What types of bunk beds with sofas are there and what explains their popularity?

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To save space in your apartment, you can install compact furniture. Bunk beds with a sofa help to rationally distribute space. To choose a reliable option, it is important to understand what types of furniture there are and what you should look for when making a purchase.

Pros and cons of bunk furniture

Such furniture is becoming popular primarily because it saves space. The following advantages of bunk beds are also highlighted:

• There are different models;
• you can choose the furniture material;
• many colors;
• have a wide range of prices, thanks to which anyone can purchase furniture, regardless of income level;
• used in apartments with different designs.

The disadvantages include the danger of falling from the second tier. Therefore, it is important to ensure that there are high, strong sides at the top.

Stairs can be dangerous due to the following nuances:

• it was made from low-quality and harmful materials;
• she is in an inconvenient place;
• it was manufactured with violations;
• it is dotted with cracks and burrs, which can cause injury during use.

Before purchasing a two-story bed with a sofa, you need to check its bottom. If furniture is purchased for adults, it is enough to focus on the person’s weight. If for kids, they are allowed to jump on the bed to check its reliability.

Methods of application

Thanks to the thoughtful functionality of bunk beds with a sofa, you can sleep well and have a quality rest during the day.

The furniture is used for receiving unexpected guests, having tea, watching cartoons, and adults relaxing on the sofa located below.

Since the model is equipped with a sofa below, the following problems are solved:

• no need to buy additional furniture;
• no need to radically change the style of the room;
• The room is rationally used, divided into functional zones.

If the room is large, two-tier furniture with a sofa will give the room a special flavor.

In practice, such furniture is better suited for adults. If you buy it for a child, it is better to place him sleeping downstairs. The model is perfect for one child. On the second floor he can sleep at night, and on the lower floor he can rest or play during the day.

The type of sleep the vacationer will have depends on the position of the back of the sofa.

There is a minus, if the back of the sofa does not lower, the lower part of the furniture cannot be used as a full-fledged sleeping place.

Sofa mechanism

Bunk beds are furniture that can significantly expand the boundaries of a room by saving its space. Depending on the intended purpose, sofas on the lower tier can have several types of mechanisms:

• folding standard;
• Eurobook;
• sofa with pull-out mechanism;
• pantograph.

A conventional folding sofa is represented by the “book” option, where in order to unfold the product, you will need to lift its seating part, tilt it slightly forward and lower it. Then the backrest leans down and becomes a full-fledged place to sleep.

A sofa of the Eurobook type is folded out in a different way: the seating part is pulled forward, and the back, which transforms into a sleeping place, is placed on the resulting empty surface. This type of mechanism is most preferable for bunk beds with a sofa. The retractable mechanism is characterized by a three-part design: the seating part moves forward 2 steps, and another section is taken out from below, which serves as the middle part of the berth. In this case, the back remains motionless.

In a pantograph-type mechanism, the front part of the product rises slightly upward and extends towards itself. The backrest is placed on the resulting void. This type is also preferable in the structure of the bed.

What types are there?

Bunk beds come in different types. There are options when the child sleeps upstairs and meets guests downstairs or learns homework at the desk. There are also models for two children, when the lower sofa can be fully unfolded for sleeping, and in the morning it folds compactly.

For children

Children should have an equipped place in the room for sleeping, studying, and playing. If it is cramped, it will be very difficult to fit the listed areas into it. In such a situation, children's bunk beds with a sofa will help out.

When deciding on the model of furniture for sleeping and daytime relaxation, it is important to consider age. You should not place a child under six years of age on a high floor of the bed to avoid injury due to inattention and young age.

For adults

Adults living in a small room can purchase two-tier furniture for comfort and increase space. Thanks to such a bed, one living space can be comfortably divided into functional parts.

Thanks to the design, there is an area for intimate relaxation, as well as for leisure. Such furniture will make the studio apartment more original and non-standard.

