How to make a Eurobook sofa with your own hands drawings

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how to make a Eurobook sofa

Instructions with video tutorials, drawings, dimensions and parts list.
I will tell you how to make the simplest Eurobook folding sofa. This time in the form of video instructions with comments, drawings for assembling the sofa and a complete list of parts.

This sofa has a sleeping area measuring 2 x 1.5 meters. You can do it yourself, without transformation mechanisms, without expensive tools. All materials for production are available to everyone. We will make the most economical and ascetic sofa, but we will not forget about quality. When purchasing materials, I spent 6 thousand rubles (at that time about $85). In the first video I will talk about the advantages of this sofa, the materials and tools.

Based on my instructions, you can easily change the appearance of the sofa to your liking. For example, it won’t be difficult to make a sofa in the following options (top option in the video):

If you make more significant changes (enlarge the drawer), you can make a sofa with armrests. And even on the basis of a Eurobook, adding an ottoman, you can make a corner sofa. We have already discussed how to make armrests and an ottoman in the instructions for the corner sofa. In addition, there is also a project for an armrest with a shelf for books.

Below you can see how much and what material was needed to make the sofa. The cost of all materials was less than 6,000 rubles or $85 at that time ($1 = 70 rubles).

Drawing

In order to avoid problems when cutting and assembling parts during the manufacturing of a corner sofa, it is necessary to make a preliminary drawing of the future product. It will need to indicate the dimensions of all individual elements, methods of attaching them to each other and materials of manufacture. You can make a drawing in different ways:

• Draw your own version of the furniture on a piece of paper. In this case, you need to be able to calculate dimensions and draw in different projections.
• Find the best option on the Internet and modify it in your own way. This is the easiest way when you can choose an original design with all sizes and mounting methods.
• Use a special program on your computer. In this case, you need to be able to work with the cutting program. As a result, you will get a diagram in all variations and with the designation of all elements.

It is necessary to indicate on the drawing:

• the dimensions of the sofa and the overall dimensions of all components;
• back angle;
• when manufacturing a folding model, it is necessary to specify the transformation mechanism;
• thickness and hardness of upholstery.

Attention : when creating a drawing, it is necessary to take into account the projections of all working units of the furniture item.
Therefore, you cannot do without the ability to work with computer programs or the basics of drawing.

List of parts for assembling the Eurobook sofa:

And the total amount of material (all dimensions in millimeters)

• Beam 40X40 (11 sticks of 2 meters each) 1960 - 4 pieces For the back and seat
• 650 – 14 pcs For the back and seat
• 320 — 2 pcs Seat legs
• 598 — 4 pcs. For a drawer
• 245 — 4 pcs Drawer legs
• 150 - 1 piece per box in the center
• From the remaining scraps we cut:
• about 160 mm - 8 pcs For the back and seat
• about 70 mm - 2 pieces per seat

Note: If you want to add armrests to the sofa, then read about the necessary changes on the next page of this instruction.

Disclaimer: All instructional material is free for anyone who wants to make a sofa themselves. Use as you wish. The author is not responsible for any consequences of using this instruction.

Tools and materials for the sofa

In the manufacture of furniture in a factory, the simplest and most affordable materials are most often used. In your home workshop, you can expand the list, which will only make the furniture better. We will look at an example with cheap raw materials and elements.

To make the frame we use available materials:

• Chipboard or fibreboard panels.
• OSB board or plywood.
• Bars 50*50 mm and 25*50 mm.
• Self-tapping screws longer than 6 cm.
• Corner plates made of metal.
• Construction nails.
• Steel legs from a corner or furniture pipe.
• Guides, wheels for the retractable part.

For the soft part, you can use a factory orthopedic mattress. But it would be better to make the soft part from polyurethane foam. We choose thick, furniture-grade fabrics. For upholstery of hard parts we use thin foam rubber or quilted insulation for clothing.

The sofa consists of the following upholstery materials:

• Tapestry furniture fabric.
• Polyurethane foam with 25 hardness.
• Thin foam.
• Thick linen cloth for upholstery of internal parts.

Tools required for the frame:

• jigsaw or saw;
• drill;
• screwdriver;
• hammer;
• roulette;
• pencil;
• stapler

DIY book sofa mechanism repair

The sofa has become a completely ordinary element of the room, and this is quite natural, because you can sit on it, sleep, spend evenings with friends, and so on. But what to do if it breaks? What to do if you need to repair the mechanism of the “book” sofa with your own hands? Don't worry, there is a way out, since the repair is quite simple.

How is the sofa constructed?

Before we begin the renovation, let's look at the details of the sofa, as well as their purpose. The sofa consists of the following elements:

1. The armrest can be made of wood, MDF, chipboard, metal, or it can be soft.
2. Upholstery leather or fabric - there is a fairly wide variety of upholstery materials, both natural and synthetic.
3. A layer of batting or padding polyester.
4. Foam rubber in fairly high-quality sofas is used for furniture, with a density of at least 35 mm.
5. Polyurethane foam gaskets are not used in all models. It serves for additional shock absorption, as well as weight distribution; thanks to such inserts, the surface of the sofa shows orthopedic properties.
6. Spring block, which is the main shock-absorbing element of the structure.
7. Felt or burlap prevents the formation of unpleasant sounds when plywood rubs against metal.
8. Fiberboard serves as the base for the sofa mattress.
9. The frame of the sofa may well be made of wood, chipboard or metal.
10. The roller rail can be located on the bottom of the bed frame and can be either metal or wood.
11. Niche or box for bedding. ​

Important! Design features and design may vary slightly, but these elements will be in place. Therefore, when you disassemble your sofa, you will know the purpose of certain parts of it.

If the transformation mechanism is faulty and needs to be replaced, purchase the type you originally had. Other types of mechanisms are not interchangeable because they simply won’t fit.

