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How to cope with laziness and fatigue? How to choose a children's bunk bed - important tips Which bunk beds are best to buy

Date: 2015-12-28

A bunk bed is a desirable piece of furniture for many children and their parents; it is a child’s dream, his world, which is interesting and cozy, where he can realize his super activity and mobility. It is interesting, first of all, because he, accustomed to looking from below to above due to his height, now sees everything from above, which even adults cannot do!

Parents also like a bunk children's bed: in one area you can place as many as two beds or a bed and a set of children's furniture necessary, freeing up a lot of free space. Child psychologists believe that for a harmonious mental and physical development children require their own space and free space to each.

Choosing the best bunk children's bed.

Furniture factories Currently, many models of children's (and adults too) beds that correspond to the concept of “bunk bed” are produced.

Firstly, this is a classic bunk bed - a bed model with two sleeping places located one above the other (two tiers). At the same time, the second tier is located quite high from the floor (up to 2 meters) and can be reached by stairs. The ladder can be built-in, attached, with drawers for storing things and toys, retractable on wheels with a stopper, etc. The main requirement for it is safety and convenience for children.

Secondly, this is a bunk bed with a retractable second tier, a kind of bed - a matryoshka doll. In this case, the second tier is located very low from the floor (1 - 1.1 meters) and a ladder is not required. These beds are comfortable and safe for young children and are also suitable for teenagers. A bunk pull-out bed is appropriate in the room of one child; the pull-out bed in this case is used as a guest bed.

Thirdly, this is a loft bed: the sleeping place is located on the second tier, and on the first tier you can place a sofa for daytime rest and games, or furniture for storage and a work area. A loft bed is usually intended for one child, but if you place a second bed or a sofa bed below and get a second sleeping place, in any case, space savings are obvious. Unlike a bunk bed, here a second bed or sofa can be placed perpendicular to the upper tier.

In all the examples considered, the models of children's beds differ, but each of them, of course, has its own advantages that are common to all. Which model to choose depends only on your specific conditions and preferences.

Bunk bed safety

And only one thought worries parents - how safe is this, albeit functional, bed for children?

Remember the words of A.S. Pushkin: “and experience is the son of difficult mistakes and genius is the friend of paradoxes.”

If you protect children from all dangerous objects, you can deprive them of this much-needed “experience”; of course, teaching your child basic safety rules from his first attempts to communicate with the outside world - the main task parents. Based on numerous reviews from parents on the Internet, you can find out that there have been no cases of children falling from bunk beds - safety is built into the design.

Main criteria for selection

1. 1. The quality of the material from which the bunk bed is made is one of the important selection criteria. It is best if the children's bed is made of wood - the safest, warmest, most pleasant to the touch natural material. The price of a bed will also depend on the type of wood; for example, beds made of birch, oak or beech will cost more than those made of pine. Bunk beds look original with metal frame, they differ in the ability to produce various openwork decorations and the “airiness” of the design.
   
   
2. 2. Strength and stability of the structure are the main safety requirements for children's furniture. Most the right way To test the strength of a bunk bed, parents can test it by sitting on the upper and lower tiers. If the bed has withstood the weight and dimensions of the parents and is stable and does not rock, the test has been passed. For additional security, it would be good to attach it with screws to the main wall.
   
   
3. 3. A safe, stable staircase, preferably with comfortable, polished handrails. Pay attention to the angle of inclination of the stairs: the safest is one installed not strictly vertically, but with an inclination. Step ladders, as if made up of storage boxes, are very convenient, practical and, most importantly, safe. Such stairs can be retractable, taking up little space during the day, despite their relative bulkiness.
   
   
4. 4. The height of the sides of the upper tier (and the sides are required) must be at least 30 cm from the mattress to ensure the safety of the child while sleeping. You should carefully select the height of the mattress. Sides are sometimes required for the lower bed if the child is active even in sleep. In this case, you can use high enough removable sides so that the lower tier can be used during the day as a sofa or ottoman. By the way, an additional overhead removable side can be used for the second tier. These sides can be purchased separately.
   
