Children's bed
Not a single nursery room can do without a bed. First of all, the children's bed is a functional piece of furniture and serves as a resting place for children from 0 to 18 years. There are important differences between children's beds: in their sizes and designs, additional equipment, materials, design. Let's talk about each type of cots and their features, advantages and disadvantages.
Types
There are two main types of cots for different ages: for babies and teenagers; each species differs from one another due to its characteristics.
Beds for children from 0 to 2 years are a small structure with a size of up to 120-140 cm in length and up to 60 in width. The following sizes are recognized as the standard sizes: 120 * 60 cm. According to the device, the cribs differ depending on the type: classic wooden bed, cradle, playpen.
- Full natural wood bed has a different shape: classic rectangular, oval or round; Such a bed can have wheels as a support or lean on its own “legs”.A solid wood bed can be “self-standing”, stationary or movable, in a word, one part of it does not have a wall in order to join the parent bed. By the way, almost any model of a cot can be transformed into a similar design due to a removable front wall.
Single beds for babies can have additional benefits: have a drawer at the bottom for storing children's textiles, a chest of drawers and a changing table on the side (such models are called transformers).
- Lullaby bed inferior in size to the previous form and is a more compact design with the ability to swing the baby right in the cradle. Lullabies will be useful only for the first six months of the baby’s life, because it has a small sleeping place and is the most fragile in its design: an active child can easily fall out of it at those moments when he begins to make independent attempts to get up.
- Bed arena - two in one, that is, a full bunk and play area for the grown-up child. Such a playpen will be a salvation in a small apartment or one where the child spends the least part of his time: from grandparents.For babies, such a bed will become not only a recreation area, but also an entertaining and safe construction, and parents can easily move it from place to place.
- Beds for grown children belong to the second category of cribs; They are suitable for children aged 2 years and up to the moment until the child grows out of all possible variations of children's furniture. Teenage beds have a full bed, may have sides on the sides (removable and non-removable). Their types differ: there are classical models without extra details, of a concise form and the traditional color scale - a tree; there are models in the form of cars, sea and air transport, houses and other items; there are also bunk beds.
Classic single-tier models of beds for grown-up children from 2 years of age are most in demand, since each of them comes with an orthopedic base, a convenient design and safe elements such as accessories, corners. Among them there are models for boys and girls, depending on the color and design of the bed, among them there are "growing" models, which are moved apart depending on the height of the child.
- Bed couch suitable for both girls and boys of older age: from 4-5 years; Its advantage is to call an interesting design - the presence of the back wall and side surfaces. The sofa will be an excellent sleeping place for a schoolboy whose room is small in size and who is very hospitable: when folded, the sofa will become a convenient place to relax during the day.
- Bunk beds Parents with two or more children choose to save room space for learning and playing. A modular bed with two floors will help in creating a concise interior of the nursery with recreation areas and for classes.
There are models of teenage beds with a superstructure, where there are open or closed shelves, a wardrobe, a desk with a chair. Such models are called bed 8 in 1 due to the presence of not only the bed, but also the rest of the necessary furniture. The combined bed with shelves and with a partition allows you to organize a functional space in the student’s room without additional investments: such a design will be a bargain.
- For a compact nursery, it is worthwhile to consider models of a bed folding to the wall and freeing up extra space in the room. It is amazing how a wide choice of children's furniture is presented today, which allows you to purchase a functional model for one child as well as for four or more children.
Modern models of beds, for the most part, are made of high-quality solid wood: see for yourself - smell the tree and touch it to the touch: odors will become a sign of low-quality materials, and a rough or unpleasant surface can be dangerous for a child.
Interesting design
The amazing design of the children's bed allows you to create the original atmosphere of the children's room: the child will be satisfied.
- Beds in the form of cars and other vehicles - the most popular models in the rooms of boys from 2 years. Most often, future men prefer a Mercedes for their berth, others pay tribute to the bed in the form of a tent, train, truck, tractor, ship or boat, rocket and other models.
- Sports beds - the lot of boys; often young athletes choose designs with an additional wall bars and a set of "simulators" like a rope, ladder.It is surprising that sports models of a bed allow to save not only the parental budget, but also the space of a nursery.
- Girls prefer simple single tier models with a variety of decorative pillows and decoupage; young princesses prefer pink, red and white colors, often choose beige shades and colors of natural wood.
