How to make a sofa on a windowsill, types of designs

A window sill-sofa will make your room truly cozy

It is common for many of us to see a window covered with curtains or light curtains. However, designers propose expanding the interior and providing the room with additional space. This can be done with the help of an unusual detail - a window sill-sofa.

Wide window sill-sofa in the interior of a studio apartment

A window sill-sofa with a soft mattress can easily become a full-fledged sleeping place

Window sill-sofa in the interior of a private house

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Think back to your childhood. Probably everyone sat on the windowsill with their feet up, looking out the window, watching the cars or the falling snow. Adults will not waste time in this way, but sitting with a laptop or favorite book - why not?

To implement such a solution, it is worth making a mini-sofa in place of the window sill. The main obstacle in creating this project may be the radiator placed under the window, so when renovating the room you need to move the radiator away from the window. If the renovation is completed, and the idea for a window sill-sofa in the apartment came to you just now, then you need to cover the radiator with a special screen.

Beautiful kitchen in light colors in loft style

Dining room with window sill sofa and large bookshelves

The important point is that the emphasis in the interior of the room will be on the sofa, so when creating the design, you need to build on it. Try to create a space that is useful and functional. The gaps on the walls around the window can be filled with shelves for books, and the window sill can be converted into a cozy soft sofa.

Features and Benefits

As a child, many people probably loved to climb onto a window sill covered with curtains, hiding there from everyone and watching the falling snow or driving cars. Of course, it’s not comfortable for adults to sit like that. It’s another matter if the window sill in the house is turned into a cozy sofa. All household members can afford to relax on an unusual bed - this is a good idea for creating such a place. More practical advantages of the design include:

1. Increased functionality - a sofa made from a window sill will fit perfectly into any interior and will become its brightest and most stylish part. The space underneath can be used to store things that the owners rarely use.
2. Practical and comfortable - you can read your favorite books on it, listen to music, watch movies on your laptop or just dream.
3. Ability to withstand heavy loads - up to 90 kilograms or more.
4. Durability - will stand until you get tired of it.

In the nursery and bedroom, a sofa placed on the windowsill will help create additional space for sleeping; in the living room, you can create a relaxation area or organize evening gatherings. And such furniture can become a favorite place for pets. It’s not difficult to make an unusual design in your home. To do this, you need to strengthen the window sill by increasing its width, put a mattress and a couple of pillows. When arranging the bed, the battery does not have to be moved to another place; it can be covered with a special screen.

Flowers that were on the windowsill should be moved to another place. For example, you can put them on hanging shelves or racks, or place them in hanging flowerpots on the wall.

Window seats for a great view: wide window sill on the balcony

If you are lucky enough to have a beautiful view outside your window, it would be a crime not to take advantage of it. Just take a look at some of these projects. The architects purposefully lowered them to take advantage of the stunning views outside.

The architects at Bark Design took it a step further with a corner window and matching space that opens the modern bedroom to the wild green jungle.

By the way, corner windows are becoming increasingly popular, especially in private homes located in beautiful natural places.

Which window sill is suitable for use as a sofa?

A stylish sofa on a windowsill can be made if the windows in the room are located at a distance of no more than 50-60 cm from the floor and have a width of at least 90 cm. If this rule is not followed, the bed will turn out to be too high, small and uncomfortable. The depth of the window opening is also important, but if necessary, it can be increased by erecting an additional structure made of plasterboard or installing the tabletop on special supports. Before placing the mattress on the base, it is very important to insulate the window openings to get rid of drafts. If the window is old, it should be replaced. Also, when creating a design, you should take into account the features of windows:

1. Panoramic - do not have a window sill as such. Designers recommend choosing light sofas or seats and fixing them in the walls (slopes).
2. Bay windows are best suited for creating a sofa area. The length of the seats is increased due to the oval shape, the recessed bench keeps the living space of the room as untouched as possible.
3. Located in stairwells, such corners of the house are ideal for creating recreation areas. The design of the window sill-sofa should be kept as simple as possible.
4. In the living room - if there is a bay window, the space can be expanded, covered with a mattress and a bright fluffy blanket, and decorated with voluminous pillows.
5. In the kitchen, the windows fog up due to the steam coming from the stove. Therefore, it is better not to place a sofa here. Instead, you should think about creating a wooden bench for seating that fits into the overall concept of the interior.