Disassembling the sofa into components

To repair the mechanism of a “book” sofa with your own hands, you need to disassemble the furniture:

1. Disassembling the sofa begins directly with the armrests. In some models they are combined with the legs, while in others they are separate from the legs. In the first case, place a wooden beam under the base of the sofa so that it hangs from one edge. This way you won't have to tighten the bolts that secure the other side elements. The sides are secured with two bolts. To get to them, you need to lift the sofa seat or pull out the retractable part - it depends on the design of the sofa.
2. Once you have dealt with the armrests, remove the transformation mechanism. To do this, use a screwdriver or screwdriver or drill. One part of it is attached to the frame itself, and the other part is attached directly to the seat and back. In an ordinary sofa-book, this will not be difficult - you just need to turn the seat, as well as the back, with the soft part directly to the floor. Access to the mechanism is completely free.

Important! As the work progresses, we take photographs or write down which mechanism was located in which place.

Sofa repair

To repair the transformation mechanism you will need:

• Flat and Phillips screwdrivers;
• Pliers;
• Set of open-end wrenches size 8/10 and 12/14;
• Set of staples and stapler 10 and 16 mm;
• PVA or wood glue;
• Scissors;
• Hammer, mechanic's knife;
• Self-tapping screws 35 - 45 mm;
• If you have a drill or screwdriver, put it in sight.

In order to repair the sofa mechanism, remove it and further determine the level of damage:

• If the fittings are intact, it is likely that it will be enough to lubricate the components with machine oil and work them out.
• You can replace the spring if it is damaged. If it is overstretched, try shortening it somewhat.
• If the transformation mechanism itself is deformed or burst, purchase an identical one and install it.

Frame repair

Repairing the frame will be much more difficult, but anyone can do it. If there are broken or cracked frame elements, they must be replaced:

1. To do this, measure their exact parameters, sketch their appearance and, taking the money, go to the nearest construction hypermarket or carpentry shop. There is a department there that will cut out the frame element you need. Replace the element, tighten and glue other fastening points. In this case, pay special attention to the plywood, which is located under the spring block.
2. If any part of the frame “moves”, secure it with self-tapping screws instead of nails and glue it with PVA glue.
3. If there is an unpleasant squeak when you sit on the sofa, it disappears, collect it and use it for your pleasure.

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We hope that with the help of our tips, repairing the “book” sofa mechanism with your own hands will be feasible for you, and your furniture will last for a long time.

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Draw a diagram with your own hands

The first step is to draw drawings or a sketch with dimensions. Our DIY Eurobook sofa is a structure with dimensions of 1000*2400 m. The dimensions of the bottom laundry drawer are 75*200 cm. We indicate the stiffening ribs in the drawing.

The rear panel will have a width of 240 and a height equal to the height of the armrests. We will make the reclining backrest 750 mm high and 2000 mm wide. The side armrests are made in the form of rigid boxes covered with foam rubber and fabric.

The drawings will ultimately consist of the following parts:

1. box assembly diagram;
2. drawing of the back wall;
3. drawing of armrest frames.

We put down sizes everywhere and check their combination.

Advantages of assembling furniture yourself

A Eurobook sofa, assembled with your own hands, will always differ from a factory product in its individual design and quality.

• the price of furniture made by yourself is several times less;
• the master always has the opportunity to use expensive materials;
• personal quality control of materials and workmanship;
• DIY furniture is assembled for a specific room;
• a Eurobook sofa, when assembled correctly, saves space in the house;
• The product can be assembled in 2 days;
• Assembly of upholstered furniture does not require special training.

The Eurobook sofa can be used both disassembled and assembled. Neither in the first nor in the second case it will not take up much space. The design makes it possible to easily disassemble and assemble the sofa.

Easy assembly process

Before connecting the main and side parts, screw the legs and loosen the screws holding the gas lift mechanism above the linen drawer. We assemble the furniture completely, starting with attaching the side frames, after which you need to connect the straight part with the dolphin mechanism and the side ottoman. Self-tapping screws will help with this.

Instructions for assembling the Atlanta corner sofa are contained in the videos, and you can also find photos with a detailed description of the process.

Sofa assembly instructions

You can swap the table and armrest by changing the angle of the Atlanta corner sofa in the same way, although the sofa itself will have to be disassembled first.

The process of assembling the Atlanta model sofa is not complicated and even a novice craftsman can do it. And the excellent quality of the materials used in its construction and upholstery guarantees that, subject to operating conditions, this piece of furniture will delight its owners for a long time.

This model also has a direct modification. This option has a smaller sleeping area and is perfect, when assembled, for small rooms. If you bought an Atlanta straight sofa and are interested in how to assemble it, watch the video tutorial, which explains in detail all the stages of work.

DIY Eurobook sofa

The primitive transformation mechanism makes it possible to make such a piece of furniture as a Eurobook sofa with your own hands.

Folding furniture is very popular among both owners of small living spaces and owners of large apartments. The Eurobook has many advantages over other sofa models: the design is simple and reliable, the sleeping area is flat, without sensitive surface changes.

What is a Eurobook sofa

In order to understand how to make a Eurobook sofa with your own hands, you need to understand the design and features.

The main characteristic of the model is immobility during transformation, which is achieved by pushing the seat forward and lowering the backrest into the resulting space.

To ensure the movement of the seat, you can equip it with a special mechanism, but at home it is enough to make recesses in the side supporting bars and attach small supports-legs to the seat itself. Raising and lowering the backrest is carried out thanks to the simplest non-separable hinges.

The design of Eurobooks includes a base box with a linen drawer, which can be with two armrests or without them at all. There are models with one armrest, which allows you to create a corner sofa.

Such furniture saves space, because... there is no need to install further away from the wall to ensure transformation. After unfolding, the sleeping place will be large and comfortable.

Drawings and diagrams

In order to begin directly creating furniture, you need a detailed drawing of a Eurobook sofa, which is drawn according to individual preferences; you can take the finished project as a basis.

The main thing is that the drawing includes the size of the finished product with overall dimensions, with the dimensions of each component part. In addition, it is necessary to indicate the location of the hinges so that during the manufacture of the back and seat, reinforcing bars are placed in the right place for reliable fastening, the exact dimensions of the height of the box with legs, and the location of the parts. This model has 4 main legs on the frame and 2 on the retractable seat.

