Children's bunk beds have both their advantages and disadvantages. Let's try to figure it out - is it worth buying such furniture for you, will it suit your children, what benefits do you get?
The purchase of a two-level bed must be agreed upon with the children. Visit a furniture store showroom with them. If you are in St. Petersburg, then we invite you to the Sampsonievsky shopping center, st. Fokina, 1. Children must test the furniture themselves - climb onto the “second floor” of the bed, sit on the first tier, touch the material from which the structure is made, evaluate the color scheme, etc.
A new question arises - which bunk bed to choose? What models are there? The store's consultants and this article will help you figure it out ( don't be lazy - read to the end!).
Types of bunk beds
The downside of this option: the furniture is not very functional.
- The sleeping place is one above the other.
There is a staircase and a niche for bedding. - One berth to the left or right of the bottom.
Complete with wardrobe and shelves. - The model's sleeping places are located perpendicularly or crosswise.
This is a convenient configuration, because the free space can be supplemented with other furniture modules.
- Upstairs there is a bed for the child, and downstairs for the parents.
A two-story bed is the optimal solution for one-room apartments inhabited by families with children. - The bed has 2 tiers: the top one is a sleeping place, the bottom one is a student’s desk, shelves, a closet, a sports corner.
Every centimeter is endowed with high functionality and practicality, and the appearance remains attractive. - The upper tier of the model is a children's bed, the lower tier is a dressing room, a chest of drawers, a table (placed separately).
If there is only one child in the family, but his room is tiny, this arrangement will be the most convenient.
- Classic: 2 tiers with parallel sleeping places, vertical staircase.
The sleeping places are located one below the other.
- The model is the same as in the classic version, in this case one berth is shifted to the right or left.
The lower tier is quite suitable for a baby to sleep, and the upper one for an older child or teenager. - 2 tiers located perpendicular to each other.
It is easier for parents to save space and place other furniture modules.
- The lower tier converts into a sofa, and the child sleeps on the upper tier.
This design can be used in small one-room apartments where you need to organize sleep for both adults and children. - On the top tier there is a bed for adults, and a child sleeps below.
Such a bed will add originality and originality to the interior of the apartment.
- The lower tier of the bed extends from the upper and transforms into a new furniture module.
This bunk bed allows you to compactly place two sleeping places, significantly saving space. - The sofa transforms into several tiers, with a sleeping place on each “floor”.
This is a relatively new version of a bunk bed for teenagers, when one bed is simply placed on top of the other, forming a comfortable sofa during the daytime.
Boxes
Prices for Ormatek Sonata Junior two-tier crib: 31,110 ₽ for 80×200
Many models of bunk beds are equipped with drawers. Thus, on the two square meters that the bed occupies, there are not only two full-fledged sleeping places, but also a wardrobe. This saves money on buying a chest of drawers and space in the apartment. Drawers can be used to store bed linen, bedding or child's toys. A child can put things in and out of drawers himself and get used to maintaining order from an early age.
How to choose the right material?
When choosing a bed, you should look not only at functionality, but also at the material of the furniture. Its durability and reliability directly depend on this.
For production, laminated chipboard, chipboard, MDF, wood, plastic, metal can be used.
What are the pros and cons of each material?
- The wood is beautiful and durable, it is easy to process, applying ornaments, carving figures, etc. The material is susceptible to wood bugs, and the color range is limited.
Wood does not emit harmful substances, which is very important for children's rooms.
- The cost of a children's bed made from laminated chipboard and MDF is lower compared to wood. But you should avoid them if the owner of the room is allergic, since glue is used in the production of laminated boards and panels from the fraction.
The materials are durable and easy to clean.
- Iron is the most reliable material. It does not warp, does not dry out, and is not sensitive to mechanical damage. It does not require special care.
But the surface is unpleasant to the touch; an iron children's bed is difficult to fit into the design of the room.
- Plastic is resistant to sunlight.
This is an inexpensive option that withstands regular wet cleaning and mechanical damage.
What to look for when choosing a model?
- Strength.
It is important that the chosen furniture model has stable legs.
- Safety.
The body of the model must be equipped with high sides so that the baby does not fall and get injured.
- The distance between two “floors” and the height of the structure.
If the distance is small, then the neck of the person sitting on the lower tier will begin to hurt.
