Balconies have a small area, and in order to arrange this limited space beautifully, with convenience and comfort, you need to think through every detail of the interior. Balcony furniture also plays an important role here; of course, it should be compact, ergonomic, functional and not clutter up the room.

Next we will tell you how to arrange small space as useful as possible, how to choose the right furniture, what materials it should be made of. We’ll also show you how to make a cabinet, shelves and table with your own hands.

How to choose furniture, taking into account the specifics of the space

There are different types of balconies: open, cold closed, as well as glazed and insulated, and even heated, and accordingly the furniture should be chosen, taking into account all the specifics of the premises.

Furniture should be made from materials that are not afraid of difficult operating conditions

Furnishings for open balconies

Choosing furniture for an open-type balcony is perhaps a task that is both difficult and at the same time creative. Here it is necessary to take into account difficult operating conditions: precipitation, dust, wind, taking into account such specifics, furniture should be made of moisture-resistant materials that are not afraid of an aggressive environment.

Wicker furniture, although practical, takes up a lot of space; it is better to buy a folding table

Interior items made of metal, coated with durable powder paints that protect against corrosion, or forged products, for example, metal shelving, preferably with doors, and whatnots and cabinets are best suited.

Forged furniture on the balcony is always practical, stylish and original

Feels good on open balconies plastic, garden wicker furniture or foldable on metal frame With wood trim, mesh or straw hammock for relaxation. Larger areas can accommodate comfortable sun loungers.

Folding furniture is very convenient for open balconies, in winter period It's best to store it in a closet at home

For creative and thrifty people, in the photo we offer interesting idea How to make a sofa out of wood with your own hands. In the same way, you can make a bench, cabinet or table from pallets or edged boards.

DIY balcony sofa made from pallets

What furniture is suitable for glazed but cold balconies

Most often, when trying to equip a balcony, owners glaze it with cold aluminum systems. Of course, they do not retain heat in winter, but they reliably protect the room from rain and snow, from noise and dust, so choosing furniture for such a balcony is much easier.

Built-in wardrobe for the balcony with hinged doors

Here you can place it like garden furniture: wicker or folding, and wooden interior items. Shelves, chests of drawers, cabinets, cabinets made of chipboard on cold balconies will last no more than 3 years, since this material consists of pressed sawdust, changes in temperature and humidity will not spare the aesthetics of the furniture.

An example of how to make a folding chair with your own hands

It should be noted that on balconies, near the end wall, a built-in wardrobe is often installed; its frame is recommended to be made of wood or plywood, but the facades of the cabinet can be made of either wooden hinged or lifting roller blinds or sliding compartments, made of plastic or glass.

Built-in wardrobe on the balcony, photo of ergonomic furniture with different types facades

Furnishings for warm balconies

In order to have a few extra meters of not just useful, but also living space, the balcony is insulated, windows are installed, and heating is installed. But when settling in small space An acute question arises: how to choose the right furniture so that it is not only comfortable, but also does not take up much space.

Mensolas and brackets are the easiest way to attach shelves on the balcony with your own hands

It is necessary to make maximum use of the entire area; for this it is better to order the manufacture of custom-made cabinets, tables, cabinets, and beds. A competent designer will think through the ergonomics of objects and also select the right materials for manufacturing, and the craftsmen will fit and install the furniture in place.

A folding table on the balcony will significantly save space

Of course, the price for such products is higher than for finished products, but if the goal is to save money, it is quite possible to make a cabinet, cabinet or table with your own hands.

Individually designed furniture takes into account all the features of the space

Advice: To make the balcony comfortable, try to choose furniture with smooth corners, and to save space, use the plane of the walls, so narrow hanging shelves and cabinets will help you place a lot of household items.

Built-in cabinet for the balcony made of lining

If you are determined to choose ready-made cabinet furniture for your balcony, then cabinets with a width of 600 mm (preferably single-leaf) or 800 mm (double-leaf) are quite suitable in size. It is recommended to install a sliding wardrobe on a balcony with a width of at least 1 m, so that there is convenient access to the internal space, since one part always remains closed.