- Interesting design of a children's bed with a carousel: such models are intended for the smallest; The mounted carousel allows newborns to grow and not be bored while they are awake.
- Bed-dinosaur, cat, dog and in the form of other animals will become an unusual piece of furniture for children; it is better to organize such a space with the theme of the bed: create a real jungle with a dinosaur in the child’s room.
- Ellipse Bed unusual in its form and device; the bed looks like a big cradle and will definitely appeal to any child. It will be a "highlight" in the modern interior of the nursery and a favorite resting place of the younger children.
- Decoupage will be an excellent decor for a girl's bed; create floral patterns or Provence styles on the facade of the product to bring it closer to the romantic image.
- There are models of the road, or camp bed for a child: playpens or folding products, resembling a familiar cot. Such a product is conveniently stored on the balcony and used when necessary, for example, when a friend of your child decides to stay with you for the night.
- One-and-a-half bed for children may differ in original design: to be a strict bunk with a minimum of parts, white and created from solid wood, have a drawer or extra bed.
- Bed for 4 children - a real find for a large family: the bed resembles a two-level model, as if reflected in a mirror. It looks laconic woodwork without additional color processing.
Dimensions
There are several standard sizes for children.
- First type – small beds in the size of 90 * 45 cmmore often represented by cradles or compact lullabies for newborns up to 6 months.
- Standard bed for children from 0 to 2 years old has dimensions 120 * 60; A high bed is useful for a baby from birth to about 3 years, until the little man grows up from his bed.
- Single bed for older children has dimensions of 140/70 cm, however,there are other variations that differ by 5-10 cm from the standard measurements; there are models with sizes similar to the parameters of adult beds: 190 * 80 cm.
- Transforming beds have different sizes; First, this model is standard (120 * 60 cm), then increases in proportion to the development of the child. Such structures are large in size and suitable for a spacious room; In addition, the angular design with a chest of drawers and a changing table requires additional space in order to approach it from different sides.
Special features
An ordinary baby bed is represented by a quadrangular model with legs and a headboard and possible sides to prevent falling from it. The universal bed will become the excellent choice both for the budgetary family, and for the provided; It is important to choose a child-friendly: in size, materials used and design. The carved model, with a roof, with an entresol, can add charm to a children's room.
There are children's beds with a ladder: a bed is located above the free zone under the bed (it can be occupied by a table or a chest of drawers). Such variations are compact and will be appropriate in a small nursery or in the one where several children live.The advantage of a similar iron or wooden bed will be the presence of fencing, protecting against falling from the bed.
Double children's beds are suitable for 2 children; the location of the beds is so different that sometimes makes you think about the choice. There are models with a barrier or with a pedestal, where the beds are located one above the other (bunk beds), perpendicular to each other, and even parallel. The perpendicular arrangement makes it necessary for one place to be above another in order to save space and ergonomic product.
A bunk bed for an older child can be metal or wood; choose the first model for a more adult and informed, the second version of the standard is suitable for children younger. Among them there are concise models or those that have additional pieces of furniture: bedside tables, cabinets, table.
A unique and practical bed can be the one that grows with the child; the width of this model is standard (50-60 cm), and the length is increased due to its structure and the simple action of an adult. A metal or wooden "growing" bed will be appropriate in the children's bedroom: its design is unusually strong, which parents will like fidget.
Hanging bed is useful for a newborn baby: such a design will allow him to remember being in the womb and rather calm down. The portable bed is light in its weight and convenient in that it can be taken in any room or taken with you to rest.
Unusual beds: car, boat, sailboat, house, with drawings and patterns will be a godsend for a creative family.
A special type of bed is a playpen with a sleeping area and a playroom.
You can put any children's bed, regardless of the age of the child, in the niche of the parent's bedroom or in the nursery, to create a secluded place to sleep.
Color solutions
Standard models of beds for children are those that have a natural color of wood: light or dark. Wooden beds for children from 0 to 2-3 years old are traditionally made of solid pine, beech, oak, which determines the color of the product itself. Do not forget about the painted beds for children: wenge, white, light brown are most often used in the shade of the bed, which allows you to give the model a noble and neat appearance. By the way, there are often painted models of cots made of pink, green wood,blue, yellow and other colors; in this case, it is important to ensure that the dye used is safe for the baby or the grown-up child.