If the contractor is familiar with carpentry and has an understanding of the process of creating a sofa, you can rely on previously acquired knowledge and adjust the details in the process. It is better for a beginner to spend more time creating a diagram and drawing, carefully calculating all the parameters at this stage.

Assembling the frame of a Eurobook sofa

To assemble a sofa with your own hands, you need to make a linen box (base), back and seat, and armrests.

Materials you will need:

• timber 40x40 mm;
• plywood 5x15 mm;
• MDF or chipboard sheets;
• foam rubber 10-20 cm thick;
• upholstery fabric;
• 3 hinges and 2 support wheels;
• fasteners;
• wood glue.

• screwdriver;
• stapler;
• plane;
• electric jigsaw.

The production of a Eurobook sofa begins with cutting the material into blanks according to the drawing. All cuts are sanded with sandpaper.

Sofa base

The linen drawer of the sofa begins with the creation of side parts. On both sides along the edge of the chipboard (MDF) workpiece, screw the legs with self-tapping screws, departing 75 mm from the top.

A timber guide is fixed parallel to the upper edge of the side workpiece. On each side of it, smooth cuts are made with a plane or jigsaw to fix the wheels on which the seat will move. In places of cuts, the distance from the top edge of the MDF should be equal to the height of the wheel. The second side part is made in a similar way.

The back and front parts of the box are laid on a flat surface, the finished sides are placed between them, and the entire structure is fastened with self-tapping screws. Cross bars are installed in the center in the upper and lower planes for more reliable fixation of the box.

The bottom is sewn up with a sheet of plywood, at the corners of which square sections for the legs are pre-cut. At the very end, the box is turned over on its legs, and a vertical beam is installed between the transverse reinforcing bars in the rear part, to which the hinges are then screwed.

For reliability, you can additionally add metal corners to the box itself in the corners.

Assembling the seat and back

The manufacturing processes for the seat and backrest are almost identical and differ only in some respects. First, a base is assembled from 2 longitudinal and 2 transverse side bars, additionally reinforced at the ends with bars 20 cm long.

One side is covered with a sheet of plywood. In this case, it is necessary to carefully ensure that the right angle does not move during the process. Then 5 transverse bars are placed and secured in the seat at an equal distance from each other. In the back, the outermost reinforcing crossbars are placed at a distance of 195 mm, and 1 exactly in the center (at the locations of the hinges).

We sew up the back side of the backrest with a sheet of fiberboard (this is not necessary for the seat). The base for this part of the sofa is completed. Then we screw the frame to the front part of the seat, in which recesses have been pre-cut for transverse reinforcing bars.

At the next stage, legs are attached to the drawer using two self-tapping screws and a bolt with a nut, the height of which is equal to the height of the linen drawer. To decorate the sides of the product, plywood blanks are used, which in front are equal in width to the drawer frame, and in the back are beveled to ensure the consolidated movement of the sofa folding mechanism. They are secured with self-tapping screws to the side of the seat base and the leg itself.

This completes the production of the 3 main elements of the Eurobook. You can start covering it with fabric and filling it with soft material.

Armrest assembly

Most often, a Eurobook sofa is equipped with two identical armrests. They are made from chipboard. The bars are screwed perpendicularly; their length should ensure free movement of mobile furniture elements.

For reliability, longitudinal elements are fixed in the lower part parallel to the floor, in which holes are drilled for bolts. Their continuation should be done in the body of the sofa.

Assembling parts of a corner sofa

The corner sofa is not universal and is assembled on a certain side with screws and self-tapping screws into prepared holes. The work is performed sequentially, according to the instructions, using a Phillips screwdriver and a wrench. So, before following the same instructions for assembling your corner sofa, you will first need to lay out the finished marked parts separately: frame, armrests, seats, backrest.

 The sofa elements are assembled in the following order:

• Armrests. The sofa requires two identical armrests. Their parts are connected using self-tapping screws.
• The order of twisting is from large parts to smaller ones.
• Left side frame
• Seat for the left side of the frame.
• Assembling a pull-out block, if implied by the sofa model
• Layout the elements on the right side, not forgetting that its bottom will serve as a linen drawer.
• General assembly of the corner sofa, final stage. Let's go into a little more detail here. So, you need to move the sofas at a right angle. Connect the centerpiece to the sidewall with bolts, washers and nuts from the corner sector side. Separately connect the small back and large back together with bolts, washers and nuts. Lower the finished backrest onto the composite brackets and secure it with self-tapping screws from the inside. Install a corner seat. Cover the back side of the sofas with Velcro backing fabric.
• Securing mattresses and pillows.

 Assembling a corner sofa

, as is obvious, is a process that requires not only time and having the tools at hand, but also sufficient experience. For a modern person, it is sometimes more important to save nerves and time to do something really important, and it is impossible to disagree with this! If you have a question about how to assemble a corner sofa, how to do it quickly, efficiently and inexpensively, call us! .

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• Manufacturing process
• Frame replacement

The accordion sofa unfolds according to the accordion principle. It is presented in the form of 3 parts. If you lift the seat until it clicks, the mechanism will move forward and the sofa will unfold. To repair the accordion sofa mechanism with your own hands, you will need a new system.

If the elements are bent, then the structure cannot be repaired.

Sofa finishing

The final stage of creating furniture is filling and upholstering the seat and back. To create softness, it is best to use foam rubber 20 cm thick; if the thickness is 10 cm, then lay it in 2 layers.

The fabric is selected taking into account individual preferences and price. The main thing is that it is not only beautiful and pleasant to the touch, but also durable enough. In addition, you should choose a fabric that is easy to clean and does not absorb moisture or odors. Especially if the sofa will be used constantly.

Wood or pallet frame?

Having decided to make a corner sofa, people must competently approach the choice of materials. They must be environmentally friendly, safe, durable and easy to use.