Buying ready-made furniture, think through all the little things, the main thing is that nothing interferes with the opening of the cabinets

Several practical ideas for organizing space

Furniture for small loggias and balconies should be multifunctional and compact. For example, if you are making a desktop, then it would be advisable to arrange an extension of shelves/cabinets on top for storing papers.

Ergonomic computer desk on the balcony

If we consider rooms of complex geometric shapes, with sharp corners, then it is recommended to build a cabinet, a corner cabinet, or select a ready-made table or shelf for flowers in this place.

Ready-made wall table for mounting on a parapet

Thoughtful multifunctional details play an important role in organizing space; for example, instead of a window sill, it would be advisable to arrange a bar counter with a wide tabletop made of acrylic stone, high chairs will suit it. You can also make narrow built-in cabinets for dishes and utensils under the window sill.

Bar counter on the balcony, for convenience the width of the tabletop is 300-400 mm

If the balcony is attached to the room, then, as a rule, it is not possible to demolish the window sill block; it can be converted into a work table, with vertical shelves, or a dining table, with a beautiful chrome stand and baskets.

Bar counter and dining table on the combined balcony

Another very practical solution for small balconies is a homemade box-chest, on top of which there is a trestle bed or sofa.

Homemade couch and vegetable storage box

You can store vegetables or things inside, and soft pillows on top will help create a comfortable place to relax.

Chest-sofa made of edged boards on the balcony

Let's talk separately about the organization of the workplace. Of course, it is better to make a computer desk to order; the tabletop should have curved lines that smoothly outline the space. If the tabletop is continued along a long wall, then it should be no wider than 300-400 mm, so that there is enough space to move on a narrow balcony.

In larger rooms you can even accommodate kitchen set, but most likely it will have built-in cabinets; this is the only way to properly manage the usable space.

A compact one is quite suitable for organizing a dining area. corner sofa, most often the body is made of wood, with a soft seat on top. It is recommended to pair it with a folding table with rounded corners. It is recommended to place a narrow cabinet or closed rack on the wall for dishes.

The finished small-sized kitchen corner fits on a balcony 800 mm wide

Often they arrange it on the balcony sleeping area, there are several solutions here:

  • for wide balconies a built-in wardrobe-bed or mini sofa bed;
  • folding trestle bed, which is arranged along the long interior wall under the window of the room;
  • high mattress.

Wardrobe-bed on the balcony, convenient for organizing a comfortable sleeping place

From theory to practice, how to make furniture with your own hands

Making furniture for a balcony with your own hands is not difficult; for homemade cabinets it is better to use an edged board 100-200 mm wide, clapboard, for the frame - a block of 40*30 and 40*50 mm, plywood.

You can put it into action old furniture, as well as laminated chipboard, they can be bought already sawn into parts with a width of 300, 400, 600 mm; for processing the ends, a melamine edge, which is glued with an iron, is suitable.

Scheme for making a folding table with your own hands

Advice: For assembly wooden furniture It is better to use self-tapping screws, but it is recommended to fasten the plate parts together with Eurobolts. For strength, the furniture is screwed to the wall with dowels.

How to make a cabinet for a balcony

To make a cabinet on the balcony with your own hands, first of all, you will need a drawing indicating the dimensions, on the basis of which you should make the details. As an example, let’s take a cabinet with dimensions: height 2700 mm (to the ceiling), width 800 mm (it’s better to divide the inside into 2 compartments with a vertical partition, depth 600 mm (optimal for organizing a rod with hangers), for shelves you can make a depth of 400 mm. A cabinet made of furniture panels, 16 mm thick. Free compartments at the top and bottom, 400 mm high, 50 mm plinth.

