What is an ottoman bed, the nuances of its choice

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Comfort and beauty have always been important criteria in home improvement and the choice of interior rooms. Today, the design industry has stepped far forward, offering more and more new ideas every year. For example, now many consumers are getting acquainted with such an element of furniture as an ottoman bed, which is a cross between a sofa and a classic bed. The product is known for its functionality, convenience and beauty, which the keen look of the buyer does not miss.

What is an ottoman

The ottoman bed came to us from the East. It can be described as a low wide model of a sofa with a back, which is most often located at the head. The traditional version looks concise and relaxed. The design differences are in the lifting mechanism, with the help of which some types of beds are laid out and acquire the size of a normal bed. In another embodiment, such a mechanism is integrated only in the frame of the ottoman.

However, do not confuse it with a bed. Both options have certain qualities. So, what is the difference between an ottoman and a bed:

1. The first can be used both for sleep and for sitting, the second has an exclusive purpose for sleeping.
2. An ottoman is a kind of ready-made sleeping place with a mattress, for a bed it should be purchased separately.
3. The first type of furniture is equipped with a folding mechanism and drawers for linen.
4. The ottoman is more classified as a sofa than a bed.

It turns out that these are really two different pieces of furniture. It is interesting that ottoman is much more common in Asian countries, its height from the floor is 30-40 cm, but the classic version is common for us - a bed with a height of 50-65 cm.

If we consider from the point of view of convenience, then both models are approximately on the same level. But in terms of functionality, the ottoman wins.

Advantages and disadvantages

In the matter of selection of furniture requires a deep detailed consideration. This approach will help you choose the option that will meet all the expectations of the buyer. For starters, you should familiarize yourself with the benefits of an ottoman bed:

1. Functionality, versatility. Such an element of furniture can be used in the living room, in the bedroom. It is used for sitting, relaxing, and also for sleeping.
2. Compactness. Due to its small size and ability to transform, the ottoman can be installed even in small rooms.
3. Products are completed with drawers for linen, which help to empty the cabinets.
4. A wide variety of species.This type of furniture is made from various materials: metal, wood, chipboard, MDF, with soft fabric or leather upholstery.

The original ottoman bed is suitable for any style of interior. Such furniture can serve as a place for a day's rest or serve as an extra bed.

With all its advantages, this type of furniture has the following disadvantages:

1. The mattress cannot be replaced. It is an integral part of this furniture set. Therefore, with any damage it will have to buy a new ottoman.
2. Elasticity. In order for sleep to benefit the spine, a non-elastic, rather hard surface is needed. This type of bed does not meet these requirements.
3. The original ottoman has a high cost.

After all the positive and negative sides are considered, you can proceed to the selection of a specific model. A variety of options allows you to achieve a harmonious combination of style and comfort. And this is exactly what you want to achieve when planning the interior of a living room or bedroom.

Varieties

It should be noted a large number of varieties of this furniture. Some of them appeared relatively recently due to the growing popularity of such a model among designers and consumers. Some models may seem very unsuccessful, but nevertheless they exist, which means that there is a demand for them. The following types are presented on the modern market:

1. Corner ottoman bed. This modification is the most common. Because, firstly, it is she who is among the centenarians who have survived to this day. Secondly, you can place such a model in any corner of the room.
2. Sofa bed with three headboards. It may seem that such a design is strange, incomprehensible and unsuccessful. But this is only a first impression. Such a design transforms the ottoman into a real bed, which can serve for a good rest, and its compact size and interesting design make it possible to install it in a narrow room.
3. Bed with orthopedic mattress. A great option, which is suitable for both sleep and relaxation. Due to the curved plane, which repeats the bends of the spine and neck, the muscle tone of the loads on these areas is reduced, which contributes to relaxation.
4. Ottoman bed with separate spring blocks. Such models are created solely to increase the level of comfort. The essence of the design is that each spring is in a separate capsule, due to which a smooth and uniform distribution of body weight occurs. In this case, as necessary, you can replace one or more springs without harm to the entire mattress. Such an ottoman sofa for the bedroom is best suited.
5. With armrests. This option is a combination of sofa and ottoman.
6. Ottoman bed with drawers. The attractiveness of this type is that in the additional sections that are under the bed, you can store bedding and other things. A model is suitable for small-sized apartments, rooms, where any place needs to be used with benefit.

These are the most popular varieties that exist today. It should be noted that ottoman variants are presented in two more categories: for adults and for children. This allows you to adapt the furniture to different ages and tastes.

