01.Introduction
In brief
- We chose three two-and-a-half seater sofa beds at three different price points: $749, $1299 and $2150.
- The beds are double in size, and feature a ‘trampoline’ sleeping surface: a woven polypropylene mat attached to the frame with springs.
- We show you, feature by feature, what to look for and what you can expect to find at these price points.
A few months ago CHOICE magazine featured an ad for a sofa bed that claimed it was "great for unwanted holiday guests". OK, so they probably meant ‘unexpected’ rather than 'unwanted', but it tickled many a funny bone among our contributors, suggesting to them that the bed might not be very comfortable.
With this in mind, we've compiled this buying guide to get you up to speed on what's out there in the way of sofa beds, how much they cost, and what to look for when shopping.
The models we chose are good examples of the features and quality you’ll typically get for your money in each price range. In the real world, though, prices are a little more malleable, and with a little give and take, you can more or less customise your own sofa bed: the bed mechanism, mattress, choice of fabric and cushion fillings can often be altered to suit your needs.
For more information on Bedding, see Living and bedroom.
20 May 2010
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There’s no scientific consensus on what makes a good mattress. People around the world sleep comfortably on all sorts of beds.
1 Jul 2008
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When you consider that the average person will spend approximately one third of their life asleep, having a comfortable and good quality pillow is important.
15 Jul 2010
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When temperatures drop, the idea of an electric blanket begins to sound more and more appealing.
19 Feb 2009
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Ever wondered what’s in your 400 thread count sheets? Or why your 350 thread count sheets feel coarser than those with a lower thread count?