In the children's room, everything should be equipped with comfort. However, many rooms are small, so it is difficult to place suitable furniture in them. An excellent choice would be a bunk bed, which will perfectly organize a cozy atmosphere. Furniture is suitable for toddlers and teens. Its features, types and choices will be discussed in the article.
Benefits
It is necessary to equip a children's room conveniently, beautifully, safely and practically. These tasks are solved using a children's bunk bed. It is distinguished by its compact size, design, configuration. Suitable furniture can create an original interior. The advantages of such a bed include:
- Space saving. Even if the room is large, this will free up some area.
- Unusual interior solution. Compared with a single-story bed, this furniture allows you to design a room creatively.
- Functionality. A two-tier product is optionally used as 2 berths. A bed on the 2nd tier will save a place at the bottom for the workplace, storage, game area.
- Health benefits. The place under the sleeping part is suitable for arranging a sports ground. From sports equipment there you can install a horizontal bar, rope, a small Swedish wall, hooks, shelves for equipment.
According to parents, these beds are comfortable and functional. Children are very comfortable on them, the main thing is to use the design for its intended purpose and according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
The choice
Many parents wonder if such furniture is dangerous. In fact, do not be afraid about this. If you follow the rules for choosing a bunk bed, then this design will be absolutely safe. Keep in mind that the top floor of such furniture is suitable for children from 6 years old. For kids, you need a lower tier with additional sides.
Considering customer reviews, it is necessary to choose a stable, strong bunk bed for children. The design must support the weight of the child, the mattress, as well as the load during active play. Attention should be paid to the placement of the stairs - it should not be in a vertical plane. Steps should be chosen wide, non-slip. Handrails will make furniture more reliable.
Another important nuance of choosing a bunk bed is a fence. She must have borders from 20 cm, which ensure the safety of children during sleep. Pay attention to the height and length of the product. There should be enough space between the tiers so that the child on the 1st floor can sit comfortably without touching the top of the second tier. The length is preferable to choose with a margin.
Parent reviews confirm that it is important to pay attention to all the details of the product. It should not have sharp corners, protruding decor, metal fittings. When choosing a bed with 2 tiers, you need to consider the gender of the children. Boys are considered less moody - they are more important to the possibility of free movement when playing than additional decor or color. Bunk beds for girls usually have smooth lines, decorative details, delicate colors, cabinets for toys.
Kinds
Bunk beds for children come in the following varieties:
- Standard. A classic type of furniture with separate beds. The design may include steps or stairs. According to reviews, a compact and safe bed is suitable for same-sex and same-sex children.
- With additional details. It can be a two-story bed with a table, wardrobe, pencil cases, drawers for linen. Additional elements include the Swedish wall. They can be under the bottoms of tiers or on the side. A functional choice would be a bunk bed with a sofa downstairs. In some versions there are dressing rooms, shelves for clothes, books, toys.
Transformers
Double beds for teenagers and children can be modified with some details. As the reviews of parents show, this is a very convenient option. The most popular transformers include:
- Roll-out. Levels can be 2 or 3, one tier is pulled out from under another using a special mechanism on wheels. Folded furniture will not take up much space. There may be built-in wardrobes and shelves, stairs, linen drawers. A two-story bed-table is convenient, allowing you to create a cozy space in the child’s room.
- Sliding. This is a great replacement for a standard bed. Its feature is the ability to increase a berth from 100-120 cm to 180. A mattress with soft elements is applied to the structure, allowing it to be made to the desired length.
- Folding. Such designs save space. Sleeping places are not only located one above the other, but can also be folded into a compact vertical panel. Moving parts and folding sections are positioned so that there is no risk of injury.
- Folding. The double bed includes a folding function and a work area. The sleeping place is built into the space allotted for him near the wall, and a desk will be installed instead. There are options where the bottom of the bed is a wardrobe throughout the day.
- Modular. Presented in the form of a kit, which includes modules - individual elements. Space is optimized by moving these parts. A set can consist of 1 or more beds, an attic bed, a working part, a sitting area, a table, cabinets, cabinets, shelves and racks. Furniture is suitable for preschoolers and children of senior school age.
- Collapsible. These beds are classified as standard. They are convenient in that they save space, and if necessary, they can be disassembled into 2 separate parts.
