A family in which a child has started going to school needs to create special conditions in which he will feel comfortable doing his homework. To do this, you will have to purchase suitable furniture; first of all, you need to make sure that the child has a desk. Typically, parents choose this item based solely on its size and cost.
However, there are other equally important characteristics that should also be taken into account: ease of fit, spaciousness, functionality, safety and the interior of the nursery. All these parameters are important mainly because they largely determine whether the child will feel comfortable doing homework or doing creative work.
Each of us knows very well what a desk is. As a rule, this piece of furniture is associated with a wide horizontal board mounted on four legs. This is exactly the rough interpretation of this popular item, which can be found in every nursery. However, in reality, children's writing furniture is an unusual element of home furnishings that can appear in a variety of forms. It can have a variety of styles, shapes and sizes, which are determined by the functional load and area of the nursery.
Varieties of modern desks for schoolchildren
The presence of properly selected furniture in a children's room allows not only to organize the space and create a normal working environment, but also to accustom the child to order and responsibility. The furniture industry provides many modern product designs tailored to specific requirements.
Universal products that adapt to the child’s growth are in demand. We must not forget that not only furniture affects the perception and perseverance of children, but also well-chosen lighting.
Writing
The classic school desk with drawers is now available in a variety of designs. In the standard design, such an element does not provide additional add-ons.
It is an ordinary table with side or top cabinets for school supplies. The location of the boxes is determined by the needs and requirements of the customer.
This type of product is suitable for placement in a room with any interior decor. You can place the structure opposite the window, in a corner if there is good lighting.Computer
Due to the need in the modern world to have a PC, there is a need for a student’s desk to provide space for a gadget.
It is desirable that the working area be sufficient for the child to study comfortably. Sometimes the incorrect placement of the monitor, keyboard and other elements complicates the normal process of writing homework and hampers children. The child gets tired faster, holds his hand incorrectly, or constantly strains his hand or elbow.
Ideally, it is necessary to separate the computer and work parts. For this purpose, there are special tables with an extended tabletop, as well as pockets for the keyboard.
With shelves and extension
A table complemented by architecture for a schoolchild becomes not only a striking element of the interior, but also a fairly useful design. It allows you to rationally place the supplies you need for studying.
You can put textbooks, books, cups with writing elements, notebooks and atlases on the shelves.
All components important for the child will be in front of his eyes, he will not need to look for literature in the cabinets for a long time.
Today there are convenient corner tables with add-ons that save space in the room. The child can put his favorite toys, collection of books or video games on the unoccupied shelves.Table transformer
A transformable desk for schoolchildren is in particular demand. The variety of designs allows you to adapt the structure to the required interior, the size of the children's room.
The products are optimal because they save space. Such elements, if necessary, are folded out and transformed into shelves and cabinets.
Some furniture products provide adaptation to the growth of the child. If necessary, the top lid rises, which creates comfortable working conditions for children as they grow.
Options for placing a table in the room
Before purchasing a desk for a first-grader or older child, you need to think about where it will be installed in the room. It is important to properly organize the light and supply the necessary school supplies so that the child has enough space for studying.
Angular
A corner table for schoolchildren is popular, as it saves space and makes efficient use of room space. This type of structure can be of a standard rectangular shape, as well as directly angular.
The product can contain drawers, as well as an add-on, which greatly simplifies the process of storing textbooks and other children's accessories. Tabletops come in flat or wavy shapes, adapted to the angular location and ease of use.
The corner desk for two children has large dimensions. It is elongated, students are seated on opposite sides of the structure. The furniture product is relevant because it does not take up much space, but at the same time provides excellent efficiency. Typically, such tables contain two blocks with drawers.Along the window
The optimal location for this type of furniture is to install it near a window. This provides enough light for the baby and is often a universal design solution for saving space.
The design can be of standard dimensions or extended. Most often, a desk for two children is placed near the window, which allows you to properly organize the work area, while creating the optimal amount of space for the children.To prevent children from being distracted while studying, designers install dividing partitions that serve as shelves. If there is a computer at the work site, it is advisable to place it not opposite the window, but closer to the wall.
Along the wall
Most often, a children's desk is placed against the wall. A variety of designs allows you to choose a product for one or several children.
The facilities are adapted for educational purposes, as well as the use of a PC. Modern tables provide the necessary slots for placing components and cords.
Installing the product against a wall requires additional lighting. We must not forget about dividing the work space.
