How to choose a model of bunk bed
A bunk bed is a compact design that allows you to place sleeping places on a small space, significantly saving apartment space. The bed allows you to perform not only the functions of sleep and rest, but also can replace several interior items. On the features of choice, installation and workmanship you will learn below.
Installing a bunk bed most often occurs in children's rooms and bedrooms. A small square footage allows for compact installation of the structure. It happens that the product is not only a place to sleep, but also performs a game function, training, or serves as a territory for storing things. The bunk bed is suitable for small-sized apartments, the size of which does not allow to put a sleeping place for each person living separately. The assembled design will help free up space to move and get rid of the visual effect of cluttering furniture.
The decision to purchase such a bed is caused by several factors at once. The footage of the apartment - unfortunately, most modern homes can not accommodate all the furniture to meet the needs of each family member.
This is especially true of children's bedrooms. When there are two or three children in a family, it is problematic to decide on the installation for each individual bed and at the same time remain an area for activities and games. An exit can be the installation of a bunk bed, which not only helps to increase the space, but also creates the illusion of an unusual place (analogy with a tree house), which children will greatly enjoy.
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What are the models of beds
To solve the issue of a berth, you can assemble a bed in two tiers, where the main location will be at the top, and the lower place will be taken by a sofa or another type of furniture (table, shelves, armchair). There are several types of bunk bed designs, consider the main models that are most often found on the modern furniture market.
Name
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Functions
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Application
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Bed with two mattresses
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Sleep, rest
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Bed with sofa
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Sleep, rest
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Gaming, entertainment |
Bed with a workplace
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Sleep, rest | Training and gaming activities
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Loft bed
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Sleep, rest | Gaming activities |
Bed with two berths. In this model, two bases are at a height of 50-60 cm. The mattresses and the bed are located above each other at a short distance. Such beds are most often found in children's rooms and bedrooms, as well as in hostels.
A bed with a sleeping place at the top and a working bed below. The model is also very popular, as well as with two beds. The design allows you to increase the space of the living room, due to the combination of two zones: working and space for sleeping and rest. Suitable not only for schoolchildren and students, but also for adults in some cases when there is a need to work at home.
Bed with a sofa downstairs. Models are of three types: in the form of a sofa with a folding back, a classic model and a regular bed. The design is suitable for one-bedroom apartments. She will stand perfectly in the common room-living room. During the daytime, a sofa can serve as a place to receive guests, and at night it can be transformed as a transformer and turns into a comfortable sleeping area. The product is convenient because it unfolds quickly and is also assembled. Even a child can handle it.
Loft bed. A model that likes almost all children without exception. It is a structure in the form of two tiers. On the upper floor there is a mattress with bedding, on the lower part there is a desk, a sofa or a wardrobe (depending on the choice of the customer).
It should be noted that bunk beds with a berth at the top and a sofa at the bottom are suitable for one-room apartments with a small area. The rest of the models are most often purchased for children's rooms and bedrooms. Parents are guided by the goal to use more space in the vacant place to study and play children.
What to consider when buying a bunk bed
When thinking about purchasing a bed, it is necessary to take into account many factors in order not to be mistaken when purchasing. Because how carefully you choose your favorite model, depends on the service life and performance. When buying, pay attention to the following points:
- The area of the apartment in which you live. Based on its size, determine the place where it will stand, and count approximately how long the product will turn out. It is necessary that it fit into the specified perimeter and you do not have to urgently change to a similar version of a different size;
- What the product is made of. Determine what will be included in the bed material. Most often, in the manufacture of MDF and particleboard are used. The coating of such material is environmentally safe for health. Iron or aluminum is used as a steel frame. They carry the main load;
- Safety in operation. Be sure to model bunk beds should protect against falling. To do this, the sides attach the sides up to 30 cm.
- Ladder flights. Pay attention to what the stairs are made of. It is desirable that the manufacturing material be alloys of aluminum or iron. They calmly withstand the daily load.For crossbars, the distance between the spans should be at least 40 cm.
- Bunk bed functionality. Determine for what purposes it should be used. In addition to the main purpose of rest and sleep, think about what else it can be useful. Perhaps it will be a study area, a place to play or to receive guests. Based on these possibilities, determine which bed you want to buy;
- The interior of the apartment. Choose a model that fits into your color interior solution. It should fit harmoniously and not stand out strongly against the background of other furniture;
- Price range. Compare several proposed models. Pay attention to quality, functionality and size. Based on this data, determine how much you plan to spend;
- Dimensions and weight of the product. The purchased model must fit the size of the person for whom it is intended. The ideal option is when you can safely sit on different tiers and not to rest your head on the base of the bed or ceiling.
Pay special attention to a set of additional elements in the form of stairs, drawers, etc. They must also be made of durable material, withstand the load indicated in the instructions and not endanger children and others.
How to choose the right style and color
Modern manufacturers offer a wide range of different tastes and wallet. Selecting a bunk bed you need to decide in advance where it will stand and for what age. In the children's rooms, choose products with bright juicy colors. It looks good model, made in the same color with bright inserts in the form of doors, drawers and various accessories.
For teens and adults, beds are available in dark colors. Here, the selection of the model depends on the specific preferences. Someone chooses the classic wooden version, someone like modern metal chrome products. Do not forget about the care of external and internal parts. Once a month, you do a general cleaning, wiping all the bed areas with a damp sponge.
Properly selected bunk bed will make sleep comfortable and convenient, and also help to free up space. With proper care will last a long time.
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