   
5. 5. The height of the upper tier from the floor should be comfortable for the child. In this case, you should take into account: is it comfortable for the child to sit, go to bed, go down or up the stairs, and make the bed? We choose the optimal distance between tiers so that not only a child, but also an adult can sit comfortably on the lower tier. You can choose a model with the function of adjusting the height of the tiers.
   
   
6. 6. Dimensions sleeping place on a bunk children's bed, it is better to choose from 170 to 200 cm in length, this will save money - you will not have to buy new beds in the coming years, despite fast growth child.
   
   
7. 7. The ability to transform the model into two separate beds is optional, but useful criterion, which will make it easy to change the interior of the nursery, of course, if the children also want it.
   
   
8. 8. The design of a bunk bed can be very different, you can find many on the market interesting models. In this matter, it is best to rely on the future owners themselves - the children, but unobtrusive advice from parents will be appropriate.

• Choosing durable furniture
• What parameters still need to be taken into account?

A bunk bed is a very comfortable and economical piece of furniture. It is great for families with several children and total area the dwelling is small. Thanks to it, you can comfortably accommodate your children and do not need to allocate a lot of space for it in the children's room. But in order for your purchase not to disappoint, you should know how to choose a bunk bed. There are a number of specific recommendations that must be followed. But before we get to them, let’s talk about exactly what models such furniture is represented by.

Drawing of a bunk bed.

What types of bunk beds are there?

In the store you will definitely be amazed by the selection of bunk beds, because it is more than wide. Moreover, the entire range can be divided into several types. So, there are two-tier models, which are based on 2 sleeping places at once: one at the top and the second at the bottom. You can find beds that are equipped with a sofa on the 1st tier. On the 2nd floor there is a direct sleeping area. Manufacturers also offer furniture models that are equipped with a small cabinet and desk on the 1st tier, and on the 2nd floor there is the bed itself.

Accordingly, if you have 2 children, then you should choose furniture that has 2 sleeping places or is equipped with a sofa, since it can be moved apart and your child can be comfortably placed on it. If you only have one child, then it is better to buy a bed that has a table and a cabinet. Then it will be possible to create a real workplace under it, where you can do homework and do household crafts.

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Choosing durable furniture

Assembly drawing for a bunk bed.

In the meantime, let’s look at a bunk bed in detail, how to choose it, because here you need to pay attention to many characteristics. First of all, you need to make sure that the product is durable. First you need to check the legs of the bunk bed. They must be highly resistant. Even minimal swaying is not allowed. You should not choose models that are equipped with beautiful, thin, shaped supports. They are neither stable nor durable. At active game They may break on the bed. Opt for furniture with thick and durable legs.

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Now you need to check the reliability of the bed itself. Here it is recommended to put it to the real test. Climb to the top tier yourself. If the furniture does not wobble while climbing it, this indicates its high strength. This bed is perfect for children. Therefore, you can buy it without fear. If, during the ascent to the upper floor, the two-tier structure wobbles, then immediately refuse to purchase it. After all, it won’t last long, which means you and your children will be disappointed in the purchase.

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Making a choice in favor of safety

Size chart for bunk beds with wardrobe.

To protect your child from falling and getting injured while sleeping and playing on a bunk bed, you need to pay attention Special attention her safety. You should not purchase models that have a sleeping area on the 2nd floor without sides. It should be noted that their presence alone does not guarantee that the child will not accidentally fall out of bed. You need to pay attention to their height. After all, if the sides are small, then the safety of the two-tier structure is out of the question. They will not protect the child from falling. Preference should be given to those beds that are equipped with sides that are at least 35 cm high. It is these bunk models that will allow you not to worry about the safety of children while playing and sleeping.

If you nevertheless decide to choose furniture without sides, then you will immediately need to ask yourself the question of how to secure the bed? For such structures, manufacturers offer special limiters in the form of varnished boards with a width of 30 to 50 cm. They can be installed on a bed located on the second tier. Thanks to them, the child will not fall.