An ordinary window sill can also be used to create a relaxation area. To turn it into a sofa, you need to install and strengthen a wide tabletop, then you can do the design. Another option is to remove the classic structure and build a podium in its place.

A sofa on the windowsill for children will not only look good, but will also serve as an additional place to sleep. Only the windows must be insulated so that in winter children do not catch a cold or get sick. You can also make an unusual bed on an insulated loggia or balcony. Created according to a special project, it will allow you to transfer these rooms from utility rooms to the most comfortable places in the house.

Redevelopment must be coordinated with the Housing Inspectorate.

In the living room

In the staircase

In the kitchen

Panoramic window

Bay window

Things to remember

To prevent the sofa on the window from disrupting the heat circulation in the room, it is worth removing the radiator. The radiator is moved to a cooler wall, helping to save on heating costs.

Any redevelopment work in the apartment is carried out after obtaining permission from the management company.

Sofa on the windowsill without heating devices Source roomester.ru
If the device cannot be moved, then the pipe is covered with a special screen. A device with holes does not prevent warm air from entering the room. Models with decorative coating will help improve the appearance of old cast iron batteries. Designers recommend using radiator grilles made of wood or metal mesh in residential areas.

Sofa-window-sill with radiator screen Source pinterest.com

Cozy area with Roman blinds Source bezkovrov.com

Stylish interior Source bezkovrov.com

Manufacturing materials

You can make a sofa-window sill with your own hands if you have the material and the simplest tools in just a few hours. Armrests are attached to the slopes at the base of the window, and a mattress made of foam rubber or polyurethane foam is laid and attached to the surface. Then the resulting structure is decorated with textiles, leather or fur, a beautiful blanket and a couple of pillows are laid. If there is a window sill, but it is old, and there are fears that it will not support the weight of an adult, it needs to be dismantled, the base strengthened and a more durable structure installed.

The basis for creating a sofa on the windowsill can be made of different materials. Plastic is the simplest. It weighs little, does not need painting, is not subject to rotting, is not afraid of exposure to UV rays, and is easy to install. A sofa on a wooden base in window openings looks good, but requires additional treatment with wax or varnish for durability, and on a stone base it looks presentable, but can only be placed in spacious rooms and must be equipped with a thick mattress.

The algorithm for creating a base for a sofa depends on the material:

1. Made from natural wood. Remove the old window sill and eliminate any debris that appears. Wipe the surface with a damp cloth. If necessary, level the slopes. Make calculations - the blank for the window sill-sofa should be 4 cm longer than the window opening. Its tilt angle is no more than 2 degrees. The width can be any. After taking measurements, the workpiece must be driven to the required size and then installed - best on pre-prepared spacers, secured with polyurethane foam or concrete mortar. Additionally, it is recommended to secure the wooden sheet with self-tapping screws. The joints of the window sill with the window and walls should be filled with acrylic or other sealant. After this, the base must be treated with stain, paint or an antiseptic to protect it from atmospheric influences.
2. Made from high quality plastic. To make a plastic window sill for a sofa, you need to measure and cut the material using a special hacksaw, jigsaw or saw. It is better to work with glasses and gloves to prevent individual plastic particles from getting into your eyes. To fasten the installed base, you should use two-component polyurethane foam; it does not “expand” after hardening. It is recommended to place heavy objects on the surface of the window sill after installation. They need to be distributed evenly to prevent deformation of the base. After the foam has dried, the excess should be removed with a stationery knife.
3. Made from natural or artificial stone. The installation process of the structure is similar to the previous ones. The only difference is that it is recommended to use special polyurethane adhesives instead of polyurethane foam.

If there is no window sill, you can use wood, MDF or laminated chipboard as the basis for creating a sofa. The base should be attached to the walls, having first checked their strength and installed special “corners” for reliability.

Made of wood

From stone

Made of plastic

How to make a foam mattress

When starting work, you need to decide exactly for what needs the finished product will be used. If you need a stationary mattress for constant use, in addition to polyurethane foam, you will also have to stock up on a spring block. In cases where you need a lightweight, portable model for guests or for a summer residence, you can get by with just one foam rubber.

Materials and tools

To make a foam mattress, you need to prepare the following tools and materials.

