One fine moment, a long-awaited moment comes in the family when the voice of a newborn is heard for the first time from a small cradle. The ancestors prepare especially painstakingly for the birth of the baby: they select the interior, sliders, toys. Increased attention is paid to the choice of cradle. It is in it that the baby will spend a huge part of his time. As the baby grows, the sleeping place should grow with him. That is why transforming models are especially popular. A wide selection of products for children's furniture is the pride of Swedish. Children's beds for newborns, ecological bed linen, textiles in the brightest colors - everything can be found in one store.
What should a children's room be like?
To choose a suitable interior, it is worth taking into account the characteristics of the child’s psyche. A baby’s nervous system is different from an adult’s, which means your bloodstream will react to the situation differently.
The child feels great surrounded by the brightest colors, while parents may feel that the range is oversaturated
The little one focuses his attention on bright colors, concentrates on various sounds and movements, touches and tests for strength any objects that he can reach with his hands. But it’s still hard for him to concentrate on measured colors or monotonous sounds
Therefore, it’s not worth surrounding your own troubles with old, creaky furniture or creating a sterile “operating room” where all colors except snow-white are prohibited.
Scientists conducted a study on the effects of flowers on infant development. It turned out that mothers who preferred colorful, shiny fabrics for home clothes established contact with their child even faster, unlike those who chose a measured palette.
What is bright is interesting, it is worth teaching, not only a child, but any person thinks so. But over the years, we learn to notice more little things that are still beyond the reach of children’s perception. That’s why the principle of attraction—attractiveness—is very important for children. And he uses it.
The brand's children's furniture is made in a rich range of colors. Curtains like blue sails, greenish tables on which large ladybird pillows crawl, cabinets with colorful doors suitable for games of hide and seek... All this leads to the development of imagination, the desire to explore and invent something new. In such an environment, children will feel great.
"Adult" beds
The “Kyura” model is very popular with children due to its own creative design. It can be rotated on both sides. “Kyura” is made from ecological pine wood, which is coated with blue paint on top. One side is suitable for children under 6 years old, and the other for older children.
The frame is turned over - and practically new furniture appears in the interior. The Kura bed can be decorated with a canopy, turning it into a play area. A tent under a dome or a two-story house with a staircase, which are made from the Kura model, is not only an exciting solution, but also not a bad investment of 9,000 rubles in furniture.
The real decoration of the nursery will be the Mammut design solution for sleeping. These are colorful beds that have rounded edges and propylene legs to reduce trauma. The ancestors of very active boys and energetic girls breathed a sigh of relief because now fidgets do not have to fear sharp edges.
IKEA children's beds are also a fascinating Minnen model. It is the only one made of strong and beautiful material: steel. This is the most serious bed for the little ones. Minnen changes size as the baby grows, which is why all mothers adore the brand. The color range is traditional: “Minnen” can be snow-white or black-brown, but in our area the second option is quite difficult to find. For comfort in your baby's bedroom, prepare 5,400 rubles.
Hemnes
Quite a popular model in the IKEA catalog. Equipped with three drawers. The crib is available only in white. In the production of this model, only environmentally friendly materials are used.
The design is quite universal. A white children's bed can become a stand-out piece of furniture in an apartment, as it can easily be converted into a double bed or a sofa.
As you can see, the range of cribs in the IKEA store is large. In order to make an informed choice, start from the plans for using the product and the wishes of the child. Choosing a place and bed for your baby is not an easy task. First of all, you need to remember about the comfort and safety of your children.
What should you save for?
It’s definitely not worth saving on high-quality sleep for your baby, but your household budget is tight. What do you do when you simply don’t have enough money for everything? The Swedish furniture company makes models for this that meet all the fundamental requirements and have a very ordinary design. "Sniglar", "Gulliver" and "Stuva" are very popular children's beds from IKEA. Reviews say they are the most needed options on the secondary products market. They can be easily implemented after a couple of years of use.
Advantages
A bed that grows with the child and is adapted to his age needs has a number of obvious advantages:
- Budget savings. For many years, from newborn age to primary school, you don’t have to worry about buying another bed for your child’s room. Together with their growing child, parents can increase the length of their sleeping bed.
- Rationality. A bed with a sliding system is compact and does not take up much space, freeing up space for games and other necessary furniture. Can be used as a guest bed, extending as needed.
- Environmental friendliness. The bed from Ikea is made of high-quality, safe materials.
- Practicality. The cost of Ikea furniture is affordable for most consumers. Its laconic design looks attractive and suits different styles of children's room decoration.
- Compactness. The dimensions of wooden beds are 135-208 cm by 90 cm. For iron counterparts, this parameter is 5 cm smaller.
- Durability. The entire Ikea product line has quality indicators that meet the highest standards. Unless, of course, it is fake furniture, with a different sliding mechanism and compressed sawdust instead of natural solid wood. Ikea beds have a proprietary patented sliding mechanism, which is characterized by its simplicity of design and ease of transformation.
- Variety of designs. Ikea tries to please different consumer tastes and produces bed models that are perfect not only for classic nursery interiors, but also for modern design solutions.
Sleeping place for the little ones
Children's beds are very different. Cradles and rocking beds are still popular for infants. At the moment, many brands are equipped with a motion sickness mechanism. Some rocking chairs have removable rails, and when the baby grows up, the rocking chair can be turned into ordinary furniture with legs.