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The safety of a bunk bed is also affected by the design of the stairs. It must be equipped with comfortable handrails. Her steps should be wide enough. It should not be installed strictly vertically, but at a slight slope. Using such a staircase, it will be convenient for children to climb to the upper tier and then descend from it. In this case, it is necessary that it be fixed directly to the bed frame. The stairs should not be separated, otherwise there is a risk of the child falling.

Bed ladder design diagram.

The distance between tiers is another criterion that affects the safety of such furniture. It is necessary to make sure that the child will sit comfortably on the lower floor of the bed, and that when rising from it, he will not touch his head on the upper berth. In addition, you will need to find out whether it will be comfortable for a child who will sleep on the 2nd tier to lie down and get up. After all, if you have enough at home low ceilings, then difficulties may arise. In this case, you should not buy furniture that is too high.

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Pay attention to the material of the bed

Many parents want to choose a bunk bed that is not only durable and safe, but also environmentally friendly and durable. The last 2 parameters are affected by the material from which it is made. Natural wood is considered the best. It is environmentally friendly and does not harm health.

It is believed that the most durable bunk beds are made of beech, oak or birch.

But it should be noted that the cost of such products is quite high level. And if it is not yet possible to allocate a significant budget for the purchase of a two-tier structure for a children's room, then choose models made of pine, as they are inexpensive.

If you decide to buy a bed made of chipboard, then you should definitely read the hygiene certificate for it. It must indicate the safety indicators of such furniture. Particular attention should be paid to the level of formaldehyde; it should be within minimal limits. At the same time, you should know that bunk beds made of chipboard do not have a very long lifespan. Of course, their purchase turns out to be very economical, but if you compare the cost with the duration of operation, it will not be so low. Therefore, it is better to think about buying furniture for the children's room. natural wood, even if it’s made of pine.

For owners of a small apartment, a bunk bed is the only option for choosing a sleeping place that occupies a smaller area. Bunk beds for toddlers are great play area and amazing house.

Such beds have a number of other advantages:

1. The presence of a two-tier structure provides children with free space to play.
2. Save space and money.
3. For each child you will provide personal space for their thoughts and fantasies.

Selection rules

When choosing a bunk bed, you need to pay special attention to the reliability and strength of the structure. The supports must be stable, avoid even the slightest wobble.

Choose strong and wide legs rather than shaped supports. The best option To check the strength of the bed, he will climb onto the second tier, and the parent, not the baby, needs to climb on.

Another important factor when choosing a bunk bed is the height of the side on the top bed. Because the main task of parents is to ensure the safety of the child’s life. The height of the side must be at least 30 cm.

Also, when choosing such a bed, consider the distance between the lower and upper tiers. If an adult sits quietly on the lower bed, then this distance is considered ideal.

But you shouldn’t place the top cot very high, otherwise the child who is lucky enough to sleep on top will be uncomfortable.
Don't forget the stairs.

It’s better to choose one with comfortable handrails, non-slip bars and the ability to install it at a certain angle.

Bed material

Naturally, furniture for children should be made from environmentally friendly materials. Therefore, it is better to choose natural wood. When ordering a bunk bed, give preference to beech, birch or oak.

Pine is considered a budget option. She is also good materials for the manufacture of such a bed, it simply has a shorter service life. Experts recommend not purchasing beds made of metal. They are the most dangerous.

The main thing is to remember that when choosing children's furniture, be sure to consult with your child. After all, his opinion plays a huge role, since he will have to live and create coziness and comfort in his room. Therefore, furniture should please him and give him pleasure.