The upper tier of the model, located too close to the ceiling, makes it difficult for the child to breathe, and it will be difficult for parents to make the bed.
- The staircase should be comfortable and safe.
The best option: a ladder in the form of drawers.
It is convenient to place children's things and toys in them. The steps of this version of a bunk bed should be covered with wood or rubber. Metal or plastic slip, and the child may fall if moved carelessly. This model of furniture should not have sharp corners, protruding bolts or similar traumatic parts.
Dimensions of bunk beds
Before purchasing the bed model you like, you need to measure the space in which it will stand.
If this is an option with roll-out drawers, then you need to find out whether they will cling to the high-pile carpet.
The height of the tiers should also be such that a person sitting on the lower tier does not bend, spoiling his posture, or hit his head on the base of the second tier. The upper “floor” should not be too high, otherwise it will be uncomfortable for the sleeper to get up.
TOP 3 best manufacturers
Russian manufacturers offer a decent selection of bunk beds with different functionality.
Ascona
One of the largest manufacturers. It has its own laboratory in which new models are tested.
Ormatek
One of the oldest companies, supplies its products to 13 countries of the world, produces beds that meet European quality standards.
DreamLine
Specializes in the production of solid wood beds. These are stylish, reliable, durable, environmentally friendly models.
In what interior style are bunk beds appropriate?
- Furniture with elements of artistic forging will be a beautiful addition to the romantic style or Provence.
A room for real princesses with a carved bunk bed.
- Metal structures fit perfectly into the loft style.
It is better to decorate the room in a modern style, using neutral, laconic accessories.
- Wooden furniture is an integral element of country, classic and eco-style.
This style involves the use of natural materials in natural shades.
- Thanks to the rich color range, chipboard furniture can be easily matched to any interior style.
Stylish and modern room for boys with bunk beds.
Features of bunk beds and use in the interior
The main characteristic feature of the design is its compactness, which is convenient for small rooms and small apartments.
This is a good solution for students and young families who often have to sleep in cramped rooms with limited space.
Furniture modules are functional; you can choose models with two beds, or you can choose modular complexes with a work area and a closet for things.
It all depends on what goal the owner of the room is pursuing.
Additional storage space is a convenient solution. After all, you can place textbooks, clothes, toys and other things here. You can provide a convenient module to accommodate unexpectedly arriving guests. It can be placed in the living room.
The transforming bed will be used as a sofa during the day, and in the evening it can be converted into a sleeping place.
Colors
The choice of bed colors depends not so much on the taste and gender of the children, but on their age. The bed is selected for a minimum of 7 years. A 10-year-old child will choose a model with an interesting print with cars or princesses. In three years, a 13-year-old teenager will already be embarrassed by his frankly childish bed and ask to buy another one.
Therefore, choose children's cheerful colors for boys and girls aged 4-7 years, and for older ones, buy models in calm neutral colors that will be able to sleep on even after 8 years.
Design solutions for multi-level beds with storage systems
It is worth remembering that such furniture is not only a place to relax, but also a convenient storage system. It often includes shelves, niches, and drawers for things.
With the help of a successful configuration and design, it will be possible to disguise the bed using a roller device.
At the same time, such systems, like the Murphy folding mechanism, do not overload the space. Often stairs are used as new storage areas.
Furniture designers work hard to ensure that, with the help of such a design, it is possible to divide the room into functional zones.
Additional comfortable modules for bunk beds are being developed. However, furniture should not only be functional, but also bring joy to children.
Therefore, designers are working not only on storage systems, but also on play modules in the form of stairs, channels and slides for children to ride.
general information
If we consider a bunk bed for one child, then usually the first tier consists of a wardrobe and a desk . A cabinet can also be installed there, which can be used as a container for clothes or toys. In bunk beds for two children, both the first and second tier serve as a sleeping place.
Such models are made of plastic, wood, metal, or use different materials during assembly. When purchasing such furniture, you should make sure that there is a quality certificate. This is important because some manufacturers use toxic materials in the manufacture of models that can cause allergic reactions in children and other health problems.
Bunk beds are divided into the following types:
- Bunk beds-sofas.
- With gymnastic complexes.
- Classic beds.
- Loft bed with table.
- Pull-out sofa beds.
- With play complexes.