Required:

  • cabinet sides – 2 pcs., 2700*600 mm;
  • horizons – 4 pieces, 2 – top/bottom, 2 – separate mezzanine and lower compartment, (800-16-16) = 768*600 mm;
  • center (vertical partition) – 1 piece, (2700-400-400) = 1850*600 mm;
  • rod for 1 section – (400-16-8) – 4 mm = 372 mm
  • shelves for 2 departments – (400-16-8) – 2 mm = 374*600 mm – 4 pcs., you get 5 compartments, the distance between the shelves is approximately 350 mm.
  • Bars for cabinet frame 40*40, length 600 mm - 6 pcs.;
  • bars for a plinth 40*50, length 768 mm – 2 pcs.

You will also need fittings and doors for the cabinet, in our case hinged facades:

  • 396*396 – 4 pcs.;
  • 1846*396 – 2 pcs.;
  • overhead hinges with a 35 mm cup - 14 pcs. (6 preferably with closers for smooth closing);
  • handles – 6 pcs.;
  • shelf holders - 16 pcs. Instead of them, you can fill the sides with slats and put shelves.

Wardrobe for the balcony, photo of the built-in structure, if desired, the interior space can be planned depending on needs

Instead of a cabinet, you can make a rack for the balcony; you can buy ready-made metal side holders with brackets that are fixed to the wall to the desired width, and cut shelves to fit them.

Guides and holders for homemade shelves can be bought at Ikea

To save money, instead of guides, you can make a frame from bars, like a ladder, one side is tied with dowels to the wall, and the other is the floor and ceiling (since there is usually a window on the other side). All that remains is to cut out the shelves from boards or plywood and the cabinet is ready.

An example of how to make a simple cabinet with your own hands

You will find a few more in our photo gallery interesting options How to choose the right furniture for the balcony.

For many, a balcony is a place for privacy, a small cozy room in which you can both work and relax. This is truly a full-fledged room that requires appropriate decoration - and the sofa on the balcony plays a very important role.

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Built-in models for balconies or loggias

If we are talking about a small room in which you need to save space, then the best option– built-in structures, and this applies to sofas too.

Furniture for a balcony or loggia should be compact, and folding sofas or beds are ideal. These are the kind of sofas that are disassembled and assembled. You will not have any difficulties transporting the finished product to the balcony - you can simply assemble it there. Built-in sofas are minimalist and can fit into any interior. They save space as much as possible, as they are installed in a special niche and allow you to use all the free space. They are also multifunctional - they can be used to store things, as they have built-in drawers. There are several optimal options

built-in sofas for balconies of any size.

A roll-out sofa is a full-fledged sleeping place for the night and a comfortable sofa (or even an armchair) during the day. Such sofas also have fairly wide backs and armrests, and the latter can serve as a seat or a stand for something. They come with or without drawers. There are several models: “Dolphin”, “Eurobook”, “Accordion”, “Folding bed”. They are universal and really easy to transform and roll out. The bed can be either large or small, single. There are entire sets of roll-out furniture - for example, a sofa and an armchair.

If you have a recess or indentation from the wall on your balcony, you can install the sofa there. This will be the so-called homemade built-in sofa. Moreover, you don’t have to worry too much about the design. You can literally fill the seat with a blanket, throw some pillows, decorate the back with chipboard or plywood - and that’s it, you’re ready.

Options

Sofas for the balcony are practically no different from the usual options - except that they are mini-copies of them. The following types are especially popular:

  • With boxes. Sofa chest of drawers, sofa wardrobe. This perfect option, if you want not only to create a cozy place, but also to use the space to maximum benefit. These boxes are somewhat similar to options for linen. You can put bed linen there, out-of-season clothes, or any trinkets that are better not lying around in a visible place. If you are going to do needlework on the balcony, then this is where you can put your knitting needles or yarn. This will be the so-called chest for useful little things.

  • Corner design. Due to its design, this furniture can take up very little space. It is installed close to the wall, which is very convenient. These sofas are usually considered the most comfortable. The only problem is that due to the angular shape, you won’t be able to lie on the sofa, and such products, as a rule, are not long enough. But they are just right for get-togethers. Another table nearby, an armchair - and everything will look very nice.