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Wooden bed - space saving in small rooms

Bunk bed offers original solution organize an interesting space in the nursery. A traditional wooden bunk bed is designed with two single beds stacked firmly on top of each other, with access to the upper bed via a ladder. Most of these beds can be separated and used as regular ones if desired. The beds are assembled with safety in mind. The top bunk has guards to prevent the child from falling out. The ladder, with anti-slip blocks attached to the steps, is locked in place. The base is made of solid bars that are screwed to the side rails, preventing them from moving. Beds are made from hard wood: pine, maple, oak, cherry - materials that offer opportunities for stylish finishing:

• waxing;
• staining;
• whitewash.

A white bunk bed ideally maximizes space, which is especially important if sisters share one nursery. It would be great to hang a decoration on the wall above each bunk or sign the name of each girl in an original way, personalizing each place, use cute pink and white patchwork quilts, place white wicker baskets under the bed to store things. Bed from natural material- Always a good choice. Wood is easy to clean and does not cause allergies; it brings warmth and comfort to the room. The design of a children's room should be thought out with great attention. Beautiful room shapes children's taste.

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Elegant bunk beds made of durable wood

The colorful galaxy of bunk bed options available today is dizzying, especially for the uninitiated consumer, but there are basic criteria to help narrow down the choice that will work specifically for your needs:

• material;
• design;
• style.

The main aspect that is taken into account when choosing a bed is the material. Regardless of design and style, bunk beds are primarily made from wood and metal.

Metal bunk bed

The price of a bed made of natural wood is steep. Alternatively, a less expensive option is made of metal. Gone are the days when metal bunk beds were strongly associated with the army and were synonymous with discomfort. Modern look they represent open airy structures and are becoming a trend in children's rooms. Easy to assemble, elegant, durable and safe - something that meets consumer expectations. The beds are equipped with permanent (welded) ladders. At correct design a room with such a bed in the room will be very comfortable. Versatile choice for boys and girls - beds with a silver-plated frame.

A bed with a table is functional furniture for a schoolchild

Which bunk bed design is better to choose? Manufacturers offer bunk beds various configurations, emphasizing different features, and headset models. The choice for whom the bed will be intended - for boys or girls, kids or teenagers - depends. You only need to decide which features are most important in specific circumstances, and Ikea will come to the rescue, proving that it is not difficult to create a stylish and neat children's room in the smallest possible space. The beds are thoughtfully designed, combining simplicity and functionality, have built-in storage drawers, are equipped with wardrobes, desks... Bunk bed with table – smart idea for a child school age. This bed does not have a lower bunk, but offers comfortable work area for classes. A sofa can easily fit into the free space of the room.

Bunk bed with wardrobe

Ask the kids and they'll tell you that bunk beds are super cool! Every girl's dream is a bunk bed with a closet in which she will place all her outfits and other items. Having decided to choose such a bed, you will need to think about the decorations of the room. Don't be afraid of color! Some bright accents, colored “splashes” create a completely different atmosphere in the room. Colorful wallpaper, fashionable posters on the walls, picturesque rugs, pillows, and original bedding sets play an important role in the nursery. They will enhance the landscape of the room, make it look like a fairy tale, and bring lightness and joy. Each child has different desires and dreams, it is the parents' responsibility to find The best decision for a children's room, which will create comfort, coziness, safety, making it at the same time well organized. The bunk bed with wardrobe is specially designed to manage the clutter in the children's room.

Recently, the model of a bunk bed with a sofa has been in demand. There are models for adults and for children, designed for consumers trying to save money every square meter space. They are made using new technologies and are excellent in quality and functionality. Futon models are very popular, available in wooden and metal versions, different styles(modern, traditional, Provençal and Japanese style...) and finishing. Easy to use, they fit into any interior and look good in adult bedrooms and children's rooms. Combining excellent ergonomics with pleasant aesthetics, they are especially interesting for teenagers.

When the question arises about the design and furnishing of a teenager’s room, all conditions are certainly discussed with him. At a certain point, children come to the conclusion that they are almost adults and dream of getting rid of the symbols of childhood. Rooms filled with soft toys, construction sets, soldiers or dolls begin to irritate them. The first task is to choose the main color scheme. Light blue is suitable for the main background, but it does not have to be the same color; green accents will help, which will make the walls look fresher and more pleasant. A gray bed is ideal for such a background. If the owner of the room is a carefree, cheerful teenager - preference for sunny yellow color(background) and green beds.

