Design features of built-in cots, location methods
Each family tries to equip the child’s room so that it is bright, cozy, comfortable and spacious, because the fidget needs to develop, and, therefore, constantly move. Even if the room is small, parents can find a reserve of free space. The built-in children's bed will help in this, the design of which is able to work wonders. It will not only save space perfectly, but will make the baby’s room unusual and attractive.
Design Features
The built-in bed is a multifunctional type of furniture. This is a transformer, a modern, stylish solution for a comfortable sleep, relaxation, active entertainment for a child. The variety of designs, designer styles, colors of the built-in crib allows it to blend harmoniously into the interior of the room. There are two types of built-in furniture designs:
- horizontal, where the furniture is attached to the wall on the side and is often single. The advantage of the design is a free wall on which shelves for books, paintings can be placed;
- vertical structures, in which the sleeping place is fixed by the head to the wall, the rest of the site is located at its entire height. This double bed can be used for two children.
Built-in furniture is made from quality, reliable materials:
- the basis of the frame on which the load falls is made of chipboard;
- for the sides use an array of hard wood (oak, cherry, pine, walnut);
- so that all the parts hold well, the frame is fixed with steel corners;
- For transformation mechanisms, brass or alloy steel is used.
The bed can be placed in any position relative to the furniture when built in. There are options with folding mechanisms.
The built-in children's bed is used for small and spacious rooms. Designers offer options for the entire wall, which, in addition to the functionality of the furniture, plays the role of interior design.
For various purposes, the furniture has an appropriate design that allows you to transform it into various positions:
- in the afternoon the bed is assembled in a closet, sofa, table, wall, providing the working area for the baby. This is a corner for study, sports, games;
- before going to bed, the structure is removed, and it becomes a comfortable berth.
The system of assembly and disassembly can easily be mastered by a child of preschool age. The elements included in the set are light weight, which he copes with without the help of adults. This accustoms the baby to the daily preparation of a bed, a positive effect on accuracy and tidiness.
Variants of built-in berths represent a wide variety of designs:
- lifting bed, built-in wardrobe or table. The front parts of the cabinets turn into mirror panels, decorated with floral or floral prints, images of cartoon characters;
- a sleeping place, which is combined with several types of furniture (cupboard, sofa or sofa), cleaned in a cupboard from above, the sofa remains;
- this type of design is convenient for the child:
- in the afternoon the living space for classes and games is freed;
- in the closet you can put toys, books and other things.
- when the bed is raised, the sofa or sofa remains in working condition, where the child can relax during afternoon nap.
The children's assortment of built-in beds has a wide variety of designs:
- for babies cradle with built-in cabinets and tables;
- beds wardrobes;
- beds tables;
- combinations of several items;
- two-tier constructions for two children, which also differ in features depending on the purpose (for boys, girls, children of the same age, older and younger).
Designs with built-in beds are made from environmentally friendly, health-friendly materials (solid wood of various species, wood-based panels). All elements of furniture are made in round shapes, dyes are used natural, safe for the health of children. Lifting mechanisms are of high quality, which is especially important for daily use.
The main criterion for the choice of structures is operational performance. The furniture is made taking into account the compatibility of practicality, functionality and comfort with a modern stylish design.
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Today it is not difficult to find a convenient design into which a baby bed can be built. There are various options for such furniture with extraordinary configurations and design elements. For a child, a single bed closet is suitable:
- it is built into the case;
- at the top of the design contains cabinets for things;
- in some cases it is equipped with a large cabinet, shelves and a cupboard;
- for a complete set, you can include a bedside table and a table.
This kit, which takes up little space, fully satisfies the child’s need for comfort and convenience, it is made out:
- flowers;
- ornaments;
- patterns;
- images of cartoon characters.
For two teenage children, a double model is suitable, which rolls out from the bottom of the closet. It has a base in the form of an accordion with dimensions 1.4x1.9 m. The saving of living space in the daytime will be 2.66 m2. The design of the drawout device is the frame:
- in the daytime, the berth is going to accordion;
- when disassembling the bed, it reveals a place for a TV, cabinets for things.
This option can be installed in rooms where two children live together. It will significantly save space.
Also, an excellent option for the built-in children's bed for children is the two-tier design - a convenient and comfortable berth for two children at once. It is built into a wall niche. The assembled structure is not visible. Its location is closed by a decorative wall. Among the advantages of the model:
- the berth is functional, easy and convenient to assemble;
- the design has several lockers;
- The design of the bunk beds is diverse.
Models of built-in beds with a table have options for transverse and longitudinal arrangement of the table top:
- the table cloth is fixed on the inside of the bed;
- the frame is equipped with a mechanism for folding the table top.
There are kits consisting of a bed, wardrobe and table. They produce two-tier sets with a table. A set with a built-in bed, an attic, a sofa will become a place of entertainment and sports for the child.
Types of Lift Mechanisms
Built-in beds have transformation mechanisms. They are divided into two main types:
- gas or hydraulic is considered the most modern. Their advantage is the ease and softness of fixation and transformation of berths. It is a safe and silent mechanism;
- spring has varieties, since it is installed depending on the weight and size of the bed. It is inexpensive, its life is designed for 20,000 assemblies and dismantling of the structure. For the manual introduction of the mechanism into action requires considerable physical effort.
In order for the lifting mechanism to cope with the load, you need to select it in size. For this, they are guided by the age of the child, his weight and height:
- a preschool child needs to choose a bed, which will be 60 cm wide;
- for a student - a standard single bed, the width of which is 80 cm;
- a teenage child - one and a half beds, the width of which will be equal to 90, 120 or 165 cm. Compact beds with sizes 200x160 can also be suitable for him. They are universal and suitable for middle-aged adults and adolescents;
- for two teenagers, you can take a double bed, the dimensions of which are equal to 1400 or 1800x2000 mm.
It is important that the lifting gear is suitable for the load. Then you can count on the long-term use of the structure.
For the operation of lifting mechanisms, the material used for the frame is important. Often this is an array of durable varieties of wood or wood board (chipboard), which are combined with metal alloys. The best options are those based on a metal frame, they are lighter and more convenient not only for mechanical lifting, but also for manual adjustment of furniture.
Lifting capabilities should be based on the weight of the beds. This design is typical for all types of children's built-in beds.
Disadvantages of models that are important to remember
Built-in furniture is widespread in children's rooms, as it has many advantages. This is the opportunity to maximize the release of living space, necessary for the development of physical and creative abilities of children. The bed is functional, so there is no need to occupy space for other furniture. It is especially relevant for small rooms. With all the advantages of the design, it has disadvantages that must be remembered when purchasing a bed for a child:
- The bed can only be built into furniture fixed to load-bearing walls. If there are none, it is better to limit yourself to ordinary objects;
- the built-in bed has transformation mechanisms that need to be carefully checked when choosing, controlled during operation;
- for the upper built-in bunk beds and attic beds, it is necessary to provide protective borders having a width of 20 to 60 cm so that the child does not accidentally fall in a dream;
- the mattress should be orthopedic, consisting of lamellas (small arms), bending under the weight of the child's body;
- for children it is also good to purchase a mattress with a more rigid base filled with latex;
- for adolescents with problems with the spine, it is better to choose a mattress on independent springs;
- Do not purchase plastic models for children for reasons of safety, durability and environmental friendliness of the material.
When deciding to install a built-in bed, you need to think through all the details of the child’s safety, comfort and ease of use of such furniture. If the child likes the bed option, it will improve his mood, affect success in many areas of life. Full sleep will play a big role in the world of the child, carefully created by parents.