Options for direct sofas in the kitchen, their review and important recommendations

How to choose a sofa for the kitchen? What to consider? Landmarks are the features of the room, the characteristics of the model from the catalog, functionality and compliance with the existing interior. The article covers these points in detail.

A catalog of modern furniture for home comfort, including a sofa for the kitchen. The models are different and functional. The purpose of the article is to tell you how to choose the one that is suitable for the interior of the kitchen and will be most useful there. Often this is the only solution to nighttime comfort for a large family in a small apartment.

Advantages and disadvantages

Straight sofas for the kitchen are chosen quite often, since the presence of this decorative item in this room actually has many significant advantages:

• the comfort of eating increases, since when sitting on the structure, you can lean on the back, and also, due to the soft seat, comfort for the sitter is guaranteed;
• if you choose a folding product, then in the event of an unexpected arrival of guests, a sleeping place can be easily formed, and in most cases it is really comfortable and roomy;
• most models of such a sofa are available with a drawer, and it is used to store not only various bedding, but also all kinds of kitchen utensils, so if the set does not have enough space to store dishes, then a straight kitchen sofa can be effectively used for these purposes;
• Often in the kitchen a TV is installed on the wall, and together with a soft sofa it forms an excellent alternative to the living room, since the whole family can not only eat, but also watch an interesting film or concert.

However, straight sofas for the kitchen have not only positive parameters, but also some disadvantages:

• the kitchen is a rather complex room, since during the cooking process various liquids, food and other contaminants often fall on decorative items, and the specific upholstery of sofas absorbs foreign odors, so the choice is considered complicated, and often suitable designs are prohibitively expensive;
• any upholstery will absorb odors, so an indispensable condition for installing a sofa in the kitchen is the installation of a high-quality and powerful hood, and it is important that it works constantly and without interruption;
• This style item is not suitable for very small kitchens, because even if a mini product is chosen, it will still be large enough for such a room, and the kitchen will seem cluttered.

Thus, before choosing this design, you should study all its parameters in order to determine the advisability of installing it indoors. However, in most cases, the disadvantages are not taken into account by apartment owners, so they use sofas without any problems.

What upholstery and filling should I choose?

In addition to a high-quality frame, there are also certain requirements for the upholstery of a kitchen sofa. Firstly, it must be made of environmentally friendly and safe material. Secondly, it is easy to wash and clean, does not absorb foreign odors, and does not fade in the sun. Thirdly, if there is a cat in the house, then the upholstery should be resistant to scratches and other damage. The strength and durability of the material play an important role if the kitchen sofa is planned to be used for many years.

Leather and its high-quality substitute are considered the most practical. This upholstery is easy to clean, pleasant to the touch, environmentally friendly and beautiful. A kitchen sofa with a leather surface looks respectable and adds glamor to the interior. But this option is unlikely to be suitable for families with pets, since the coating is not scratch-resistant and soon the appearance of the sofa may be hopelessly damaged.

There is another practical and beautiful type of upholstery - “anti-claw”. This is a high-grade flock fabric. It feels like suede and looks stylish and attractive. For families without children and animals, you can use kitchen sofas with fabric upholstery, preferably natural, which are inexpensive, unlike natural leather.

You can also consider an option such as removable covers on the kitchen sofa; they are practical and easy to use. If necessary, you can remove the dirty cape and wash it, and there is also limitless scope for imagination in choosing a suitable design. The color of a cover that becomes boring over time can be easily replaced with another by purchasing it in a store or ordering custom tailoring.

The filling of sofas for the kitchen is also of great importance. It must certainly be safe for health, not emit harmful substances, hypoallergenic, comfortable and durable.

You should not purchase kitchen sofas with natural filling, as any contamination, especially liquid contamination, such as spilled tea, coffee or soup, can create an environment for mold to grow inside.

Holofiber is considered the best material for sofa filling. This is a synthetic fiber created on the basis of padding polyester. Outwardly it looks like small balls, is hypoallergenic, does not absorb moisture, and neither mold nor mildew grows there. For families with children, this is an ideal option. In addition, kitchen sofas filled with holofiber retain their original shape for a long time.

Kinds

Before purchasing this design, you should decide what varieties are available on the market. There are several types that are ideal for the kitchen:

• standard design, usually installed near the wall and equipped with a sleeping place;
• a sofa equipped with an ottoman, and due to this element, truly comfortable conditions are created for seated people;
• mini sofas, which are an ideal solution for small rooms where every free space is significant;
• a sofa bench that has a low cost and does not take up much space, but the comfort of its use is considered low.

