Main advantages of the crib
This crib is very popular due to the fact that it is very comfortable and practical, combining several functions.
As a rule, the crib in this design is located at the top, and at the bottom you can place anything you like: a table, cabinets or drawers.
It depends on your preferences, tastes and needs. As a rule, this is discussed in advance with the customer: color, shape, size, etc.
Why are such beds in demand? Let's consider the advantages and disadvantages of this design:
- Multifunctionality. Such designs are very roomy, and there is also enough space below to put things. A loft bed can be a great place for a child to study; it can accommodate a computer and books on the shelves. Or instead of a table, you can put a comfortable sofa with a locker for things.
- The most interesting thing is that the lower tier can be changed whenever it is convenient for you. Children grow, and after this the furniture changes for more comfortable use.
- Allows you to save a lot of space. You don't have to worry if the room doesn't have enough space for a bed, closet or desk. A loft bed will certainly solve this problem; you will even have free space that can be used for anything, be it an armchair, a chest of drawers or a small sofa.
- Financial savings. The design combines a desk, a bed, and a cabinet. And most importantly, such designs have different prices, you can choose the one you can afford.
- Excellent organization of space. It’s not easy to teach a child to have order in his room, but with such a bed it will be much easier for him to do it.
- Large selection of designs. There are many original cribs that attract with their colors and combinations of colors, unusual shapes and designs.
In the assortment it is easy to find models of loft beds that can be transformed. For example, a bed with a slide and a house can be replaced with a table and a computer and other accessories installed.
Design and color
A loft bed should be chosen in accordance with the overall style of the interior, the age and interests of the child. Popular models today come in a wide variety of designs and colors. The main thing is that the furniture is not very bright, as saturated or acidic shades can tire the eyesight. Designers recommend choosing light loft beds for small rooms. In other cases, color and design depend more on the age and gender of the child:
- For girls, light models, yellow or pink tones are suitable. You can choose furniture made in turquoise, green or beige shades. Loft beds are produced in the form of a princess castle, dollhouse, and carriage. They can be decorated with flowers and images of your favorite cartoon characters.
- Boys often choose discreet dark colors - green, blue, brown. They like models designed in the form of a car, a fire truck, a pirate or space ship, or a knight's castle. Often the room for boys is supplemented with sports equipment: ropes, slides, wall bars, rings, punching bag. Some of them can be placed under the bed.
- A teenage loft bed can be made in black, grey, brown or white with bright details. When designing, strict lines and restrained forms are used. Most often, such models are made from natural materials: wood or metal.
Types and sizes of loft beds with a sofa, their advantages
Different furniture design options allow you to choose a bed that suits your child’s interests, which will help develop imagination and improve mood.
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Teenage
Types of loft beds
There are beds for both one child and two. Their difference lies in the presence of lockers, a table, toys and other things.
The most popular models are models with cabinets in which the child’s things will be stored, a loft bed with a desk so that the child can do homework, or there should be a sports area, all at the discretion of the parents.
Nowadays you can find many similar products on the market, not all of them are of high quality and you should be careful when choosing a model. You can get acquainted with this design on the Internet by looking at a photo of a children's loft bed.
Manufacturing materials
A wooden children's bed is considered the most optimal in all respects. Environmentally friendly material, light and pleasant to the touch, does not cause allergies and does not emit harmful substances. A loft bed made of solid wood will easily fit into any interior. The most affordable raw material is pine, but its disadvantage is its softness - scratches quickly appear on the surface of such products. An attic made of solid oak or beech wood is more expensive, but lasts longer. In some cases, only the frame is made of wood.
Variety of loft beds for children over 3 years old, their advantages
A cheaper option is chipboard or fiberboard. Such materials can emit harmful substances, so you need to check that the board itself is laminated on both sides and all edges are tightly closed. For a children's bed, MDF is more suitable, as it is not impregnated with resins, holds screws well, and is durable.
For teenagers, loft beds are often made of metal. They are stronger and can withstand more weight. In addition, the structures are heavy and difficult to turn over. This furniture design fits better into the interior of a modern teenage room. But metal can be dangerous, so it is often used only for the frame, and the overlays and stairs are made of wood.
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Classical
The classic model is standard; as a rule, it has one sleeping place, and the bottom is equipped in accordance with the wishes of the parents. The height is selected based on the age of the child.
For preschoolers, it is recommended to take cribs from 130 cm to 160 cm, and for older children, cribs up to 180 cm are preferable.
What sets are there with the bed:
- Unusual contrasting decor of the design. Anything can be depicted on the bed: ships, castles, animals, ocean waves.
- Options with an empty lower tier are very comfortable and easy to use. If desired, the empty area can be transformed into a spacious sports area in the future.
- An excellent solution would be to purchase a corner loft bed. It has two sleeping places, which is very comfortable and does not take up a lot of room space.
- Designs with two berths located below.
- Can be combined with a sofa below or another fold-out sofa. This option is very convenient for those who often have guests at home overnight.
Undoubtedly, decor plays an important part, but color is no less important. The color is selected depending on the gender of the child. If you have a boy and a girl, then the crib can be made in neutral colors such as green, purple or classic beige.
A canopy can be an excellent addition. This is a fabric that covers the place where the baby sleeps.
Selection rules
When choosing a loft bed for a child, you should be guided by the principle of safety. The corners should be rounded, the steps should be wide, the sides of the bed should be high and located on all sides. The structure itself should not be shaky; all elements should be securely fastened.