  • Sofa bed, chair bed. It is a folding structure that takes up very little space - when unfolded, it looks like a small (maximum seventy meters) narrow single bed. Suitable for those who like to sleep in the fresh air, and a nightstand can easily fit next to it.

  • Poof. Shapeless or soft sofa would be a good option for those who like to read or relax on the balcony. It puts you in the mood for relaxation just by looking at it, because it is very soft and cozy and promotes relaxation. However, remember that during the cold season you cannot spend days on the balcony. Heating is prohibited in this part of the house, so you will be cold even with a heater. But you can make your life easier by installing underfloor heating.

A not very good option would be a sofa with a pull-out structure or folding furniture. The size of the room will not allow you to enjoy the unfolded version. Of course, you can always buy one - if it fits perfectly into the interior unexpanded or you have a large balcony. However, it is still not worth purchasing this type of sofa. The same goes for the book sofa, with folding options.

If you don't have the opportunity to buy a sofa, pay attention to the benches. They must have backs and not the smallest size. Yes, of course, the benches can be a bit harsh, but it’s enough to just cover them with thick soft fabric and cover them with pillows. This option is also suitable for wicker sofas. They can be left in their original form, since wicker is a rather creative solution for a balcony. You can put pillows and a colorful blanket.

Hanging sofas, swing sofas and hammock sofas can only be used if you are absolutely sure that the ceiling will support it.

Original design and ideas

A stylized sofa is very suitable for a balcony. You can turn your balcony into a cute and cozy place to relax by using wicker and soft materials and filling the space with pillows. Next to the sofa you can install a bookcase or an easel with a chair.

If you prefer a balcony as a workplace, pay attention to strict wooden designs. Add light to the room. Choose a stylish leather sofa, or if space allows, get a swivel chair upholstered in the same material. There must be a table, otherwise where will you work with your laptop or documents.

If your work is far from numbers and reports, but is connected, for example, with needlework or craftsmanship, free up as much space as possible on the floor. Very the right decision will install shelves on the walls (at a distance from the floor) - for example, put a sofa and attach shelves next to it. This way you can use your workspace as conveniently and efficiently as possible.

Today it is fashionable to use the balcony as a place for sports. Of course, there can be no question of active forms of it, but, for example, yoga, meditation or training on exercise machines are quite suitable.

How to do it yourself?

Making a balcony sofa yourself is not that difficult. The main thing is to strictly follow all instructions and be careful. A homemade sofa will definitely suit you both in appearance and size, because the height and width of the balcony will be taken into account.

So here's what you'll have to do.

  • First measure the dimensions of the balcony and approximate dimensions sofa, think about how it will be placed on the plane. If necessary, draw or create a layout.
  • It is best to use natural boards as the material for making the frame. They are stronger and easier to work with. You can take a ready-made Euro pallet, a sheet of plywood or chipboard. They must be dense enough (at least ten millimeters) so that they do not deteriorate from frequent friction.
  • Cut the sheet according to the dimensions you have outlined and connect the boards with self-tapping screws or special furniture nails (using a drill). For fastening you will also need furniture corners. In the same way, secure a sheet of plywood to the frame, in place of the seat and backrest. They need to be covered with foam rubber, and then done with finishing - decorate with fabric, leather, or add another layer of pillows. The best way to do this is with a furniture stapler. You can simply cover the frame sofa cushions, on which you will be comfortable to sit. So you don’t need to struggle with a stapler, and it’s easy to wash.

  • To make a folding sofa, you will need a special folding design. These are sold at any hardware store. For your own convenience, you can attach wheels to the sofa.
  • If you want to equip the sofa with drawers, then you need to attach the seat to the frame like a door to the wall. Use special loops for this. Then the bottom should be empty; it is best to cover it with insulator, fabric or film. You can put several baskets there to store things.

How to make a sofa for a balcony, see the following video.