Bench

With ottoman

With sleeping place

Mini sofa
Additionally, straight sofas installed in the kitchen differ in size, design, color and materials of creation. The choice depends on the wishes of the owners of the premises, and also takes into account the allocated space for installation.

By folding mechanism

Most often, kitchen products are used exclusively for comfortable sitting while eating. They have a low price and attractive appearance. Therefore, designs equipped with any kind of transformation mechanism are rarely chosen.

If you plan to constantly or periodically use the sofa for sleeping, then choose a design equipped with a sleeping place. In this case, a suitable transformation mechanism is purchased. The most popular options are:

• book - the system is widespread and convenient. You can use the sofa with it for sitting or sleeping. To unfold, the seat rises, after which a certain click will be heard. Next, just lower the seat again to get the furniture laid out. It folds in the same way;
• click-klyak is an improved book system, and the name comes from the fact that during the transformation of such a product, characteristic sounds arise. The system makes it possible to take the sofa into three positions, so you can sit, lie or recline on it;
• accordion - are considered interesting and very comfortable structures, represented by a complete mattress or three separate parts. The accordion folds and unfolds simply. Due to the absence of various depressions and potholes, truly comfortable sleeping conditions are guaranteed;
• dolphin - the design is simple, and it includes two parts. Such furniture is perfect for a large kitchen, but you can choose a product that fits perfectly into a small room. It unfolds by pulling out a separate special block located under the seat of the furniture. Afterwards it rises, which ensures the extension of the second part of the product.

There are several other types of mechanisms used to form this piece of furniture. The choice depends on the preferences of people using it for a permanent or occasional place to sleep.

Accordion

Dolphin

Click-clack

Book

By frame

The frame is rightfully considered the skeleton of any type of furniture, especially soft ones. It is on it that the entire structure rests, so when choosing it you should pay special attention.

Most often, the following types of materials are used to make sofa frames:

• tree;
• metal;
• chipboard;
• MDF;
• plywood.

Tree

Chipboard

Metal

Plywood

Despite the high cost, wood is considered the best, and also environmentally friendly, option. But if funds allow, you can purchase designer options that use titanium and chrome for the frame.

Often there are sofas with a frame made of several materials. For example, chipboard and wood, chipboard and plywood, as well as metal and birch battens can be used. Such combinations make it possible to achieve the necessary strength while reducing the cost of the structure.

Additional items

Most kitchen furnishings come with a drawer designed to hold various items and things. You can store bed linen or various kitchen utensils in it.

If you choose a product with a drawer, it is important to estimate the size of this compartment, since it is usually planned in advance what will be contained in it. Some models are equipped with several drawers at once, each with its own purpose.

Additional elements are often armrests, which can be:

• wooden - in modern models they are light, elegant elements intended not only for convenience, but also for decoration;
• made of chipboard - often a whole system with shelves, a small folding table;
• made of MDF - you can put a glass of water on such armrests without fear, even warm. If necessary, you can choose the appropriate filling for the armrest in the form of a drawer, shelves, and so on;
• faux leather is a practical upholstery that is easy to clean from various types of dirt;
• upholstered with fabric - a classic solution, which, despite their convenience, have a number of disadvantages, the main one of which is difficulty in maintaining.

Wooden

Eco leather

Leather

Fabric

Types of kitchen sofas

Like upholstered furniture for the living room, kitchen sofas are produced in various modifications. The most popular are various versions of straight and angular models.

Straight kitchen sofas

This form is more familiar than the others, as it is simple and convenient and does not require special room layout characteristics.

The dimensions of a straight sofa directly depend on the area of ​​the room, so in most Russian apartments models with a length of no more than 1.5 meters are used.

Let's consider several versions of a straight sofa for the kitchen:

• A soft mini-sofa is a compact model that can comfortably accommodate 2 people. This is an ideal option for any kitchen as it does not take up much space, provides comfortable seating and can be combined with armchairs or stools. It can be used for zoning space, separating the dining set from the cooking area. A more traditional placement option is along the wall or near the window. Typically, such models do not fold out, as they are chosen for small kitchens. In which there is simply not enough space for this.

• A bench-sofa, which usually does not have armrests, is a more budget option, reminiscent of furniture for catering establishments. It is more suitable for completing a dining area, since the absence of armrests eliminates obstacles when seating. Modifications with drawers under the seat are especially convenient - you can store cooking utensils and utensils in them.

• The built-in straight sofa is part of the kitchen unit. This is not a separate item, as the upholstered seating areas, which usually hide storage drawers, are built into the furniture design. This option is more compact and functional than the others; moreover, it does not split up the space, making the kitchen design more laconic.