With drawers

Corner

Spring unit

With armrests

Orthopedic mattress

Three backs

Materials of manufacture

Like most modern furniture, an ottoman can be made from a wide variety of materials. For upholstery, textiles, leather or its substitutes are used. The basis for the product is most often metal and wood. There are combined options, for example, a base frame made of wood, and a retractable mechanism made of metal. According to the above criteria, the following varieties are distinguished:

1. Wooden daybed. Such a model means a folding ottoman bed. With this form of manufacture, the entire soft part is attached to the wooden frame.It can be produced from oak, pine, cedar and other types of trees. The strength and price of the model depend on the selected type.
2. Ottoman bed made of solid wood. It implies a solid foundation that gives the furniture stability and strength. Typically, such models exclude the presence of mechanical additions and are characterized by small dimensions.
3. Metal daybed. This option is quite rare. But at the same time, it can be a good alternative for wooden furniture. The stability of the structure depends on the quality of the metal, and the technology itself allows you to embed a sliding mechanism in the couch. Advantage: relatively inexpensive price.

PPU (polyurethane foam) or springs are used as a filler for the mattress. In the latter embodiment, block designs are encountered. Clarify information about the filler in a particular model should be directly from a store consultant.

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Metal

Folding wooden

Transformation mechanism

During its existence, the ottoman has undergone changes in the design of its mechanism. Some options have been created or finalized, while others have gone into the distant past. The following designs are considered the most popular:

1. Roll-out ottoman with drawers. The simplest and most understandable operation plan. In order to get a berth, you need to stretch the base of the bed forward. At the same time, the back falls to the empty part of the frame. In the lower part there are drawers that are perfect for storing any items.
2. Eurobook. To increase the berth with this option, it is necessary to raise the base of the couch to activate the mechanism and only slightly shift to increase the usable area. The back also lowers to a horizontal position.

Ottomans with a lifting transformation mechanism should be distinguished into a separate category, since in this direction there is another division into the following three categories:

1. Manual type of mechanism. The mattress and the frame part of the base are interconnected by special loops, so you will have to manually separate and raise one part from the other.
2. Spring loaded. Turns with this type take the main weight of the mattress when lifting on themselves. Therefore, the process itself is faster, easier.
3. Gas racks. A relatively new design element. Its essence lies in the use of springs operating due to compressed air.

Such a variety of transformation mechanisms allows you to choose the option for every taste. You can find a model that will serve as a decor and a berth. And you can find one that will show off on the veranda or in the living room without the possibility of increasing the area.

Rollout

Eurobook

Dimensions

Today, there are three standard sizes: double and single ottoman, as well as a lorry. They differ from each other in terms of sleeping area:

1. Single type model. This option is perfect for small rooms. It will help to save space in the space, while adding a place to sleep. In addition, such models are most often equipped with drawers, which will allow you to hide a lot of things there. Possible sizes: 80 x 90 cm, 80 x 200 cm, 90 x 190 cm, 90 x 200 cm.
2. One and a half ottomans. The most popular option, which is perfect for both daytime relaxation and full sleep. An ottoman bed measuring 120 x 200 cm is considered the best option for this model.
3. Double type. They are made only with a vertical lifting mechanism. This ottoman can be considered a full-fledged bed, it can replace a regular bed for two adults. In this embodiment, there is a box for storing things. The model is available in two sizes: 160 x 200 cm, 180 x 200 cm.

Non-standard dimensions of this type of furniture are also produced. If you need an ottoman of a certain size, you can place an individual order with companies that provide furniture manufacturing services. In this case, the customer will receive the option that will suit a certain type of bedroom, living room or porch. The cost of ottoman on order will be higher than that of stock options.

One and a half

Single

Double

Design and color

Finding the right furniture color is not an easy task. It so happened that the choice of a particular model is based primarily on the dimensions. However, if you consider only this side, you can make a mistake with the choice and not achieve harmony in the interior. As a rule, it is enough to choose such an upholstery that will be combined with the color of the walls. If there is a desire to achieve greater success in design, then you should pay attention to the following points:

• blue or red colors are perfectly combined in constructivism, in the classic design you should deviate from such a color scheme;
• gray and black will look good in a minimalist or gothic style;
• in the case of modern, you need to select the colors of light tones, so beige will do;
• sophisticated women who prefer rococo and renaissance will like colors such as white, golden, beige, blue.

In order to choose the design and coloring of the ottoman for the children's room, it is necessary first of all to take into account the tastes of the child. Most often, children prefer bright colors. For example, blue, green, red, blue are great for boys; pink, purple, lilac - for girls.

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