Transformable bunk bed

Innovative design, with an intuitive and safe adjustment mechanism that allows you to convert a three-seater sofa into a full bunk bed. An excellent alternative for small apartments, saving a lot of space in any room. Beds are available with low and high armrests and are equipped with removable mattresses.

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Bed with a slide - fantasies are limitless

Open the door to a world of imagination with a designer bunk bed. The designs are created with an emphasis on a specific theme (from a popular film or book) and are aimed mainly at young children. They are lower in height than traditional bed, equipped gaming features, tents or slides. A bed with a slide, which is the dream of many children, is suitable for a large nursery. The shape of the bed is a very important factor when decorating a nursery. With such a multifunctional design that combines a bed and a play space, children's joy will know no bounds. By using vertical space, it allows children to play, sleep, organize and put away their belongings in one tidy area without compromising the rest of the room. If your child is lazy, this perfect way convince him to leave the bed - he will love to roll down the slide from the bed every morning.

The loft bed is an amazing place that is easy to a short time transform into a knight's castle, a pirate ship or a house for a princess.

Bunk bed for one child

When choosing a bunk bed for one child, its style and color scheme play a big role. Style is an aspect that determines external impressions, textured nuances that correspond to the environment.

• Traditional style offers a timeless and always modern look.
• Rustic style conjures up pastoral images. A rustic style bed is made from natural, often untreated (unpainted) wood.
• Art Nouveau style returns to the mid-twentieth century, emphasizing the spectacular, clean forms of the bed, combining its functional and aesthetic values ​​into a single whole.
• Modern style embraces many variations on different themes (as long as they are not "outdated", they are fresh and original).
• An industrial style bunk bed, which is assembled using metal and wood, represents robust construction in a factory style.

Blue and White color works well for both girls and boys. The girl will love shades of pink and light green. The lower part of her pink and lime bunk bed is ideal for organizing a place to meet and play with girlfriends. Additionally in the recreation area:

• add a pink ottoman;
• add shelving above the bed for toys, which should match the design of the bed, forming a unified look with it.

Bunk bed in industrial style black, complemented big table and comfortable red chairs, you will like it to the modern child. For boys, their love for superheroes is used as a starting point - graphic posters and bedding sets on the corresponding theme correspond to this.

Bed for children of different genders

A good idea for a room shared by children of different sexes is to place the bunks of the bunk bed not in the same direction, but perpendicular to each other. For such a case, choose a bed modular system. The modular block is black and cozy places (niches) above each bed provide ample space for storing children's things. Bed dress, other furniture, toys in bright orange color palette will create a fun atmosphere. In a bedroom that does not aim to emphasize the gender differences of children, a bed made in white and green looks advantageous color scheme. An interesting choice - a bed in a rustic style (made of light wood) against the background of walls painted in grey colour, dark wood floors. The bed ladder is also considered as a multifunctional object - effective area for storing toys, books, sports equipment.

Bed for children of different ages

When planning to buy a bunk bed, parents see it as a way to free up some space, but certain principles must be followed. The movable ladder will appeal to older children (but is not safe for small children). Some beds have built-in stairs, providing safe way get to the top. If you have a lot of clothes or other items that require storage, it is better to choose bed options that have drawers under the bottom bunk. Great option– bunk bed with wardrobe. Choosing a bed that can rotate the bottom bunk to create an L-shape will add aesthetic variety.

Adult bunk bed

A bunk bed for an adult represents a completely different type of design. Original design it can be double and have a king size mattress. Bed "raised in the air" - great choice For small apartment with limited space. It allows you to use it as functionally as possible. The advantage is that it creates a private area of ​​peace and quiet, and under the bed you can place other furniture - a desk or computer desk or bookshelf, chest of drawers or sofa. If you choose the bed correctly, matching it with the rest of the furniture in the room, then stylish atmosphere in the interior is guaranteed. Today, bunk beds have become a favorite theme for many designers who prefer functional and attractive designs.

