Advantages of using a sofa on the balcony, selection criteria
The presence of a balcony in the apartment is always a pleasant bonus for the owners. You can manage your additional territory in different ways: use as a warehouse for unnecessary things or create an island of privacy and comfort. Previously, the balcony was perceived exclusively as a closet for storing clothes, shoes and large items that could not find room in the rooms. Today, it is turned into a study or an additional recreation area. A great idea is to install the sofa on the balcony at the stage of arrangement. First you need to make the appropriate measurements so that the furniture successfully fits into the space provided for it and does not clutter the passage.
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Benefits of using
Sofa on the balcony is an indispensable attribute when creating and arranging an additional room in the apartment. Here you can comfortably sit down with a cup of warm tea, spend time sincerely talking with the other half or work quietly in silence. Advantages of using a sofa on the balcony:
- extra bed;
- multifunctionality - furniture is intended not only for relaxation, but also for storage (if it is equipped with drawers);
- comfort - if you put a sofa, a small cupboard, a table on the balcony, equip it with various decorative elements, the non-residential premises will turn into a full room.
With the independent production of a sofa on a balcony with your own hands, money is significantly saved, there is an opportunity to realize any design idea. Most often, the stylistic design of the loggia corresponds to the direction chosen for the entire apartment, but you can not follow this rule. With the help of a small sofa on the balcony it is easy to emphasize the color scheme of the room, add comfort and coziness.
Practical materials
The service life of a sofa on a balcony depends not only on the materials of which its frame is made, but more on the quality of the upholstery fabric. It is worth paying attention to the most durable, user-friendly options. The surface of the sofa is subject to frequent stresses, so when choosing fabric, characteristics such as resistance to mechanical stress and ease of maintenance are of great importance. The most practical upholstery materials, combining qualities such as attractive appearance and durability, are:
- shenill;
- genuine leather and ecoskin;
- flock.
Chenill is a dense material with increased wear resistance, with a velvety texture. Choosing it for an independent upholstery of a sofa, you should remember that you can also use it for making pillows. Get a designer kit with a color accent.
Sateen, tapestry or jacquard threads are added to the material structure. The appearance and properties of the fabric depend on the components included. Advantages of Chenille:
- does not sit down after washing;
- not stretched;
- drapes well in large folds;
- It is painted in a variety of bright colors and does not fade.
The sofas for the balcony, upholstered by chenille, look modern and look expensive. Due to the addition of threads of different colors and textures to the composition of the material, the furniture acquires a characteristic luster and rich appearance, and with timely care and careful handling it will last for many years.
Natural and artificial leather are used in different interior styles - from classic to minimalism. Materials have a high coefficient of strength, do not absorb water and are not allergens. A sofa in such an upholstery, mounted on a balcony, can become a bright accent and last for many years. It is worth noting that the skin is undemanding to care, it will be enough to periodically wipe it with a soft damp cloth and only in extreme cases use professional products. The disadvantages of upholstery from this material include the tendency to deformation under the influence of high temperatures. The negative point is the lack of repair.
If the choice of furniture upholstery is in front of a family with young children, then flock will be the most suitable material. Its main advantages:
- environmentally friendly;
- does not deform under tension;
- non-hygroscopic;
- easy to care.
When choosing a frame for a sofa on a balcony, you should take into account the increased humidity, which is typical for this type of room due to its proximity to the street. That is why it is worth avoiding materials such as chipboard, OSB, MDF. They have low moisture resistance. The best option for the frame is natural boards. And it is better if they are covered with paint, varnish and other water-repellent compounds.
It is not always easy to choose the material for the upholstery and frame of the sofa on the balcony. I would like to find a worthwhile option suitable for specific conditions. It is desirable that it successfully combines price and quality.
Varieties
Furniture located on the balcony should ideally fit into the interior, and also have a compact size. For optimal zoning of the area, the sofa must be accurately placed in a free corner, leaving space for passage and movement. You can select one of their configurations:
- Direct sofa. On the balcony is located near the wall with a shorter length. If the opening is not very narrow, you can mount a folding mechanism, arrange a berth.
- Angular. The balcony is used for relaxing, storing bedding or other things. It is installed on irregularly shaped loggias having an area of 10 m² or more.
- Suspension. The development of building technologies allows you to implement any ideas. An exclusive sofa-swing on the balcony is not only an opportunity to surprise guests with an unusual piece of furniture, but also a way to relax and distract from usual activities.
