Advantages and disadvantages of the Ikea Solst sofa, model functionality
Despite the huge assortment of modern sofas, it’s difficult to find budget furniture that will turn out to be of high quality, will look decent, correspond to fashion trends, and will successfully fit into the interior. The task is complicated if the area of the room is small, and it makes no sense to consider overall options. In this case, the Ikea “Solsta” sofa is a good solution - a popular model that successfully embodied all the best characteristics of its budget counterparts. And although the design is not without drawbacks, all the necessary functions in everyday life by the manufacturer are nevertheless provided. In addition, the furniture will fit perfectly into the room of any size.
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Feature and Functionality
Solsta is the simplest, budget option of all the double sofas presented in the Ikea line. It decomposes easily - you just need to pull the structure up, holding the edge of the seat. Two sections when folded are inside the housing. The usual mechanism for folding is absent, the floor will serve as a support. The lower part is fixed, equipped with two foam mattresses, which are a berth. The manufacturer's warranty on the product is 1 year.
This sofa is not suitable for frequent use as a bed, as soft items will wear out quickly.
Furniture can be used as a chair, it fits perfectly into the interior of the kitchen or office reception. An ideal product for a small apartment, where one person lives. It belongs to the type of sofa bed, has the following sizes:
- unfolded length - 205 cm;
- width taking into account sidewalls - 137 cm;
- seat width - 118 cm;
- deep seats - 56 cm;
- height: total - 72 cm, folded seats - 41 cm.
Two people are free to sit next to Solsta on the couch. And even a girl can easily move him from place to place, since the structure weighs only 30 kg.
The IKEA "Solsta" sofa has compact dimensions, it fits easily in a medium-sized passenger car. For a very extreme case, you can unscrew the sidewalls to lay the frame with the back and other parts separately.
Elements of construction and materials used
The company store offers two options for the Solsta model:
- "Ransta" - upholstery made of fabric. The color is dark gray. Price - from 3900 to 5000 rubles.
- “Idgult” - upholstery made of leatherette. Black color. The price is 9000 rubles.
The sofa is sold in assembled condition. The set includes legs, a back cushion. Shelves inside the armrests and drawers are not provided. Among other functional characteristics:
- Mattresses are made of polyurethane foam (22 kg / m3) and non-woven polypropylene.
- The frame is assembled from particleboard, fiberboard using elements of an array of wood. The back is complemented by non-woven polypropylene, polyester wool.
- The seats are made of the same materials.
- In the “Ransta” sofas, the upholstery is made of 100% polyester.
- Back cushions - made of polyurethane foam (18 kg / m3).
- Polypropylene sofa legs are low, attached under the bottom. They need to be additionally tightened with a flat screwdriver.
- A zipper made of polyamide plastic is provided.
- Armrests made of chipboard, polyurethane foam and polyester.
- It is possible to use an additional cover for the IKEA "Solsta" sofa.
You can order wraps that are sewn from a special fabric in a company store. The price for a set is within 5 thousand rubles. Covers do not require special conditions for cleaning and washing, the material is non-marking, durable, of good quality.
Advantages and disadvantages
The furniture is presented in two universal colors: black, dark gray, which harmoniously combine with any decor. The buyer must calculate the parameters of the product placement zone himself, having previously made measurements taking into account the dimensions of the berth. To finally make a choice, you should first familiarize yourself with the main characteristics of the model. Sofa from the Ikea brand has the following positive qualities:
- The main advantage of the Solst model is the budget cost.
- Ease of use: decomposing and folding it is not difficult. Easily turns into a floor mattress with space for two people. It has comfortable stable armrests.
- Versatility: can be put in the hallway, in the kitchen, on the balcony, taken to the cottage.
- Save space indoors.
- Compact and lightweight: does not require special transportation conditions. Even one person can transfer it.
- The entire load is correctly distributed between the wide legs. They are transportable, silently and freely glide on the floor without leaving any scratches.
- Modern stylish design.
The most significant drawback of the Solst model is the design of its berth, which does not have a frame base and supports, so the pillows are laid directly on the floor. Those who are accustomed to the standard height, the low position of the mattress will create certain inconveniences. Among other minuses:
- If you often use the sofa as a place to sleep, all the dirt from the floor will be on the upholstery, not intended for washing in a washing machine.
- Too large seams that can cause discomfort.
- The sides of the sofa are solid, the foam layer under the fabric is very thin. There is little filler on the seats and pillows. Over time, it wears out and sags.
- Low seating position.
- Covers covering the sofa are not removable. The material is quite slippery, easily soiled, quickly stretched. It is not recommended to wash, clean with chemicals.
If you can’t do without cleaning, a sponge soaked in water with the addition of a small amount of soap will help.
The Solsta model from Ikea is a sofa of an affordable price category, compact and light. There are quite a few disadvantages, but they are determined by the low cost of this interior item. In general, the Swedish manufacturer certainly cares about customers, selecting for everyone only worthy options.
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