Manufacturers have thought through modern sleeping arrangements down to the smallest detail. It is important that the bottom level be fixed at different heights. After childbirth, it is difficult for a lady to bend over low, but she has to do this all the time, because the bed is fixed quite high. As the child grows up, the bottom moves downwards. IKEA children's beds have two levels of fastening. This design is installed, for example, in the Sundvig and Sniglar series. "Sundvig", according to customer reviews, is a beautiful option for a small apartment. It is quick to assemble and easy to transport. The only drawback is the paint, which can simply be chewed off or picked off. “Sniglar” is pleasantly priced; its price is only 1,500 rubles. Sundvig is more expensive - 5,000 rubles.
How to assemble and operate?
All models on the manufacturer’s website and included with the beds have detailed instructions with illustrations for assembly and operation. There is a separate service for assembling and installing furniture, which can be arranged in the store. The site also includes a video showing how to use the sliding mechanism.
For self-assembly, you will additionally need a Phillips and flathead screwdriver and a hammer; everything else is included in the package with the bed. It is better to assemble all the parts on a soft surface, since on a slippery and hard surface, if some parts slip out of your hands, chips may form.
First, the screw-in dowels are screwed into the already drilled holes, as shown in the pictures in the instructions, then the bushings are inserted, then the ties for the dowels are inserted and the body parts are fastened together. When the backs and sliding mechanism are already assembled, additional fences, slatted bottom and legs are attached to them.
When cleaning, the bed and slatted bottom should be wiped with a cloth that can be moistened with detergent. Simple stains can be removed with a sponge dampened with water and soapy water. If the stain is more complex, you can try removing it on wooden beds with a fine sandpaper.
For information on how to assemble the Minnen model, see below.
Sofa bed Bedinge
Bedinge sofa bed
The Bedinge sofa is one of Ikea's best-selling items in its category. They are adored by young families and landlords who are interested in furnishing their apartments on the cheap. But this option will not last long. Buyers complain that the folding mechanism breaks down very quickly, and in addition, after just six months the sofa begins to creak. So don't expect it to last long, although as a temporary option it's not bad at all. Take a better look at its colleague - the SAGSTUA bed, just carefully choose the slatted bottom, in Ikea it usually creaks and breaks.
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Varieties
Ikea produces such furniture in two categories: for babies from birth to three years and for the age group between 3-15 years. Models made of wood, mainly from environmentally friendly pine, have gained particular popularity.
Metal beds from the Minnen series are in good demand. Budget-friendly but short-lived options for sliding cribs are made from fiberboard or chipboard. All models of this revered company have a slatted bottom, for the manufacture of which only carefully processed pine wood boards are used.
Some inconveniences of sliding beds.
- None of the models produced by Ikea provide reliable protection for babies. Parents have to worry about safety while sleeping on their own by purchasing additional bumpers.
- Among the sliding beds of this brand there are no models with built-in boxes. To store things, you will have to purchase some furniture separately.
Review of IKEA transformable mattress models
As mentioned above, mattress sizes for three-piece trundle beds are standard. The products differ only in the type of filler.
VIMSIG
Polyurethane foam mattress with a height of 10 cm with different sides of hardness. Removable quilted cover made of mixed fabric (65% polyester / 35% cotton) quilted with polyester wadding.
OMSINT
Model 12 cm high with a system of independent springs at the base. Felt and polyurethane foam are used as the top flooring. The cover is removable, quilted with polyester wadding. All three parts of the mattress are supplied in separate packages, which protects the small blocks from premature contamination until they are needed.
INNERLIG
The mattress is based on a Bonnell type block with a system of dependent springs. The height of the product is 12 cm. The softening flooring is felt, polyurethane foam and a removable cover made of mixed fabric (62% cotton and 38% polyester), quilted with polyester wadding. It is worth mentioning that the Bonnell dependent spring system is not the most orthopedic base.
NATTSMIG
Mattress 9 cm high with anatomical filling made of highly elastic polyurethane foam. Quilted cover made of mixed fabric. Upper fabric - 64% polyester / 36% cotton. Side fabric - 64% cotton / 36% polyester. Velcro fasteners securely fasten the parts of the mattress together.
PLUTTEN
A budget model with a height of 7 cm with polyurethane foam filling and a simplified version of the cover made of non-woven propylene.
Advantages
A bed that grows with the child and is adapted to his age needs has a number of obvious advantages:
- Budget savings. For many years, from newborn age to primary school, you don’t have to worry about buying another bed for your child’s room. Together with their growing child, parents can increase the length of their sleeping bed.
- Rationality. A bed with a sliding system is compact and does not take up much space, freeing up space for games and other necessary furniture. Can be used as a guest bed, extending as needed.
- Environmental friendliness. The bed from Ikea is made of high-quality, safe materials.
Assembling an Ikea bed, step-by-step instructions
Ikea furniture comes with an assembly diagram that is quite understandable for the buyer. The instructions are included in the package with disassembled parts.
Carrying out the entire assembly process is quite simple with the ability to use the tool. There are situations when instructions are not available: you bought used furniture, it was disassembled by other people, or when moving.
Let's take a closer look at assembling a bed from the Ikea store with text explanations for the pictures.
The name of the bed is MALM, it can be supplemented with drawers on the sides of the bed, which roll under the drawers. The detailed principle of installing fittings on our bed determines the similarity of the assembly diagrams of similar Ikea beds.