For teenagers

For boys and girls, two-tier furniture will help them easily divide the room into zones. The child sleeps on the bed above, and on the sofa below he prepares his homework.

On such furniture, teenagers will be able to comfortably retire to think about their own lives and get to know themselves, as well as to meet with peers.

Things to remember about safety

The main criterion when selecting this type of furniture is the safety of children and adults when on the upper tier. If an adult often adequately assesses the situation, then the baby, having played too much, may accidentally fall from the top floor of the bed. To prevent this from happening, you should familiarize yourself with the safety rules:

• assembling a bunk bed. The video clearly demonstrates how to properly assemble the product. If you follow the instructions, the bed will be strong and reliable and will not pose a danger to humans;
• fencing - the sides on the second tier of the bed should ensure the safety of the child. The optimal height of the sides is from 20 cm;
• stairs - the steps must be stable so that a child's or adult's foot can be firmly fixed on them. It is worth explaining to children in advance that playing on the stairs is prohibited;
• no sharp corners or protruding bolts. Two-level children's bunk beds must be made in accordance with production specifications. They assume the absence of factors causing harm to human health;
• difference between tiers. A bunk bed with a sofa has a sufficient height of the first tier so that the person sitting on the sofa can feel calm.

In a children's room, it is better to place the bed in the corner area, this way you can minimize the risks of dangerous situations. When installing, it is better to additionally secure the furniture with bolts and anchors to the wall to avoid injury.

Types of bunk beds

To choose the right model of bed with sofa, it is important to familiarize yourself with its types. The information will help you choose a comfortable option for any apartment interior.

Classic

The classic model consists of two beds for sleeping and a ladder. The advantage of such furniture is that it has a low cost. A large selection of finishing materials allows you to choose the most suitable option for any interior.

The classic bed is easy to use, but it is quite massive, making it difficult to move.

With a table

The bunk bed and desk model transforms the lower floor into a study space. The tabletop can be pulled out or folded back. The folding option allows you to move the table horizontally by lowering it down.

This type of furniture allows you to create a comfortable place in a very cramped room for doing homework or working.

With wardrobe

Some two-tier models have built-in drawers. They are usually installed at the ends of the bed. Thanks to several cabinets of different sizes, you can make a rise to the second floor.

The advantage of beds with cabinets is that you don’t have to buy a separate cabinet. It's also a great space saver.

With a sports corner

For the physical health of children and saving space, it is recommended to consider the option of a bunk bed with a sports corner consisting of a wall bars, a horizontal bar and rings. Sometimes such a corner is complemented by a swing, a rope ladder or ropes.

When choosing such a model, be sure to take into account the age of the child, since sports equipment is different for toddlers and older children.

Which sofa upholstery to choose

The choice of upholstery depends on the purposes for which the furniture will be used. If the sofa is intended for daytime relaxation, then it is better to give preference to natural or eco-leather.

Genuine leather is the most expensive material. It is durable, wear-resistant and easy to maintain. Genuine leather can only be used if there are no animals in the house - otherwise the furniture may be hopelessly damaged, as the smell of leather attracts cats and dogs.

Despite the fact that eco-leather is much cheaper, its characteristics are in no way inferior to natural leather.

However, these materials are not suitable for sleeping space - bedding will slide off the smooth surface of the skin.

For a bunk bed with a sofa for parents, velor works well. It is quite soft, easy to clean, and does not lose color or texture even when washed with soapy water. It is less susceptible to wear and tear compared to other upholstery materials. In addition, bed linen does not slip off from velor.

Some models of bunk beds can be additionally equipped with niches for storing bedding, convenient cabinets and shelves.

Subject to the optimal choice, a bunk bed with a sofa below will become an indispensable piece of furniture and will last for many years. It will make it easy to solve the problem of rational distribution of space and make even the cramped room spacious and bright.

