Characteristics of Monstad sofas from the Ikea brand, delivery set

No interior is complete without upholstered furniture. It creates an atmosphere of warmth and comfort in the house. Over the past few years, the Ikea Monstad sofa, which belongs to economy-class furniture products, has been considered a permanent hit. It is universal - suitable for any style design, fitting well into both spacious and small rooms. When unfolded, this sofa turns into a full-fledged sleeping place for two, and when folded, it turns into a cozy interior element that combines well with other furniture. A good combination of quality and cost makes it accessible to a wide range of consumers, including young families who are organizing their first marital “nest.”

Advantages and disadvantages

The popularity of the Monstad sofa from Ikea is explained by its features, which can safely be called advantages. These include:

1. Universal design. This model is suitable for any interior style, from classic to modern minimalist.
2. Wide range of shades. The sofa is available in several colors that correspond to the latest trends in global interior fashion.
3. Compactness. When folded, it takes up very little space, is suitable even for small one-room apartments, and allows you to properly organize the free space.
4. Convenience and comfort. When unfolded, the sofa in question may well become a worthy alternative to a double bed; it is great for relaxing and sleeping.
5. Additional functionality. It is ensured by the presence in the ottoman of a spacious box for bed linen, pillows and blankets, a comfortable backrest around the perimeter, which reduces the load on the spine of vacationers and prevents rubbing of the wall decoration.
6. Simple transformation mechanism. Monstad easily folds and unfolds without scratching the floor covering. Its design can be changed by rearranging the attached side section.
7. Environmental friendliness. The internal structure, external structure and upholstery of the sofa are made of high-quality materials that do not have foreign odors, do not emit toxins or harmful fumes.
8. Favorable price. Monstad from Ikea belongs to the middle price category with high quality workmanship.
9. Easy to care for. The sofa upholstery can be cleaned and treated with any detergent. The removable sofa cushion covers are machine washable.

If desired, the Monstad sofa can be equipped with an Angryd mattress, which is ideal in size. It will allow you to preserve the original appearance of the covers for a long time and increase the comfort during use of the product.

As for the possible shortcomings of one of Ikea's bestsellers, we can note the fragility of the interior upholstery, which is susceptible to the claws of pets and is difficult to restore. There is also a high risk of the transformation mechanism breaking during daily folding and unfolding.

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Universal design

Compactness

Convenience and comfort

Environmental friendliness

Easy to care for

Table "Tranaro"

This side table may seem attractive in design, but there are no benefits behind the appearance anymore. The Tranaryo is made of steel and has a thin frame with a large table top. As a result, the structure does not hold up well and is wobbly. The biggest problem with the product is the constant squeaking. Whenever you touch it, a characteristic metallic clang is heard. Price from 2,000 rub.

Fact!

It is also easy to get injured on a metal part, even with rounded edges.

Main characteristics

The corner sofa Monstad from Ikea when folded can accommodate 5 people. It has a classic design consisting of:

• main seat with pull-out bed section;
• chaise longues, inside of which there is a compartment for storing bed linen;
• removable pillows.

The weight of the product is 128–130 kg, which ensures it is static, practical and durable. The side section can be installed on both sides by dismantling its back wall, which is very convenient when rearranging furniture or when moving to a new apartment. The lid of the chaise longue, inside of which there is a box for bed linen, is securely fixed when opened, which completely eliminates its accidental slamming and increases ease of use.

The seat elasticity of the sofa in question is considered average. Its depth and tilt can be adjusted independently using removable cushions that are freely positioned. This allows you to choose exactly the seat position that will be comfortable for everyone.

A simple and quick transformation of the sofa is provided by the “dolphin” sliding system - to organize a full-fledged sleeping place, you just need to first remove the back of the main seat, and then pull out the bed section from under it, slightly raise it and place it next to it.

Individual kitchens

IKEA offers the production of kitchen sets according to individual designs. Many customers who chose this service encountered incorrect fulfillment of the requirements:

• a different shade of countertops or cabinets;
• incorrect headset height;
• cracks in the tabletop.

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Problems also arose during the delivery of sets: frequent delays or transportation of furniture in parts.

Materials and colors

The secret to the popularity of the Monstad sofa from Ikea lies in the high quality of workmanship provided by the materials used. They are shown in the table.

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To make the sofa, only high-quality, environmentally friendly materials are used, which guarantees its aesthetic appearance, which remains so even after many years of intensive use, and excellent performance characteristics. This model is presented in 4 colors, which allows you to choose the appropriate option for any interior design. For rooms designed in a strict classic style, a beige or dark chestnut sofa with upholstery made of soft, pleasant-to-touch material is suitable. We are talking about Bumstad leather substitute, which can be easily cleaned with a special furniture shampoo. A green model will fit organically into the eco-interior of a luxurious living room, and a dark chocolate model with cotton upholstery will fit into a cozy married bedroom.

