What is
The Bedinge sofa from Ikea is a standard model with a click-clack mechanism.
It is distinguished from other products by its relatively low cost, long service life, and varied equipment. The store invites customers to independently choose the desired type of mattress, armrests, and linen drawers. Thanks to the variety of colors (10 shades are on sale), the sofa fits harmoniously into any interior, and the ability to purchase covers separately allows owners to periodically update the furniture design. This model is a simple three-seater sofa (its dimensions are relatively compact - 200 x 104 x 91 cm), which effortlessly turns into a spacious double bed. Easy to assemble yourself like a construction set. In addition, the product weighs only 37 kg, and you can deliver it home from the store by car, since the packaging does not take up much space.
The sofa is assembled from a frame, cover and mattress. The latter is presented in several models of varying density and thickness. Two pillows for armrests, as well as a linen box, are included in the package at the request of the consumer. The manufacturer provides a 5-year warranty for the Bedinge sofa.
Those who are not yet familiar with products from Ikea should know that the names of many products are made up of the names of selected components; for example, a person can purchase a Bedinge Levos Ransta green sofa.
Design elements and materials used
Bedinge's standard equipment includes:
- A durable metal frame into which plywood crossbars are inserted, acting as a shock absorber.
- Sofa mattress. Its upper layer is orthopedic, follows the contours of the body and provides comfortable rest. The mattress consists of polyester and cotton; synthetic wool and non-woven polypropylene are used for padding. The fittings of this element are made of zippers and Velcro. When purchasing a mattress, you should pay attention to the thickness. There are several modifications to choose from: Levos (single-layer, 12 centimeters wide, inexpensive, but will quickly become unusable), Murbo (hard, of the same thickness), Walla (softer and the most expensive two-layer option), Hovet (non-rigid, made of foam rubber and latex).
- Removable cover. Due to the fact that this element can be easily removed for cleaning or replaced with a new one, you don’t have to worry about stains or dirt on the surface of the product. The cover can be machine washed or dry cleaned. If desired, you can purchase several additional capes of different colors and periodically replace them, refreshing the interior. The store offers the following shade options: beige, brown, green, red, white.
- Two pillows. They also have removable covers that can be easily machine washed or replaced with others. These elements perform the function of armrests and are included in the price of the sofa at the discretion of the consumer.
Future owners are offered one more additional element - a box for storing bed linen. During assembly, this part is easily installed under the base, and then easily dismantled if necessary.
In order to assemble the selected sofa set, the client needs to take the necessary parts himself, guided by the numbers of the warehouse departments indicated on the tag in which each of the components is stored.
About the material of manufacture
When choosing any furniture, it is important to pay attention to the material from which the structure is made. Upholstery material is important for kitchen products. After all, in conditions of regular cooking, furniture and other surfaces will inevitably get dirty
To be able to keep the headset clean, you need to choose those designs that are made of materials that are easy to clean
After all, in conditions of regular cooking, furniture and other surfaces will inevitably get dirty. To be able to keep the set clean, you need to choose those designs that are made of materials that are easy to clean.
Recently, more and more housewives are giving preference to products made of leather or high-quality leatherette in the photo. This is a durable upholstery option that is easy to clean and retains its appearance for a long time. However, products upholstered with this material are sold at a high cost. A more budget option is flock. This is a durable synthetic fabric that does not absorb moisture and fat deposits. Even if juice is spilled on a flock-covered sofa, regular cleaning with a dry cloth will solve the problem.
