Loft bed from Ikea - a great space-saving option

A convenient and practical solution for a small apartment - a loft bed.
We present to your attention an interesting, modern solution. The design of the bed consists of two tiers: the upper one contains a sleeping place, and the lower one remains free. Below you can place a work area, a personal space for relaxation, or install a second bed.

Placing furniture consisting of a loft bed, a wardrobe and a desk in a children's room for a girl

Furniture stores offer different models of beds of this type, and in this article we will talk in more detail about loft beds using the example of Ikea.

Original green loft bed in the interior of the room

Model TUFFING

Metal loft bed Tuffing from Ikea with a ladder in the middle

This Ikea loft bed is made of steel. The dimensions are standard and will suit any room. A special feature of the model is that the stairs are placed in the middle, which makes it easier to go up and down. The sides are made of steel frame and 100% polyester.

Tuffing bed with built-in workplace below in the interior of the room

The lineup

At IKEA, bunk beds are presented in several positions:

Vitval. Metal bed 162 centimeters high. Consists of steel tubes painted white. The connection is made using bolts, so disassembling it is quite simple.

It weighs only 22 kilograms, making it easy to transport. The sides are made using polyester material, which can be easily removed and washed. Plus, it's a bunk bed with a sofa.

Midal. A children's bunk bed made of solid wood is a beautiful way to decorate a child's room. Made from pine, so the material is environmentally friendly and comfortable. The upper tier is made with impressive sides, so even the youngest can sleep there. The weight is 32 kilograms, so it will be difficult to transport and this is the only drawback of the model.

Swerta. Metal bunk bed for children from Ikea, which is well suited for high-tech. Made entirely of steel with polyester and epoxy coating. The sides are not made of fabric, but created with thin rods.

Kyura. Transformable bunk bed for one child. Formally, there is only one sleeping place, but the crib can be turned over at any time.

Made from pine timber. You can put a house on top.

Stuva. Bunk bed with table using “Attic” technology. It is also designed for one child, and there is a workplace below. There is also its modification “Stuva/Fridis”. It is equipped with drawers.

SWERTA model

Swart bed with ladder, suitable for sleeping not only for children, but also for adults

Another metal loft bed. Here you can climb from the right or left edge, depending on where you want to secure the ladder. You can choose the color of the product - there is a white option. The sides are high bars; they will prevent the sleeping person from falling out of the bed. The height of the mattress should not exceed 10 cm. The model is higher than the previous one, so it is more suitable for teenagers and adults.

White Svart bed with a sofa for relaxing below and a bed for sleeping above in the interior of a children's room

Interior placement ideas

A variety of design solutions makes it possible to fit the design into almost any interior. Sleeping on a loft bed is always much more interesting than sleeping on a regular model. Beds of this type provide the opportunity to use space twice. In the case where the bed on the first tier is used only as a guest bed, adding just a few decorative pillows will turn the crib into a comfortable sofa. At the same time, there is a lot of space under the attic bed and can be used for any purpose.

Model STURO

Frame of a large wooden loft bed from Sturo, suitable for two adults

The Sturo loft bed is made of durable and environmentally friendly material – pine wood. The ladder can be installed both on the right and on the left. This model is an order of magnitude higher than others, so the ceiling height must be at least 270 cm. The permitted mattress height is 19 cm, but no more. When cleaning, it is worth remembering that wood is susceptible to swelling, so first wipe the bed with a damp cloth, and then remove the remaining moisture with a dry cloth.

Bedroom in a loft style using a Sturo double loft bed and an equipped seating area

Dimensions

IKEA offers bunk beds that are suitable in size for both children and adults:

pros

Beautiful and functional loft bed built into a closet with a sofa underneath

In an apartment where there is very little free space, a loft bed is a real salvation - two zones are combined in one space. The lower “tier” can serve:

• workplace - a special tabletop can be bought at Ikea, or any other table can be installed;

Teenage loft bed with desk and chest of drawers located below

• a relaxation corner - a soft sofa or chair, a bookcase and a lamp will help create a cozy island of peace and tranquility under the bed;

Unusual adult loft bed with sitting area for a stylish loft bedroom

• play area - if the loft bed is in the children's room, then the niche can be provided with light and put there, for example, a toy kitchen or just a box with toys;

Loft bed with play area below and climbing wall on the side of the structure

• wardrobe - below you can place cabinets, shelves and racks for storing clothes and other things;

Unusual furniture with a sitting area and built-in bookcases and a wardrobe below and a bed by the window on the second tier

• sleeping place - the second bed can be placed on the floor under the main sleeping place.

Original loft bed with extra sleeping area below and built-in storage

These are just some options for using space; all details and other methods depend on your own desires and imagination.

Great bedroom for a teenager with a wooden loft bed, desk and bookshelves

Another advantage of the Ikea loft bed is its simplicity of design. The models will fit into any interior without difficulty, and they can always be diversified with decorative elements - painting, ribbons, garlands, stickers.

Original metal loft bed for a small room

Children (7-14 years old)

A large selection of loft beds at IKEA specifically for children. And this is not surprising, because often a children's room is designed to accommodate several children. And sometimes its dimensions do not allow placing a bed and a student’s work area there at the same time.

For children, for schoolchildren up to adolescence, you can watch them in the “Stuva” series. Models in this series include:

• frame (material – chipboard);
• desk with cabinet with drawers (2, 3 or 4 drawers);
• wardrobe and/or shelving.

The frame of this white model can be combined with cabinet and drawer fronts from other series of children's furniture - “Folya”, “Fritids”. But you can also buy it without fronts - with an open cabinet and shelving. See below for several options and prices.

