The best transformer furniture. Convertible bed for a small apartment
Until relatively recently, the inhabitants of small apartments could only dream of a spacious and comfortable double bed in the house. The modern furniture industry, taking into account the needs of potential buyers, has made the dream of millions of people come true by developing universal furniture for small apartments. The double transformer bed is a trend of our time!
Double bed transformer - a full bed in a small apartment
The transforming bed allows you to organize a functional living space without cluttering the usable area of \u200b\u200bthe room. The assembled furniture occupies no more than 1 m2 of area. A double folding bed is appropriate in the interior of the living room, which simultaneously functions as a bedroom, in the guest room, in the children's and teenage bedrooms, in studio apartments.
A sleeping bed with a transformation system in a small apartment has obvious advantages over traditional furniture for sleeping and relaxing, the main of which, of course, is the rational distribution of square meters.
In addition to saving space, a built-in sleeping place in the interior of a small apartment is a concern for your health. Resting on a full bed for two cannot be compared to sleeping on a sofa bed. A double folding sleeping bed will provide a comfortable healthy sleep, and, accordingly, an excellent mood while awake.
The furniture market offers a huge variety of built-in furniture models, a large assortment allows you to choose a double transformer bed, which will ideally fit into the interior of your home, will become its "highlight".
How is a double folding bed
The double bed with a folding mechanism is a full-fledged double sleeping place, built into a niche and hidden by the front part. Hinges are used to connect the cabinet and the bed; during installation, the furniture module is attached to the wall by means of anchor bolts.
Installation of the wardrobe bed is carried out exclusively to the main wall.
The transformation of the cabinet into a full-fledged berth is carried out by means of a lifting mechanism. The design of the wardrobe bed provides for the presence of legs. In some models, retractable legs are hidden in niches, in others they are made in the form of shelves or a curved steel pipe.
The front part of the wardrobe bed can be made of various materials:
- wood;
- plastic;
- laminated chipboard or MDF;
- metal;
- mirrors.
In the manufacture of chipboard panels, special adhesive mixtures are used. People prone to allergies should refuse to choose such furniture.
On the furniture market, there are models of built-in beds with two types of folding:
- horizontal;
- vertical.
In models with a horizontal type of folding, the lifting mechanism is located on the long side of the bed. Thus, when unfolding, the berth is along the wall.
In transformer beds with a vertical orientation, the mechanism presses the bed against the wall, when unfolding, a double bed folding from the wall
goes down and is perpendicular to the wall.
In the design of double lifting beds, a vertical folding system is mainly used.
Types of folding mechanisms, their structure and feature
The lifting mechanism is an important component of transforming furniture, the quality and type of which determines the performance of the piece of furniture. Two types of mechanisms are used in the designs of double transformer beds:
- spring;
- gas.
In spring models, coil springs play a key role. The principle of the mechanism is based on stretching the springs. The lifting mechanism consists of two main elements - a box and a spring block with an adjusting bolt, which are fastened together with a steel bracket. The service life of the spring block is designed for 20,000 working cycles.
In gas mechanisms, nitrogen gas acts as a working medium. The design includes a gas filled piston, metal axle and steel swivel plates. Swivel plates are located around the axis and are mounted on a bed or wardrobe. When lowering and raising the bed, the plates rotate axially, and the gas shock absorber provides an even load, reducing human efforts to a minimum.
The advantages of the spring block over the gas "brother":
- aesthetic appearance - unlike gas models, in which a gas shock absorber and a steel swivel plate are visible in the unfolded position of the bed, the components of the spring mechanism are almost completely hidden;
- adjusting possibilities - spring mechanisms have a wide range of force regulation. The power of the mechanism can be adjusted by tightening the springs with an adjusting screw or by removing one or more springs. This is not possible in models with gas shock absorbers;
- pricing policy - a double bed with a lifting mechanism on springs costs much less than an analogue on gas shock absorbers.
The key advantages of a gas lift are:
- smooth running, provided the correct selection of the mechanism in terms of power (in order to choose the right device, you need to take into account the weight and dimensions of the sleeping bed);
- ease of use;
- service life up to 50 years.
Types of double beds transformers
In addition to the 2 in 1 models, presented in the form of a wardrobe-bed scheme, there are many modifications of transforming furniture on the modern furniture market. Types of double beds of transformers presented by models in the 3 in 1 format are:
- wardrobe bed with sofa;
- wardrobe bed with table;
- secret bed.
