However, if you want the best of both worlds then a modular corner sofa bed could be the way to go, and Snug's Cloud Sundae seating offers a whole host of configuration options to ensure you can create a sofa layout to best suit your space, whether that's a corner option, an L-shaped, or a U-shaped seating layout. The bedframe lifts the mattress well away from the floor, so they can be more comfortable for less agile overnight guests In fact, in all widths, the Cory sofa bed achieves the seemingly impossible – a sofa bed that's barely distinguishable from the dedicated sofa in terms of seat comfort – somewhat of a rarity if you're looking for a multifunctional sofa that will allow you to host guests without compromising on your own comfort if the sleeper sofa is to become your main living room seating. For that reason we tended to prefer memory foam options, although not everyone likes the idea of a mattress moulding to their body shape in the night, especially if it's warm. Discover the latest in sofa innovation with ranges available exclusively at DFS, such as our sustainable sofa Grand Designs Sofas, made from recycled plastics, or our stylish sofa in a box, Boxit, as well as designer sofas created in partnership with exclusive brands such as French Connection, House Beautiful and Joules.

In sofa form, that sleep comfort translates into a comfortable sitting experience too. It's not a squishy sofa, and you do feel you're sitting more on top of the foam seating than sinking into the seat like with models that offer removable seat cushions, but it still has enough give and bounce to make it a pleasant place to relax. First, you want to look for a deep sofa base that offers plenty of room for the mattress and bedframe to fold neatly away and leaves room for generous cushions on top. A high-legged sofa bed is likely to scrimp on cushion depth to make room for the bed, so these tend to feel far harder to sit on.

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That ease of assembly – no tools are required, and in our tests self-assembly really did take under 10 minutes (read our Snug sofa review for the full lowdown) – also makes for hassle-free disassembly and reassembly if you move home. And, if your room space, family, or budget expands, the modular design makes it easy to add additional sections as your needs dictate. How to choose the best sofa bed for your home

Nothing beats going to test out a sofa bed in person to see if it's the most comfortable option for you, but knowing your way around the specifications can help you to narrow down your sofa bed search before you hit the shops. Often have matching furniture available (useful if you want a sofa bed to blend in with a larger suite) Furniture Village's Cory sofa bed comes in three sizes; a two-seater, three-seater and a generous chaise sofa option that is one of the most comfortable chaise sofa beds we've come across at this price point. At the other end of the price scale, if you're looking for a large sofa bed at a (very) reasonable price then it's hard to beat the Kota sofa bed– as long as you're happy with its somewhat Marmite contemporary design.Thankfully we've compiled all of that first-hand testing experience into this guide, rounding up the best sofa beds from John Lewis & Partners, Habitat, Darlings of Chelsea, Heal's, Swyft, Dunelm, and many more, so you can jump straight to the Ideal Home team's top recommendations. The best sofa beds can help you to transform your home by conjuring up overnight sleeping space for guests in the living room, or allowing you to convert a guest bedroom into a home office or playroom without sacrificing the ability to host friends and family occasionally. Our bedroom furniture range has everything you could need, from beds and mattresses to wardrobes. We offer a wide variety of other bedroom essentials – such as dressing tables and bedside tables – to suit any taste. It only comes in one width, but the armless design means the 147cm width 2-seater sofa transforms into a sleeping area that offers somewhere in between a double and a king bed's worth of sleeping space.

You can opt for the minimal Japandi vibes of the natural or pale grey upholstery, or there are multiple other colour options available, including practical darks and vibrant brights that are perfect for a teenager's lair or children's bedroom. Plus, the new patterned colourways including an on-trend watermelon-pink stripe Mito futon and a graphic abstract print futon are perfect for adding style to an otherwise bland home office. Hybridsoffer a keeps-it-shape foam core wrapped with an outer layer of feather or fibre for that sink-in-comfort. In our opinion this option makes for the best all-round choice, offering enough squish-factor whilst still keeping its shape in everyday use. Meanwhile, our dining room furniture range has everything you need to create a dining area tailored to your vision, whether that’s a sophisticated space with plenty of dining chairs for hosting dinner parties or a warm, welcoming place for the whole family to gather around the dining table. Looking for that finishing touch in the kitchen? Why not enjoy your morning coffee around the breakfast bar with our range of stylish bar stools. Struggling to choose your new sofa bed? The material is a great place to start. Here at DFS, we have a range of super soft fabric sofa beds to choose from, as well as a sophisticated selection of leather sofa beds for those after a dramatic statement sofa. We also offer an extensive range of home furniture and accessories, including living room furniture, home office and chairs. With styles and designs to suit every taste, whether you’re redecorating a room, kitting out your first home or looking for that finishing touch, you’ll find the perfect piece at DFS.Just like sofas, sofa beds come in a range of sizes, from 2 and 3-seaters to loveseats and even super-compact chair beds if you only need to sleep a single guest at a time. Larger options can be fewer and farther in between, but there are also chaise and corner sofa beds available if you need something more generous.