Rules for choosing bunk beds

To purchase comfortable and ergonomic sleeping furniture, it is recommended to listen to the following selection rules:

1. There should be a gap of more than 90 cm between the upper bed of the bed and the ceiling so as not to disturb the ventilation of the sleeping area.
2. It is better to buy wooden furniture. But, an economical option is allowed - from high-quality MDF.
3. Before purchasing, it is important to decide what function the bed should perform. If you plan to fold the lower tier, it is better to purchase a bunk bed with a sofa below.
4. The staircase must be made of wood. Since metal handrails often slip and can cause injury. It is better for kids to take furniture with a ladder in the form of bedside tables.

Attention! The most important rule before buying bunk furniture for children is to make sure that they have no fear of heights. If they are afraid of it, they should choose a matryoshka model.

Execution options

Manufacturers distinguish several types of beds. To learn more about each type, it is recommended to consider the upper and lower sections separately. A properly selected bunk bed with a sofa will be a good helper in saving square meters.

Upper section

The tier of the upper section is most often chosen by younger children, because they are interested in climbing higher and setting up a home there. Often, two children in a family begin to argue over the possibility of sleeping on the top tier. Wise parents would do well to allow their children to take turns sleeping upstairs.

To ensure increased safety for your baby in the upper section, choose furniture with reinforced sides of an acceptable height.

Depending on who the sleeping place is intended for, its dimensions may vary. Here are the most popular dimensions for the upper section:

• a bunk bed for children under 10 years of age is produced with a sleeping area measuring 160x80 cm - this is exactly the height of a child in this age range;
• teenagers and children from 10 to 14 years old are recommended to purchase a bed with an upper section measuring 170x90: then the child will feel comfortable and spacious;
• the second tier measuring 190x90 is ideal for a teenager and an adult: the exception is people who are too tall;
• There is another modification of this product: a double bed on the upper tier with a sofa underneath - it is suitable exclusively for an adult audience.

The appearance of the upper section may vary depending on the purpose of the furniture. For example, for children, manufacturers use wooden and metal frames painted in different colors. For adults, a strict layout without bright details and elements becomes optimal. Bunk beds with a sofa below, intended for the older generation, are made in soothing colors, the staircase to the tier is located on the side, and not above the lower section.

A bunk bed with a sofa is a good choice of furniture for both adults and children. It will fit perfectly into a studio apartment, where the limited number of square meters does not allow for a full bedroom.

Bottom section

According to the design features, the lower section can be equipped with several types of sofas. For example, if the lower tier will be used only for a child, then there is no point in laying it out. If you plan to accommodate adults or a married couple on the lower tier, then the sofa should fold out. A sofa transformable into a bunk bed will also help when receiving guests.

Below are different types of the lower tier of the bed where the sofa is located:

• non-folding sofa - the design looks like this: there is a sleeping place on the upper tier, and a stationary sofa on the lower tier. The upper tier is used only for sleeping, and the lower floor is used for relaxing and watching TV. If desired, you can always take a nap on the lower tier during the daytime;
• Eurobook sofa - using a children's bunk bed with a Eurobook-type sofa underneath is suitable for decorating a guest area. This sleeping place can be used for guests or to accommodate a second child. The lower bunk bed is well suited to accommodate two people.

Other types of sofa mechanisms will be presented in subsequent sections to give a complete picture of the working principle of the furniture. The color scheme of the lower tier depends on the preferences of the owners and the existing interior. The material of manufacture can be wood or metal. Since the lower tier supports the main load, it is better to choose reinforced frames.

Arrangement of sleeping places

When buying a bed, it is important to carefully study how it is constructed, what sizes it comes in, what it is made of, and what mattress is suitable. After studying all the parameters, you can choose the most suitable option for quality sleep.

Dimensions

There are beds with different sizes. But the most common parameters are the following.

When buying a bed for small children, it is worth considering that they grow quickly. Therefore, you should not choose very small models. You should focus on the size.