Double wardrobe bed
Wardrobe-bed with a sofa, when folded at the bottom of the structure, a soft, cozy sofa. Such a piece of furniture is ideal for decorating a living room, a soft sofa will serve as a place to relax, read and watch TV. While the bed is dismantled, the sofa acts as an additional support, increasing the load-bearing capacity of the sleeping bed. The sofa has a spacious storage compartment for bedding.
Double bed transformer with table
In transformers with a table, a berth by simple manipulations turns into a tabletop. The model with a table is appropriate in the interior of a children's and teenage room, as well as a study. The advantage of this design is the fact that when the berth is folded, the tabletop does not change its location in space, as do the objects located on the table.
Hidden double folding beds
Models with a secret bed. The sleeping place is hidden on the other side of the cabinet. The wardrobe is equipped with a swivel mechanism, when the module for storing things is rotated, a folding bed hidden in its depths appears. The mechanism is controlled remotely.
How to choose a double bed transformer - sleeper device
The main structural elements of the bed are:
- frame - can be made of different types of materials (metal, wood, chipboard, MDF);
- orthopedic base on lamellas - bent slats made of glued wood have the property of absorbing the load on the human body, support the sleeping spine in the anatomically correct position. The battens are attached to the frame using battens. In the designs of rack bases, three types of holders are used:
- for wooden frames - target holder;
- for metal frames - mortise and overhead.
The lattice base of a double bed can consist of two berths or bent slats located along the entire width of the frame.
The dimensions of the bed for a double wardrobe-bed coincide with the standard parameters of a traditional bed for two and are 140x200 cm and 160x200 cm.
In the model range of transforming beds, you can find specimens with a bed width of 170 cm.But it should be remembered that the larger the dimensions of the sleeping bed, the higher the load on the supporting structures. Before choosing this size, assess the permissible wall load.
The height of the mattress depends on the depth of the box. The standard thickness of the mattress for double folding beds is from 15 to 25 cm. To fix the mattress and bedding on the bed, located in an upright position, special straps are provided with snap locks.
A double bed transformer for a small apartment will provide comfort during sleep and freedom of movement around the room in the daytime. The transformer furniture thought out to the smallest detail will not only save space, but also make the interior stylish, modern and extraordinary!
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As the owner of a small-sized apartment, I always have a special interest in various types of folding furniture. I especially like multifunctional transformers, for example, beds that turn into wardrobes, sofas into desks and other similar things. It's nice that designers think about us (or do they think globally - about overpopulation?) And create such pieces of furniture that will help "with a flick of the hand" in one minute transform our bedroom of 10 square meters into a living room or study.
Today I want to show the most interesting examples of folding furniture. Most of the presented transforming beds you can buy in the TRANSMEB store in Moscow. Let's see photos as ideas for inspiration. Perhaps some of them will interest our men who assemble furniture with their own hands.
Transformer: from bed to wardrobe
Let's start with the lifesaver of one-room apartments - a lifting bed. This type of furniture is well known in our country. The lifting mechanism allows you to press the bed against the wall, freeing up a free passage. There are many models of such devices, the most interesting are the models when the bed (in the assembled state) visually merges with the situation, for example, as in this photo of a teenage boy's room it turns into a wardrobe.
Here is another example of a transforming bed, clearly cheaper. Suitable for a schoolchild's or student's room in a minimalist style.
By the way, among the folding single beds there are quite interesting ideas - for example, this one is rather cleverly camouflaged under a closed shelf or chest of drawers.
I really like transforming beds for small children's rooms. See how beautiful and practical one child is in this photo.
And in this photo we see a bunk bed transformer, a wonderful invention for small apartments. There is a shelf for linen on top.
This room interior with a pull-up double bed for adults looks very stylish. It seems there is even too much free space, I wonder what caused the need to take just such a bed? Most likely, this is a studio apartment.
In foreign sources, there is an alternative version of the lifting bed. The bed does not retract to the wall, but on special guides, like on an elevator, rises above your head. For small narrow rooms, the idea is just great! It remains to be hoped that this design is also reliable.
Transformer: bed-desk
An interesting idea for children's and teenage rooms is a bed combined with a workplace. However, some samples are also suitable for adults, for example, such as the one in the photo below:
There are several design options for such models, remember the yellow bed in the very first photo? Its mechanism moves the desktop upward rather than downward. And this is how she looks after transformation, enlivening the interior with a rich pink.