The accuracy and reliability of connecting components extends the service life of the product for a significant time.
To assemble an Ikea bed, in our version, you will need a set of tools:
1. Screwdriver 2. Small adjustable wrench 3. Hammer. 4. Hex key.
Installing fittings on the bed parts
We insert wooden dowels into the holes at the ends of the drawers. We put the locks into the round holes on the inside of the sides of the bed, the arrow on the lock should point to the incoming hole for the rod. We screw the rods onto part of the headboard and the footboard panel. We stuff the bed supports.
Connecting the bed frame
We insert the drawers into the headboard, the rods rest against the lock. Using a hex key, turn the lock clockwise. The lock should grab the head of the rod and pull the sidewall. The tie occurs gradually, the upper lock is partially tightened, then the lower one, then the upper and lower ones back until they are completely fixed. We perform this action along all frame connections.
Assembling the headboard of the bed
We insert wooden dowels into the holes in the end of the bottom panel of the headboard until they stop.
We screw the rods into the top panel of the head of the bed up to the limiter. We use an adjustable wrench for installation.
We insert the upper headboard panel into the lower one. We tighten the nuts onto the rods in the holes and tighten the two panels.
Installation of internal filling for laying the slatted base
Depending on the thickness of the mattress, we install the corner support at the specified height.
We screw the screws into the holes, connecting the corner support to the inside of the drawer. The support should fit snugly against the sidewall. We adjust the rotation force on the screwdriver.
We place the brackets for the crossbar on the lower base of the headboard and on the back panel of the bed. The installed brackets must correspond to the level of the corner supports.
We fasten the brackets and corner supports using beams. The geometry of the bed should correspond to a rectangle, that is, the corners are 90 degrees and the panels are straight.
We insert the transverse support into the brackets. The support connects the headboard and the back panel of the bed, serving as a support beam for the slatted base.
To tighten the rack base into the outer holes of the supports, we make clamps. A screw is screwed into the plastic sleeve. If you use an orthopedic lattice at the base, then these clamps are not installed! The grating is simply placed on the supports.
In case of a more complex bed layout, use the Ikea furniture assembly service from our organization.
Kinds
Loft bed
This bed is perfect for both boys and girls under 3 years old. Its advantage is that on the “ground floor” you can create a mini-living room or a creative area for a child.
Chair-bed
Suitable not only for children, but also for adults. The undoubted advantage is that when assembled it takes up little space and serves as an additional place to sit.
Pull-out bed for two children
This model is suitable for a family with two small children. It has two sleeping places and is low, which allows kids to climb on it without any problems.
Growing beds
Such models are made in such a way that they are able to “grow” in length along with the child. Because of this ability, they can be called durable.
Children's beds with drawers
The drawer can be located anywhere: as a rule, in wooden beds there is always space under the mattress for storing things; manufacturers often make drawers. Loft beds are sometimes equipped with a wardrobe or bedside table, which also allows you to store a lot of things there.
Teenage beds
The length of such a sleeping place is more than 160 cm. Models can be wooden or metal, double or single, colored or plain, with a specific design - as the teenager wishes.
Beds for children from three years old
Typically, for this age, furniture with a side or partition is used to prevent the baby from falling. These beds can be low so that children can climb onto them themselves.
Differences will be in colors, decorations and design. Typically, girls use pink with various princesses and dolls, and boys use blue with cars and superheroes.
Taking care of the baby
For the safety of the baby, each bed has special slatted walls. The slats are installed close so that the little one does not fall out. For the “Gulliver” option, special soft wall mounts “Kompisar” are provided. At the age when the baby is already standing on his feet, “Vikare” is installed, this is a curtain on the wall, with a low handrail from IKEA. The bumpers in the bed completely change its appearance and extend its service life. So that a grown-up baby can climb into bed without the help of others, one of the walls is removed. “Gulliver” costs 4,000 rubles, which, according to parents, is very cheap compared to other brands made of natural wood.
All IKEA children's beds are made according to European standards. The bottom of them is well ventilated, which ensures healthy sleep. Gunat beds are very popular. The structure has two solid and two slatted walls. The model combines all the advantages described above, and also helps to organize space comfortably, thanks to a set of drawers. The Stuva furniture is equipped with the same system. Both brands belong to the upper price sector of the store. “Stuva” will cost 8,500 rubles, and its older brother 10,000 rubles.
Features of loft beds with a chest of drawers
Bunk beds combine sleeping and working space. Installing furniture on two floors allows you to effectively use the space of the children's room. On the ground floor there may be a table, chest of drawers, sofa, shelves and other pieces of furniture. There is a bed on the second floor. Of course, an important element of every bunk bed is the ladder. A model with an extension ladder with drawers can be very convenient. It not only connects the upper tier of the bed with the lower one, but also helps in organizing storage. Depending on the model, a chest of drawers with steps usually consists of three or four drawers of different sizes. The capacity of the drawers and their location allow you to increase the capacity of loft beds and help to effectively solve the issue of organization in the children's room.