Advantages and disadvantages
Ikea furniture has a lot of fans, and the reason for this is easy to explain: the manufacturer provides every detail so that customers can use the products with maximum benefit and comfort. However, the Bedinge sofa has both advantages and disadvantages. Among the advantages are:
- ease of assembly of the structure;
- possibility of independent transportation due to the low weight of the product;
- when moving, the sofa is not difficult to disassemble and reassemble completely; during transportation, the packaged parts will not take up much space;
- a good mattress that guarantees a comfortable rest;
- covers that are easy to remove for cleaning;
- the ability to choose a product that suits almost any interior thanks to a fairly large number of colors;
- no need to purchase new furniture if the walls of the room are repainted a different color - you just need to purchase a cape of the desired shade;
- The dimensions of the bed when unfolded will allow two people to rest peacefully;
- the equipment is chosen by the consumer himself;
- the sofa can easily and quickly transform into a spacious sleeping area;
- The service life of the structure exceeds 5 years.
Among the shortcomings, the only highlight is the quality of the mattress, which is about 12 centimeters thick. It quickly becomes unusable. This can easily be avoided by choosing a thicker product.
Dimensions suitable for two people
Ease of transportation
Good mattress
Covers can be removed for cleaning
Wide choice of colors
Easy to assemble
Possibility of choosing a complete set
Assembling a Bedinge sofa from IKEA
Now an equally creative process begins. After everything was hauled into the apartment (thank God - the building has a freight elevator), we began assembly. First, according to tradition, a photo of the complete unpacked set. This is how your sofa will look when packed, only without the slippers:
I placed the slipper so that all this would not go to “such and such a grandmother” at the most crucial moment. The very first thing we decided to release was the mattress. He was swaddled so tightly that it seemed like it would take a long time for him to “come to his senses” and straighten up:
To his surprise, he almost immediately took on a completely working appearance. You've probably already noticed that the mattress consists of two separate parts. One is for the seat, the other is for the back. The parts are connected to each other with a zipper. The cover can be easily removed for washing, just unfasten all the fasteners.
On the other side of the mattress there are Velcro strips to attach to the sofa frame. Otherwise it will squirm
Now open the box. What I still respect IKEA for is its attention to detail. Everything is packaged in such a way that the client does not have to pick around with oily rags, run around with heaps of wrapping paper, and do not make a blatant mess at the unpacking site. Everything is neat, compact, there is enough of everything. And nothing more:
We take all the parts out of the box and admire the set:
To tell the truth, I can’t even believe that it will be possible to sit and lie on all this :).
Open the instructions and start assembling. Even those who can’t do anything other than press keys on a computer keyboard can handle the first stage. See, I did it. So you will succeed all the more. The main thing is that all the white things on the posts are on top
Now comes the hard part. Installing brackets:
At this stage there is a note to the instructions. Unfortunately, it does not indicate that short screws should be used. Well, of course, I bet long. But then they turned out to be needed for something else. So I had to unscrew it. In principle, this is not such a problem. I could have figured it out myself
Next we screw the seat and backrest. This is not difficult either:
And now our sofa is almost ready:
Now all that remains is to attach the mattress to it:
And put on a cover. The color in the photo turned out very similar to the original. Dark turquoise:
By the way, the case also consists of two parts connected by a zipper. Probably so that you can wash it even in the smallest washing machine. The cover has pockets. They are located on both sides of the seat. Very comfortable. You can put your phone, book and other small things in there.
How does BEDINGE work?
The basis of the sofa is a durable metal frame with springy crossbars made of birch plywood. The mattress is attached to the base with Velcro, and a cover is placed on top of the mattress. Additionally, you can purchase a box for linen. It is installed under the sofa.
The folding mechanism is traditional “click-clack”, that is, to unfold the sofa you need to raise the seat until it clicks, and then lower it. The back and seat form one, flat surface, the size of the bed is 140 cm wide and 200 cm long.
Possible configuration options
The BEDINGE sofa bed combination consists of a universal frame and individually selected mattresses and covers. Also included with the case are two lumbar pillows. Armrests and headrests can be purchased separately.
There are six mattress options to choose from. You can choose your own mattress for any wishes and conditions of use. From inexpensive polyurethane foam ALMOS to combined mattresses with orthopedic effect RESMU and VALLA. Cases also differ in material, color and cost.
