An L shape sofa cum bed gives you a corner sofa for 5 or 6 people by day and a bed for one or two guests by night. The long side has a hidden pull out or click clack base, and the short side (the chaise) often hides a storage box for pillows and razai.
Most sofa cum bed L shape models take up roughly 7 by 5 ft (5 seats) or 8 by 6 ft (6 seats) when closed. Open, the long side turns into a bed of roughly 4x6 or 5x6 feet. Before you order, measure the hall with the bed open, not just the sofa closed. You need about 2 ft of walking space around the open bed.
Below are 12 l type sofa cum bed designs with seat counts, frame, fabric and the room each one fits. For plain three seater models see our sofa cum bed designs, and for the bed numbers in detail read the sofa cum bed size guide.
L Shape Sofa Cum Bed With Storage
Storage sits in two places: a lift up box under the chaise and a deep drawer under the main seat. Ask which one holds bedding when the bed is open, because a pull out frame often blocks the front drawer.
- Seats
- 6 seats, RHS chaise
- Build
- Ply frame, grey weave
- Fits
- 11 x 13 ft hall
Raise the chaise and two gas struts hold it open over a box that swallows two pillows and a quilt. The long side pulls out into a 5x6 bed for two people close.
Maker's note: Insist on BWR ply for the box and struts matched to how heavy the lid is, never bare hinges.
- Seats
- 5 seats, LHS corner
- Build
- Pine, sand linen
- Fits
- 10 x 12 ft hall
Two wide drawers run under the long seat and stay usable because this model folds out from the back rest, not the front. Good for flats with no spare cupboard.
Maker's note: Drawer runners should be telescopic and full extension; ask for at least 16 inch deep drawers.
- Seats
- 6 seats, LHS chaise
- Build
- Ply, teal velvet
- Fits
- 12 x 14 ft hall
A separate storage ottoman slots into the corner gap and doubles as a bedside table once the bed is out. This l shape sofa cum bed with storage keeps bedding near the bed.
Maker's note: Get the ottoman built to seat height, about 17 to 18 inches, so it lines up with the bed.
How an L Type Sofa Cum Bed Converts
There are three common ways the corner sofa turns into a bed. Each one needs a different amount of room, so confirm the type at the shop.
| Mechanism | How it opens | Bed size | Space behind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pull out base | Base rolls forward, hidden cushion lifts level | 4x6 or 5x6 | None |
| Click clack back | Back rest drops flat | 3x6 or 4x6 | About 4 inches |
| Slide out platform | Wooden platform slides from under the seat | 4x6 to 6x6 | None |
The chaise or corner rarely becomes part of the bed. It stays as a bench or holds storage.
Room Space When the Bed Is Open
Closed, a six seat corner model takes roughly 8 by 6 ft of floor. Open, the long side grows forward by 2.5 to 3 ft. So plan for roughly 8 x 8.5 ft of floor plus a 2 ft walkway on the open side.
- Move the centre table on castors or choose a nesting table.
- Keep the bed side away from the main door swing.
- A seat depth of 22 to 24 inches makes a better bed than a 20 inch seat.
For more corner layouts see corner sofa designs and L shape sofa sizes.
Pull Out L Shape Sofa Bed
A pull out base rolls forward on castors and a hidden cushion flips up to make the bed level. It is the easiest corner sofa cum bed for daily use because nothing needs lifting overhead.
- Seats
- 5 seats, RHS corner
- Build
- Pine, navy twill
- Fits
- 10 x 12 ft hall
Shown half open: the base slides out on rubber wheels and the seat cushions drop in to make a 4x6 sleeping area. Easy for one guest or a child and parent.
Maker's note: Rubber castors protect tile floors; ask for a metal glide track under the base, not wood on wood.
- Seats
- 6 seats, open 5x6
- Build
- Ply, ivory chenille
- Fits
- 12 x 13 ft hall
Fully open, the long side gives a 5x6 bed and the chaise stays as a bench for clothes. Check the open length against your door swing before buying.
Maker's note: Measure from back wall to open bed end; you need that length plus 2 ft free.
- Seats
- 5 seats, LHS corner
- Build
- Metal hinge, rust weave
- Fits
- Studio flat
Here the back rest clicks down flat instead of the seat pulling out, so the sofa needs only a few inches gap from the wall. The bed is narrower, about 4x6.