Advantages and design features
Minuses
Firstly, such products are rarely mobile; you can’t just move them. Of course, there are sliding and folding models. But this solution is non-standard; such furniture will have to be ordered.
Secondly, a bar counter for a kitchen, the size of which can accommodate a company of five people, is a rarity. At least when it comes to small rooms. Typically, a comfortable seating arrangement involves three to four people maximum. Obviously not an option for those who like big noisy parties.
Finally, thirdly, sitting on a high stool is not comfortable for everyone. This applies to older people and young children under 12 years of age. We'll have to find an alternative option.
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Basic selection options
Furniture in a children's room must meet many requirements. Parents take into account the configuration, dimensions, material and design of the product.
But it is also important to understand that the item will be subject to heavy wear and tear, since children will spend a lot of time drawing, modeling, doing homework, playing on the computer, and possibly eating. It is important that the product can withstand use by children.
Material and condition
A desk for a children's room is selected in accordance with a number of parameters. The material of furniture production is the most important factor, as it determines the characteristics of service.
The most popular types of materials used in creating children's furniture are:
- Solid wood. The most expensive, but at the same time high-quality, environmentally friendly wood becomes solid wood - beech, pine.
- MDF. The most popular type, less susceptible to liquid and mechanical phenomena.
- Chipboard. An optimal material that is widely used for constructing children's furniture.
- Chipboard. It is not always a safe and practical raw material for children's furniture; you need to check the certificates when purchasing chipboards.
Glass is rarely used for such purposes. Plastic and metal act as additional elements for fasteners and supports.
Dimensions
Basically, a table for a schoolchild is selected for more than one year. It makes no sense to buy a structure that will serve the school season, after which the child will grow up and will not be able to fully study further. Therefore, it is important to take into account the dimensions and configuration when selecting a product.
The optimal depth of the table is considered to be from 60 cm, width from 1 meter.
Form
Classic products often feature a configuration with rounded corners to ensure child protection. Using this method, a desk for two is made. The most popular types of structures are:
- standard rectangular object;
- corner product;
- L-shaped, U-shaped children's tables;
- transformers.
Each type provides certain advantages, which are determined by the age of the child, the layout of the room, the requirements of the parents and the features of the interior.
Recently, a wall-mounted desk has become popular. It does not provide for legs or supports. The product is mounted on the wall, made in a minimalist style. The item contains a minimum volume of shelves, cabinets, and does not provide for add-ons. The advantages are that it is easy to clean the room; dust does not accumulate under the legs of the table.
There are also vertical structures that can be tilted or pulled out if necessary, which significantly saves space.
Appearance
The design of the product is selected in accordance with the features of the interior. It is important to take into account the age of the child, because most often designs in the form of cars and robots are relevant for children of primary school.
If the child is older, it is better to buy a more serious product. It is better to choose a table in neutral colors so that children are not distracted while studying.
A desk for a girl can be decorated with flowers and butterflies. The boy will enjoy decorative overlays with his favorite superheroes, cars, motorcycles and robots.
Kinds
Speaking about what types and assortments of kitchen tables exist, it is worth considering that the main thing is the shape of the tabletop. It is chosen based on two main characteristics:
- tabletop shapes;
- style solution and product design.
Kitchen dining tables have a standard height of 75 cm, but other options are also available: 70-90 cm.
Circle
The absence of sharp corners in this design will allow parents of small children not to worry about the danger of getting hurt.
A round dining table unites those sitting in a smooth line, as if equalizing their rights.
But it is the round tabletop that has certain features. They are expressed in the fact that a small number of people, approximately 4-6 people, fit behind a fairly compact product. Whereas the need to accommodate a large number of people (8 or more) will require a dining table with a very large diameter, which is suitable only for large rooms. Round tables can be transformable - their sections can be moved apart and a rectangular structure can be inserted inside, which turns the round tabletop into an oval one.
The advantage of such furniture is that it does not cause unpleasant associations with work or study (office desk, school desk).
Oval
This option is the most universal, as it is close in shape to a rectangle with rounded corners. It will fit well into a small space and will have higher aesthetic values. Oval tables can also have a modifiable tabletop - it can be extended due to the inserted part.
An oval table is a great option for a spacious dining room. It can accommodate many more people than a round one, and it is not inferior to it in terms of stability.