Advantages of making a custom bed

Bunk beds are available in a wide range of furniture stores, with side and front stairs, combining tables, sofas, having other options, thematically oriented. But there are situations when it is not possible to choose a design for a very small children’s or living room. In this case, most manufacturers are ready to help the consumer by making a bed custom size from quality material by special order.

Is it possible to make a bunk bed on your own?

A bunk bed is a practical choice when space is at a premium, but it doesn't come cheap. The good news is that a person with carpentry skills, materials and tools can easily build it with his own hands, following instructions and taking into account safety standards.

First you need to measure the floor area and ceiling height (the height of the space between the mattress of the upper bunk and the ceiling should be at least a meter). When assembling a bed with your own hands great importance has also the choice of the right mattress.

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Saving space is far from the only advantage that a two-story bed for children has. Modern designers offer a huge range of functional beds in two tiers, which not only allow you to organize a comfortable sleeping place, but also at the same time create an area for games and storage of children's things and toys. A two-tier bed is of particular interest to owners of a children's room. A significant advantage savings are also in favor family budget, since the cost of purchasing a two-story bed will be lower than the investment for purchasing two separate pieces of furniture.

On furniture market stationary and built-in models are presented. According to their intended purpose, children's bunk beds are divided into products for one, two or more children.

According to psychologists, it is advisable to buy a bed with two tiers when the difference between children does not exceed 4 years. In this case, the gender of the children does not matter.

When arranging a children's room for one child, it has become popular to use a loft bed. In the upper part of the structure there is a full-fledged sleeping place, the lower part can be represented by a working or play area, or a storage system for objects. Workplace usually includes a writing desk, shelves and drawers. For active children ideal solution bunk children's beds with sports ground(rope, basketball backboard, wall bars or horizontal bars). The storage system in the lower tier can be represented by a wardrobe, chest of drawers, shelves, etc.

There are these types of beds for two children:

• classic model - consists of two sleeping places located above each other and connected by a vertical staircase;
• model with an offset arrangement of sleeping areas - in this design, the sleeping beds are also placed parallel, but shifted to the right or left side in relation to each other. At the same time, the freed-up space is equipped with a wardrobe, chest of drawers or shelves;
• children's bunk beds with perpendicular sleeping beds;
• transformable beds are bunk products with an additional pull-out bed.

What to consider when choosing a bunk bed for a child's room

When choosing children's furniture, you should consider many nuances. Sleeping equipment should correspond to the age and height of the younger generation. Thus, a bunk bed is prohibited for use by children under four years of age, since children may be injured during sleep by falling from the second floor.

Regarding the dimensions of the bed, an overly spacious sleeping area can cause a feeling of anxiety and insecurity in young children. Narrow sleeping bed will cause discomfort and will not allow the child to relax and fully rest.

Having opted for a two-story bed, parents of children of the same age may be faced with the fact that their children will not be able to agree among themselves which of them sleeps on the upper and which on the lower tier. The way out of the situation is to alternately change the sleeping place.

During the heating season, the air in the upper part of a two-story bed will be much drier than in the first tier. Therefore, before going to bed, the children's room should be well ventilated.

How to choose a bunk children's bed

Any furniture intended for children must meet key requirements:

• safety;
• environmental friendliness;
• high build quality.

Before use, instruct children about the rules for safe use of a bunk bed!

Help you make a successful purchase simple rules choice:

• a children's two-story bed must have a solid, massive structure and stable, strong legs;
• the bed must support not only the weight of the child and bedding (mattresses, pillows, blankets), but also the weight of an adult;
• the upper tier should be equipped with protective sides. A bunk bed for children with sides will protect against falls from a height;
• the design should not have sharp corners or protruding fasteners;
• the bed ladder should be equipped with comfortable handrails;
• The design of the furniture should be in harmony with the interior of the nursery and, of course, should be liked by children.