Advice: for beginners in carpentry, you should avoid materials such as laminated boards and large-section timber. Because they are expensive and difficult to process.

As for the variety of materials from which a sofa frame can be made, these include:

• 
  Pallets.
  This material is budget-friendly. The process of making a corner sofa from pallets will take a minimum of free time. As a result, you will get an original model that harmoniously fits into loft, Provence or minimalism styles.

• Beam. It is used in the manufacture of load-bearing parts of the frame. Glued laminated timber is most often used to create sidewalls . Its advantages include a perfectly smooth surface, ease of use and high technical performance.
• Plywood. It is of high quality, durable and easy to use. The unique properties of plywood are directly related to its production. Thanks to a special technology for gluing veneer sheets, the material has high strength. Plywood is much stronger than timber . Frames made from it do not deform during long-term use, do not absorb moisture, and do not dry out.

• 
  Natural array.
  This type of furniture is a classic and is in great demand. Wooden furniture looks harmonious in different interiors. It is distinguished by its naturalness, environmental friendliness, aesthetics and long service life. You can make a sofa frame from different types of wood: birch, pine, oak, larch, beech, walnut, ash. Each individual option has its own advantages and technical characteristics.

  The frame of a pine sofa, although it has an affordable price, will not please its owners with its high quality. It is quite difficult to find high quality wood on the market. Because of this, the sofa will quickly fail and lose its attractive appearance. To prevent mold and fungi from appearing on the product, you must choose well-dried wood. Birch in the manufacture of frames is also affordable in terms of price, but has higher quality indicators . Such products will turn out to be quite durable and reliable.

Help : the most reliable and durable are sofas whose frame is made of timber and plywood or only plywood. If you plan to make a large model, then it is recommended to make the bottom bar of the product from wood or chipboard.

How to make a Eurobook sofa with your own hands using drawings and diagrams?

Folding upholstered furniture is deservedly popular. It is an integral part of a modern living room, can serve as an additional, and sometimes is a permanent sleeping place. It is very important that the folding mechanism is light, reliable, and the product lasts a long time. This type of furniture is the Eurobook sofa.

To the question whether a Eurobook sofa can be made with your own hands, the answer is unequivocal - yes. The principle of transformation of this mechanism is very simple. It is intended for daily use. The Eurobook sofa consists of two soft parts: a seat and a back. To unfold, you need to pull the seat towards you, then move the backrest to a horizontal position, taking up the free space. As a result of the transformation, the sofa turns into a full double bed.

Creating a Eurobook sofa is not very easy. But if you carefully study the drawings and diagrams yourself, listen to the advice of experts and coordinate your actions with step-by-step instructions, everything will certainly work out.

How to disassemble a sofa book? How do you disassemble an old sofa for transportation or disposal?

In some cases, even with a small sofa, difficulties may arise during transportation or disposal, let alone modifications with large dimensions. Larger furniture will need to be disassembled to fit through any door openings. When disassembled, the sofa is easier to carry; it can easily fit in an elevator cabin or in the back of a car. A huge plus will also be that disassembly will save space in the body, into which you can load other things.

Features of the mechanism

The sofa got its name “book” because the unfolding of this mechanism resembles an open book. This transformation mechanism is steadily popular among our compatriots due to its practicality, comfort and reliability. Elements of a sofa with a “book” transformation mechanism consist of 2 iron or wooden supports with fixed spring devices or other type of filler. The sofa-book can be easily converted into a bed (ottoman, couch) and back into a sofa using an ordinary hinge device.

1. To spread the sofa, you need to lift the seat up until it clicks, then lower the seat.
2. The “sofa-book” is assembled in the reverse order: the seat is raised again, a click is heard, and then the structure folds.

In order for the sofa to spread out easily and freely, it is required to install it at a certain distance from the wall. As a result of the transformation, a flat place to sleep will be formed with only one joint along the length of the surface.

Advantages of the mechanism

Some of the key positive qualities of the “book” include the following:

1. The transformation mechanism is simple. Even a child can handle it with ease. You just need to quickly and easily raise the seat until it clicks and lower it down.
2. During transformation, he stands securely and does not move. The floor does not scratch.
3. Accommodates 2 people freely.
4. A spacious niche will hide 2 pillows, a blanket, sheets, and a bedspread.

The main drawback of the mechanism is the need to place the furniture at a distance from the wall. Otherwise, the sofa will not be able to be transformed, or the wall covering may be damaged when unfolding. Since the surface of the “sofa-book” sleeping area is formed by the seat and backrest, its area is far from perfect. Lovers of “expanse” will need to subdue their own needs a little and settle down in a limited, but, as a rule, level place to sleep.

Preparation at work

Each sofa model has its own disassembly techniques and transformation mechanisms.
Consequently, the set of tools that will be required when disassembling structural elements for their further loading and transportation may be different. If you do not know what is inside your furniture, it is recommended to stock up on the following tools:

• open-end wrenches for 10, 12 and 14;
• pliers and long-nose pliers;
• straight and Phillips screwdrivers;
• a screwdriver with various polyhedral bits.

With this kit you can easily disassemble the furniture. Before you start work, you need to prepare tape and stretch film for packaging the sofa elements, as well as bags for fastening materials, bolts, nuts, washers (if the furniture is disassembled for moving and not for disposal).

Step-by-step instruction

To figure out how to dismantle the old-style “sofa book”, you should carefully study its structure and transformation mechanism. This sofa includes 4 basic parts: a back, a seat, a box and back support bars.
Some modifications have sides with armrests. Another, more modern modification is the “Eurobook”, in which the box is intended to contain bedding. The parsing algorithm is simple.

1. From the inside you need to find fastenings. They are visible or disguised by upholstery material.
2. To find the hidden fasteners, you will need to carefully unfasten the drapery, and after completing the assembly work, attach it in place using a furniture stapler.
3. The side panels are detached first, then the seat, and only then the backrest itself.

On a note! For Euro versions, you will need to unscrew the backrest together with the seat, since they are located on the same support.

