Mechanisms for lifting a bed: advantages and disadvantages

In the modern world, where a person strives for the greatest comfort in everything, great importance is paid to the most convenient and organized space, the location of furniture.

This issue is particularly acute with a small area of ​​the room.

But to have a sufficient number of shelves for linen, a comfortable wide bed you want not to the detriment of free movement around the apartment.

At such a moment, specially designed mechanisms for lifting the bed come to the rescue.

The mechanism of lifting the bed: what is it and how does it work?

With it, you can get a bed and a wardrobe at the same time.

In this case, a horizontal wardrobe can be located under the bed - simply lift the frame.

Or the bed can hide in the closet, freeing up space.

Under such a bed, dust will not accumulate, and children's toys will not roll.

Such a mechanism for a bed consists of devices for lifting, which are located on two opposite ends of the frame, and a metal folding support.

Types of lifting mechanisms, their advantages and disadvantages

There are 3 types of lifting mechanisms for the bed.

1. Gas shock absorbers.
   The most convenient to handle, as they take on all the load when lifting. Therefore, they can be used by adults, adolescents, and people with disabilities.
   
   

   With their help, raising and lowering is carried out smoothly, easily and silently.

   Based on the weight of the structure, a shock absorber of the required power is selected. Prefer bed with orthopedic grille, as it will be easier, and, therefore, you can save on gas lifts.
   

   

   Such attachments will serve you for a long time - 5-10 years.

   Perhaps the only drawback of this type of lift is its high cost. But it justifies usability and relative durability.

2. Spring mechanism.
   One of the most sought after. Its design looks about the same as the first one, only springs are installed instead of shock absorbers. It is much cheaper, but it also serves less, from 3 to 5 years.
   
   

   The springs here wear out quickly, but they can be removed and replaced.

   The disadvantage of this mechanism is that when raising the bed frame will have to make an effort.
   

   

   Springs take on only part of the load.

   Therefore, this option is not suitable for children. The child will not be able to use it independently.

3. The lifting mechanism is hinged.
   The easiest and most durable option.
   
   

   With furniture hinges, you will need more.

   There are no additional parts in the form of springs or pistons that would take on part of the load when lifting, and, therefore, there is nothing to wear either.
   

   

   Using such a mechanism, you need to fully rely on your strength, therefore, it is used extremely rarely.

   Also, to raise the bed with such a mechanism it is necessary to completely remove the mattress, which is very inconvenient and takes a lot of time.

It should be noted that the lifting mechanism may differ in the way the bed is raised.

1. Horizontal lift, with a box under the bed that serves as a wardrobe.
   
   

   If necessary, the bed frame rises up and then lowers.

This creates additional storage space.

It is recommended to choose models with partitions inside to avoid deformation of the frame.

2. Vertical lift — when the bed rises and fixed to the wall.

It looks in such a folded position as a cabinet.

In this case, the storage space is not as much as in the first, the shelves on the wall are not as roomy, but the space of the room is freed.

A convenient option for small apartments, where every free meter is valuable. The negative side of this arrangement is the need for daily raising and lowering the bed.

When using the spring mechanism it will not be so easy.

It is necessary to take into account this moment when choosing a particular design.

How to choose the right mechanism for lifting the bed

For a successful choice it is necessary to take into account a number of points.

1. The size of the room in which the bed will be located.
   
   

   If the room is small, then a large double bed can take up a lot of space, so it is possible to use a vertical layout.

   If there is a need for additional storage areas, but you do not want to force the room with cabinets — For these purposes, the option of horizontal attachment is suitable.
   

   

   The folding bed horizontal allows to fit in one case and a berth, and clothes.

2. It is also important to take into account the side of the opening of the frame at a horizontal location, and also from which side, based on the arrangement of furniture in the room, it will be more convenient to open.
   
   

   The horizontal orientation of the folding bed is more preferable than the vertical one, because with the same weight the load on the fasteners will be distributed differently.

3. When choosing a lifting mechanism, pay attention to the presence of such additional details as amplifiers and blockers.
   
   

   They will make the use of furniture more convenient and safe.

4. When choosing a manufacturer, it is better to focus on well-established stores and factories, as seemingly beautiful fittings can be made from materials of dubious origin.
   
   

   High-quality accessories will last a long time and bring pleasure from use.

   Only having decided on the design of the room, the location of the furniture in it, we can talk about the choice of the mechanism for lifting the bed.
   

   

   A small living area is not a reason to refuse comfort in favor of practicality, because you can buy a lifting bed, while making the interior much more interesting!

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