Advantages:
- Mobility. Thanks to its mobility, the ladder can be placed in a way that is convenient for you. You can install the ladder either to the right of the bed or to the left. By placing two complexes side by side and placing stairs on both sides, you can arrange a nursery for two children. Moreover, on an area of about four square meters, each child will have their own corner with everything they need;
- Safety. A chest of drawers is safer than a stepladder. It has wide steps and sides, which makes this staircase option safer and more convenient for a child. If the stairs seem slippery, you can lay rugs on the steps. You can hold on to the sides like a railing. It is easy for a child to go down such a ladder even with his eyes closed;
- Convenience. For children, this option will be more convenient than a ladder with rungs, since it does not require high coordination of movements;
- Functionality. You can not only move up and down on such a ladder, but also use it to organize storage. Also, the ladder can be used as an additional place to relax. On the wide steps the child can play or sit with a book.
Loft bed with chest of drawers and wardrobe
An attic bed with a ladder-chest of drawers and a wardrobe is a real mini-children's room! This complex contains everything a child needs at any age. There is enough space for both toys and school things. After all, a staircase is a whole storage system. And if you add a wardrobe, then you can forget about additional furniture in the nursery.
As a rule, cabinets are divided into two tiers. The lower one contains a compartment with a hanging bar and several shelves, and the upper tier is, in fact, one large shelf. But there are also options without a top shelf in the closet. Most often, you can find corner cabinets. They are more spacious than straight ones and do not take up much space in the complex. The ladder can be installed near the side wall of the closet, then the space on the sides of the bed will remain free. This option will save a little space and is perfect for narrow rooms.
Advantages of loft beds with a chest of drawers and a wardrobe:
- Suitable for all ages. A loft bed with an extension ladder and a wardrobe is a great option if the furniture is bought for a child to grow into. After all, storage space is never too much! The ladder-chest can accommodate numerous baby toys, as well as sports equipment or school things for a teenager;
- Compactness. A wardrobe as part of a furniture set takes up much less space than a separate wardrobe. But, despite its size, it is roomy;
- Capacity. By combining a wardrobe and a chest of drawers in one configuration, you can easily place children's clothes, books, toys and other personal items;
- Convenience. By adding shelves or a chest of drawers to the closet and stairs, you can organize a convenient storage system with all kinds of shelves, drawers and niches. The child can easily find everything he needs, because all things are at hand. And since each thing will have its own place, maintaining order will not be difficult;
- Economical. A bunk bed with a ladder and a wardrobe will cost less than buying all the furniture separately. In addition, the entire complex is designed in the same style, which means there is no need to waste time searching for a furniture set that matches the design.
Wooden bed IKEA LEKSVIK - reviews
Tanita
https://www.babyblog.ru/community/post/perambulator/1694496
Hello! It’s comfortable for the child) I also have it spinning around, bumping against the sides, I put pillows on them, but I’ve never fallen... but in general the child likes it very much!! And beautiful...we didn't regret buying it..
Unknown
https://www.kakprosto.ru/otzyvy/review-21258
When my son grew out of the crib with bars, it was time to think about a comfortable and inexpensive sleeping place. The solution was found in the IKEA store. After reviewing many samples, we settled on a sliding model from the LEKSVIK series made of pine.
The bed will serve a child for many years - it extends and easily turns from a toddler's bed to a teenage bed. We supplemented the model with a high-quality spring mattress, which turned out to be very comfortable and inexpensive. I especially like the naturalness and environmental friendliness of the material from which the bed is made, as well as the quality of the product. The wood is carefully processed, all parts fit perfectly. We assembled the bed ourselves in just a couple of hours. My son liked the new thing, so our whole family is very happy with the purchase.
Unknown
https://www.kakprosto.ru/otzyvy/review-28176
Great bed
I bought this bed together with a mattress, in the maximum configuration. I am very pleased with the purchase, my daughter sleeps great on it, nothing sticks anywhere. The mattress is hard, but moderately, it is very comfortable to lie on it, I checked it myself. And when you wake up, your back doesn’t hurt, and you feel perfectly rested.
I like the fact that the bed is not made of particle boards, but of natural wood, so there is no fear that it will emit formaldehyde, which is hazardous to health.
Another undoubted plus: a removable cover on the mattress, which, if necessary, can be washed in a washing machine.
Dred11
https://otzovik.com/review_4507374.html
Advantages:
Consists of natural wood
Flaws:
Assembly takes a lot of time. But it’s great
The bed consists of natural material. After all, a child's sleep depends on what bed he sleeps on. Beautiful design of the breasts. Suitable for almost any age of a child, any mother will envy such a bed.
Nike-Nike
https://otzovik.com/review_3594624.html
Advantages:
Convenience and practicality
Flaws:
The slatted bottom is not included in the set
After my sister gave birth to a daughter, and she was already able to sleep separately, this crib became perfect for the baby. Very convenient and practical. With proper use it can last for a very long time. But the downside is that the slatted bottom is not included in the kit; you have to go to the warehouse to get it yourself. As your child grows, you can extend the bed, but you need to buy a new mattress every time!
Letoshka
https://otzovik.com/review_6816096.html
Advantages:
High quality and functional
Flaws:
I can't find furniture for the bed
We bought an IKEA bed half a year ago. In the store it was immediately clear that this item was of high quality. At home, my husband assembled it in 15 minutes. My son liked it right away. I have never heard any squeaking; I found information about it in several reviews. I really like the bed, I’m short, sometimes I lie down on it myself, and my thoughts immediately go back to my childhood. It's a big plus that it's retractable. I also liked that IKEA immediately picked up a transformable mattress and immediately bought all the bedding - this is a huge plus for the store. The bed is made of natural wood, comfortable, and has a stylish and modern design. There is one drawback: I can’t find a chest of drawers or a wardrobe for it. I'm waiting for the replenishment of the assortment in the IKEA store.
