{"title":"Sofa Beds by Mechanisms","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe mechanism determines how a sofa bed opens, what forms the sleeping surface and how much clearance it needs around the room. Our sofa beds use two main systems: pull out, where the bed extends forwards from inside or beneath the seat, and click clack, where the backrest folds flat to become part of the bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page compares how the two mechanisms work so you can choose the opening system first and then compare the individual sofa beds available within that route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow a Pull Out Sofa Bed Opens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pull out sofa bed keeps its sleeping section inside the sofa or beneath the main seating area. The bed is brought forwards when required, but the precise construction varies between models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome pull out designs conceal a folded mattress and internal frame within the body of the sofa. The structure is drawn forwards and unfolded to create a separate sleeping surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther pull out sofa beds store an upholstered platform beneath the seat. This section slides forwards and joins the existing seating area to form the bed, without revealing a separate mattress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth versions extend mainly in front of the sofa, so the fully opened depth and the operating space required should be checked before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our Pull Out Sofa Beds →\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow a Click Clack Sofa Bed Opens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA click clack sofa bed does not contain a separate bed frame or mattress hidden inside. Instead, the backrest is hinged and folds down until it sits level with the seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seat and folded backrest then form the sleeping surface. Depending on the design, the mechanism may also lock in intermediate upright or reclined positions before reaching its fully flat setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick clack sofa beds are often relatively straightforward to convert, although the exact operating action and effort required vary between models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe backrest normally needs clearance behind the sofa as it folds, while the completed bed also occupies additional floor space once open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our Click Clack Sofa Beds →\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePull Out or Click Clack: Which Sofa Bed Mechanism Suits You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right mechanism depends on the sleeping surface you prefer, the room layout and how frequently the bed is likely to be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a pull out sofa bed when you prefer a separate hidden mattress or an extending upholstered platform and have enough clear floor space in front of the sofa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a click clack sofa bed when you prefer a fold-flat design with no separate bed frame stored inside and have enough clearance for the backrest to move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither mechanism is automatically better. A hidden-mattress pull out, a platform pull out and a click clack sofa bed can provide very different sleeping surfaces, even when they belong to the same broad mechanism category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual dimensions, cushioning and construction should therefore take priority over the mechanism name alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComparing Pull Out and Click Clack Sofa Bed Mechanisms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe table below summarises the main differences between the two routes. Individual product specifications should always take priority.                                                                                          \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePull Out Sofa Beds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClick Clack Sofa Beds\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHow the bed opens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA mattress, frame or upholstered platform extends forwards from inside or beneath the sofa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe backrest folds down until it sits level with the seat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSleeping surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA separate mattress or an upholstered platform joined to the seating area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe sofa seat and folded backrest form the bed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain clearance required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear floor space in front of the sofa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearance behind the backrest and enough room for the completed bed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConversion action\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe sleeping section is pulled, lifted or unfolded forwards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe backrest is released and folded into its flat position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCushion removal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay be required, particularly on hidden-mattress designs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually not required because the seat and backrest form the bed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClosed appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften resembles a conventional sofa with the sleeping section concealed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOften has a slimmer or more streamlined construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMost important checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMattress or platform construction, open depth and operating action\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear clearance, locking positions and the join between seat and backrest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mechanism should not be considered in isolation. Also compare the closed seating position, fully opened measurements, sleeping dimensions and the construction of the surface on which the guest will sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasuring for Pull Out and Click Clack Sofa Beds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure every sofa bed in both its closed and fully converted positions. Marking both footprints on the floor with masking tape can show whether the opened bed will block a doorway, walkway, radiator, cupboard or nearby furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pull out sofa bed usually needs most of its additional clearance directly in front. Check the position of coffee tables and other furniture, and leave enough room to stand in front of the sofa while operating the mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA click clack sofa bed normally needs space behind the backrest as it folds. A model placed tightly against a wall may need to be moved forwards before it can convert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not rely only on labels such as single or double. Compare the confirmed sleeping width and length because sofa bed sizes do not always correspond exactly with standard mattress dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers who want to compare both actions in person can view selected sofa bed mechanisms at Foy's Interiors in Enniskillen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSofa Bed Mechanism FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Sofa Bed Mechanism Is Easiest to Use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick clack sofa beds are often relatively quick to convert because the backrest folds directly into the sleeping position. Pull out sofa beds require a mattress, frame or platform to be drawn forwards. The actual effort needed varies between models, so the individual mechanism should be checked before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Sofa Bed Mechanism Creates the Most Bed-Like Surface?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pull out sofa bed with a separate hidden mattress provides a sleeping surface that is independent from the everyday sofa cushions. Platform pull outs and click clack sofa beds use more of the upholstered sofa structure. Comfort and support still depend on the individual construction rather than the mechanism name alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Clic Clac Sofa Bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClic clac, clic-clac, click clack and click-clack are spelling variants for the same general folding-back mechanism. The backrest releases and folds flat to form the bed. Fold flat may also describe this action, while convertible sofa bed is a broader term that can cover several different mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a Click Clack Sofa Bed Need Space Behind It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually, yes. The backrest normally moves backwards as it folds into the sleeping position, so clearance may be required between the sofa and the wall. The completed bed also occupies additional floor space, so always use the fully opened dimensions when planning the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a Pull Out Sofa Bed Need Space in Front?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A pull out sofa bed extends a mattress, frame or upholstered platform forwards from the sofa. The required clearance depends on the fully opened depth, and additional working space may be needed to operate the mechanism comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0940\/9950\/5537\/collections\/Foy_s_Interiors_-_Sofa_Beds_by_Mechanism.jpg?v=1784711121","url":"https:\/\/foysinteriors.co.uk\/collections\/sofa-beds-by-mechanisms.oembed","provider":"Foy's Interiors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}