• A folding model, which turns into a full-fledged sleeping place, is welcome in one-room apartments and studio apartments, where every square meter is used by 200%. In this case, it is advisable to place the sofa not next to the dining table. If other options are not possible, the table model should be lightweight, since it will have to be moved each time the sofa is folded out.

Corner sofas for the kitchen

A small corner sofa allows you to rationally use every centimeter of space. The design of such models can be very different:

• With soft or hard backs;
• The sides can be equal, or one side will be double, the other - single;
• There may be empty space or closed storage compartments under the seats;
• The design can be with right angles or curved lines (the second option is less common, but looks more original and harmonious).

U-shaped sofas

This is the rarest version of upholstered kitchen furniture, which is more typical for American or European interiors. In Russia, such models are produced to order, and are often installed in mansions or cottages, where the kitchen area is much larger than in city apartments.

Dimensions and parameters

When choosing an interior item, it is certainly important to pay attention to its dimensions and characteristics. A straight sofa for the kitchen should be oriented towards a specific number of people, according to which it must be equipped with a specific number of seats. Usually the information is indicated in the accompanying documentation, which states that the sofa is a double or triple sofa. The following sizes are standard:

• the length is more than two meters, and the most popular are designs with a length of 2.4 m;
• the depth starts from 90 cm, which ensures comfortable sitting on the product, however, you can choose a more significant parameter, which will allow you not only to sit straight at the table, but also to lean your elbows comfortably on the back;
• The width depends on the available space in the kitchen, so both wide and narrow interior items are chosen.

When choosing a size, be sure to take into account the space allocated in the kitchen for installing the sofa.

In the selection process, it is important to take into account the width of the sofa, and the comfort of its use, the ability to use it as a place to sleep, as well as the ability to install it in a certain small kitchen depend on this parameter.

Narrow sofas are optimal if they are used exclusively for sitting. If a TV is additionally installed in the kitchen, then it will no longer be possible to sit comfortably on the furniture while lying down. Also, narrow interior items do not look very attractive. As a rule, for narrow models the depth does not exceed 1 m, and mini products even have this figure of 0.5 m.

Wide products are more suitable for each user. This is due to the fact that they are really comfortable to use, and they also look interesting. But they do not always fit into the allocated space in the kitchen. When choosing this option, the size of the kitchen itself is taken into account.

How to choose?

When choosing models with the accordion, conrad, and dolphin transformation mechanisms, you must take into account that the sleeping place is obtained by folding the furniture forward. Because of this, sofas with such mechanisms are made in lengths from 150 cm to 200 cm. Installation of such a model is possible against a short wall, but when unfolding it requires sufficient space in front of the sofa.

If you use a model with a transformation mechanism: book, eurobook, click-click, then your sleeping place is formed almost at the place where the furniture is installed or with a slight shift forward. The length of such models ranges from 180 cm to 220 cm.

When choosing a kitchen sofa, you need to know how many people will use it:

• if there is one person, then a model with a length of 130 or 140 cm will be sufficient;
• if the sofa will be used by a married couple, then a length of 150 or 170 cm is suitable;
• if the sofa is intended for a family of three, then the length can reach 190 or 200 cm.

Let's summarize. In order to choose the right size of a kitchen sofa, you need to consider:

• dimensions of the room where the furniture is planned to be placed;
• the purpose of the sofa itself in order to choose the right transformation mechanism;
• the exact number of users and their sizes.

To learn how to make a corner sofa for the kitchen of the right size, see the video below.

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Upholstery materials

During the furniture manufacturing process, various materials are used to form the upholstery. The most commonly used material is leather or fabric. Each type has its own unique parameters and unusual appearance. The most commonly selected materials are:

• flock, which is highly attractive, has a long service life and is easy to maintain;
• genuine leather, distinguished by its solidity and sophistication, ease of care and durability, but its price is high;
• jacquard provides a truly unique and attractive piece of furniture, and the fabric is dense and durable, but expensive;
• The tapestry fits perfectly into traditional interior styles, is strong and durable, and is also available in numerous colors, but it must be protected from direct sunlight, which contributes to its rapid fading.

The choice of a sofa for a kitchen with a sleeping place should be made taking into account the existing upholstery. It is important that it is easy to clean, durable and does not absorb odors.

Tapestry

Jacquard

Flock

Kitchen interior with sofa

In the kitchen, the main role is played by the set, and the dining space, and especially the relaxation area, is located where there is space left. Such interiors do not allow you to show all your design abilities and you have to limit yourself to compact furniture, including kitchen sofas.

