How to Choose a Sectional Pull Out Sleeper Sofa

Most of us have had the pleasure of sleeping on a pull-out sofa at one point or another, whether when we were kids and had sleepovers, or late nights spent at the homes of our friends. The right sectional sleeper sofa can provide you with comfort, convenience and a neat appearance that blends into your home decor.

A great choice is the Milo from Rove Concepts. This sectional sofa convertible features a mattress that is easy to take out and comes with kiln dried hardwood and dowelled joints.

Versatility

If you have a guest in mind but do not have the space for a separate bedroom, an upholstered sectional sofa sleeper can be an excellent option. These versatile sofas can transform into beds to accommodate guests for the night, turning your living space or home office into a cozy retreat. Sleeper sofas are more flexible than ever. Some are constructed with memory foam mattresses for extra comfort, while other include a storage solution like a hidden side pocket to keep sheets and blankets handy. Some are converted into chaise lounges, giving your guests more space to sleep.

Think about the style of your house when choosing a sleeper sofa sectional. A sleek pull-out sofa with twin mattresses is great for modern spaces, whereas a futon or wood-framed sleeper sofa might be more suited to rustic styles. After you've decided on an aesthetic, measure the dimensions in your space to make sure it fits before purchasing. Then, decorate the sofa with blankets, pillows and other accessories to make it comfortable for sitting and sleeping.

A sectional sleeper sofa is a combination of two very useful pieces of furniture - a loveseat pull out couch as well as a bed. Its seamless transformation provides the best of both worlds, providing you a comfortable space to watch TV or relax with friends, and a comfortable place for overnight guests to rest. The stylish design blends seamlessly with any decor theme, from traditional to contemporary and enhances the appearance of your living space.

Sectional sleeper couches, in contrast to futons, come with mattresses that folds out to form a bed. The mattress in a sectional may be constructed of a variety of materials, including foam memory foam, HR foam or innerspring. Foam mattresses are lightweight and flexible, while innerspring and memory foam mattresses are more firm and long lasting.

Select from a wide range of upholstery options including performance fabrics that resist moisture and stains to make cleaning easy. Explore our collection of contemporary sectional sofas and couches to find the one you like. Then take a sample to see how it appears in your home.

Convenience

The sectional sleeper sofa appears and feels like a regular couch. But, beneath the cushions is a bed which can be easily transformed into a large mattress. As opposed to a mattress made of air, which has to be stored away when not being used and takes up lots of space, this type of sofa bed is more practical and flexible.

There are models with a chaise storage which provides extra sleeping and sitting space. If you like entertaining guests frequently or often have friends or family staying over this is the kind of sleeper sofa for you. It allows you to keep blankets, pillows and sheets nearby so that you're always prepared for unexpected overnight stays.

Another advantage is the ability to alter your look. There are many sofa beds available in a variety of choices for upholstery, including performance fabrics that are specifically designed to last and resist staining. Some come with built-in USB ports that allow for quick charging of devices. You can pick from a variety of different colors and patterns to match your personal style.

In addition to choosing a fabric that fits your home's decor you can also adjust your comfort level by picking an innerspring or memory foam mattress. Traditional innerspring mattresses provide a firm foundation, whereas memory foam mattresses conform to the contours of your body and are an ideal choice for more restful sleeping.

A reversible sleeper sofa is another useful option that allows you to arrange the chaise on either side of the sofa so it matches the layout of your room and floor plan seamlessly. There are also models that have hidden storage compartments for storing blankets, pillows, and other supplies.

The majority of sleeper sectional couches require some assembly, but it's an easy job that usually takes 10 to 15 minutes. Before buying, make sure to measure the space in your home as well as the box it is packed in. You may have to measure your front door hallways, tight corners and hallways in order to make sure that the furniture will fit into. Also, you should determine if the sofa will fit into the elevator or stairwell of your building when you are living in an apartment or condo.

Comfort

If you've ever stayed for the night at a house shared with a friend and slept there, you're likely familiar with sleeper sofas. These furniture pieces -- also known as convertible sofas or pull-out couches - combine the functions of a couch and bed in one which makes them perfect for guest rooms and small rooms. When choosing a sectional with a mattress that can be pulled out be sure to consider features such as ease of maintenance, comfort and assembly, and design.

Start by determining the size of the room and the number of people who will be either sleeping or sitting in the space. You'll have to decide on the type of mattress that you'd like to have: a futon couch with metal frames is ideal in an old-fashioned, country-style space. A memory foam or innerspring bed might be better for a contemporary space.

Some sleeper sectionals come with a mattress that can be removed from the middle of the sofa. Others may incorporate it into the chaise or corner sections. If you are looking for a sectional that has a pull-out mattress it is important to look for easily-to-use handles or hinges to assist you in pulling it out when you need to. Certain models come with a mechanism which clicks into the right position. This makes the process quick and simple.

You'll also need to think about the comfort of a sectional sofa itself, as you'll be seated on it often. You should look for high-end construction and materials like durable fabric that is resistant to wear and tear. The cushions are designed to be comfortable and constructed of polyester fibers, polyester down or foam.

Adding a sectional pull out sleeper sofa to your home is a great way to accommodate guests staying overnight while keeping your living space elegant and comfortable. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect piece of furniture for your home.

We sought out industry experts to help you make the right choice. They included Nina Edwards Anker (founder and interior designer of Neastudio), Jessica Harris (designer and director of production design for Room & Board), and Michelle Castagna (owner of Muse Design Studio and President of Florida's International Furnishings and Design Association, IFDA). Our PEOPLE TESTED team tested eight sleeper couches, comparing durability, comfort and ease of assembly and cleaning.

Style

When you are looking for a sectional bed, comfort and versatility are important aspects. However, style is another factor to consider. There are styles to choose from an array of styles, from contemporary and transitional to mid-century modern and casual. If you want to make your sectional the center point of your room, select a design that has sleek track arms and a chic design. On the other hand, if want to keep it low-key and simple, go for an elegant design with soft cushions and soft edges.

The Milo sectional, available at West Elm, comes in several felt, velvet, weave and faux leather options to match your preferences. It has a queen-sized innerspring mattress and a chaise lounge that can be positioned either to the left or right. The sleeper sofa has plenty of seating as well as a storage Ottoman which can be put under the chaise when it is not in use. The hidden compartment underneath the chaise allows the sleeping surface to be folded out. The ottoman is a great spot to store blankets and linens for guests.

The Oxford sleeper sofa made by Room & Board is another alternative. The rollout trundle-like mechanism is crafted of high-resiliency foam for an extremely comfortable and comfortable sleeping surface. This sectional provides ample seating and is covered in your choice of fabric, including children and pet-friendly performance fabrics that are easy to clean.

If you're considering a convertible sectional be aware that some models come with an integrated bed that can be more easily converted than others. Certain styles require you to take off the cushions on the sofa to reveal the sleep surface, while others have an exclusive mechanism that you can control with the touch of a button. Also, some sleeper sectionals have an average mattress size, while others don't, which may make it challenging to find sheets that work with them.

You can also choose a modular sectional sleeper, which comes in several boxes. It is assembled on site. This type of sleeper sofa is able to fit through narrow hallways and doorways and is a good choice for apartments and condos where space is tight. However, it's important to check the dimensions of your front doors and other entrances to make sure they'll be adequate to accommodate these huge pieces.