You can get a bunk bed from the sofa, if you purchase a suitable model. The bed can be transformed into a table. Transformers - a convenient and practical option for small apartments.
Other varieties
Bunk beds can have a cot or cot for babies. The design is ideal for rooms where children live with a big difference in years. But when choosing, it is necessary to take into account the nuances: the age of the eldest child, his activity, day regimen.
There is an attic bed, designed for 1 child, the bed is upstairs. It can be combined and include a work area, a game complex, a sports corner. It could be a bunk bed with a sofa downstairs. Given the reviews, we can say that such models are suitable for creating unusual designs.
Taking into account age
Bunk beds can be designed for infants. They have a high degree of security, in addition, they are compact and low. In such designs there are high sides that protect against falling, as well as shelves and cabinets, a changing table. Tiers are on top of each other. These beds are suitable for infants and children from 6 years.
There are kits for children and parents, which will save space in one-room apartments. The product combines several berths, cabinets, work area. A bunk bed from a sofa will save a noticeable area of the room.
Beds can accommodate children of different ages. The lower tier can be used for a child 2 or 3 years old, and the upper one - from 6. Before installation, you need to think about how the berths will be located. According to parents, bunk beds for girls and boys can vary in design and color.
Models
To date, there are many models of bunk beds in stores. According to consumer reviews, you can identify the most popular models:
- "Legend". Sleeping places are located in parallel. Each size is 180x80 cm, and the height of the structure is 130 cm. There are 2 round circular light windows on the lower tier. The stable staircase consists of four steps. The design has no sharp corners, it is equipped with a shockproof soft edging on the sides, so you can not worry about safety.
- "Tale 10" is an excellent option for a children's room. The design includes 2 tiers. At the bottom of the shelf with 2 sections. Drawers under the lower bed. On the side is a 4-step staircase with 4 shelves and doors. There is a soft edging on the sides. The sides can be interchanged, and the bed itself can be assembled both to the left and to the right.
- "Leo". A wonderful model of an attic bed, the sleeping places of which have a size of 190x80 cm. The lower tier consists of a comfortable sofa, which can be used as a guest area or a place to relax. Under the furniture there are roomy drawers for linen. The design includes a cabinet with shelves and a hanger-bar, a pencil case for clothes. The color of the facade and the housing can be combined.
- "Sonya." High-quality design made of solid pine. The berths have a size of 190x80 cm. The model is modular type, so the design can be disassembled into 2 parts. Thanks to high partitions, sides, streamlined shape, stable stairs, the risk of injury is eliminated.
- "Nemo." Two-story furniture created from chipboard and MDF. Like the previous bed, tiers can be used as a regular bed. Drawer boxes, a metal staircase with wooden steps can be placed on the right or left when assembling. The main set does not include the limiter and lower curtains, they must be purchased separately. Each berth has dimensions of 190x80 cm, and the side height is 36 cm.
- "Caprice". The tiers are perpendicular. The line of stairs (5 steps) is rounded at the top. Two berths (190x80 cm) are equipped with safety sides 30 cm high. Under the berth of the first tier there are three drawers, above it are shelves for books. Very ergonomic and original bunk bed model. There is enough space for dolls and other toys, clothes, stationery trifles and books, linen.
According to reviews, these models are ideal for a child’s room. Kids with such furniture will be very comfortable.
Design
Furniture for children is primarily distinguished by design. Using a two-story design, you can originally and effectively organize the space of a bedroom. It is necessary to take into account the preferences of the child. Boys like beds in the form of a car, a bus, a castle, a ship. You can always issue a themed room, if possible.
For girls, it is preferable to have a house, a princess room in bright colors, beds with curtains resembling canopies. If the room is for a brother and sister, then a neutral design in the form of a rainforest, a favorite cartoon or a fairy tale will do. Older children like loft, country, brightness and functionality.
Materials
The material of which the structure is made is of importance. The use of toxic resins in the production process adversely affects the health of the child: both allergies and chronic asthma may appear. Poor quality raw materials reduce the life of the bed. Judging by the reviews, the most popular material is wood. For the manufacture of furniture is used:
- Pine. Most designs are created from it. Oak and beech are less common. The material meets the quality standards and is considered environmentally friendly, durable. The beds are ergonomic, simple in design, suitable for boys and girls. The case can be coated with colored enamel or varnish.