But there are those who are luckier with kitchen space, so you can consider several interesting options for planning the space using a kitchen sofa. In a small space, you can place a dining area with a kitchen sofa opposite the unit. If the area allows you to organize an island in the center of the interior, then it is quite possible to attach a corner with a sofa to it.

For studio living rooms, the ideal solution would be to use kitchen sofas as a partition separating the cooking area and the living room. Included with it you can use one or more chairs.

If the sofas in the kitchen are intended not only as a seat for the dining table, but also as a comfortable place to relax among other furniture, then a cozy atmosphere should be created around it. Place a coffee table, a floor lamp, a soft blanket nearby and decorate everything with decorative elements: vases, candlesticks, paintings.

A kitchen sofa can serve not only as a place to relax, but also as a decorative element of the interior. The appearance of the furniture directly depends on the style of the room. For example, the highlight of a modern high-tech kitchen in white and black design can be a sofa in a lilac or violet shade of a simple shape with chrome details. A snow-white classic kitchen will be decorated with upholstered furniture with a characteristic print: damask, stripe or floral pattern.

Selection rules

In the process of choosing this piece of furniture, important factors are certainly taken into account:

• the product must fit well into the style of the kitchen;
• it must be easy to maintain;
• The upholstery should not be allowed to absorb odors;
• the dimensions must correspond to the number of people who act as regular users of the structure;
• the equipment with a sleeping place, drawers, armrests and other additional elements is selected individually for each user.

Taking the above factors into account ensures that you get a truly comfortable, durable and comfortable sofa.

What does it affect?

A piece of furniture on which a person constantly sits or lies affects the quality of his life. Both health and comfort depend on this. That is why it is important to choose a standard height option that will be orthopedic optimal. At least if you plan to use such furniture often.

Parameters of the back of the sofa from the floor

Health and height

The ergonomics of a sitting posture is what determines life expectancy for a person now. If the distance from the floor to the sofa seat is lower or higher than the standard, blood flow is disrupted. Somewhere there is compression of arteries and veins.

As a result, the supply of blood and oxygen to all organs deteriorates.

This leads to the following:

1. Deterioration of vision and hearing.
2. Deterioration of the heart and blood vessels.
3. To the occurrence of problems with the musculoskeletal system.

Armrests and backrest

Also, an ill-chosen sofa indirectly affects the entire body. Over time, both health and psychological state worsen. And many do not understand why this happens. Of course, this furniture itself does not cause depression, but it can easily end up becoming one of its causes.

Comfort and height

Unfortunately, the most convenient height from the floor option is unlikely to be good for health. Most people prefer soft and relatively low furniture. And the optimal options are medium hardness, which creates a right angle at the knees due to the height standard. Harder pieces of furniture will cause too much psychological discomfort, and this is also not good.

Corner sofa

Over time, a person will get used to it. Thanks to the right angle in the knees, blood circulation will be extremely fast and easy. But even in this case, it is important to get up and move sometimes, otherwise there will still be stagnation of blood. It is better to initially choose furniture of the correct height, which will help maintain health in the future.

Care methods

Since the structure is used in the kitchen, where there is a high probability of various contaminants getting into different parts of it, it is important to know how to properly care for it. To do this, it is advisable to initially select products whose upholstery is easy to remove various contaminants.

If stains appear on the upholstery, it is initially important to try to remove them with water, after which folk remedies, such as vinegar or soda, are used. If they do not help, then stain removers are used. Dust constantly accumulates in upholstered furniture, so it should definitely be vacuumed, washed or knocked out.

Thus, for the kitchen, choosing a straight sofa is considered rational. It is presented on the market in numerous forms, differing in parameters. To purchase the optimal model, the preferences of the premises owners and their financial capabilities are taken into account.

Individual selection by height

Some people find standard height options uncomfortable. If a person is about two meters tall, then he needs a minimum of 50 cm of seat height. So, if your height is very different from the average, you should not be guided solely by the standard. It is important to sit on the sofa in different positions to ensure its ergonomics.

Diagram with dimensions

It is worth defining goals. It’s one thing if it’s a decorative sofa for the living room, on which it’s just nice to sit with guests. Here the issue of height is not fundamental, because a person will not constantly use such furniture.

A sofa that is too high or low can even provide a pleasant contrast to the body compared to a conventional chair or bed. In addition, many designer models do not meet height standards.

It’s a completely different matter if you need a universal sofa that is also suitable for sleeping.

For these purposes, it is better to choose an extremely ergonomic option, which will be close in properties to a classic bed, at least when unfolded. A corner sofa in this case is a bad solution.

Seat height diagram