Of course, there are rollaway beds of a similar design and double sizes. 
Transformer: sofa bed
There are transformers that combine a bed and a sofa. It seems that there is nothing unusual here - most of the sofas can be folded out, providing a sleeping place. In general, I agree, although when the sofa is disassembled into a bunk bed, it's impressive.
The rest of the transformers, from those that I came across, are more banal and follow the same idea in design as the "bed-desk". And yet it seems to me that for our small rooms it is better not to invent, but to buy a normal folding sofa. It will definitely cost less than such an invention!
Useful transformers for small apartments
Tired of beds? Me too ... But I also wanted to tell you about other types of similar furniture. I will try to be short. When I wrote on the topic, I gave several options for folding tables. There are many noteworthy ideas in this area, but for today I will limit myself to two examples.
I really liked this idea of \u200b\u200ba pull-out table (I found it a long time ago, on the blog of an overseas young lady), but I never figured out how it works. Why is a facade used instead of a leg (everything seems to be in place) and how such a long table fit into a cabinet 60 cm deep remains a mystery to me. I would be grateful if someone would reveal this secret for me.
I would like to mention one more wonderful design invention for small living rooms. This is a combination in one design of a coffee table and a dining table. I myself have been looking at this for a long time, only the price, in my opinion, in our stores for them is too high. Although there are quite decent options in online stores, for example, at prices 2-3 times lower than in ordinary stores.
Transforming furniture in the interior of a small apartment
If you are the proud owner of a very compact, but your own living space, you probably know what transforming furniture is. After all, the organization of the internal space of a small apartment always implies the fact that everything you and your family needs should fit in it. In this case, there must still be a place for free movement.
Modern designers offer a huge number of ways to solve such problems, which we will share today with site visitors about small interiors.
Organization of the living room and bedroom
In furniture stores, you can now safely purchase sets of special furniture that can be assembled and disassembled like a children's designer. This could be, for example, a sofa bed hidden in a large cabinet with several storage boxes with a worktop. Here you can also include various ottomans, shelves, wardrobes - in general, everything that a person needs for a comfortable life in.
The latest models of sofas can not only move apart, turning into a double bed, but also transform into a bunk bed.
Designed specifically for the younger generation, versatile sets fit even the smallest rooms. As a rule, in these models, the sleeping place is on the second tier, and under it are a spacious wardrobe, bookshelves and a desk. This solution allows the most efficient use of the area intended for housing.
Even a large apartment can be made cramped if you clutter it up with not very necessary interior items, and even place them incorrectly. When furnishing small-sized housing, you need to use every centimeter of available space, which will allow you to rationally organize several zones: a bedroom, an office and a living room. It is possible that one or even several of these sections will be under the ceiling.
Usually women have a problem with the placement of jewelry and bijouterie, but the designers have found a rational solution here too. They suggest installing hooks and small stands on the back of a mirror or painting, which are attached to the wall with hinges.
Especially for newlyweds who are still subject to romance, the designers have come up with a comfortable table. It can be easily installed above the bed to serve breakfast in bed to your significant other. And, because it is very compact, it can be easily placed along the wall, thus organizing a work area or an additional bedside table.
In order not to clutter up the space with wardrobes, some young people prefer to use a hanging clothes hanger that is attached to the ceiling.
If two people live on the same square, who in the evenings and on weekends need an equipped place to study or work, designers advise organizing a spacious area by dividing one elongated table into two halves using bookshelves.
For those who, even in a small apartment, prefer to sleep not on the sofa, but on a wide bed, you can think about arranging drawers of different sizes under it. They can act as storage for things or books.
Small bathroom
In the bathroom, the fair sex likes to store cosmetics, manicure accessories, a huge number of different gels, shampoos, lotions and other ladies' tricks. To prevent scissors and files from taking up shelf space, they can be attached to the wall using a magnetic holder.
And on the curtain for a small bathroom, glue several pockets of different sizes, in which washcloths and hygiene products can be safely stored.
Cozy and functional kitchen
Modern kitchen furniture, as a rule, is equipped with many convenient drawers, shelves and hooks, which can significantly save space.
Also, designers offer a large number of compact devices for drying washed dishes. They are designed for kitchens that do not fit a dishwasher.
Another useful idea is a fold-out dining table with comfortable benches.
Installation of a round wooden panel on legs in the kitchen can also be an interesting solution. It comes with chairs with triangular seats that slide completely under the table top.