Repair of the mechanism for folding out the sofa-book is given below.

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Materials and tools for making a Eurobook sofa

To make a Eurobook sofa, you will need (all parameters are given in millimeters):

• Pine timber 40x40 – 11 pieces, 2 m each.
• 1 laminated chipboard 16 mm thick – 2200x600.
• 1 chipboard – 1960x850.
• 2 sheets of plywood 4 mm thick – 1500x1500.
• 3 sheets of foam rubber 40 mm thick and 1 sheet 20 mm thick – 200x100.
• Self-tapping screws of various sizes - 75, 51, 35.
• 4 screws M6 25 mm.
• 4 M6 mortise nuts.
• 3 furniture hinges 60x40.
• 2 furniture legs 50 mm.
• About 6 m of upholstery fabric, 140 cm wide.
• 4.5 m of padding polyester with a density of 100-150 g/m.
• Batting or foam rubber 10-20 mm thick for upholstery of the seat and back of the sofa.
• Furniture stapler, staples.
• A circular saw.
• Electric drill.
• Miter box.
• Sandpaper.
• Stain.

Step-by-step instruction

Before you start assembling, cut all the blanks from the prepared materials.

• 14 pcs. length 650 mm (back and seat);
• 2 pcs. length 320 (seat legs);
• 4 things. length 598 (box);
• 4 things. length 235 (drawer legs);
• 1 PC. length 150 (box);
• 8 pcs. 160 each (back and seat);
• 2 pcs. 70 each (seat).

From laminated chipboard 16 mm thick:

• 2 pcs. 1600x200 (box sides);
• 2 pcs. 598x220 (drawer sides);
• 1 PC. 1950x150 (seat).

• 1 PC. 1960x120 (tsar, this part can be assembled from fragments);
• 1 PC. 1960x730 (back of the sofa);

From plywood sheets:

• 1 PC. 1300x730 (seat);
• 1 PC. 730x658 (seat);
• 1 PC. 1365x730 (back);
• 1 PC. 593x730 (back);
• 2 pcs. 800x630 (box);
• 2 pcs. 730x150 (seat end).

Below is an example of cutting plywood parts. It will help you use the material as efficiently as possible.

• 2 blanks 750x80 (back and seat of the sofa);
• 1 blank 2000x170x20 (tsar);
• 2 blanks 730x150x20 (seat ends);
• 3.5 m (total length) of 40x20 strips for the ends of the back.

The advantage of this model is the presence of a spacious drawer for linen. For this part we take timber, chipboard, and the bottom is made of plywood.

1. From 40x40 timber you need to make guides with sloping soft cuts on both sides. Each cut occupies less than the outer quarter of a workpiece 598 mm long; approximately 15 mm of the timber thickness is removed.
2. Grind down the corners in the lower halves of the blanks for the drawer legs and sand them with sandpaper. Cover these parts (they will be visible) with stain; if desired, you can decorate with finishing fabric.
3. Screw the guide to the side of the drawer with 4 self-tapping screws (50 mm), the legs - 2 self-tapping screws for each. We carry out the actions in the following sequence: first, we attach the guide to the side panel, stepping back 50 mm from the edge, then we attach the legs on the sides, as the drawing below shows. The second sidewall must be made similarly to the first.
4. We attach the longitudinal sidewalls to the sidewalls - 3 self-tapping screws for each connection. We ensure that the right angle is maintained between the directly connected main parts. To strengthen the box and give additional rigidity at the bottom in the middle of the structure, we install a longitudinal bar using 2 self-tapping screws.
5. In the places where the legs will be installed, corner cuts (57x57) must be made on the plywood.
6. We attach plywood (or 2 parts of the part) to the frame, align the edges of the frame and the bottom of the box. We fasten it using a drill with self-tapping screws in increments of no more than 13 cm to the end of the frame and the longitudinal beam.
7. We turn the box over to install the upper longitudinal bar along the top edge of the box in the middle (with 2 screws on each side).
8. On one side, between the edges of the upper and lower longitudinal bars, we use 1 screw to install a block under the loop for the leg.

Let's start assembling the frames for the Eurobook sofa:

1. To make the frames, select 4 of the highest quality timber (1960 mm) for the longitudinal parts.
2. Strengthen 4 transverse bars (650 mm), which will be the outermost ones in the structure, by attaching small blocks about 20 cm long to their ends (on one side) with self-tapping screws (70 mm).
3. It is necessary to make markings for 2 screws in the places where the parts that form the frame are attached. We install short parts with a bar for reinforcement inward. For now, we make the connection with only one self-tapping screw at each joint, so that later we can align the angle of 90 degrees.
4. We apply plywood and align the angle with it so that the sides completely coincide. We fasten one side with self-tapping screws. After making sure that the frame is level and the short base bars are parallel to each other, we fix the plywood to the frame with self-tapping screws. To ensure a reliable connection, it is advisable to coat all the necessary places in front of the screws with wood glue.
5. We install 5 cross bars on the back frame. The first one is 195 mm away from the outermost one (we will attach the hinges to it), the next ones in increments of 392 mm.
6. On the other hand, we stuff fiberboard onto the future backrest.
7. On a similar sofa seat frame, we distribute the transverse strips (5 pieces) evenly over the entire area of ​​the part (fibreboard is not needed on the seat). This difference between the back and seat frames is clearly demonstrated in the drawings.

If you do not use solid plywood, but pieces, then leave 1-2 mm free between the parts. The joints should be further strengthened by placing a transverse strip over the seam. Secure the edges of both parts to it with screws.

For those who plan to use decorative tie-downs for upholstery material when upholstering a sofa, now you need to make holes for the tie-downs (diamond or square). They should be drilled using a drill with a diameter of up to 13 mm. Immediately mark on the details where you have the top and where the bottom is. On the back, step back from the top and sides 23 cm, from the bottom -25 cm. At the back of the seat, measure 25 cm, and in front, the space is 23 cm. Make the remaining holes according to the chosen pattern. Drill through plywood and chipboard into the back. If you end up on a beam, it’s better to step back.