The balcony is increasingly being converted from an additional storage room into a furnished and comfortable room. It can be used as a cozy place to relax, a secluded office or even a workshop.

Regardless of the purpose, a comfortable sofa is installed on the balcony. For such a room, a special type of furniture is required that will fit in a limited space and help create a comfortable environment.

On the large balcony you can put a ready-made sofa from the store

Varieties of options for the balcony

On a small balcony you can place a sofa of any configuration, shape and size. It is necessary that this element fits harmoniously into the surrounding interior and matches the small space.

A sofa for a balcony can be of the following types:

  1. The mini-sofa can be selected according to the width of the loggia. It is placed against the side wall and placed across it. A similar attribute occupies a small area and is used instead of chairs. With the help of such a sofa on the balcony, an effective work space or place to relax is created.
  2. A sofa that converts into a bed is an excellent solution for people who love to relax in the fresh air. This structure can be removed during the day.
  3. A practical option is a sofa with a drawer for the balcony. Volumetric containers are installed under the seat. They store seasonal items or items that are not needed every day.
  4. An ordinary sofa can also be placed in a small area, but it will not fold out. Since it is long, it is placed along the back or front wall.
  5. A folding chair is suitable for narrow spaces. It takes up little space and folds out conveniently.
  6. The best sofa for a narrow loggia is a Eurobook. It is placed near the wall and, if necessary, unfolds.
  7. The original solution is a corner sofa.

You can make the chosen version of the sofa with your own hands from various available materials.

A homemade structure in additional space is installed in the following ways:

  • At the end wall, along the width of the balcony.
  • Like a folding structure installed under the window.
  • Part of the area is completely covered with furniture and looks like a pre-starkhan.
  • A sofa swing with one or two seats is mounted in a long place.

You can make an elongated sofa for the balcony with your own hands.

Advice! If you need to hide preparations and jars somewhere for the winter, then the dostarkhan method is considered an excellent solution. Just don’t build the structure on glass jars. The canvas is mounted on supports and secured.

Basic materials for creating a sofa with your own hands

You can make a comfortable piece of furniture with your own hands. Old things are used for this. They make a solid base.

The sofa can be combined with a drawer underneath it

This can be an antique chest or an ordinary box that is installed on the floor. The drawer is also used for the base of the backrest.

When creating a sofa for a balcony, you should use the following materials:

  1. Finished elements from used furniture: corner area or sofa bed.
  2. You can make a folding structure or a stationary one.
  3. A small sofa is constructed using pallets or wooden panels.
  4. Old car seats are used as original pieces of furniture.
  5. A good solution is a frameless sofa, which can take any shape and is filled with bulk materials.
  6. Dostarkhan is constructed from an armored mesh, which is turned upside down and attached to supports. Soft elements or a special feather bed are placed in the resulting space. You will have to climb onto such a structure from the side.
  7. Equipped air mattress. Wood panels or even old doors are placed at the base, which are placed on brick supports.

With any option, it is necessary to build a durable and comfortable frame. It can be made from beams. To make armrests, old blankets are used, on which special covers in the form of cylinders are mounted.

Advice! Don't be afraid to relax on the balcony because of insects. It is recommended to install a mosquito net.

How to make a sofa for a balcony with your own hands

If you have carpentry tools and available materials, you can arrange a sofa for the balcony with your own hands.

It is better to choose a simple option, without folding structures. Before you start installation work It is worth considering the project and design option for the future structure.

When creating a structure with a storage area, awnings may be needed. To ensure reliable fastening, standard nails or self-tapping screws are prepared.

To create soft structures you will need padding polyester. The backs, seats and armrests are made from this material. To make the seats look stylish and well-groomed, you will need upholstery fabric.

You can choose upholstery in the form of covers with zippers. Such upholstery is easy to wash. To secure soft pillows, you should purchase special Velcro strips. The tools you will need are pliers, a saw, a hammer and a furniture stapler.