Sophie74
https://otzovik.com/review_1136480.html
Advantages:
beautiful, stylish, comfortable, safe
Flaws:
No
I have 2 sons, both of them have a bed like this. We chose it based on functionality: it’s convenient, it can be disassembled, there are three positions, the largest is 2m, i.e. an adult can sleep peacefully. They didn’t want a 2-story building to avoid injury. The bed is easy to move away from the wall, to clean under it, the bottom is slatted, dust does not accumulate under the mattress. The mattress is also easy to wash since everything is removable. The bed is stylish and fits well into the interior. Wood is a natural material, which is important. Wide, comfortable to sleep even for an adult. If the child is sick, you can lie down next to him, there is enough space. Safe, because not high from the floor. If the child falls, there will be no injury. In addition, there are sides, but they are made around the edges. On the one hand, they protect you from falling, on the other hand, they allow you to fully sit on the bed from the side. My children have been sleeping on their beds for the 5th year now, I couldn’t be happier. I won’t change anything until they become adults. No matter how many different cribs I have seen from others, this one is the most interesting in design.
elenbel
https://irecommend.ru/content/neplokhaya-iz-naturalnogo-dereva
We didn’t even doubt whether to take this crib or not. At two and a half years old, the child had his own room and his own “adult” bed. Leksvik. Its undoubted advantage is its naturalness. At first there was a light aroma of pine needles, so fresh and pleasant. Less than 8 thousand for a solid pine tree is an excellent price. But what also impressed me about this crib is that it can “grow” with the child. We bought an Ikea mattress for it, consisting of three parts, we are using two now, and the third is waiting in the wings, but for now it is used as a pillow under the back. The crib has a very clear transformation mechanism, and since the start of use, our crib has grown by 30 cm. And it is spacious in itself.
The crib is good for everyone, there are no questions, the only thing is that in the most visible place the wood is constantly scratched and the paint is peeling off (((This is where the child climbs onto the bed. We’ve already touched up the paint once, and we’ll do it again in the summer. Apparently, solid pine in Lexvik is well very soft. It is clear that they knock on it with toys, climb on the sides in their sandals (boys are such boys), but the scratches spoil the look. Although for such a price for naturalness, this is a trifle. We are planning to buy exactly the same crib for our youngest son in six months, because that he really likes his brother’s bed))
Taryamki
https://irecommend.ru/content/pochti-idealna-11
We bought this bed when our son was 1.5 years old. He slept quietly and peacefully, like a mouse. At first we wanted to buy some kind of children's sofa. But for the same money we could only buy something that I wouldn’t buy myself. And therefore I won’t buy this for my child. That's why we decided to buy a pull-out bed. What attracted me was that the bed changes size, and this is oh so important when living in a Khrushchev-era building. I was also attracted by the small protrusions on the sides. If the child sleeps peacefully, then this is enough to prevent the child from falling out of bed. Beautiful, suitable for both children and teenagers. Which means it's long-lasting. And of course natural materials.
We bought a bed, the main thing is not to forget about the slatted bottom... Of course, we had to suffer, but still we squeezed it into the Daewoo Matiz car)))) So, feel free to take it from someone who has a bigger car - you will get it. They took the mattress another time, there was no more room.
We assembled it in about 20 minutes. Why don’t men like to read instructions? And you don’t even need to read there - clear pictures are drawn. Everything fits, everything is even, smooth. As my husband says: “A construction set for adults.”
On the very first night, it turned out that the son climbed out of bed on his own, and he couldn’t fall asleep. And in order to detain him, I lay down next to him. There was enough space for us, although my legs hung outside the bed. So we can safely say that the bed will withstand anything weighing 70 kg. Recently the bed was extended to the second position. The sleeping area has become 165 cm. I can lie down calmly (it’s a little short, but for a while it’s quite comfortable). The width is enough for the two of us with our son. And today my daughter came third))) But it’s still a single bed.
The downside is the leg in the middle. How many times have I stammered for her? And I'm not the only one. Everything takes turns. Over time, we got used to it and worked out the approach methods))) But sometimes we hit each other again.
This bed is made of wood, of course. But the tree is pine. And this is a soft wood. Just a few days later, dents appeared, the child tapped the back with a hammer. But it could be my son who is so active. But this did not affect the functionality.
And I still can’t figure out how to make this bed so that it looks beautiful. Because of the sides, it’s impossible to tuck the blanket evenly, and it doesn’t look neat. And without a blanket it’s not normal.
