Room planning · 7 minutes
Wall beds with sofas: how they work and who they suit
A sofa by day and a separate sleeping area at night: the design and room requirements explained.
Two uses in one furniture unit
When closed, the wall bed leaves the sofa and room space available. Opening it provides a separate sleeping area with a mattress and base.
The transformation sequence depends on the model and mechanism. Check the product specifications and instructions.
What to measure
- the wall and ceiling height;
- closed cabinet depth;
- the full opening area;
- walkways beside the sofa and bed;
- doors, sockets, switches and radiators.
Real installation examples
The sofa can form part of a compact living room, bedroom or multipurpose space. Select compatible models using their confirmed dimensions.
How to choose correctly
Check more than the mattress width. Compare the overall cabinet size, sofa depth, space required when open and the positions of other furniture.