It is also important what material the children's loft bed is made of. Ideally, it will be natural wood - an environmentally friendly, “breathable” material.
Considering that in a few years the furniture will still have to be changed as the child grows up, you can choose more affordable chipboard and MDF. The main thing is that the material does not release toxic substances into the air.
The height of the upper tier is best determined by the height of the child. If the model assumes a work area as the lower tier, then the student should not touch the bed with his head while sitting at the table.
For very young children, a bed located at a level accessible to parental hands is suitable, because a child who is fussy at night will need to be calmed down.
A loft bed for a child’s room is a universal solution for cramped conditions in an apartment. In addition, all children, without exception, like this two-story furniture - a place where they can sleep, play, study and receive guests will become the most favorite in the house.
Bed with work area
An excellent solution would be to purchase a children's loft bed with a work area if your child is already in school. It is very convenient to use, since the top tier is always a bed, selected according to the child’s age, and below is a desk where the child can calmly do homework, place his writing utensils and books on shelves or racks.
There must be a comfortable chair that will not cause discomfort.
Such designs have a wide variety of types of tables:
- A classic table, straight design, the tabletop can be semicircular or rectangular;
- Retractable tabletops are considered the most camphor-friendly. It can be removed or vice versa at any time;
- A corner table allows you to significantly save space below;
- A computer table, usually accompanied by drawers and cabinets.
The table should reach 60 m in length and width, but no less. Also, the height of the table is determined based on the height of the child himself, but the design should not be less than 60-80 cm. A children's loft bed with a wardrobe goes very harmoniously with everything.
Choosing a loft bed for a girl or a boy
When purchasing a loft bed, you need to make sure it is reliable. Low wooden models are suitable for younger children. A teenager can choose a metal structure. Pay attention to all the fastenings, as well as the sides and stairs. The height of the sides should be such that the child does not fall while actively moving in the bed. Check the stability of the steps and their width. The child should be able to overcome them easily even in a sleepy state.
Today, various configurations of loft beds are sold, from which the optimal models are selected:
- Classic loft bed - the design includes a sleeping place on the second “floor”, a ladder, supports, as well as free lower space. The child will use it based on his needs.
- With a sofa below - a popular model for a teenager's room. This configuration includes a sleeping place at the top, and a comfortable sofa in the lower zone. The child will rest on it during the day and receive friends.
- With a work area - a current option for schoolchildren. The package includes supports, a berth, a ladder, and a table. This model of loft bed can be equipped with shelves, cabinets and bedside tables.
- With a closet underneath, it's a great sleeping area with convenient storage underneath. The wardrobe can be wardrobe, compartment or corner.
Operating experience
One of the downsides is that the crib may not be stable. Children love to play and jump at this age, so it is possible that the bed may turn over.
Based on this, follow these recommendations:
- After purchase, strengthen all fastenings for structural strength;
- Attach the bed to the wall for security.
Another disadvantage is the insufficient height of the railings. There have already been several cases of children falling out of bed in their sleep, so for safety it is better to make the railing yourself. You can do the same with the stairs.
Loft bed - what is it? Design Features
The main difference from a bunk bed is the empty space on the bottom tier. Depending on the characteristics of a particular furniture model, the lower tier can be completely empty or equipped with additional pieces of furniture. If there is nothing below, you can put any furniture to your liking.
The loft bed has a number of positive features.
- Significantly saves space in the room.
- The zoning of the room becomes more flexible; you can combine the sleeping area with a work area, a dressing room or a play area.
- Modern furnishings of this type are attractive. Will complement any design.
There are also disadvantages, quite a lot of them.
- Despite all the efforts of manufacturers, the furniture is not the safest. The risk of falling always remains, and children can also fall while playing.
- Heated air, poor in oxygen, always rises. As a result, the upper tier is always stuffy and hot.
- If the lower tier is turned into a work area, lighting problems may arise. Additional lighting will have to be provided.
- Making a bed is quite difficult.
- If a person is afraid of heights, he will feel uncomfortable on such a bed.
Photo of a children's loft bed
Best models and brands (+ price range)
Today in furniture stores you will find a large assortment of loft beds from Russian and foreign manufacturers.
On Internet sites you can purchase a loft bed from the manufacturer.
Among Russian factories, it is worth taking a closer look at such brands as Mebelgrad, Formula Furniture, and Krasnaya Zvezda. The lower limit of the price range for a wooden bed is 10,000 rubles, which is quite inexpensive.
The distance between the ceiling and the bed, as well as between the bed and the bottom of the structure, should be sufficient so that your child does not hit these elements.
Thanks to our article, you got acquainted with the types of loft beds for children, their capabilities, pros and cons. Please take into account everything we have told you when making a future purchase. Discuss with your child the loft bed, what functionality he would like and what design. Together you can choose the best option available on the market.
Most buyers prefer wooden structures because they are the most reliable and natural.
Designs with a separately located ottoman on the lower tier
For older boys, a loft bed with an ottoman or sofa on the lower level is a good choice. They are suitable for sleeping and relaxing, and the space inside is used to place things. There are products with soft backs and beautiful cushions.
There are two types of designs.
- A sofa built into the overall structure. Its value lies in its stylish and compact form. The disadvantage is the inability to unfold it.
- With a separate sofa located under the bed. It can later be removed and the lower level can be equipped with a work area.
Such designs use canapé models that complement the rest of the structure.