Kazyava25
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It took a long time to make the nursery, and finally it was done... And the question arose about a place to sleep for the two queens. And at this moment, Ikea Khimki made a decent discount on Lexvik sliding beds in pine color. And my husband and I went there. To say that we took her calmly is to lie. There were a ton of people in Ikea that day, but we safely made it to the bed in the showroom, copied the articles and rushed to the warehouse. There were four cribs left there, they were in flat boxes, my husband slipped past the carts, I had to go back, by the time we returned - after about 10 minutes, there were only two cribs left. We picked them up and loaded them onto a cart. They immediately took the slatted bottom of the Sultan Lade nearby. And with the mattress came some thoughts. At first I wanted to take a Wissa Skönt with cold polyurethane foam filling, I tried it on installation - I didn’t like it, and when I saw it rolled up in the warehouse, I changed my mind completely and settled on the spring Wissa Vinka for sliding beds. They loaded everything onto the cart, paid for it, bought the obligatory hot dogs and water after the checkout, dragged all the purchases to the car (luckily we have a pickup truck, everything will fit in) and went home. At home we opened the boxes, there was such a charming smell of real wood that I was simply stunned with happiness. We assembled each crib in no more than 20 minutes - clear instructions, all the correct bolts and nuts, carefully processed edges. What she bought me with was solid wood, pine. Then I looked at the receipt with the specifications of the product and was surprised that it was made in Russia. Apparently, ours still work under the control of the Swedes and Dutch. The bed smelled, but the slatted bottom simply smelled!!! Real wood, unique aroma. So, we set up these cribs, put in slatted bottoms, mattresses, made up - well, it’s just yummy. So, I’ll tell you in more detail: Lexvik sliding bed, pine color. Extends to lengths of 138, 170 and 208 with just one unscrewing of the bolts. Wide, 85 cm Slat bottom Sultan Lade. The cross planks are fastened with tarpaulin tape, are very movable, and are fixed to the bed with wooden clamps. The smell of wood is indescribable. Mattress for extendable beds Wissa Vinka. Mattress with a thick blue cover, each spring in a polyurethane cylinder, additionally between the springs is PPU. All zippers are without pulleys, so that a child cannot accidentally open the cover and pull out the filling from the mattress, as it is written in the accompanying sheet on the mattress. Moreover, when I opened it, I was upset that I received a defective mattress with a broken tongue, but it turned out that this was an Ikea precaution. Well done, although in principle I don’t think this measure is very necessary. In any case, my children have never shown any interest in filling mattresses. Consists of three parts - one large mattress 135 by 85 plus two pillows approximately 30 by 85, which are added as the bed lengthens. In general, a solid five stars for cribs from Ikea.
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Our first crib was also a wooden bed from Ikea. This crib was very cheap, but very comfortable and smelled nice of wood. We were very pleased with it and even passed the bed on to another child as an inheritance. Therefore, we also decided to buy a crib from Ikea for our grown daughter.
In terms of all the characteristics, we liked the Lexvik extendable wooden bed. It is wide, comfortable, wooden, and easy to assemble. And how it smells like wood!
My daughter sleeps very comfortably in the crib. I was afraid that my daughter might hit the sides of the bed in her sleep, but that didn’t happen, she didn’t hit the edges. In general, the bed is made of very high quality, it is difficult to get damaged on it.
We also bought a slatted bottom for this bed at the Ikea store for 500 rubles, as well as a Wissa Wackert mattress for this bed, a detailed review with photos of which can be found here
Assembly instructions
The operating principle of the Swedish company IKEA is to assemble purchased goods and furniture yourself. This allows us to reduce prices and simplify transportation to different countries. Each product comes with a step-by-step description of the assembly process itself, with black and white illustrations and a minimum of explanations.
Once you are sure that there is nothing left in the box, you can begin assembly in a well-lit room. The kit includes tools, but it doesn't hurt to bring your own screwdrivers. If you follow the instructions and carefully carry out all operations, then there will be no obstacles in the assembly.
Most popular models
1. Critter is a children's bed made of pine, available in two varieties: with sheep and cats.
2. Minnen - a practical and popular metal model. There is a black and white option.
3. Sundvik is made of pine and fiberboard (back). The bed can be white or gray-brown.
Lexvik
5. Hemnes - white couch with three drawers.
6. Kyura - a double-sided bed, which can be a bunk or an attic.
7. Stuva - a loft bed with a built-in wardrobe or shelving on the side, as well as a tabletop and bedside table on the first tier.
8. Sturo - a one-and-a-half loft bed, available only in white.
9. Tuffing - a bed with a lower height and a central staircase, available only in silver.
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Advantages
A bed that grows with the child and is adapted to his age needs has a number of obvious advantages:
- Budget savings. For many years, from newborn age to primary school, you don’t have to worry about buying another bed for your child’s room. Together with their growing child, parents can increase the length of their sleeping bed.
- Rationality. A bed with a sliding system is compact and does not take up much space, freeing up space for games and other necessary furniture. Can be used as a guest bed, extending as needed.
- Environmental friendliness. The bed from Ikea is made of high-quality, safe materials.
- Practicality. The cost of Ikea furniture is affordable for most consumers. Its laconic design looks attractive and suits different styles of children's room decoration.
- Compactness. The dimensions of wooden beds are 135-208 cm by 90 cm. For iron counterparts, this parameter is 5 cm smaller.
- Durability. The entire Ikea product line has quality indicators that meet the highest standards. Unless, of course, it is fake furniture, with a different sliding mechanism and compressed sawdust instead of natural solid wood. Ikea beds have a proprietary patented sliding mechanism, which is characterized by its simplicity of design and ease of transformation.
- Variety of designs. Ikea tries to please different consumer tastes and produces bed models that are perfect not only for classic nursery interiors, but also for modern design solutions.