A sofa for a narrow balcony is carried out in several stages:

  • Wood parts are treated with an antiseptic and varnished.
  • The frame is being completed. The beams are sawn according to a pre-made drawing.
  • All joints are glued and reinforced with corners.
  • When making the base of the backrest, do not forget about the tilt.
  • Foam rubber or padding polyester is glued to layers of plywood and covered with upholstery fabric.
  • Plywood is mounted to frame elements backrests

Since the space on the balcony is practically not protected from sunlight, it is worth choosing durable fabrics. An excellent solution is a leather substitute or simply painted wood. On a closed loggia, jacquard upholstery is suitable for upholstery.

Sofas made from pallets

You should choose pallets as the main material for creating furniture. These elements are finished products, which are assembled in the form of shields.

When choosing pallets, you should pay attention to certain factors:

  • Boards without cracks are selected.
  • The dimensions must fit the planned space.
  • Pallets must be durable.
  • The material is chosen in light shades.
  • Corners, fasteners, handles and legs are used as additional materials.

Before work, the surface is thoroughly cleaned and sanded. Three pallets are enough for the design.

Sofa made of pallets - an original and convenient solution

A simple sofa is made as follows:

  1. The base is made from two pallets. One element is placed on top of another and secured with screws.
  2. TO back wall The third element is mounted on the base.
  3. The structure is treated with a special primer solution.
  4. Coating with suitable varnish is carried out.
  5. Legs are mounted at the bottom of the structure.
  6. Upon completion of the work, pillows and a mattress are placed on the base. It is recommended to make a sofa with armrests or a corner structure from 4-4 pallets.

Advice! If the pallet structure has a woody tint, then soft elements made from burlap or wicker fabric are used. When decorating a soft set in black or white, the pallets are also painted in contrasting colors.

Small sofas for the loggia are functional. If necessary, they can be moved to any convenient place.

The balcony is now a spacious place to relax with soft seats, chairs, maybe even a bar counter. But you can create such comfort with your own hands: sew curtains, make lamps and new small sofas.

The good thing about a homemade seat is that it fits perfectly into any area. It is not always possible to choose the perfect sofa for the small size of the balcony. Moreover, an option that is too large will interfere with the loggia or balcony.


First of all, decide on the design of the room; you can draw a plan, having previously included a sofa in it.

In addition, if designed correctly, a sofa can become an additional storage option, which is important on the balcony. Therefore, consider a retractable or lifting mechanism.


The design must be simple, durable and resistant to temperature changes and wear. Be sure to think about the components. You can show your imagination and make interesting details. For example, a minibar in one of the armrests or a comfortable pull-out bed covering the entire area of ​​the balcony.

Below you can store jars, seasonal shoes and clothes, and clean linens.

If you doubt your abilities, you can purchase a custom-made sofa. But it won't be cheap. Therefore, demonstrating your abilities is the best option for saving.



Some people use a loggia or balcony as an additional room: an office, a bedroom or a nursery. In this case, a sofa definitely won’t hurt; in extreme cases, it can become a sleeping place.

How to make

Even novice carpenters will be able to do this task. It is not necessary to immediately take on a complex design; simple sofas look beautiful in Scandinavian style and Provence, the main thing is to choose the appropriate decor.

Take your time, carefully calculate the dimensions and quantities of materials, performing all the steps step by step:

1. Consultation with specialists; some furniture companies can provide advice and even draw a drawing.

2. Thinking through the production, starting from the drawing and ending with the finishing touches.

3. Draw a sketch and adjust the dimensions.

4. Prepare tools.

5. Purchase materials.

5. Start assembly.

The simplest option is a rectangle with special niches for linen and cans, when the upper part of the sofa simply rises.

Materials

When preparing materials, pay attention to quality. They must be treated with special compounds that protect against fungus, temperature, and moisture. Moreover, a beautiful varnish will add an interesting accent to ordinary wooden furniture.