Square
Ideal option for small kitchens. A small square table located in the corner of the room takes up little space and allows only two people to sit comfortably at it. 90 cm of tabletop length is the minimum needed for comfortable eating. If the kitchen is small, then one side of the table can be placed against the wall, and, if necessary, moved away from it during meals. And subsequently put in place.
The square table represents rigor, simplicity and functionality.
Rectangle
The most standard version of a kitchen table is a rectangle. This is a traditional form, which is placed both inside the space and adjacent to one of the walls or in the corner of the room. There are various modifications of rectangular tables - non-separable, sliding, folding. It is precisely such mechanisms that help increase the number of seats at a rectangular table, without sacrificing free space.
The most common option is a rectangular table.
Triangle
Based on the visual features of such a product, it is most often chosen for modern style solutions for kitchens - loft, high-tech, minimalistic, modern. With small parameters, 3 people can comfortably fit behind it. To seat more people, the overall dimensions must be significantly increased - this feature must be taken into account in each specific room.
A triangular-shaped table will perfectly complement the decoration of a spacious kitchen.
As for the materials of triangular tables, you can most often find products on the market with glass tops and metal legs. Less often they are made of wood or its imitations.
Polyhedron
This is the most exotic option - it is rarely found on sale. But, despite the unusualness and unusualness, it is this configuration that gives the model a high level of functionality. It is behind the multifaceted layout that it is convenient to accommodate the maximum number of people with relatively small overall parameters. At the same time, such a table looks good both in large rooms and in small kitchens.
If you want to become the owner of an unusual-looking table, you should make the product to order.
Tips for organizing a schoolchild's workplace
When deciding to place a table by the window in the nursery, you need to ensure good lighting, but at the same time hang curtains so that the sun does not interfere with the child’s activities.
You can separate the work area using a shelf or other structures to create the most effective environment for your child’s learning.
Desk chairs for schoolchildren are selected in accordance with his height. It is important that the chair has a comfortable back that supports the anatomical shape of the spine. Legs should not hang over the chair. The seat should be optimal in terms of rigidity.
For girl
The optimal desk for a girl should be comfortable, designed in accordance with the preferences of the child and parents. Usually they prefer a minimalist product in warm colors. The configuration is determined by the child's needs and hobbies. Sometimes more shelves and drawers are needed, in other cases several cabinets and a shelf are enough.
For boy
At the same time, a desk for a boy is mainly different in design. For young children, parents often buy themed designs, for example, a product with a robotic theme.
The functionality of furniture is also regulated by requirements and hobbies. It would be optimal to install a collapsible transforming table that can be hung on the wall, freeing up space for games and sports activities.
For two children
In general, the design of a children's room with two residents is carried out according to the principle of delimiting space. In particular, the need arises if children are of different genders.
As for the work area, it can be generalized, but it is important to provide the children with enough space for creativity and study. A corner table for two children will help with this.
Such products provide for proper delimitation of space, taking into account the optimal amount of space for activities. Children can do homework and drawing separately from each other.
Each child has his own block with drawers where he can store school supplies. A flat desk for two students can be placed along a window or wall. It will also provide plenty of space to work.
For a teenager
Interior organization for a teenager involves certain nuances. In this case, it will be difficult to do without a computer. Functionality and practicality become a feature of the interior decoration.
The optimal computer desk for a student should be wide and include shelves and cabinets. The distance from the child's eyes to the monitor should be sufficient (50 cm).
Multifunctional models
If you dig deeper, you will find out that all modern models of desks are multifunctional. Initially, this element was invented only for writing, and the presence of storage systems was not expected. They appeared much later, as a result of the bold ideas of designers who sought to create maximum comfort for humans. Original models can contain a chair in a complex design or “disguise” as a cabinet façade. When you open its lower doors, a storage system and a foot niche appear, and the upper part turns into a tabletop.
How to make a desk for a schoolchild with your own hands
The furniture industry provides a wide range of designs, but at the same time you can create a table for a child yourself, relying on well-drawn drawings.
Initially, you need to decide on the design of the product. The configuration is selected taking into account the style of the room’s interior and the volume needed for storing school supplies.
It is better to use high quality MDF or chipboard as a material. Furniture made from such boards lasts a long time and is less susceptible to mechanical shocks and liquids.
You can make a table for a schoolchild yourself using numerous drawings with detailed dimensions. If you do not have the opportunity to cut materials, order slabs by size from a specialized store.