Bed "Neiden"

IKEA produces many low-price products. In the catalog they are marked with a yellow-red frame: it shows that the purchase is as profitable as possible for customers. Maybe at first the buyer will save 2-3 thousand rubles, but only then will he have to overpay for the purchase of new, higher-quality furniture.

The Neiden bed fell into the category of such cheap but short-lived products. Its low price is associated with very low strength. The central rail of the bed, which is designed to support the slatted bottom, breaks at the slightest impact, making it impossible to use the bed. Price from 1,450 rub.

Dimensions

If you have decided to complement the interior with a Monstad sofa, you need to pay attention to its size. You should first take measurements of the room where you plan to install the furniture. The dimensions of the sofa are shown in the table.

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These dimensions must be taken into account when planning the interior space of the room and choosing a place to install furniture. If the product is planned to be used as a bed, then you should take into account its unfolded area, which is 2.04 x 1.4 m. The Monstad sofa from Ikea, due to its compact size, can be installed not only in the living room or bedroom, but also in the office or guest room. It is widely used by professional designers to decorate home interiors, since it has a successful design that allows it to fit organically even into a limited space and does not have a clear affiliation with a specific style direction. The removable covers of freely placed pillows can be replaced if desired, thereby giving the sofa a new interesting look, which is sometimes necessary after renovating a room with a change in color design.

Chest of drawers "Malm"

It's hard to believe, but this chest of drawers, the old version of which was recalled from sale only in 2016, killed 8 children. The latest victim was an 8-year-old boy from the United States, on whom a chest of drawers, supposedly securely attached to the wall, fell while the child was sleeping. And this is not the fault of the installers who secured the furniture, but it was poorly designed: it easily tipped forward and generally wobbled constantly. This is despite the fact that the chest of drawers was made of natural wood and weighed several kilograms. The price of the chest of drawers is 3,500 rubles.

Note!

Despite the fact that the old Malm was withdrawn from production, it can still be found for sale on the secondary market. Of course, you should never buy such furniture.

Contents of delivery

The Monstad sofa is delivered unassembled in 4 boxes containing all structural elements:

• retractable block with large sidewall;
• section of the bed, linen compartment with pillows and a fabric cover on the end part;
• small backrest with chaise longue;
• large backrest with seat.

Box weight - 128-130 kg. Assembling the product is not difficult and does not require the involvement of specialists. Like other upholstered furniture, this model is assembled by fastening all structural elements with nuts and screws. It is better to do the work together. All fasteners are included in the delivery kit. They are accompanied by detailed instructions for assembling the Monstad Ikea sofa, which must be followed. The service life of the functional interior element, which will become a real “highlight” of the overall design, and the ease of its operation depend on how correctly it is executed.

Chest of drawers "Sundvik"

The top part of the chest can be folded out and used for changing children. In 2022, there were three reports of infants falling due to poor restraints. The folding part of the dresser was loosening and folding. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured, but it’s still not worth using Sundvik in a nursery. Price from 5,500 rub.

Stretch sheet "Dvala"

It has already been said above that you should not buy bed linen from IKEA, but some buyers may be attracted by a sheet with an elastic band. It fits comfortably and doesn't slip during sleep.

However, Dvala has a significant drawback that outweighs all the advantages: strong electrification. Wool and dust stick to the fabric, and sometimes it generates electric shock.

Price from 500 rub.

Floor hangers "Grundtal"

The company is famous for its floor hangers, but some of them are downright poorly made. The Grundtal product is made of steel tubes. During assembly, gaps form, due to which some parts do not hold well and shift under load. The hangers themselves do not stand well due to the curved shape of the legs, as well as the lack of a center of gravity. Price from 1,700 rub.

Table "Quistbrew"

The lid of the product does not react well to any mechanical stress, and especially to hot dishes. It leaves behind dark spots or dents. This same category includes all tables with a similar coating, of which there are many in the company’s hypermarkets.

Price from 2,300 rub.

IKEA produces many more low-quality products. Often, marketers, noticing the indignation of users, recall unsuccessful products. But some remain in stock for decades, like the Lack table, and should be avoided.

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Table "Lakk"

Another inexpensive table that is better not to buy if you are on your nerves. It will quickly become loose, scratched, and even collect all the dust. The dark coating of this product makes cleaning very difficult: any hair is visible. And although the low cost makes this product popular with students and anyone who needs to furnish their apartment inexpensively, many buyers end up regretting their choice.

Price from 1,300 rub.