Convertible sofa for teenager's bedroom

What does a teenager's bedroom look like today? The trend is clearly towards small studios where teenagers can have their own space. Pop colors like red, yellow, electric blue, and anise green are highlighted, thanks to the contrast with neutral colors like black, gray, taupe, and brown.

The atmosphere is decidedly urban with a graffiti vibe. Think major global metropolises like London, Tokyo, New York, and Paris, with street art decor. The teenager's room is organized around the rhythm of his life, balancing studies with a dedicated study area and hanging out with friends. What better place to host friends in complete relaxation than a sofa bed ?

The click-clack sofa bed, the most suitable convertible sofa for a teenager's room

As a decorative element in its own right, the teenager will only be interested in the color of the slipcover. Of course, forget floral prints! Opt for solid-colored slipcovers or graphic and ethnic prints. If the teenager chooses a dark color, it's possible to liven up the sofa with brightly colored cushions, trendy prints like the Union Jack, or emojis.

British patterned sofa

Parents are more interested in the dimensions and comfort of a sofa bed than in its actual structure. With a sleeping width of 130 or 140 cm, a sofa bed can fit under a loft bed. Its parallel position against the wall makes it well-suited to small bedrooms. The seat depth is ideal for teenagers, who can sit or lounge on the sofa.

Maia BZ bed frame with mattress

For occasional use, a 14 cm thick mattress is sufficient. If the teenager has guests every weekend or if you are part of a blended family, a mattress between 16 and 18 cm is necessary for the child's comfort.

If a teenager has a sensitivity, allergy to dust mites, or even asthma, it's important to check the mattress treatment. This could include hypoallergenic, anti-dust mite, anti-mold, and antifungal properties. Even if they don't sleep in that bed, the proliferation of dust mites in the air can still have an impact on their health. This protection can be further enhanced with an anti-dust mite mattress protector or cover.

The pull-out sofa bed

Sagomato trundle bed

A pull-out sofa bed can therefore be a practical option for saving space and allowing two other children to sleep in the same room. It avoids the hassle of inflating a mattress that deflates in the middle of the night or setting up a makeshift cot.

Another mattress can be hidden under the bed, in the sofa drawer. Several configurations are possible depending on the model. The sofa seat can become a bed, to which the pull-out mattress is added. It's possible to choose your mattress according to its intended use: polyester, memory foam, steel springs, etc.

Kilian Sofa Trundle Bed

The significant advantage is that this convertible sofa doesn't unfold like a futon or a sofa bed. You simply slide the extra bed underneath the sofa.

To learn more, check out our article on how to assemble a sofa bed .