- Chipboard. The material is in demand in furniture production. It is presented in the form of laminated wood chips. LDSP strong and durable. The material can be exploited for a long time, in addition, it does not need special care. Thanks to the color coating, the furniture is practically no different from those models that are made of painted oak or pine.
- Plywood. Do-it-yourself sheet material is used to make bunk beds at home. It is easy to cut the plywood into the necessary elements, and the resulting product looks no worse than the store one.
- Oak. This is expensive stuff. The service life of such a bed is tens of years. Oak furniture is reliable, sturdy, and resistant to damage. The beds are usually in the shade of Wenge.
- Iron, metal. The metal frame is reliable, durable. Iron beds are made from hollow pipes, so with the same characteristics they have less weight. The resulting products are powder coated to protect the iron from rust. Forged designs are in demand.
The standard sizes of beds are 160x80 or 160x70 cm, sliding views can be no more than 190 cm in length and 140 cm in width. According to reviews, now furniture can be ordered according to individual parameters.
Colors
The furniture market has a rich assortment of colors. The design can be light green, raspberry, pink, blue, blue, combined. Universal are neutral colors:
- varnished wood;
- white;
- chocolate.
According to reviews, often consumers choose lacquered wood. This option can be called not only original, but also universal, it is suitable for many interiors.
Manufacturers
Which manufacturer to choose depends on financial capabilities. You can choose domestic products, make a bunk bed with your own hands, or purchase the design of an Italian company.
There are a lot of companies that produce children's furniture. But among them there are famous ones who have already become in demand among buyers:
- "Fairy".
- IKEA.
- "Ulyana."
- Chunga Changa.
- "Alice".
- Velar.
- "Gandylyan Betty".
According to many parents, you should first look at the options of these companies, and then get acquainted with other furniture.
Do it yourself
How to make a bunk bed yourself? This will require: a drawing or design project, materials, tools, hardware, as well as skills and patience. The diagram always indicates the height, length, width of the frame, the length of the berth, the number of parts, fasteners.
After selecting the material, you can assemble. If there are no skills in the carpentry, then you can order the manufacture of individual parts from the master, and do it yourself with your own hands.
Cost
What is the price of a bunk bed? The cost of the construction is different. The classic version of solid wood or chipboard costs less than the original design of metal or oak.
Prices start from 4-5 thousand rubles. For the money you can buy the simplest options. The upper bar is not limited. The cost of construction depends on the company, size, material, configuration.
What do parents think about this
There is a different opinion about these designs. Some believe that such furniture is dangerous and risky for health. Other parents, on the contrary, believe that such beds can be chosen to save space. It is only necessary to explain to the child the safety rules when using such furniture.
Many parents were satisfied with the acquisition. To eliminate the risk of injury, manufacturers make furniture with soft trimmings, streamlined shapes and protective sides.
The opinion of pediatricians
To choose such a design or not? It all depends on individual preferences. Pediatricians believe that this bed can be dangerous in active games and during sleep. Children's physiology is such that children often have vivid and dynamic dreams, which increases their motor activity, and this can lead to a fall and injury.
To exclude this trouble, you should choose a design with high sides and not allow children under 5-6 years old to the second floor. For games on the bed you need to set separate rules.
Original options
The shape and appearance of the product are considered no less important characteristics, as well as convenience, space saving. Manufacturers take this into account, so they offer customers various ideas. Today, multifunctional transformer beds are sold in stores, allowing you to transform the space and beds that are combined with playgrounds.
Kids love vibrant colors, cartoon characters, designs with slides and ropes. For teenagers, options in an eclectic or urban style, country and loft may be suitable. And if there is no suitable model, then you can always turn to the designer for help.
Location
Proper placement of furniture in the bedroom is a guarantee of comfort in the room. This requires unusual color schemes, interior configurations, textile and decorative elements. It should be borne in mind that the bunk bed is not only a berth, but also used for study, games.
The original version is where the sleeping places are perpendicular, and not one above the other. Structures with tiers differ in size look great. For a room with a non-standard layout, transformer furniture designed according to individual sizes is suitable.
Furniture sets can be placed not only along the walls. . , . .