How to Choose a Sleeper Sofa

Determine how your sleeper sofa will be used. Sleeper sofas can be used on a daily basis in lieu of a more traditional bed, or they can be used as a place for visitors to sleep. If you plan on using the sleeper sofa regularly, be sure to choose one that is comfortable and durable.

Determine the size of the sleeper sofa that you need. Sleeper sofas can come in many different shapes and sizes. Most sleeper sofas pull out to be queen-size beds, though companies such as Overstock.com also sell sleeper chairs that pull out to become twin-size beds.

Evaluate your price range. Luxury, top-of-the-line sleeper sofas can cost up to several thousand dollars while cheaper futon-style sleepers can be as cheap as a couple of hundred dollars.

Visit stores and try out the sleeper sofas. It is best to see and feel the sleeper in person. Take some time to sit in the sofa and determine the difficulty level of converting the sofa into a bed.