If desired, furniture craftsmen can order an incredibly functional set that can fit in one corner of your kitchen.
In the absence of a balcony in the apartment, as a rule, there is a problem with drying clothes. A compact foldable dryer that looks like a miniature Ferris wheel will take away these hassles.
And for those who prefer to work in the fresh air, a laptop stand that can be attached to the balcony railing will be a good gift.
If the area of \u200b\u200bthe room does not allow setting large sizes for the sleeping area, then a transformer bed for a small apartment will become a real salvation. This option is practical, compact and folding mechanism, which helps to save usable space. We are talking not only about the simplest mechanism - but also about the numerous solutions that allow. With the help of a simple device, the bed is transformed into any other piece of furniture.
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Transformer bed for a small apartment: advantages and disadvantages
Transforming furniture is rational and has many valuable advantages. Pros of transformer beds for the following:
- assembly and unfolding of the sleeping bed is carried out by a simple mechanism, which consists of special belts, electric drive devices (optional) and strong springs;
- the design can turn into a headset for writing, a play area, or, which contributes to the equipment of additional storage space;
- a large selection of sizes of furniture structures;
- saving space, since;
- the ability to place the device in inconvenient areas in the corner.
These headsets have certain disadvantages:
- due to frequent unfolding, the mechanisms wear out. When buying, special attention should be paid to the manufacturer, materials and quality of furniture;
- higher price than standard furniture.
You should not purchase such furniture sets for the elderly, as the constant assembly and disassembly can be tiresome.
Gaslift structures are considered an original solution. In this case, the side panels are equipped with mezzanines and compact.
Bed with horizontal mechanism
A headset with a horizontal system is considered a more compact option. The sleeping bed is attached to the second piece of furniture. The fasteners are located on the larger side of the bed to reduce stress. Such furniture is often installed in the children's room. This includes beds on two levels.
Some products can be controlled remotely or using dedicated buttons. A similar mechanism is possessed by transformer bed tables for a small apartment.
Which covering and material should I choose?
When choosing ergonomic furniture, special attention should be paid to the materials of manufacture. The most common options are:
- is considered the most budgetary option. The material is characterized by low performance properties;
- refers to a more durable material, it can last at least 5 years;
- natural wood products are considered the most durable.
The quality of the material from which the fasteners are made is of great importance. Metals are stable, do not deform and can support significant weight.
| Picture | Model | Cost, rub. |
 | Wardrobe-bed-sofa transformer "Archi" (Factory Clei) | 74 000 |
 | Allias wardrobe bed | 79 000 |
 | Adelia table-bed (Furniture grad) | 24 500 |
 | Horizont wardrobe bed (Clei Factory) | 46 600 |
 | Bed wardrobe lifting Garun (Manufacturer Uyut - service) | 23 000 |
 | Wardrobe bed with sofa, Avant (Modus Vevendi) | 34 900 |
| Wardrobe bed with a bench Uno (Modus Vevendi) | 32 000 |
Bed dimensions
Transformers for children up to 10 years old have special sizes. For babies up to three years old, the bed is 60 cm wide and 120 cm high.For children from 4 to 7 years old, the length should be about 140 cm.You will need a device with a width of 90 and a length of 180.
Beds for adults are single, one-and-a-half and double. The width of the single-bed version in domestic models varies from 70-90 cm, and in imported models from 90-100 cm. The length can reach 1.9-2 meters. This option is also suitable for teenagers. The standard width of the one and a half model is about 1.4 meters. Double options are 1.4-1.6 meters wide.
Which mechanism should you prefer?
The most important element in the device of the transformer is the lifting mechanism. The service life of the structure depends on its strength and reliability.
Modern models contain the following types of mechanisms:
- spring-loaded works up to 20 thousand cycles;
- gas lift about 90 thousand;
- counterbalanced models are considered more reliable. They require additional space.
Secrets and rules of choice
To choose a quality headset, you should use the following rules:
- as a material for the body, you should choose MDF or natural wood, which are characterized by a long service life;
- lifting mechanisms and various fastening systems must be made of durable material;
- unfolded furniture should not interfere with movement;
- do not ignore the general.
The convertible furniture was originally produced by French, Spanish and German manufacturers. When choosing budget options, it is worth considering models of domestic manufacturers.
Innovative transformable furniture helps to create the most spacious, functional and comfortable living space. 21 models for a small apartment are presented in this article with a photo.