How to furnish a nursery using IKEA products
Combine IKEA with other brands in the interior of the nursery
To prevent the room from looking like the photo in the Swedish manufacturer’s catalog, you shouldn’t get carried away with its products. A sign of good taste is a combination of products from different manufacturers. In fact, this advice applies to arranging any room in an apartment, not just a child’s room.
Then it is better to choose decor and textiles in other stores. And vice versa: if you bought the main furniture from other manufacturers, then related products can be purchased in the store of the Swedish brand.
Choose functional furniture
The range of cribs “for growth” is what the Swedish company is famous for. But this is not the only useful option. Judge for yourself.
Bed
If you don’t want to choose a new bed every three years, we recommend paying attention to products with a sliding mechanism. In the photo of the interior, these IKEA cribs look great
- The “Sniglar” and “Gulliver” models have a simpler design; for the latter, you can also purchase a “Vikare” mobile side.
- Busunge is available in two colors: white and pink.
- Sundvik looks a little simpler. But the main part is made from solid pine.
If you don't have much space in your room, you might consider a loft bed. This design is suitable for schoolchildren from 6 years old. This is the wooden model “Stuva/Fritidis”, as well as the more industrial “Vitval”, “Tuffing” and “Svarta”.
Of course, there are also bunk beds for two kids. These are models from the Vitval, Tuffing and Swerta series, as well as the wooden Midal.
Storage system
There are cabinets, shelving, small storage cabinets, chests of drawers and drawers. All items are designed in such a way that even a small child can independently get toys or clothes.
This is a shelving system for storing toys, art supplies and any little thing that is so important to a child. You can choose different colors for both the racks themselves and the containers, and complement the design with hanging shelves and narrow frame cabinets.
Check out other departments
It is not necessary to decorate the interior of a children's room with IKEA products for children. There is a lot of interesting things in other departments.
- If eco-style is close to you, add Branes baskets or Knagglig wooden boxes to your interior.
The student will need a “Weggis”, “Svensås” or “Sösdala” writing board. - It is convenient to place a mobile table for storing books in the nursery. Or create a composition from Eket shelves.
- Don't limit yourself to decor. If the child is over 7 years old, it may make sense to purchase not children’s furniture, but a normal-sized wardrobe or a Kallax-type shelving unit. The same goes for the bed.
Customize
Another piece of advice that can often be heard when purchasing products from a Swedish manufacturer. When decorating the interior of a children's room for schoolchildren, IKEA furniture can be customized together with the child.
Of course, from a practicality and style point of view, it is best to leave the main furniture white. So it will definitely suit both preschoolers and teenagers. But no one forbids repainting cabinets and shelves from the inside.
Another workable option is to paint hanging shelves, come up with fun inscriptions on toy storage containers, or paste stickers on the shelves.
Don't forget about the decor
In real photos of children's IKEA interiors, it is easy to notice the decor, which is not always child-friendly. Especially if this is the room of a teenager or a child of 10-12 years old.
The attention of children under three years old is attracted by bright colors, so toys, paintings, and even textiles can be chosen accordingly.
- Preschool age is all about playing and exploring the world around us. Who didn’t build huts as a child? You can complement the space with a ready-made “Cirkustelt” or “Busa” tent.
- For primary school age, decor with your favorite book and cartoon characters is suitable.
And teenagers can already realize their ideas on their own, think about decorating a room, hanging posters or even repainting, for example, a bookcase.
Review of IKEA transformable mattress models
As mentioned above, mattress sizes for three-piece trundle beds are standard. The products differ only in the type of filler.
VIMSIG
Polyurethane foam mattress with a height of 10 cm with different sides of hardness. Removable quilted cover made of mixed fabric (65% polyester / 35% cotton) quilted with polyester wadding.
OMSINT
Model 12 cm high with a system of independent springs at the base. Felt and polyurethane foam are used as the top flooring. The cover is removable, quilted with polyester wadding. All three parts of the mattress are supplied in separate packages, which protects the small blocks from premature contamination until they are needed.
INNERLIG
The mattress is based on a Bonnell type block with a system of dependent springs. The height of the product is 12 cm. The softening flooring is felt, polyurethane foam and a removable cover made of mixed fabric (62% cotton and 38% polyester), quilted with polyester wadding. It is worth mentioning that the Bonnell dependent spring system is not the most orthopedic base.
NATTSMIG
Mattress 9 cm high with anatomical filling made of highly elastic polyurethane foam. Quilted cover made of mixed fabric. Upper fabric - 64% polyester / 36% cotton. Side fabric - 64% cotton / 36% polyester. Velcro fasteners securely fasten the parts of the mattress together.
PLUTTEN
A budget model with a height of 7 cm with polyurethane foam filling and a simplified version of the cover made of non-woven propylene.
What are mattresses for sliding beds?
The mattress for a transformable bed from IKEA is an item consisting of three parts. The dimensions of the main part are 130 x 80 cm. Two additional tabs (in the area of the legs and head) have the same dimensions - 35 x 80 cm each.
Reference! The dimensions of the bed box are similar for all four models of sliding beds. Therefore, the width of transformable mattress models is standard.
The height of mattress models varies from 7 cm to 12 cm and depends on the type of filler.
Transformable beds
Transforming models differ from a classic bed in the presence of cabinets and shelves. Sometimes such a crib has a changing table, and for older children - a pull-out table for lessons. This is a convenient and practical option for those families who do not want or cannot spend a lot of money on buying new furniture. Another plus is compactness and versatility: the child is growing, and only transformers can fit the size of a grown baby. They can be extended and adjusted in levels.
