Hosting guests without a spare room often means relying on sleeping bags or air mattresses, but a sofa bed provides a more comfortable alternative. The Nolan sofa bed stands out as an affordable option at Argos, now available for £209.30 after a 30% discount using the code RED30 at checkout. This promotion reduces the original £299 price by £89.70.

Design and Features

The Nolan features quilted upholstery and divides into two sections that unfold into a mattress. It rests on slim, angled chrome legs for a midcentury modern look. Available in grey, ecru, or blue, it fits seamlessly into various spaces.

Equipped with a click-clac mechanism, it transforms into a bed with a single motion, eliminating the need for pumps or complex setup. Assembly is straightforward, requiring only the attachment of legs upon delivery. One customer noted: “Easy to assemble, just screw on the legs, and it’s ready.”

Versatility and Practicality

Sofa beds like the Nolan serve as permanent fixtures, doubling as extra seating in living rooms, studies, spare rooms, or playrooms. They outlast inflatable options, offering sturdier support without the risk of punctures or deflation. With Easter approaching, this makes it an ideal time to prepare for unexpected visitors.

Dimensions and Comfort

In sofa mode, it measures 180cm wide by 84cm deep, seating three people comfortably. As a bed, it expands to 111cm by 180cm, similar to a small double (120cm x 190cm). The material wipes clean easily and provides enough depth for napping.

Customer Feedback

Many praise its style and functionality. One shopper said: “The mechanism is smooth and easy to operate – no wrestling required! Once unfolded, it is surprisingly supportive. My first guest slept soundly through the night and even commented on how comfortable it was.” Another added: “I bought this for a spare room/office. And it is perfect. It is of much better quality than others; the natural colour is very modern and classy and goes with any other colour.”

A third customer shared: “I bought this to go in my office for when guests visit, and it is perfect. It’s a really lovely, quality material that feels like it is going to last. It’s a really good size as well, as both a bed and a sofa. I had my first guest stay last week, and they loved it.” One described it as a “stylish and space-saving option, perfect for small spaces.”

However, some report firmness issues. A reviewer stated: “The style and colour of this sofa bed is lovely (I ordered the blue), but the sofa is very hard. I used it as a sofa bed when guests came. I slept on it for two hours, during which time my back hurt badly, and all I could feel was the wooden frame running down the sofa. I ended up sleeping on the floor, which was more comfortable.”

Several address this with a mattress topper. One said: “We used a mattress topper to make it extra comfortable. Our guests were happy and had a good night’s sleep.” Another noted: “It’s comfortable to sit on and easily turns into a bed for guests, though the mattress isn’t super thick. I bought a mattress topper for extra comfort, and now it’s great to sleep on.”