Not all possible configuration options are listed above. You can buy it with a different number of shelves, drawers, with a wardrobe with doors, or just with a shelving unit. The cost will depend on this.

The staircase of this model is part of the structure: it cannot be rearranged, the only possible location is on the right.

The desk can be turned around by placing it perpendicular to the bed.

Watch the review of “Stuva” in the video:

Minuses

A bed located in a place invisible to prying eyes under the ceiling in a small apartment

A loft bed is fashionable, interesting and very comfortable, but not safe. A very important disadvantage of such a bed is the risk of falling. It is highly not recommended to purchase such a bed:

• those suffering from sleepwalking;
• sleeping restlessly and tossing and turning a lot;
• elderly people;
• children under 6 years old.

To avoid annoying incidents, you must:

• provide good lighting near the bed, which could be turned on both from below and from above;
• follow recommendations for mattress and ceiling heights;
• eliminate the possibility of getting tangled in wires, bedding and decorative elements, that is, free up staircase space.

If all safety requirements are met, then there is no need to worry - a couple of weeks and you will get used to using the loft bed.

A convenient solution for saving space - a single loft bed for a child and a double bed for parents below

Sides

Sides are always present on the upper tier; on the bottom, the side is installed at will. When assessing the height of the side, take into account the thickness of the mattress.

On IKEA models of 2 bunk beds, the height of the sides is from 20 cm, which fully complies with safety requirements. For each specific model, the IKEA catalog contains recommendations regarding the maximum height of the mattress.

How to choose a loft bed?

Beautiful and comfortable furniture for a small children's room

The Ikea store is unique in that the retail pavilions copy the layout and interior of the apartments, so a trip to Ikea will solve most problems when choosing a bed. You can climb to the “second floor”, touch and study all the details in the models, and then make your choice.

Convenient arrangement of furniture for a one-room apartment combining a small crib and a loft bed for children

If you don’t have the opportunity to actually walk around Ikea, you can go on an online journey through the store’s catalog on the Internet.

Reliable and strong Ikea metal loft bed in the interior of the room

The most important thing in any of the options is to measure the room, especially the height of the ceiling in it. In order to correctly determine the size of the bed, study the dimensions of each model.

Table "Bed parameters"

Table “Mattress parameters”

For a children's room, it is worth looking at the tuffing model. It is safer than the others: the sleeping place is low enough and you can watch the child. If necessary, you can lower the bed even lower, then making the bed will be more convenient.

Tuffing bed in the interior of a children's room for two children

Two models are optimal for teenagers and adults: Svirta and Sturo.

Svirta is an apartment option. The height between the bed and the floor is quite large - you can create a full-fledged workspace where an adult will be comfortable.

Using Swart's bed to decorate a teenage boy's room

The Sturo model is more suitable for your own home - it is wide, tall and massive. Due to the wood, this bed is heavier and therefore more stable.

Large Sturo loft bed in the living room interior

So now you know which option is right for you. All you have to do is take measurements and you can go to the store.

Happy shopping!

Forged bed. pros and cons

The company's professionals have developed interesting functional options to suit the most sophisticated taste:

• “Nesttun” is the most budget option, which is often found in modern hostels and guest houses. Fits very well into the decor of a small apartment.
• "Leirvik" is a white double metal bed with an elegant twisted headboard that will add a unique atmosphere to any setting. The following sizes are available: 140x200, 160x200 and 180x200.

• “Kopardal” - this frame is perfect for any interior - thanks to its dark gray color and laconicism, the absence of unnecessary decorations. This model is available in two sizes: 140×200 and 160×200 cm.
• “Musken” is a combined version that combines an iron base and side parts made of hardboard (fibreboard). A characteristic feature of this model are the sides, which, when adjusted, make it possible to install mattresses of various sizes.

How to choose and arrange in the interior?

Here's what the designers advise:

When considering a purchase, it is very important to choose the right size. Furniture should not occupy more than half the room, because then there will be very little free space left, and the bed will not look harmonious. If you are choosing a bed for a child, the best solution would be to choose a sliding model, since changing the sleeping place to take into account the increase in his height is quite expensive. Loft beds and bunk beds are ideal for a small room or a family with several children because they save a lot of space that can be put to good use for other purposes. Models from Ikea are distinguished by laconicism and strict colors: shades of gray, black and white

These colors are universal, fit perfectly with the others, will fit into both men's and girls' rooms, and are also suitable for any age. Frames with imitation forging and patterned headboards go well with different interior solutions. They look especially good in rooms designed in a classic style.

Peculiarities

The Swedish giant Ikea sells furniture for every taste, but all products are distinguished by high quality, environmental friendliness, affordable prices and world-famous and easily recognizable Scandinavian design. Ikea beds have many advantages, but metal models have a number of advantages:

• Strength – the metal frame is highly resistant to loosening and can withstand a load of up to 200 kg for a single model;
• Durability - metal furniture with modern coatings is practically not affected by changes in humidity and temperature, unlike wooden products;
• Safety – metal is non-flammable and environmentally friendly, does not absorb or emit harmful substances;
• Practicality - it is very easy to care for such a bed: you just need to wipe the frame from dust;
• Lightness – furniture is made mainly from hollow pipes, so it is relatively light in weight;
• Transformation - children's models provide a mechanism for increasing size as the child grows;
• Design – Ikea metal beds have a very stylish appearance: various variations of curved shapes combined with thin slats create a weightless and elegant look. If you are tired or initially not satisfied with the color of the model, you can very simply repaint the frame with modern metal paint.

A metal bed will go perfectly with furnishings made of wood, leather and a variety of textiles for which Ikea is famous.

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