Almost all cribs can change the bottom height
The position varies from two to five: this is especially important for those who place the crib next to the parent's. Then it needs to be adjusted to one level
The younger the child, the easier it is to place him higher. This makes it easier to put the baby to sleep and pick him up. But the sides should not be very low: the required height is up to the baby’s armpits.
Varieties
Two-tier models are divided into varieties. Each type has its own advantages and preferred locations for placement.
Attic model
A loft bed is a structure where the sleeping place is located on the second floor, and a workplace can be placed on the first floor.
This is an excellent solution for a small studio where saving space comes first.
On the ground floor you can place not only a workplace, but also a relaxation area for guests by placing a sofa and tables there.
These options come in double and single beds.
White loft bed for children's room
There are beds on both tiers
Models with sleeping places on two tiers are a classic version of a two-tier design.
Models can be corner and have not 2, but 4 sleeping places. Such structures are located in the corner of the room. The sleeping places are located at right angles to each other.
This type of furniture is mainly used in children's rooms.Transformable sofa
A transforming sofa is a structure that folds out into a two-tier one. It is an excellent solution for rooms for various purposes.
The transformable sofa can be placed in the living room, children's room, kitchen or bedroom. It looks like a regular sofa and doesn't take up much space. But if necessary, it turns into a compact two-tier model.
Transformable children's bunk bed
Bed-wardrobe-sofa
This trio includes both a sofa and a wardrobe. The sleeping place is moved upstairs and is not visible. If necessary, she simply descends onto the sofa perpendicularly.
Such options are used in one-room apartments. They save space due to their versatility.
Corner sofa-bed-wardrobe
It's more fun together
If several children live in the room, then the best solution would be an IKEA bunk bed for children. It not only helps to save space, but also creates an inimitable atmosphere.
In the form of a couch, the children have a whole floor of space to play. Parents should keep in mind that the eldest child should sleep upstairs, and his age cannot be less than three or four years.
The Midal and Nordal models are two-story IKEA children's beds. Reviews of them are excellent in both cases, although the models are presented in different price ranges. The difference here is not in the material (both beds are made of solid pine), but in the design. “Nordal” can simply be converted into two separate beds, which can come in handy when the children grow up. True, the price of this option is almost three times more than that of Midal: 17,000 rubles instead of 6,000.
Both designs allow you to strengthen the staircase on both the right and left sides, and also require self-assembly.
Special furniture will help create a unique interior in the children's room, in which children will be curious to grow and talk. Let the experts take care of space planning, freeing up your attention for the people and activities you love. After all, maybe soon you will again hear the voice of your own baby, who can sing and laugh loudly.
Mattress
When purchasing any of the Ikea beds, you will have to additionally purchase a mattress, since it is not included in the package. The most correct decision is to purchase a mattress from the same manufacturer, but taking into account the following parameters:
- The length of the mattress should not be the same size as the base of the bed, but at least 2-3 centimeters less, otherwise the mattress will not fit into the assembled frame.
- Children under 12 years of age are recommended to sleep on a hard or semi-hard mattress, because the spine is still developing and needs fixation.
- It is desirable that the inner filling be wool or coconut fiber. Dust quickly accumulates in cotton or foam rubber, it becomes deformed in a short time and wears out, bringing discomfort to the body during sleep.
Turill pillow
Turill pillow
We have written more than once that the quality of home accessories in Ikea leaves much to be desired: 6 products from Ikea that disappointed us after a month.
Another item in the block of anti-purchases for the home is the Turill pillow. Outwardly, it seems interesting, but! The cover rustles and is unpleasant to the touch (quite literally), the filling gets crushed even under your fingers. Unnatural shine makes the situation worse. If you have the same pillow, write to us how you placed it in the interior. Ideally, it is better to buy pillows with high-quality filling, and the cover for them could well be Gurley, which contains environmentally friendly cotton.
Material
The material from which Ikea now makes children's furniture varies. These include solids of various trees and iron; beds are often made from chipboard and MDF, and there are even forged models.
It is generally accepted that furniture made from these materials is durable and can withstand considerable weight. Unfortunately, this is not always what happens. The use of low-quality materials for the manufacture of MDF and chipboards leads to an unreliable sleeping place.
There is an erroneous assumption that structures made of chipboard and MDF can have a negative impact on human internal organs. This is absolutely not true; all products are carefully tested for environmental friendliness.
This bed looks great in any interior, it becomes its basis, all other furniture is matched to the bed. Such beds are suitable for both girls and boys, both small children and adults.
Wooden beds are the most comfortable and durable to use. They simply have no equal in this. The only trouble may be a wood beetle, which can “eat” the furniture in two years.
Iron and wrought iron beds are very rare. They look cool, they are very reliable in operation and can serve for a long time.
Baby's sleep
There comes a time when the baby becomes too big for the cradle and it’s time for him to move to a larger bed. The most popular options are “Kyura”, “Mammut” and “Minnen”.
Now, when the baby begins to actively grow, many parents prefer to invest once and buy a huge “adult” bed. Such a sleeping place is not very useful for the baby: it will take him a long time to get used to it and experience discomfort from the immensity of the bed. What should I do? Adapted models or transformers are ideal. These particular IKEA children's beds receive the best reviews.