How to assemble a sofa book - detailed step-by-step instructions!

It is now impossible to imagine any office, and especially residential, space without a sofa. This piece of furniture not only creates coziness, but can also serve as a sleeping place and even a place to store things. And, of course, guests will definitely sit comfortably on it. So now it’s impossible to live without a sofa. However, first you need to choose an option that is suitable in size and method of transformation . Thus, book sofas have been and remain very popular, as they are comfortable and extremely easy to use and, moreover, do not take up much space at all. When purchasing this option, you can order a furniture assembly service at home, but in general, if you know how to assemble a sofa book, you can do without the help of craftsmen.

How to assemble a sofa book?

Types and classifications of sofas

Under one general name “sofa” are hidden a variety of types of this furniture. And corner ones, and books, and even round ones. To understand which sofa is suitable for an apartment, it is worth understanding the classification of this type of furniture. First of all, let's look at sofas by the type of how they fold out (or transform), that is, by the type of folding structure.

Sofas come in different types of transformation

Table. Types of mechanisms.

Sofa book

There are also book sofas, which are one of the most popular models. But they will be discussed below in a separate chapter.

Also, sofas can be divided into several types according to the type of design.

1. Straight - a sofa with a flat seat and a flat back. Can be folded out. It is this type that book sofas belong to.
2. Chair-bed. Compact and take up very little space when folded. Designed for one person's sleep.

   Armchair beds

3. Angular. For a long time, such sofas were very fashionable. But they take up quite a lot of space. They have an angular shape and can be converted into a bed by folding out or pulling out the straight part of the sofa.

   Corner sofa book

4. Couch . A small-sized sofa that can easily be converted into a bed for one person just by moving the seat and lifting the lower part.
5. Roll-out . This sofa unfolds by rolling part of it forward or to the side.
6. Unfolding . To unfold such a sofa, part of it needs to be unfolded.
7. Folding - a sofa that can be unfolded and turned into a place to sleep 1-2 people.

Sofa “Book-Finka”

Prices for the range of folding sofas

Folding sofa

A little about book sofas

This is perhaps the most familiar version of the sofa to many, which could be seen back in Soviet times in almost every apartment. When folded, it takes up very little space and is usually placed along the wall, and when unfolded, it turns into a comfortable and cozy place to sleep, where two people can sleep at once. At the bottom of the sofa there is usually a convenient and spacious drawer for linen, and bedding can be put away in it for the day when they are not needed, as well as storing various things there. During the day, the sofa can not be folded out and can be used as a place for one person to rest - its length is quite enough to sit comfortably and stretch out your legs.

This design has a number of advantages

On a note! Book sofas come with or without armrests. Those that do not have these design details usually take up less space.

This sofa design has many advantages:

• easy to assemble and disassemble;
• small size;
• durable option;
• you can buy covers and capes and preserve the upholstery, protecting it from dirt;
• has a drawer for linen;
• comfortable for sleeping;
• It's inexpensive.

How to choose the right sofa book?

But this version of the sofa is not without its drawbacks. You also need to know them in order to make the right choice. Disadvantages of book sofas:

• the structure needs to be moved somewhat away from the wall in order to unfold it;
• a weak person or child may not be able to handle unfolding - it may be too difficult. But a lot depends on the model;
• frame parts can be felt in the middle of the bed;
• the transformation mechanism must be regularly lubricated with oil so that it does not creak and functions correctly;
• There are poorly made models whose transformation mechanism quickly fails.

Give preference to quality models

In any case, everyone will have to decide which sofa to buy on their own. But books were and remain one of the most practical variations.

Other book variations

The classic version of the book sofa is described above, but now there are more advanced models on sale. This is a click-clack and a Eurobook.

The click-klyak is an almost traditional book, but has the ability to be installed reclining. However, its transformation mechanism is very unreliable. It unfolds in the same way as a regular book. There are no joints or height differences in the sleeping area.

Sofa click-clack

The Eurobook has a roll-out part. That is, to unfold it, you need to move the seat forward and then lower the backrest down. A simple option that folds out easily and has such a simple mechanism that it is extremely difficult to disable it. It is considered very reliable and durable, usually lasting longer than an ordinary classic book. Even a child can lay it out.

Eurobook sofa

Selection and use

When choosing a sofa, you need to pay attention to several aspects:

• ease of use and folding;
• the dimensions of the furniture, and it is important to take into account the parameters of the people who will sleep on it;
• color spectrum;
• price;
• the presence of the necessary additional structural elements - drawers, armrests, etc.;
• product quality.

Assembling a sofa book

Important! It is worth choosing furniture only from good manufacturers so that it is of high quality and lasts a long time. This is especially true for variations of a classic book. Cheap sofas usually do not have high quality mechanisms and break down quickly.

To keep the sofa book clean, you can purchase special covers or capes that cover it. Fortunately, stores sell a variety of bedspreads specifically for such models. It is also better to immediately place the sofa so that access to its side is convenient, otherwise it will be impossible to unfold it.

Sofa cover click-clack

It is important to know how the book mechanism works, otherwise, if you perform incorrect actions when unfolding, it can be damaged and ruined. First you need to move the backrest forward, and then raise the seat, the backrest will begin to fall. Next, you just need to lower it down, and the seat will move forward. That's it, the sofa is unfolded.

On a note! Some mechanisms, when unfolded, emit a characteristic click, which indicates that the mechanism structure is seated correctly.

Diagram of the book transformation mechanism (klya-klyak)

Prices for different types of sofa covers

Case for sofa

How to assemble a sofa book?

Many people, when purchasing a sofa, do not want to take the furniture “from the display case”, but prefer to order a new one from the warehouse. In this case, the sofa may arrive completely disassembled, and you will have to assemble it yourself. In order to save money, buyers can refuse the services of furniture assemblers and do the assembly themselves. Some sofas are easy to assemble, but with a book it will be a little more difficult. But if you have instructions, this procedure will not raise any unnecessary questions.