Bunk bed frame for children

The frame of a bunk bed can be made from materials such as:

• tree;
• metal;
• plywood;
• painted MDF.

Products based on MDF, plywood and chipboard belong to the budget segment. When choosing such models, you should think about the safety of your children by asking the seller for quality certificates for the materials.

The most popular and practical is the base made of natural wood. In the production of frames, solid oak, beech, and ash are used; pine is the undisputed leader in this segment.

Advantages of a pine frame:

• long service life;
• high strength;
• environmental friendliness of the material;
• availability.

The metal base is highly durable, but such a product can still be dangerous, and besides, a metal bed loses wooden models in terms of aesthetics.

When choosing a two-story place to sleep, you should pay attention to the overall height of the product. Optimal height beds with two tiers are 165-175 cm.

Sleeping places

The design of the crib can have a traditional or orthopedic base. The usual base is represented by a solid flat bottom made of chipboard or plywood. An orthopedic base for a mattress is definitely preferable, since it will help maintain the anatomically correct position of children during sleep. The orthopedic base consists of a frame with bent lamellas attached to it.

Important characteristics of a children's multi-story bed are the height lower tier from the floor, the distance between floors and the size of the bed. For babies preschool age the sleeping place should be located at a level of 30 cm from the floor. For age group from 7 to 14 years old, the optimal distance is 40 cm, for teenagers – 50 cm.

The distance between the floors should allow the child to sit upright on the bed, but the upper tier should not be too high; a sleeping place located close to the ceiling of the room can provoke the development of phobias in the child. The optimal distance between floors is 85-90 cm;

On average, the width of the sleeping area of ​​a children's bunk bed is 60-80 cm, and the length of the product varies from 140 to 200 cm. To choose a children's bunk bed the right size You should focus on the age of the children.

Standard bed sizes:

• for children under 3 years of age – 120x60 cm;
• from 3 to 6 years - 140x70 cm, 150x70 cm;
• from 7 to 14 years – 160x80 cm, 170x80 cm;
• teenage group – 180x90, 190x90 cm.

What additional requirements should be placed on the upper berth?

There are special safety requirements for the upper tier of a crib.

Attention should be paid to the interfloor stairs and the protective elements of the upper floor.

A bunk bed with sides 30 cm high from the surface of the mattress is a good choice.

The staircase between floors should be comfortable and reliable, made of non-slip materials, and well secured. You should not choose crib models with a strictly vertical ladder; flat elements are much safer. It is better if the staircase is fenced with railings and wide steps. Standard width the stairs are 40 cm, optimal distance between the crossbars from 20 to 25 cm.

Mattresses - types and rules of choice

Parents' attention should be paid not only to the frame, but also to the mattress. Children's mattress must have sufficient rigidity and elasticity to promote uniform distribution loads. Two types of mattresses are used for arranging children's beds:

• springless;
• with spring block.

Key Benefits springless mattresses are longer service life and lack of metal elements, the last factor excludes the influence of electrostatic and magnetic field per child. When choosing a mattress filler without springs, preference should be given to hypoallergenic, non-toxic material. Among natural fillers, coconut coir and latex are in demand, from modern synthetic materials– polyurethane foam.

Innerspring mattresses consist directly of the spring block itself and additional layers of filler to provide comfort and support. The bedding market offers models of mattresses with dependent and independent types of springs. For children, mattresses with an independent spring block and natural filling are more useful; such bases are closer to orthopedic products. Important criteria for choosing a spring mattress are the diameter of the springs (the smaller the better) and filling density (the more larger number per 1 m2, the denser the base).

Additional functionality of bunk beds for children

When choosing a bunk bed, you should pay attention to the additional functionality of the furniture. Thus, on the furniture market you can find models that have drawers for storing toys or toys under the lower sleeping surface. bed linen, it is better if these retractable structures are equipped with wheels. An excellent additional option is the built-in lighting, which can be used as a night light.