• Dense polyurethane foam - necessary for constructing a frame within which the filler will be placed. This design will allow the product to better retain its shape, increase wear resistance and service life.
• Foam rubber marked EL, HR or VE is used as a filler. The inside of the box is filled with pure foam rubber or combined with layers of coconut coir, struttofiber or other materials to improve the orthopedic properties of the bed. It is better to purchase solid pieces of foam rubber that match the dimensions of the sleeping place. If this was not possible, then to make a foam mattress with your own hands, you can use separate pieces of filler.
• Glue - will be needed to glue the box and connect the layers of filler to each other. To work, you need to purchase a specific adhesive composition designed specifically for gluing foam rubber, for example Sefox. It is completely safe for health, does not emit unpleasant odors, and firmly connects surfaces. To spray it evenly, it is better to use a special gun.
• Fabric for sewing a cover - preference should be given to dense natural fabrics. Linen, calico, cotton and viscose are perfect for making a cover.

False window with imitation

You can make a sofa in an apartment from a real window sill only if the windows are located low enough. If there is no suitable opening, do not be upset. There is a way out of the situation: you can arrange a recreation area with a false window. It looks as organic as possible if it is located in a niche made of plasterboard. To create a structure, you need to cover the interior space with photo wallpaper or posters, attach a wooden frame, and move it slightly forward, if space allows. Design the slopes, make a wide base, put a mattress and pillows on it - ready. You can create a false window in other ways, see the table for more details.

It’s quite easy to make a sofa from a window sill in a nursery, living room or other room. It doesn’t matter whether the house has suitable windows or not. In the interior, a false window looks amazing, especially if it is illuminated.

Bar counter

An unusual use of a window sill would be to style it as a bar counter, which has no place anywhere else. If the height of the window sill allows, then you need to put bar stools and make a rack below for alcohol and drinks. In the corner next to the window sill you can organize a rack for glasses and other utensils. It turns out to be a minibar with a view of the street.

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Healthy Supplements

To make your herbal pillow more beneficial to your health, put medicinal herbs in the pillowcase.

Oregano

Its aroma relieves stress, fights insomnia and strengthens the nervous system.

Hop cones

Another natural sleeping pill and sedative.

Lavender

The aroma of its flowers will create a unique atmosphere in the bedroom and help you fall asleep quickly and soundly.

Juniper needles and bark

Good for those who often suffer from colds. The resinous smell of juniper pine is an excellent anti-inflammatory agent.

Sage

It is not for nothing that it is used for inhalation for flu and colds. One night on a pillow with a bag of sage sewn into it can put the patient back on his feet!

Mint and lemon balm

Their aroma calms the heart rate and helps prevent attacks of tachycardia. Rosemary It is good if the phyto-pillow is used for daytime sleep. After such a rest, fatigue will disappear as if by hand. But you shouldn’t inhale the smell of rosemary all night - there is a risk of waking up too early.

Jasmine flowers

Also suitable for a “daytime” pillow. The aroma of these flowers improves performance, helps to concentrate attention and alleviates menopause and PMS.

Dry lemon or orange zest

Relieves stress, promotes relaxation, and can be a good remedy for tension headaches. And all citruses are an excellent way to boost immunity.

For option No. 1, you will need pillowcases - either existing ones or specially sewn ones. Each pillow should have its own separate pillowcase.

The process of creating a mattress is extremely simple. All pillowcases are sewn together - manually or using a sewing machine. All that remains is to insert the pillows. That's all - the transformable mattress is ready!

Important! All holes for inserting pillows should be located on one side of the row.

To make the mattress interesting and attractive, use pillowcases of different colors, or with cartoon characters.

The advantage of this option is that most of the sewing work has already been completed before you. It will take very little effort, and the end result will be a rather practical, original product.

Important! The advantage of a “collapsible” product is that at any time you can take out the pillows and wash the homemade mattress cover. Since a convertible mattress is most often used on the floor, a removable mattress topper is a great option.

Soft elements. What should I pay attention to when ordering?

To choose the right foam, you need to know the weight of the person who will use the product.

It is incorrect to ask girls this question, but it is important. Depending on your weight and options for using the mattress, you need to select foam. It is not always worth taking the most expensive one, as it may be too tough for you, and you certainly should not focus on the cheapest one. Such foam will quickly become unusable.

In order to guess as accurately as possible with foam, let's determine exactly how the product will be used and how many people will constantly use it. For example, there are 4 people in a family, let’s determine the weight of each:

1. 80 kg
2. 65 kg
3. 45 kg
4. 30 kg