Couchery Room Ideas / The short answer
A sofa bed that needs no space behind it.
Yes, a sofa bed can sit flat against the wall: choose one whose seats extend forward instead of a back that drops or a frame that rolls back. Couchery's Signature electric sofa beds, LumaNest, LuxeNap, MallowNest, CloudNest and DriftNest, all extend forward: the seats glide out at the touch of a button. LumaNest, LuxeNap, MallowNest and CloudNest need no space behind them; DriftNest's backrests also recline flat, so confirm the wall clearance for your size with us. What you plan for is the room in front: for example, LumaNest goes from 101 cm (39.8 in) deep closed to 150 cm (59.1 in) fully extended, and LuxeNap from 100 cm (39.4 in) to 155 cm (61 in).
Quick facts How to measure
Quick facts
What makes it a wall-hugger sofa bed.
- No space needed behind it. The seats extend forward, not back, so LumaNest, LuxeNap, MallowNest and CloudNest can sit against the wall. DriftNest's backrests recline flat, so confirm the wall clearance for your size with us.
- Electric, one touch. Each seat extends on its own at the touch of a button. Extend one seat to put your feet up, or all of them for a bed.
- The seat is the bed. There is no thin fold-out mattress hidden inside; you sleep on the same cushions you sit on.
- Plan the space in front. Fully extended, the depth grows by roughly 49–55 cm (19–22 in), depending on the model.
- Made to order in your size. Widths from 196 cm (77.2 in) up to 360 cm (141.7 in), in a choice of fabrics including Performance Diamond (waterproof, spill-proof and scratch-proof).
- From US$2,990. Pay in full, or pay a 50% deposit and the balance after you approve photos of your finished sofa, before it ships. Afterpay where available.
Compare the five
Closed depth, extended depth, width.
All figures are from each product's live page. The extended depth is the number that decides whether it fits your room.
| Sofa bed | Width range | Depth closed | Depth extended | Height | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LumaNest | 200–360 cm (78.7–141.7 in) | 101 cm (39.8 in) | 150 cm (59.1 in) | 90 cm (35.4 in) | Three-seat Table Lounge layouts add a flip-down centre table with cup holders and USB / USB-C charging. |
| LuxeNap | 200–360 cm (78.7–141.7 in) | 100 cm (39.4 in) | 155 cm (61 in) | 98 cm (38.6 in) | Touch button or remote; each seat extends independently. |
| MallowNest | 196–334 cm (77.2–131.5 in) | 107 cm (42.1 in) | 160 cm (63 in) | 70 cm (27.6 in) | The lowest back of the five; soft bouclé look. |
| CloudNest | 200–340 cm (78.7–133.9 in) | 107 cm (42.1 in) | 160 cm (63 in) | 80–90 cm (31.5–35.4 in) | Remote and side buttons included. |
| DriftNest | 200–340 cm (78.7–133.9 in) | Seat depth 65 cm (25.6 in) closed to 148 cm (58.3 in) extended; ask us for the overall depth of your size | Ask us for your size | 2 electric seats up to 260 cm (102.4 in) wide, 3 from 280 cm (110.2 in). Backrests lower fully flat; confirm the clearance for that with us. | |
Seat height is 42 cm (16.5 in) on LumaNest, LuxeNap and MallowNest, and 41 cm (16.1 in) on CloudNest. Every piece is made to order, so confirm the exact closed and extended measurements for your chosen size before ordering.
Why it matters
The question buyers actually ask.
It comes up in almost those words on owner forums: "How far off the wall does the couch need to be when in the upright position." (etrailer.com Q&A). In a small living room, a gap behind the sofa is floor space you can't use, and pulling a sofa away from the wall every time a guest stays gets old fast.
With a forward-extending sofa bed, the answer is zero. It stays against the wall as a sofa and as a bed. The only space it asks for is in front, where a coffee table usually sits anyway.
How to measure your space
Four measurements, five minutes.
- Wall length. Measure the wall the sofa will stand against. Pick a width that leaves room for any door swing, radiator or side table.
- Room in front. Measure from that wall to the nearest fixed object (opposite wall, fireplace, kitchen island). This must be more than the extended depth of your model, for example 150 cm (59.1 in) for LumaNest or 160 cm (63 in) for MallowNest and CloudNest, plus the walkway you want to keep.
- Coffee table plan. When the seats are extended they take the place where a coffee table usually stands. Choose a table you can slide aside on bed nights.
- Power and delivery. These are electric sofa beds, so plan a socket nearby. Then check doors, halls and stairs on the delivery route with our room and delivery measuring guide.
FAQ
Wall-hugger sofa beds: questions.
Is there a sofa bed that doesn't need space behind it?
Yes. A sofa bed whose seats extend forward needs no space behind it. Couchery's LumaNest, LuxeNap, MallowNest and CloudNest electric sofa beds extend forward, so they can sit right up against the wall. DriftNest's seats also extend forward, but its backrests recline flat, so confirm the wall clearance for your size with us.
How much space do I need in front of a wall-hugger sofa bed?
Plan for the fully extended depth plus a walkway. LumaNest is 101 cm (39.8 in) deep closed and 150 cm (59.1 in) extended; LuxeNap 100 cm (39.4 in) and 155 cm (61 in); MallowNest and CloudNest 107 cm (42.1 in) and 160 cm (63 in).
How does an electric extendable sofa bed open?
Each seat glides forward at the touch of a button (LuxeNap and DriftNest also have a remote). You can extend one seat to lounge or all of them to make a bed.
Is a wall-hugger sofa bed comfortable to sleep on?
On Couchery's Signature sofa beds you sleep on the same cushions you sit on, with no thin fold-out mattress or metal bar underneath. Firmness options are available on some models, so say how often it will be slept on when you order.
What size does a wall-hugger sofa bed come in?
Every Signature piece is made to order. Widths run from 196 cm (77.2 in) on MallowNest up to 360 cm (141.7 in) on LumaNest and LuxeNap, so you can choose the width that fits your wall.
Can I pay for it in instalments?
You can pay in full, or pay a 50% deposit and the balance after you approve photos of your finished sofa, before it ships. Afterpay is offered where available. Prices start from US$2,990.
Is there a pet-friendly fabric option?
Yes. Performance Diamond is waterproof, spill-proof and scratch-proof with the soft feel of fabric, and it is available on all Signature sofa beds.
Sources & editorial notes
All dimensions, prices and payment terms were checked on Couchery's live product pages on 15 November 2026. Because every Signature piece is made to order, please confirm the measurements for your exact size before ordering. The buyer question is quoted from a public Q&A page and linked to the original.