Plastic beds (lullabies, playpens) have different colors: from white to black and other colors of the rainbow; match the color to the room. Metal models, as a rule, have a “native” shade.
Top models rating
The brand Askona represents the Leo children's bed with a lifting mechanism and textile headboard trim. The model, excellent on assembly, and with the original decision will become the real find for those who look for non-standard and practical decisions for the nursery. The dimensions of the bed of the bed Ascona for children are standard: 80 * 200 cm or 90 * 200 cm, that is, the bed is suitable for teenagers and schoolchildren.
Children's beds Ormatek Presents classic wood models of sustainable design for young children, single-tier models for grown-up children, bunk and combined models with a table and a wardrobe. A wide choice allows you to choose a model according to the children's design project or room dimensions, the brand status allows you to make a choice in its favor, because its quality is trusted.
Children's beds Rainbow - this is the real variety; In the collection of the brand there are original cot-houses with a slide, loft beds, teen models for girls and boys, for babies (from cradles to classic wooden ones).
It is worth noting that each Rainbow bed model is original in design and execution; The brand offers a selection of unique models to create a unique interior. Beautiful beds for one, two or even three children, models with a toy for the smallest, four-poster beds for children of any age and others.
Manufacturer Calypso It offers concise and discreet beds for children made of natural wood, among which are modest models and truly royal beds with a carved headboard. The brand produces interesting models in white (single-tier and two-tier) with patterns, drawers from the bottom; among the range there is a ship-bed with a sail, a loft bed with a bookcase and a chest of drawers at the bottom.
In the collection of the manufacturer Lazurit there are exquisite solutions for a children's bed: classic rectangular models for grown-up children with a headboard and a wide range of beds-sofa.By the way, many models of beds, sofa presented in the brand Formula.
Gonna - a real fairy tale among beds for children: concise white models, black, wooden with carved ornamentation and rounded edges will be a boon for a classic nursery arrangement.
The brand “I grow” speaks for itself: in its collection there are sliding models of wooden beds with removable sides.
Assembly scheme
How to build a baby bed? Read the enclosed instructions - this will be the guarantor of the correct assembly. Pay attention to baby beds, pendulums, their assembly should start from the upper walls and gradually "move" down, after assembling the base of the bed, you should build a bed and only then assemble the pendulum and the box (if available).
By the way, making the bed itself for a child does not seem difficult if you arm yourself with furniture shields made of wood, a batten bottom, a set of tools and a fastening system; Do not forget to create in advance the future project of the bed in order to prepare the necessary materials. It is possible to create a new crib from the old one thanks to additional wooden sheets, wheels for drawers (for creating an original and functional model), orthopedic or other bases, wheels and a storage box.In the production of a children's bed for growth, equip yourself with the necessary measurements and the right amount of material; do not forget about fasteners and other metal elements for assembly.
At the head of the bed, you can cut a heart or install a wooden chamomile (any other object) to give originality to the finished structure. Home-made beds will serve as an excellent solution for giving, at home, it is important that the product is convenient for the rest of the child and is safe for him, do not forget to decorate it with decorative elements.
How much is
The cost of baby beds varies depending on the model and age of the child for which it is intended, the base material used, the design, functionality and even the brand name.
Classic wooden beds for children up to 3-4 years will cost from 5-6 thousand rubles to several tens and even hundreds of thousands of rubles. Often the price is made up of what material was used as the main one: the most budgetary models are made of solid pine (10–15 thousand rubles and above), models made of beech and oak will cost more (from 20 thousand rubles).
Famous foreign brands of children's beds are much more expensive: the domestic "pendulum" for a small child will cost up to 15 thousand.rubles, while the European mark will require at least 20-30 thousand Russian currency.
The cost of a bed-cradle or playpen ranges from 4-5 thousand and reaches 30 thousand; plays the role of the build quality and a set of additional functions (music, rotation, motion sickness). A bed for travel, or playpen costs from 4 thousand rubles and above; It is important that the model is safe for the baby and ensure him a peaceful sleep.
Beds for grown-up children will cost parents from 5-10 thousand rubles and to infinity; Again, the price is made up of materials, model design and brand. Classic rectangular models are inexpensive compared to cabinet furniture and additional equipment, a bunk bed or a bed-couch.