The name of the combination is made up of the name of the mattress, the cover and its color. For example, BEDINGE LEVOS RANSTA is dark gray.
Mattresses
All mattresses have the same height of 12 cm. The difference is in the composition of the filling, which determines their properties.
- ALMOS – single-layer polyurethane foam, medium hardness.
- LEVOS is a single-layer polyurethane foam, hard and elastic.
- MURBO – two-layer polyurethane foam, medium hardness.
- KHOVET – soft and elastic two-layer, a combination of latex and foam rubber.
- VALLA - two-layer medium hardness, a combination of polyurethane foam with a “memory effect”.
- RESMU is a soft mattress with pocket springs.
Mattress layers and filler composition
- Fabric: 79% cotton, 21% polyester
- Lining: polyester wadding, non-woven polypropylene
- Filler: polyurethane foam
- Filler density, kg/cub.m: 28
Mattress cover
In the Bedinge line, the mattress and sofa bed are also complemented by replaceable covers. As already mentioned, the covers are made of materials that are safe for your health and easy to clean at home. An extensive palette of colors will allow Bedinge products to fit perfectly into your interior. For a bedroom, a light shade is suitable, giving the atmosphere airiness and lightness; for a living room, decorated in strict colors, we advise you to take a closer look at the gray shade of the cover, which gives a feeling of calm and reliability.
Attention: if you have any doubts about the correct choice of shade, contact a consultant or designer - they will help you choose colors that are in harmony with the overall color scheme of the room, and that focus attention on those properties of your interior that need to be emphasized.
Assembling a Bedinge sofa
When choosing a mattress, you should pay attention to its thickness. The thinnest element of the stock does not exceed 12 centimeters. Although it is relatively inexpensive, it wears out quite quickly. After a couple of years, various dents and deflections appear on it. This is perhaps the only drawback of the product. The thickness of a more expensive mattress is approximately 20 centimeters. It lasts much longer.
Easy to keep clean - the removable cover can be dry cleaned.
When choosing a mattress, you should pay attention to its thickness.
When purchasing a product, you can choose the color to suit your taste.
The bed assembly kit consists of the following parts:
- frame rods;
- support posts;
- brackets;
- slats.
An additional cover for change is available, making it easy to find odmienisz sofas or the world.
All parts are connected using screws and nuts.
Synthetic wool and non-woven polypropylene are used as padding.
All parts are connected using screws and nuts. The Bedinge sofa bed can serve properly for at least five years. During this time it will not loosen or break. Similar products from other manufacturers are much more expensive. If you have renovated your apartment and painted the walls a different color, the furniture may not fit well into the new interior. In this case, it is enough to purchase other covers that match the color scheme of the updated room.
Can easily be converted into a double bed.
Sofa frame for 3 people.
Thanks to the sale of goods via the Internet, they become available to a large number of buyers.
The sofa mattress consists of two parts. One part is used as a seat, the other plays the role of a backrest. The advantage of the Bedinge bed is that after purchasing it, you can deliver it home in a regular car. All components are completely disassembled, as a result of which the packaging takes up little space. Due to the light weight of the furniture, one person can carry it out of the store and load it into the car.
The cover can be removed and washed in a washing machine and is easy to keep clean.
The mattress cover can be removed and machine washed, which helps keep it clean.
Corner pillows and linen box are not included.
Operation (layout, cleaning, replacing the cover)
To unfold the BEDINGE into a bed position, you need to unfasten the zipper connecting the halves of the cover. After this, the cover is removed, and you need to lift the sofa seat until it clicks. After a click, the seat returns back, and the backrest remains in a horizontal position. The bed is folded in the same way, we raise the seat until the backrest clicks and the seat lowers with the backrest in the raised position.
Removable mattress covers and an outer cover allow you to keep the sofa bed clean; depending on the type of fabric, they can be washed or dry cleaned. Since mattresses and covers are the same size, in case of severe wear, you can change the mattress and cover together or separately.