You will need:

  • plywood for back
  • corners for frame
  • foam for softness
  • glue for foam rubber (only special one will do)
  • tapestry fabric for upholstery


Tools

The easiest tools to prepare are:

  • screwdriver
  • furniture stapler
  • screws, washers, bolts
  • nails for upholstery and decorative elements
  • hammer
  • drill
  • pliers
  • jigsaw

Assembly

Cut out the bars of the required size and assemble the frame. They need to be connected using metal corners, glue and connecting bolts.

Plywood becomes the back of the future sofa.



Be sure to screw it carefully onto the screws, the nails will not withstand time and weight.

We fix the foam rubber by carefully gluing it to the plywood. Try to achieve a round shape. Use two layers - the bottom one is hard and the top one is slightly softer.

The stapler fixes roundness and layers together.


The fabric is cut, stretched over the frame and secured using a stapler and furniture nails.

We sew pillows from the same fabric or matching material, decorating them with ribbons and buttons. Try to be consistent with the design and layout.

Look at the different sofa ideas in the photos and get something for your unique balcony sofa design.


Pillows create an interesting oriental flavor, especially if there are really a lot of them.


A painting and flowers above the sofa are beautiful, but not always comfortable for sitting.







Drawers are optional; you can make a sofa in the form of a large pillow.

On the open balcony in our climatic conditions a sofa is not a very practical thing. For the winter you will have to bring the sofa inside.

A sofa and pillows made from the same material look boring; you’ll have to add some accents.

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Many balconies and loggias have a small area. To make a limited space beautiful, convenient and comfortable, you should think about every detail of the interior. The sofa for the balcony plays an important role. Of course, it should be compact, ergonomic, functional and not clutter up the room. At the same time, you can make a sofa for the balcony simply and quickly with your own hands.

For the balcony you can choose a huge variety of types and models of sofas. This could be a chair-bed, a mini-sofa, or a corner. The choice of furniture depends on the space of the room and how much the owner of the apartment wants to make it useful from the glazing.

How to make a sofa for a balcony with your own hands

You can make a small sofa for the balcony with your own hands. And it doesn’t have to look like a masterpiece. You can create it from available materials. These could be boxes, old unnecessary boards and boxes. After decorating with fabrics or bedspreads, you can get a quite beautiful small sofa. But if possible, you can create functional furniture.

Materials and tools for making a sofa with your own hands:

  • Wooden beams for the frame;
  • Plywood for the back;
  • Hammer, knife, pliers, glue, furniture stapler;
  • Fastening materials: nails and screws;
  • Foam rubber or synthetic winterizer;
  • Upholstery or removable covers.


To protect the sofa from rotting and insects, all surfaces should be treated with an antiseptic and primer.

Using paint, stain or varnish, you can improve appearance. The foam rubber should be glued to the base or secured with a stapler.

Next, in accordance with the dimensions, draw out the necessary parts, cut them out and assemble them together like a construction set. Making a sofa for the balcony with your own hands is quite simple and quick. After just 3 hours of work, you will be able to drink coffee and enjoy a comfortable and beautiful sofa.

How to make a sofa for a balcony (video)

Narrow sofas for the balcony

Small-sized sofas are created by designers to free up as much useful space on the balcony or loggia as possible. Narrow sofas are ideal for small spaces. On the balcony, furniture is mainly placed for relaxation. If it is small in area, then it is unlikely to be possible to make a sleeping place. And for morning coffee drinking, a narrow sofa bed on the balcony is an excellent solution. In addition, you can make the furniture functional. That is, create a cavity inside in which preservation, tools and other utensils will be stored.

Such sofas will allow you to create a cozy place to relax on your balcony or loggia. By placing the sofa on the balcony, you can enjoy spring and summer reading books in the fresh air.

It’s even easier to make a narrow sofa with your own hands than a structure of more impressive size. This will require a minimum of time and materials.

Corner on the balcony

It is not necessary to put an ordinary sofa on the balcony; you can easily fit a small corner. It’s better, of course, to choose it in a furniture store, but if you want, you can create it yourself.

