a comfortable bed made up of a slatted or grid base and a mattress up to 18 cm thick.
Thanks to this intelligent mechanism, unfolding a convertible sofa and folding a sofa bed is child's play.
Chinese, European or French system, what are the differences?
The country of manufacture of your convertible mechanics gives you a valuable indication of its robustness and durability. Italian, French or Belgian sofa beds have the best mechanics, which is why their prices are higher. Spanish models offer good value for money while Chinese machines offer a reduced price in correlation with often mediocre quality.