In addition, sofas for balconies and loggias can be divided into several main groups:
- Sofa-pouf. It has compact dimensions, characterized by the absence of a frame. In order to rationalize the space is installed near the wall with the smallest length.
- Couch Chest. The main structural idea is storage of things. It is made in the form of a box with a lid, decorated with pillows. The backrest is optional, but if necessary, the installation is closed with soft upholstery.
- Sofa wardrobe. It is not intended for storage of things, it functions exclusively as a berth. When assembled, it looks like an ordinary cabinet.
- Sofa bed. It is installed on the loggia as an additional place for rest and sleep. In the manufacture is complemented by a folding mechanism. A sofa with a berth can be disassembled and folded if necessary, saving a significant part of the area.When assembled, it looks like straight or corner furniture.
- Couch. The design is similar to a couch covered with upholstery. Used as a place to sleep, relax and work. Has a hard seat, not intended for storage.
Choosing the right option for the owner of the apartment. Any design ideas can be translated into reality, you just want to. The variety of sofas on the balcony contributes to this.
Criterias of choice
To enjoy using the sofa for a long time, when arranging a balcony, you need to take into account the moments necessary for proper installation and comfortable operation. Criterias of choice:
- Dimensions When planning the installation of the sofa, it is necessary to determine the required length, width and height to the nearest centimeter. An ideal option would be to make a layout on a computer in a specialized graphics editor or draw on graph paper.
- Functional purpose. If you need it as an element of the interior or for short-term operation, an ottoman or pouf will do. A folding sofa will help to arrange an extra bed on the balcony, and the option with a chest is suitable for storing things.
- Design. Creating the interior of the balcony, it is worth immediately deciding on the general concept and color schemes. Many examples of finished finishes have been developed, which are easy to repeat.
- The form. Depending on the size of the balcony, a variety of furniture is selected. For a small room, an ottoman is suitable, for an irregularly shaped loggia, the corner sofa will be the best option.
- Transformation. Folding sofas are only suitable for large balconies. There is not enough space for them in a small room.
- The presence of boxes. If a lot of things have accumulated that have nowhere to store, a sofa with additional elements will help solve this problem.
- Price. The cost of furniture is a significant selection criterion. You need to be more restrained in the desire to save, because this can cause the acquisition of low-quality goods.
It is also important where the sofa is planned to be placed: on a glazed balcony or an open loggia. If rain falls on unprotected furniture, and in winter it is exposed to frost, you should not count on a long service life. If the loggia is open, when choosing a sofa you need to pay special attention to the materials of manufacture. It is desirable that they are waterproof and durable, resistant to external factors.
How to do it yourself
To make a sofa chest, it is necessary to make a model in electronic or paper form. The diagram and drawings must be carefully calibrated in size. With their help, the amount of necessary mounting hardware is determined.
After the final calculation, you can purchase the materials necessary for the manufacture of the sofa:
- beam 50 x 50 mm for the frame;
- plywood for the manufacture of backs;
- fasteners;
- upholstery fabric;
- foam rubber.
Preparation method:
- Using a jigsaw or saw, saw the timber in size. Assemble the frame, fixing the screws with a screwdriver.
- At the next stage, in accordance with the drawings, it is necessary to cut plywood for the side walls, seats and the lower part, screw it to the frame. The elements must be connected with self-tapping screws, since the use of nails will lead to creaking and the appearance of gaps in the finished product.
- When the frame is ready, you can decorate it. The simplest option is painting, the alternative is decoration with a clapboard or block house.
- At the end of the assembly, cut the foam in size. To make an upholstery, to fit all parts of the sofa.
If you want to quickly make furniture on the balcony, the easiest way is to make a sofa out of pallets.First you need to prepare materials and tools that are useful in the work. You will need:
- pallets (6-8 pieces);
- furniture lacquer or protective tint;
- self-tapping screws;
- furniture stapler;
- foam rubber;
- upholstery fabric.
The procedure for self-assembly of the sofa is as follows:
- Cut pallets according to size.
- Apply a decorative coating using furniture lacquer or protective tint.
- After drying, mount the base of the sofa. To do this, connect the pallets with the front side and fasten with self-tapping screws.
- The final step will be the manufacture of upholstery. High-density solid foam must be cut to size, placed in place, and then sew parts from durable fabric and secure them with a furniture stapler.
- Decorate the finished sofa with pillows.
Remaking a balcony is a laborious and costly process. You can save financial resources by performing some types of work yourself. It’s easy to make a balcony sofa with your own hands, if you carefully think through the procedure and stock up with the necessary materials.
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