On a note! You don't need many tools to assemble the book yourself. It is enough to have screwdrivers, a screwdriver and the instructions themselves on hand. Sometimes you may also need wrenches, a wrench and an adjustable wrench. It is better to invite an assistant to help, since collecting a book alone is quite inconvenient.

Scheme for disassembling and assembling a sofa book

Let's look at how to assemble a sofa book (bed) from one of the furniture factories. It is worth remembering that the designs of different manufacturers in the assembly may differ in small details, but in general the mechanisms are still the same.

Step 1. First of all, you need to unpack all the elements of the sofa from the packaging. This must be done carefully so as not to spoil the materials from which the furniture is made. When unpacking the elements, it is worth inspecting each of them for defects and checking the contents in accordance with the instructions.

Unpacking the sofa elements

Step 2. Assembly must begin with the box with the mechanism itself. It is necessary to remove the restraining clamps from metal products. Next, you need to use screws, washers and nuts to install the crossbars on the racks of the transformation mechanism.

Assembly begins with the mechanisms themselves

Installing the crossbar on the racks

Step 3. The sofa backrest lifting mechanisms themselves need to be secured to the inside of the side posts. The mechanism platform should be on top. Fixation is carried out with bolts using washers and nuts.

Fastening the lifting mechanisms

Bolts with washers and nuts are used for fixation

Step 4. Next, you need to install the sofa frames on the platforms of the mechanism. First, the one that will serve as a seat is installed.

Frame installation

Frame installation process

Step 5. Then you need to install the second frame on the second platform of the mechanism.

The second frame is installed on the second platform of the mechanism

Step 6. Once the frames and mechanisms have been assembled, you need to make sure that the sofa folds and unfolds normally.

Checking the functionality of the structure

Step 7. After this, you need to unfold the sofa and place a mattress on it, which serves as seat cushions and a sleeping place.

Placing a mattress on a sofa

Step 8. Next, on the back side of the sofa frame, you need to fix the mattress using specially provided clamps, securing them to the frame.

Special retainer shown

Step 9. Then you just need to put on the cover that comes with the kit, secure it to the frames with special tapes and that’s it, the assembly is complete.

The cover is put on

Assembled sofa book

Note that now it’s quite easy to assemble a sofa even on your own. But the old Soviet sofas were very massive and heavy, and it was very difficult to assemble them precisely because of the large weight of the parts.

Sofa bed assembly diagram

Prices for popular models of screwdrivers

Screwdrivers

Video – DIY sofa book

How to collect a Eurobook?

Another popular variation of sofas is the Eurobook. It is very similar to a regular book, but this option is easy to assemble and disassemble, as well as reliable. Let's see how to assemble such furniture yourself.

Step 1. First of all, the sofa delivered to your home needs to be unpacked, freed from film and cardboard. It is important to inspect its elements and make sure that everything is intact and has no defects or damage.

Unpacking the sofa

Step 2. Next, you need to move the sofa seat forward - inside you will find a box in which all the other small parts of the structure lie.

The seat moves

Step 3. Now you need to install the armrests. First you need to decide which side is the inner side. In this case, it has a protrusion. The armrest must be installed in its intended place and secured with a bolt through a pre-made hole. First, you need to tighten the bolt with your fingers and then tighten it with a wrench.

The armrest is screwed on

One armrest installed

Step 4. Then you can install the backrest. It must be installed on an open box so that the hinges screwed to it are at the bottom. Now you need to screw the hinges to the box using self-tapping screws and a screwdriver. The lower screws are tightened first, and then the upper ones.

Installing a sofa back

The hinges are screwed on with self-tapping screws

Step 5. It remains to make sure that the sofa is functioning correctly and all its mechanisms are working.

At the end, the functionality of the sofa mechanisms is checked

How to make a Eurobook sofa with your own hands

The main feature of a book sofa is that it does not move when assembling and disassembling the sofa; this is achieved by pulling out the top part and lowering the back into the free space that appears.

To ensure the movement of the seat, it can be equipped with special fittings, but when assembling at home, recesses are simply made in the side supporting beams, and the legs are fixed directly to the seat. The back is assembled using non-separable hinges.

The design of the sofa contains a base box with a drawer for bed linen; it can be equipped with two armrests or one, this allows the product to be used as a corner sofa.

Attention! The furniture does not take up much space because it does not require installation at a certain distance from the wall to ensure assembly/disassembly. When the sofa is unfolded, you get a fairly large sleeping area.

Materials and tools

The following materials are used to assemble the frame:

• plywood sheets;
• chipboard;
• self-tapping screws;
• timber 50x50 and 25x50 mm;
• nails;
• metal corner pads;
• rollers and guides;
• angle steel legs;
• batting or foam rubber.

Tools for assembling the frame:

• electric drill;
• sandpaper;
• jigsaw;
• hammer;
• miter box;
• screwdriver;
• furniture stapler;
• stain;
• marker;
• roulette.

How to take measurements

It is much easier to correctly calculate the size of a Eurobook, unlike corner sofas, since you do not need to take into account additional elements. The sofa has one line that divides it into equal parts. Since the sleeping place is located along, this line is almost not felt.

It is necessary to take into account the size of the bed both when folded and unfolded, since in the latter case the sofa will double in size. As a rule, a standard width of 140-150 cm and an unfolded length of 180-210 cm are selected.

Drawings and diagrams of a Eurobook sofa

To begin directly assembling the bed, a detailed drawing is required; it is drawn up taking into account personal preferences; you can use ready-made diagrams.

The most important thing is that the drawing indicates the dimensions of the finished sofa with the overall dimensions, as well as the dimensions of each individual element. In addition, you need to note the location of the hinges so that when assembling the structure, you can install reinforcing bars in the required place for a more durable fastening; the exact location of all elements and the height dimensions of the product, taking into account the legs, are also required.

Important! Standard models have 4 legs on the base and 2 on the folding part.