Correct posture
This is characteristic of an upright position, when the torso is positioned vertically, since the center of gravity is located above the support points.
Greater comfort is achieved by the ability to transfer the center of gravity to a support, for example, to the back. A properly selected desk provides many additional amenities for the student. For example, he can comfortably place his forearms on the table and write - without having to lean or lean forward. In this case, the student will practically not get tired, because all efforts will be spent only on writing, since the hands do not perform a supporting function. The direct position of the head is also the least tiring - in the absence of its tilt, the neck and back do not get tired. Sloping tabletops are the most attractive from the point of view of learning effectiveness, since information that is perceived at a right angle is absorbed best.
How to sit at a desk correctly
In order for the child to get less tired, maintain correct posture, and maintain good vision, it is necessary to ensure correct seating at the workplace. An important factor is adjusting the height of the tabletop and chair. The optimal correspondence of furniture parameters is indicated in the material above.
The tabletop should be located at the level of the child's diaphragm. When the student is in a standing position, the top of the table should be 5 cm below the level of his elbows.
The distance from the tabletop to the knees is about 10 cm. There is a space of about 5 cm between the back wall of the table and the knees of the person sitting. You can adjust the chair by sitting the child on it so that the legs are bent at 90°. The correct landing will be when the feet completely touch the floor. The torso is also in a position at an angle of 90°.
How to choose a comfortable chair for a school desk
At a young age, posture develops, so when choosing school furniture, it is important to pay attention to a comfortable chair. It should be the appropriate height when the child’s feet are on the floor and not hanging in the air.
The chair should “grow” with the child
When purchasing a chair for several years to come, be it a computer or orthopedic one, make sure that it has a height adjuster. In budget models it may not be available. As for transforming models, it is more economically feasible to buy a set at once. You can take this desk long before school - the height adjustment allows it to be used for children from 3 years old.
Orthopedic kits are more affordable and last for the next 5-7 years
What is better to overpay for and what to save on?
Due to their age, first-graders are not very neat, so if you buy an expensive table made of solid wood, be prepared for the fact that over time its surface will become covered with bright spots. You shouldn’t scold your child for this; starting school is already associated with all sorts of stress.
An expensive solid wood table is not the best option for school
When choosing a desk, focus more on the build quality and accessories rather than on the price. Your child should be comfortable behind it. But you shouldn’t buy too cheap models, whose unreliable coating bulges and the edging peels off from the slightest drops.
The trendy design of a school desk is also not a priority choice. What a child likes at 7-8 years old may become boring a year later. It will be enough if the table matches the interior without standing out as a bright, annoying spot.
“Growing” tables are the best option for up to 10 years: they have a wide tabletop, are adjustable in height, and chairs have back support
If you don’t plan to buy a new desk in a couple of years, choose a wide tabletop - already in grades 3-4, your child will actively need a laptop.
Review of manufacturers
Reputable furniture suppliers guarantee a high-quality desk for a first-grader, which can be selected according to the necessary parameters.
Manufacturer brands of children's furniture:
- The world-famous furniture manufacturer Demi has a large number of adjustable desks for kindergarteners and schoolchildren. The range includes folding products and modular designs.
- "Azbuka Mebel" produces excellent children's walls and tables that ensure a healthy position for the child while studying.
- "Horizon" produces children's modular structures, furniture for decorating a work area with drawers and cabinets.
- The supplier of “38 parrots” is considered no less in demand in the market for the production of children's furniture.
It is necessary to carry out a competent selection of furniture products for a child’s bedroom, taking into account the age, height of the child, his hobbies, as well as the basic rules for the correct design of the work area.
If you wish, you can use the catalog of professional manufacturers of furniture for children, or design the product yourself.
Ergonomic furniture for children
Knowing the basic parameters of the child, parents will select comfortable furniture for him. Ergonomics will tell you what height the bedside table and bed should be, and anthropometry will “place” them at a safe distance from each other.
The problem is that the regulatory documents with the dimensions of ergonomic children's furniture were drawn up in the 60s and do not take into account modern realities. There are reissues, but their content remains almost unchanged. In addition, in Russia there is no single document that would collect all the information. The dimensions of lockers for kindergartens can be found in GOST 26682-85, beds - in GOST 19301.3-94.
Modern manufacturers often manufacture products based on their own documents, marking them by age. But it is not clear to parents whether the chair will be comfortable for their three-year-old child, even though it says +3 on the package.