By equipping the balcony with a soft corner with cozy pillows, placing books and flowers on the shelves, you will get a kind of oasis, a cozy space and a comfortable corner on the balcony, where you will always have a pleasant time. Especially corner models on the balcony are suitable for non-standard room sizes. For small balconies you can use narrow sofa corners.


Furnishing features:

  • When buying a sofa for a loggia or balcony, first of all, you need to take into account the functional purpose of the furniture and the architectural features of the design;
  • The sofa can serve not only as furniture, but also as an additional wardrobe if the balcony is also used as a pantry/storage room;
  • If the balcony is an extension of the kitchen, then cabinet furniture is quite suitable;
  • If there is panoramic glazing on the balcony, a classic-style sofa will look very nice.

Using appropriate decorative elements, laminate and wood upholstery, you can create an excellent loggia design where a special atmosphere will reign.

What furniture is suitable for balconies

Balconies can be open, cold closed, as well as glazed and insulated. Accordingly, a folding sofa must be selected taking into account all the specifics of the room.

Choosing a sofa for an open balcony is quite a difficult task. Here it should be taken into account that precipitation, dust, and wind will fall on the balcony, so the sofa should be made of moisture-resistant materials that are not afraid of an aggressive environment. In this case, the ideal option is a wicker or metal sofa.

The metal product must be coated with durable powder paint to avoid corrosion processes.

Forged sofas on the balcony look very nice. IN summer time they can be decorated with pillows or a blanket. The result is a practical sofa, stylish and original design.

A plastic or plastic one will feel good on an open balcony wooden sofa. But such products are made only to order. An alternative to a sofa, if space on the balcony or loggia allows, of course, is a hammock or chaise lounge. Wooden folding furniture is convenient for an open balcony because it can be assembled and stored in the pantry at any time.

For an enclosed cold space, you can also give preference to wicker or metal furniture. But, given that the space will be separated from outside world, you can put a wooden sofa made by yourself. To prevent a person from freezing while in this room, pillows or sofas with warm and soft filling should be used.

An excellent option for small balconies is a seat attached to the wall that will rise and fall. Thus, you can increase the usable space and use such a sofa only when necessary. You can also make a table on the balcony with your own hands.


Advice: to make the space more comfortable, you should give preference to sofas with smooth corners, which you can make with your own hands, and to save space, make maximum use of the plane of the walls.

The main rule is to decide on the shape and size so that the sofa does not seem too small and is not bulky. To ensure that the result does not disappoint in the future, you need to take accurate measurements and carefully plan the design.

If the area of ​​the balcony or loggia allows, then it can be used as a sleeping place. And even in winter time by installing a heater. By ordering easy-to-use sofas for the balcony, thanks to their small dimensions and the presence of a folding mechanism, you can create a spacious, maximally large sleeping area. Many people now turn the balcony into an extension of the room. Then a large sofa or corner will be quite suitable.

Soft sofa bed

Great for those who like to relax outdoors from time to time. It will also be useful if guests in the house are a fairly common occurrence. It is better to give preference to models that fold forward. When ordering a sofa, be sure to check the width of the seat.

Corner sofa on the balcony

Today, many furniture manufacturers offer a wide variety of corner models to choose from, designed specifically for balconies or loggias. They are distinctive in shape and design style.

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For small balconies, a small trestle bed is perfect, which can be used as an additional wardrobe.

Chair-bed

An alternative to a sofa for a balcony or loggia can be considered a chair-bed. Compactness combined with functionality makes this furniture quite common. Many people prefer to install such a chair on the balcony, because you can not only lie down, but also sit. Such models are especially relevant for narrow balconies.

How to make a chair-bed (video)

Of course, the choice of sofa model for the balcony depends only on the wishes of the owner. Sofas will help not only save as much useful space as possible, but also hide things and materials that are unnecessary in everyday use. Moreover, making a sofa for a balcony with your own hands is very simple, you just need to show maximum imagination.

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