A sleeper sofa bed is the right thing to buy when there is problem of open space and you can't accommodate another bed there. Just as the name suggests, a sleeper sofa has two uses. It can be used as a sofa during the day time and can be easily turned into a comfortable bed for friends or guests coming to your house for an overnight stay. Sleeping on a sleeper sofa mattress is as comfortable as sleeping on a regular bed.

The quality and price of sleeper sofa and sleeper sofa mattresses differ a lot, so shop around. Here is a checklist for buying a sleeper sofa and sofa bed mattress that will save you time and money.

Dimensions:- It is very important to measure the space where you want to keep your sofa sleeper and write down these measurements correctly. While taking the measurements, make sure there be enough room to pull out the sleeper with ease. Also consider the width of the door also as you would need it. If a sleeper sofa mattress is not something that you can accommodate in your room, you can definitely go for a sleeper chair.

Style:- As there are different styles of sleeper sofa available in the market, you can surely find one that suits your home d?cor. Don't forget to look for the color for the sofa bed mattress as it makes a lot of difference. Usually a sleeper sofa mattress comes in neutral colors like taupe. But you can always add more color to your sofa bed mattress with colorful pillows and throws.

Comfort:- The best way to find out whether the sleeper sofa bed is a good one or not is to lie on it. If you are suffering from shoulder pain or anything like that you should go for a pure latex sleeper sofa mattress. This type of sleeper sofa mattress are convenient, comfortable and durable also. Even the memory foam sleeper sofa mattress is also a good option to consider as it molds to the shape of your body while sleeping to support your weight evenly. Another thing to look for is whether you can turn the sofa into a bed easily or not. Just pull out the mattress yourself and it should be done in one move.

Fabric:- The comfort level of a sleeper sofa bed hugely dependent on the quality of the fabric. Go for a sofa bed mattress made with microfiber if you are suffering from some allergies. The grade of the fabric can help you in understanding the quality of the fabric.

Price:- As far as price is concerned, you will find sleeper sofa beds in different ranges. Set your budget first and then start looking for a sleeper sofa bed. But try never to compromise on the quality front as a good night's sleep directly impacts your health.