Advantages and disadvantages of a convertible sofa bed

Perhaps many people have already heard of the popular convertible sofa beds. These beds have become the solution for people who live in a small house and for university students who stay in small apartments and dormitories. These types of beds are well known for the double function they offer. And since they first came on the market, many people have tried and bought one. However, not many people are aware of the advantages and disadvantages of having a convertible sofa bed.

First of all, a convertible sofa bed is a very useful piece of furniture. It is fresh and functional. Obviously, as its name suggests, it can be used both as a sofa and as a bed. It is very ideal for a small space because its owner does not have to buy a separate sofa and bed. This sits like any normal sofa during the day. But when night comes and its owner has to sleep, he just needs to push the cushions aside and pull the folded mattress towards him. It is really very simple and easy to set up. And also, they are of great help whenever a visitor arrives and there is no extra bed in the house; or when the owner of the house does not want to spend more time preparing another bed. After all, those sleepovers are rare.

There are also stain resistant fabrics. Most of them are made of durable materials and can fit through doors of any size. However, a convertible sofa bed is usually very heavy. Many people complain that it cannot be easily moved and transferred from one place to another. Some would not fit on narrow stairs and some are very uncomfortable to sleep on. However, not all of them are heavy. In fact, there are several lightweight models. Also, there are sofa beds with really unique styles.