Base

There are two types of bed base.

1. Furniture with slats - thin wooden or plastic planks - is of the orthopedic type. Thanks to this base, the mattress is well ventilated.
2. Furniture with a solid base is made of plywood. This type is often found in transformers. The downside of the base is that the mattress is poorly ventilated.

The most reliable and convenient are lamellas. Therefore, it is worth assessing their quality before purchasing a bed.

Mattress

The bed mattress is usually purchased separately. It is important to consider who will sleep on it. A sleeping place in the form of a sofa must be chosen taking into account the requirements of the sleeper.

To support the spine, a sofa model with an orthopedic mattress that has a certain degree of rigidity is selected.

The best option for a mattress is considered to be anatomical, which is able to take the shape of the human body.

Important! When buying a mattress for a child, look at how he lies on it. If the shoulders and hips sink, and the back and legs are “on the surface,” then the mattress has ideal rigidity.

Fillers

A high-quality and comfortable sofa for a bunk bed should have high-quality filling and upholstery. Most often, the lower tier of the bed – the sofa – is filled with:

• Foam rubber. This material is durable and has an affordable price.
• A spring block with springs that depend on each other. After 10 years of use, the springs may begin to break and come out.
• Spring block with springs independent of each other. This filler is softer and can last a long time. Each spring is hidden in a separate fabric cover. It is comfortable to relax on such a sofa.

The bolsters, pillows and armrests included with the sofa are usually filled with padding polyester or holofiber.

Types of sofa next to a bunk bed

Bunk furniture below often consists of a classic straight sofa. It can be placed against any wall of the room.

A corner sofa is used in bunk beds that have a corner shape. Furniture is placed in the corner, making the room more spacious.

Material

It is recommended to buy furniture from environmentally friendly, safe material, for example, beech, oak, birch or pine. Natural wooden structures will last a long time.

It is important that the bed is covered with hypoallergenic varnish, free of formaldehyde.

Sofa upholstery

For a sofa on which you plan to rest only during the day, natural or eco-leather is suitable as upholstery.

For sleeping, it is better to choose models upholstered in velor. This material is soft, easy to clean, and retains its original appearance. The bed does not run away from the velor, it does not wear out for a long time.

Transformation of furniture

If the bedroom also serves as a living room, the option with transformable furniture will be the best. Sofas are most often folded out like a book. To unfold the sofa, lift the seat up until it clicks. The backrest is tilted back and the seat is lowered down. The disadvantage of this transformation is the sleeping place with tubercles.

Advice! To make sleeping comfortable, it is recommended to choose models with a “Eurobook”. The seat in such furniture rolls out and the backrest lowers. A big plus is that you don’t need to move the sofa to unfold it.

There are also sofas with roll-out transformation. The furniture is simply pulled out. When folded, the model does not take up much space in the room, and when unfolded, it is comfortable to sleep on.

Mechanisms for transforming sofas under bunk beds

If you plan to use the room also as a living room, then a double bed with a folding sofa below is an ideal option. The “book” folding mechanism is most often used: this is one of the simplest and at the same time reliable methods of transforming furniture, proven over the years. To unfold the sofa, you need to lift the seat up until it clicks, tilting the backrest back, and then lower the seat down. The main disadvantage of this mechanism is that the sleeping area is not completely level.

If this worries you, then it is better to choose a “Eurobook”. They differ from the usual one in that the seat easily rolls out and the back rests on it. In addition, there is no need to move the sofa away from the wall.

The roll-out transformation mechanism has proven itself well: the sofa simply slides forward. The advantage of this design is the compact size of the sofa when folded and a spacious place to sleep when unfolded. However, such a mechanism is not suitable for those who do not like low beds - its specificity simply does not allow making a sleeping place of the usual height.

If the bunk bed model does not provide a built-in sofa, you can always select it separately to fit the dimensions of the structure.