Maker's note: Keep 4 inches behind the sofa so the click clack back can tilt before going flat.
Wooden L Shape Sofa Cum Bed
A wooden l shape sofa cum bed has a visible frame with a cushion bed. Teak or sheesham frames last longest; the bed part usually slides out from under the long seat as a wooden platform.
- Seats
- 5 seats, RHS corner
- Build
- Teak, cotton cushions
- Fits
- 11 x 12 ft hall
Solid teak frame with flat wooden arms and a slatted platform that slides out under the long seat. The cushions move across to make the mattress.
Maker's note: Ask for slats at least 3 inches wide and spaced under 2 inches, so the foam does not sag.
- Seats
- 6 seats, LHS corner
- Build
- Sheesham, PU matte
- Fits
- 12 x 15 ft hall
Dark sheesham with a low back and two round bolsters. The long side is already 6 ft long and 30 inches deep, so a single guest can sleep without opening it.
Maker's note: Sheesham must be seasoned well; ask the carpenter for kiln dried wood and matte PU polish.
- Seats
- 5 seats, RHS corner
- Build
- Mango wood, melamine
- Fits
- 10 x 11 ft room
Mango wood keeps the cost lower than teak, and both sides have lift up boxes. A sensible wooden l shape sofa cum bed pick, rented flat included.
Maker's note: Mango wood needs borer treatment; get that done before the melamine or PU goes on.
Compact Fabric L Shape Sofa Bed for Small Rooms
For rooms under 10 x 11 ft pick a 4 seater L with a short chaise and a bed of 3x6 or 4x6. Light colours and raised legs make the room feel bigger.
- Seats
- 4 seats, LHS chaise
- Build
- Pine, mint cotton
- Fits
- 9 x 10 ft room
Only about 6.5 x 4.5 ft closed, yet it opens to a 3x6 bed for one. The chaise lifts to hold a folded mattress topper.
Maker's note: Choose 32 kg/m³ HR foam for the seat since it is also the mattress.
- Seats
- 4 seats, RHS chaise
- Build
- Ply, mustard cotton
- Fits
- 9 x 12 ft hall
With no arms, every inch of the frame becomes bed length. Removable zip covers help with dust and monsoon damp.
Maker's note: Get zips on all cushion covers; a quick wash before visitors come keeps the bed fresh.
- Seats
- 4 seats, LHS corner
- Build
- Pine, grey boucle
- Fits
- Studio flat
A soft boucle corner model with a short 4 ft chaise. Opens to 4x6 so a guest gets a proper bed in a studio flat.
Maker's note: Boucle loops snag; ask for a tight weave and keep it away from velcro and sharp toys.
Questions buyers ask
Which is better, a sofa cum bed L shape or a normal 3 seater sofa cum bed?
Pick the L shape if you need seating for 5 or more every day and a bed only sometimes. A straight three seat sleeper costs less and suits halls narrower than 10 ft. The L shape gives more seats but needs a free corner.
Can two adults sleep on an L shape sofa bed?
Yes, if the open size is 5x6 or 6x6 feet. A 4x6 bed suits one adult or an adult with a child. Ask the seller for the open width and length, not just the closed sofa size.
Is an l shape sofa cum bed with storage strong enough for daily sleeping?
It can be, if the frame is BWR plywood or solid wood with corner blocks with HR seat cushions whose density reads 32 kg/m³ on the label, or higher. Thin foam and staple only joints sag within a year of nightly use.
Is LHS or RHS better for a corner sofa cum bed?
Stand facing the spot where the sofa will go. If the free wall for the chaise is on your left, order LHS; if on your right, order RHS. Some models have a movable chaise that fits either side.
What fabric works best on an L shape sofa with bed?
Pick a tight weave or chenille tested above 25,000 rubs, since the cushions double as a mattress. Removable covers help in monsoon and dusty months. See our sofa fabric guide for more.
How much does the bed mechanism add to the cost?
A pull out or click clack mechanism, a storage box with gas struts and a larger seat all add to the cost compared with a plain L sofa. A solid teak or sheesham frame costs more than plywood.