Frame material
Economical models are made mainly from fiberboard with a veneer coating. In this case, the veneer is coated with several layers of varnish to protect it from moisture. Mid-price sofas can be made from MDF. The frame of such sofas can be covered with upholstery material. It happens that the frame is made of solid wood. They cost an order of magnitude cheaper than other models. If you have allergies in your family, it may be worth taking a closer look at this option. However, practice shows that furniture in general and sofas in particular have been in use for about 20 years. After this period, new furniture is usually purchased.
Reviews of the Beding sofa from Ikea
Alevtina:
“The first time I saw Bedinge’s sofa was with friends.
My husband and I came to visit for a few days and slept on it in the kitchen. I didn't expect this furniture to be so comfortable. Now we ourselves are thinking about such an acquisition. I want to describe the main advantages of this sofa bed. Firstly, it is easy to fold out, one minute - and in front of you is a comfortable bed. Replaceable covers are given the opportunity to choose any color; if necessary, the color can be changed. According to a friend, her husband assembled this sofa in 20 minutes. I used standard instructions." Igor:
“Initially I planned to buy an inexpensive sofa for the dacha. I ended up buying two! I left the first one at the dacha, and took the second one home and placed it in the hallway. I have a large hallway in my apartment that can’t be filled with anything, and Bedinge came in handy there. If friends come to visit and need to spend the night, I use it as an extra bed. And so - like an ordinary sofa in the hallway.
Advantage: I recommend it, I’ve had it for two years now, no complaints about the quality!
Disadvantages: none.”
Recommendations for selection
Narrow sofas for the kitchen with a sleeping sofa are purchased for a reason. If the choice fell on a compact model from Ikea, it means that the dimensions of the kitchen do not allow for the placement of a large structure. When choosing a suitable model, you should take into account the dimensions of the room. Since the kitchen is a multifunctional space, it is necessary to select the dimensions of each detail carefully.
We also take into account the practicality of the design. Narrow sofas for the kitchen with a sleeping place Ikea in the photo are reliable and practical. Before making the final choice, it is necessary to evaluate the withdrawable mechanism, simplicity and ease of operation. In order not to encounter difficulties in use, the transformation mechanism must be studied in the store. Typically, folding sofas in the kitchen are equipped with a dolphin mechanism, which makes it easy to transform the seating area into a bed for sleeping.
Narrow folding sofas for the kitchen should accommodate the required number of people at the table. If the family consists of 3-5 people, you need to consider whether all family members will fit at dinner. If the kitchen area allows, it is better to opt for corner structures. They are able to accommodate more people than straight models.
General conclusion
All is well that ends well. Once again, IKEA has shown what a good product should look like, easy to transport, assemble and use. The appearance of the sofa, of course, differs from traditional ones, but it fits very well into the interior. So far we are quite happy with our purchase, although almost a month has passed.
The seat is wide and deep. In principle, it would be nice to have pillows under the back for more comfortable sitting. One person can sleep on the sofa without even unfolding it. If you unfold it, you get a great wide bed.
I would especially like to note the clear instructions. Apart from the puncture with the screws, there was simply nothing to complain about. These are not the instructions for the furniture wall in the hallway, which I remember, I figured out with great difficulty as a result of several trial assemblies and subsequent alterations.
All the parts were enough right down to the last nut. After finishing the process, I was left with a small hex socket and a disposable wrench. I'll leave it as a keepsake. You can put it in one of the pockets on the sofa itself. Suddenly, over time, something will have to be tightened up. Alas, some furniture sets contain not only improvised tools - sometimes there are not enough parts.
Thus, after yet another communication with the IKEA store, I can say with confidence: this is a company that is a pleasure to do business with. Just don’t think that this is some kind of custom article. I think the company will survive just fine without a laudatory review from some little-known blogger. It’s just that, unlike some companies, such as Rosgosstrakh, you really want to go back to IKEA for shopping, knowing that they won’t let you down.
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