Changing bed for a sofa bed?!? Argh.

Question

I was thinking of getting rid of my bed and having this instead.

It would be to save space really because my bedroom is tiny.

This: http://s7v1.scene7.com/is/image/Littlewoods/tj139v03i?

Or maybe this: http://s7v1.scene7.com/is/image/Littlewoods/a802-531141-1?

( I'm looking at the fold out thingy).

Does anyone use something like this? Is it comfy? Do you regret changing it?

Can anyone find one they like better?

Opinions please! Thanks.

Answer 1

i have the first one in black, it is soooo comfy and good value for money. i think you should go for that one

Answer 2

Not a good idea.  It might break down easily if your partner is fat!

Answer 3

If you must change then get a decent one with a good solid bedstead and a substantial matress. I say if you must because you will tire of taking off the cushions, unfolding the bed, making up with sheets etc. It takes at least 10 minutes, takes some considerable effort and in itself can cause back ache. Then you go through it all again in the morning but in reverse. You will end up leaving it open and made up so back where you started.

Answer 4

I dont use my sofa bed, but i do when i have sleepovers. I think i can get to sleep better than my original bed! Um, i have a day bed? It is basically a bed, but a sofa style. Like this (this isn't my bed, but the same style)

http://www.empirestores.co.uk/rf/emp/nav...

Answer 5

Have you tried Ikea they do online shopping now and I find that they're  furniture for small spaces is very clever indeed.

Make sure if you do change that your sofa bed comes with a substantial mattress otherwise you could end up with back ache each day.

Answer 6

The only thought which springs to mind is: are sofa beds designed for continuous use?

You spend nearly a third of your life in bed and its important to sleep on something which is comfortable and good for your back. A sofa bed probably doesn't give you the same support as a conventional bed - since a conventional bed usually has a hard surface in which you put a thick mattress on. The sofa bed probably doesn't have a thick mattress - and may not support one.

I used to have a sofa bed in my lounge for guest use, and it had a flimsy little padding which acted as a mattress. Whilst it was okay for short stays, I don't think it would have been good for permanent use.

When choosing a mattress for a bed, you have to choose one which is comfortable for you. If you go for something cheap, it will cost you in the long run.