Peculiarities

Everyone knows that a sofa plays an important role in any residential or non-residential premises. On it, people receive guests, relax in the company of their nearest and dearest while watching TV or playing board games, and sleep at night.

Recently, instead of the usual straight models, people prefer to install corner sofas, which are distinguished by functionality and rational use of free space. Before you start making a sofa, you need to decide on its:

• Appointment. Think in advance about which room the product will be placed in. The dimensions and design of the furniture will directly depend on this. A corner sofa can be built for a comfortable family time in the living room, or you can make a small product for the kitchen.

• 
  Shape and size.
  Here it is worth starting only from personal wishes and preferences, as well as from the features of the room where it will stand. For small rooms it is better to make compact and ergonomic models, and in a spacious living room it is worth installing a roomy and large corner sofa. As for the shape, it can be varied: in the form of the letter L, U-shaped, with or without armrests.

• Filler. As a rule, foam rubber, padding polyester and holofiber are used as filler for upholstered furniture . Their choice must be taken with full responsibility. Here, the thickness of the material, its density, elasticity and resilience, as well as rigidity play an important role.
• Functionality. Some consumers prefer furniture with spacious drawers where they can store bedding or personal items. Also, corner sofas are often equipped with shelves and bookcases.

Eurobook sofa yourself: step-by-step instructions

To properly assemble a Eurobook sofa, you must follow the following instructions:

1. Base. You need to start assembling the Eurobook from the base. To do this you will need beams with a section of 15x5. Most often, the frame size chosen is 80x200 cm. The beams are connected to each other using self-tapping screws. Additional boards are attached to the corners for better reliability.
2. A chipboard sheet is usually used as the bottom of the frame. To secure it, you need to cut down the slats at the base, and fix the chipboard on top of them.
3. Chair and backrest. These elements are also made from beams with a cross-section of 15x5 cm. The manufacturing method is exactly the same as the bed frame, dimensions are 80x200 cm. For these parts, chipboard sheets must be secured on both sides.
4. 7x7 cm beams are sawn into the assembled base, which are placed in increments of 9-12 cm. Afterwards, the chipboard sheets are fixed and the legs are attached.
5. When the structure is assembled and the back is positioned vertically, its soft part faces outward. Therefore, you need to additionally use polyurethane foam pillows wrapped in some kind of material, this can add greater softness.
6. Side parts. For these elements, a wooden box is used or it is made from fiberboard.
7. Folding mechanism. To make the bed fold and unfold, hinges are used; they are attached to the back and directly to the bed. To make the area for fixing the hinges on the headboard more durable, instead of beams, you can choose a board measuring 15x5 cm, turned edge-on.
8. When all the elements of the bed are prepared and assembled, polyurethane foam is attached (using a special adhesive composition), then batting or padding polyester is laid. The finished Eurobook is covered with fabric using a furniture stapler.

1. The beams between two plywood sheets can be placed on glue and secured on both sides with a construction stapler.
2. Instead of chipboard, solid plywood sheets 5 mm thick are often chosen. Moreover, the thickness of the beams is reduced to 25 mm.
3. The sofa cover is made with a zipper, or the material is stapled at the bottom to the boards. Upholstering a bed does not take much time.
4. For the soft part of the bed, it is advisable to choose synthetic padding with a density of more than 25 kg/m2. Foam rubber with a thickness of 12 cm is attached to one part of the backrest, and 3 cm to the second part.

The Eurobook can successfully replace a bed. This design will provide the owner with a spacious and comfortable place for comfortable rest and good sleep. Due to its small size, the Eurobook can be placed in a small bedroom.

Assembly diagram of the sofa "Monaco"

Buyers who purchased a sofa without assembly services may have questions about the order in which it should be done. The instructions for assembling the sofa “Monaco” (“Lots of furniture”) have step-by-step actions. She details the sequential steps you need to take to assemble your sofa. Installation of the product is quite simple. When disassembled, the “Monaco” sofa has the following elements:

• main part;
• corner part;
• sliding part;
• back;
• two armrests.

The first step is to install supports on the main, corner parts and armrests. Rollers should be screwed to the sliding part. Then you need to use European screws to connect the armrest to the corner section. It is necessary to check that all elements are tightly secured to each other. The next step is to connect the main part with the back and the second armrest. After these steps, the resulting structures should be connected to each other, fixing the back wall with the armrests, after which it is necessary to tighten all the European screws to tightly fix the elements.

Next, you need to install a sliding one on the guides of the main part. This completes the assembly of the corner sofa. The instructions for assembling the sofa “Monaco” (“Lots of furniture”) contain a detailed description. After familiarizing yourself with it and reading this article, sofa owners should not have any questions about self-assembly.

Atlanta corner sofa is one of the most popular models of corner sofas. Made from high-quality materials, it has strict and harmonious shapes that will decorate the interior of almost any style.

Upholstery types are represented by two main materials: eco-leather and textiles.

Eco-leather Textile

The built-in side table and wide armrest on the other side allow you to comfortably place all the necessary things, be it a laptop or a cup of hot coffee. And its angle can be changed depending on the layout of the room. When assembled, this piece of furniture has a length of just over 2.5 m, and when unfolded, it turns into a comfortable double bed.

Sofa unfolded

The combination of all these features makes many buyers choose the Atlanta model.

Professional furniture assemblers will deliver and assemble it in the shortest possible time. But if you decide to assemble the sofa yourself, then the assembly instructions included with each product will help, in which everything is written and illustrated in detail. In addition, if you decide to assemble it yourself, find visual photo and video examples that will allow you to understand exactly how to assemble the Atlanta sofa yourself with a direct modification.

When delivering new furniture, be sure to check that all parts are included as listed. This will save you from unpleasant surprises during assembly and will allow you not to waste time waiting for the missing leg or pillow to arrive.

Once you have made sure that the delivered parts fully correspond to the ordered sample and are delivered in full, you can begin the process of assembling the Atlanta sofa.

Make sure you have all the necessary tools prepared:

• hex keys of different diameters;
• crosshead screwdriver;
• open-end wrench.