Compact transformable beds
Sofa bed in the interior of a small apartment
Thinking over the new interior of a miniature apartment, you should definitely pay attention to the bed, which transforms into a wardrobe with a sofa. It is this type of furniture that is in demand today more than others. Using this design is simple and pleasant. The free bed is hidden in an aesthetic wardrobe in one movement, a soft sofa is pulled out instead of a berth. Many people like to purchase such transforming items to order, in this way you can get an individual solution tailored to a specific living space, you can choose the fabric of furniture covers. It is important to give preference to goods from reputable manufacturers that guarantee unsurpassed quality, since the structures contain complex mechanisms that must be strong and durable.
sofa bed in a neutral minimalist interior
Features of choosing a bed-table for a small apartment
The owners of cramped apartments are interested in beds that can be easily installed in the closet; instead of a bed, a compact work desk appears. You can choose the color and fabrics of the furniture so that it is in harmony with the overall concept of the interior. The structure often contains elements from chipboard; in the furniture catalogs, you can choose the optimal color. There are several variations of transforming furniture. In one case, the workplace is hidden under the bed - the owners do not need to empty the tabletop and all objects remain in their places, in another design the table folds into one canvas with a berth and is located directly under it.
Folding beds for small apartments
There are horizontal and vertical variations of folding beds without a table and other details - the sleeping place is reliably masked in an upright position, becoming part of the wardrobe. The folded version frees up a lot of usable space in a small apartment. This approach to housing planning is convenient for both adults and children. The folding furniture can have a mirror or photo print on the front. It is worth paying attention to the fact that in the assembled form the wardrobe can have a depth of only three tens of centimeters, and in the folding form we get a full-fledged one- or two-sleeping bed.
Bunk bed-sofa in a small apartment
On sale you can find not only beds of different widths, but also folding two-story structures. The sofa of impressive size, with the help of simple manipulations, turns into two full-fledged berths. In addition, an interesting solution for a small apartment is two-tier sleeping places that fold aesthetically against the wall. Not a bad option for children of any age or guests.
Compact transforming tables
Folding tables for a small apartment
An expanding and instantly gathering table is also a noteworthy piece of furniture. A person living in a small apartment tries to combine wide functionality with the possibility of saving space. Such a chance is represented by transforming furniture. 21 models for a small apartment - this list should include not only beds and sofas, but also tables. Folded models take up a minimum of space in the kitchen, dining room or living room. When unfolded, transformable structures are large dining tables for a comfortable location for a group of several people. The multifunctionality of the clamshell lies in the possibility of replacing several interior items.
Many products are height adjustable, which means they can be used by children and adults. The ways to change the table configuration vary depending on the specific model, manufacturers use different types of mounts and moving parts. Most often, you can change the length of the tabletop by moving several sliding elements. To adjust the height, a special mechanism is introduced into the structure, making a coffee table out of the dining table and vice versa. There are many complex models that combine both types of transformation. Today the book-table is popular.
Original table-painting in the interior of a small room
In modern small-sized apartments, an atmosphere of simple forms reigns, behind which super-comfortable pieces of furniture are hidden. When folded, this structure is a work of art - a picture that organically fits into the design of the walls. Expanding a simple mechanism, we get a convenient table for any purpose, firmly standing on one or two wide supports. The frame of the picture acts as a leg. This solution was created by practical developers for creative hosts. The painting table provides almost limitless possibilities. For example, an item can be placed in a kitchen that is less than a minimum of 6 square meters, in a small room for relaxation, hobbies or tea parties, inside a country house or a cramped living room. A lot of free space is formed in the room, and, if necessary, an area for activity appears. You can surprise your guests with a reclining picture, and a couple of people will perfectly fit and have dinner on the mini-table.
Functional and compact mirror table
Another interesting variation on the wall design is the mirror table. The presence of a reflective surface enhances the functionality and attractiveness of such furniture. By pressing our table against the wall, we can further visually expand the space by adding a mirror. The structure is stationary, that is, attached to the wall. There are also models that, if necessary, can be removed from the wall and placed anywhere in a small apartment. Apparently, such tables will become widespread in the future.
Taking advantage of new solutions in the world of furniture, you can quickly neutralize the problem of space shortages and start enjoying the possibilities of beds, sofas, tables and wardrobes that can change silhouette and purpose. Folding items can be found in different areas of the apartment. If there are no such offers in your hometown, you can order furniture through online stores.
