Choosing a bunk bed-transformer

There are various reasons why you might decide to purchase a convertible bed. Bunk beds are widespread and popular. Let's figure out what to look for when buying, and what tasks such a piece of furniture can solve.

There are pros and cons to any choice. Let's start with the obvious benefits of convertible furniture.

A bunk bed is an indispensable assistant if the area of ​​your room does not allow you to place two full-fledged sleeping places. If, for example, you choose a bed for twins who live in the same room, then the transforming bed is just a godsend.

In addition to the obvious purpose, such furniture can have built-in storage boxes, illumination of the lower tier or a folding table top. Some models have one sleeper upstairs and a full work table underneath. In this case, the side walls are racks or cabinets.

If you choose a bed for a nursery, please note that there are options for growing. Convertible furniture can be expanded as the child grows using special rails. All you need is to buy a new, larger mattress and save substantial money on the endless purchase of new and new beds every year or two.

Children usually enjoy climbing the upper tier. Additionally, these beds can be equipped with a sidewall bar or a rope.

For an adult, a two-level bed will help to delimit the sleeping area from the work or dining area, especially in a studio apartment. Modern design solutions allow you to create a stylish interior even on the most modest footage of a home.

However, there are also disadvantages to the decision to purchase such a thing.

If you are looking for a sleeping place for a small child, safety is worth considering. Carried away by the game, children can fall from the upper tier.

According to the laws of physics, warm air collects at the top. If the room has problems with the flow of fresh air, it is hot or humid, sleeping on the second floor can be uncomfortable. Besides, Condensation that collects due to poor room ventilation can shorten the life of the mattress.

Many people just hate making the bed. If you have to do this at breast level and above, the child simply cannot cope with such a task. And it will bring discomfort to many adults.

Due to the impressive dimensions, rearrangement or relocation with such furniture is difficult. Even just moving such a bed away from the wall for cleaning alone is too difficult.

Bunk beds-transformers differ primarily in the number of beds.

The simplest model is 2 berths located one above the other. Storage boxes can be hidden under the lower bunk. And also double beds can be angular when the sections are located to the left and right of the frame.

For larger families, there are triple options. Usually on the first tier there are two berths or a large bed for two, and one on top. For guest rooms, furniture with a retractable mechanism is often chosen, when an additional seating area rolls out from under the main one. You can often find folding beds that open like a book.

For a small apartment, a design with a built-in table or wardrobe is suitable. Such beds can be single - when the bed itself is located on top, and the lower part is a body with a table top and a shelf on the side. The side surface can be equipped with a folding folding bed in case of spending the night with friends.

If you are not going to use additional elements all the time, take a closer look at folding bunk beds. The lower part can be converted into a sofa for relaxation, or, alternatively, the upper tier can be stored fastened to the wall.

In order to climb up, a folding or stationary ladder can be used. Additional storage boxes can be arranged under the built-in ladder.

For example, hang the ladder on the left or right, depending on the location. Or expand the bed with a folding mechanism. Some models even allow you to change the height of the tiers or even remove the top when it is not needed.

Two-story furniture for adults should not only be economical, but also durable. To do this, you should carefully study the materials from which the frame is made.

Upholstered furniture consists of two main elements: the body and the upholstery. With regard to multi-level structures, special attention is paid to the strength of the former.

The most durable are metal bunk beds. The metal is durable and can withstand several assembly-disassembly cycles in case of moving or rearrangement. Depending on preferences in the interior, the frame can be hidden behind decorative panels or, in general, have no additional elements.

Fans of the loft style often choose minimalist structures from a powder-coated profile in the desired color. Of the minuses, the large weight of the furniture is distinguished.

The most common and budget option is chipboard or MDF furniture. These items are easy to assemble and come in a wide range of colors. The color often imitates different types of natural wood. You can also paint your bed in bright colors or cover it with decorative film with a pattern. Especially true for children's rooms. Vinyl decals are easy to clean and can be changed as your child grows, as they grow older and change interests. The disadvantage is the tendency to chips and cracks due to inaccurate handling. Then moisture can get into these places, and the stove will swell over time. And also furniture from chipboard can become unusable due to disassembly and reassembly.

Solid wood beds are some of the most expensive, but also beautiful, durable options. Natural wood is an environmentally friendly material, and special modern coatings protect against moisture and burnout in the sun. In the interior, wooden furniture always looks very good and can also be painted in any color. True, fans of natural textures prefer to preserve the natural pattern by choosing colors from wood species. Of course, wood can also chip or crack, and is also prone to drying out when installed near strong heat sources.

To create coziness, beds often have fabric upholstery. It can be either a soft headboard or furniture completely "wrapped" in a pleasant material. When choosing textiles, pay attention to a number of parameters.

Obviously, a piece of furniture should fit into the overall interior. If you want bright and cheerful upholstery, go for synthetic materials, they are the least susceptible to fading and fading. Depending on the style, it can be microfiber, faux suede or leather. Usually calmer and pastel colors, soothing and monochromatic, are chosen for bedrooms.

A bed is a piece of furniture that will serve you for years. Soft upholstery must also last a long time. From this point of view, woven, dense fabrics, such as tapestry, jacquard, matting, show themselves best of all.

You cannot remove the upholstery and simply machine wash. Therefore, take a closer look at fabrics such as velor, micro velor, flock. These are fleecy artificial fabrics, short "hairs" of which repel water well and lend themselves to wet cleaning. Moreover, they are very pleasant to the touch.

This is especially true if you have pets such as cats. The aforementioned fleecy fabrics, arpatek, and high quality artificial leather do an excellent job with the holds.

When choosing a design for your bunk bed, first of all, decide on the functionality. When the list of necessary items is ready, you can start planning the look.

If you need to organize a workplace on the first tier, think about lighting. The LED lights from the bottom of the bed look very nice. LED strips are economical and inexpensive, and a wide range of colors and glow temperatures allows them to be used both as a main light and as a night light.

The side wall of the bed can be designed as a rack. So you get not only storage space, but also additional decor. Bookshelves or a few pots with plants look great.

And also a full-length mirror can be placed on the side of the bed. Mirrors visually enlarge the area of ​​the room and add light to the room.

In the end, the side panel can be just a decorative element, decorated with mosaics or paintings, stucco molding, photo wallpaper.

If we are talking about a children's room, then you can experiment with the form. Make a bed in the shape of a pirate ship, a fairytale castle with a turret, or a spaceship.

The lower surface of the upper tier also needs attention. Nobody likes looking at mattress bars. You can close this place with painted plywood or a fabric membrane. A large magnetic whiteboard or magnets looks funny. Some enthusiasts even have a small TV set there to watch before bed.

When choosing a transforming bed, pay attention to the safety of operation. Legs should not allow even the slightest loosening. Such furniture is rather heavy, and it is necessary to exclude the possibility of its falling. It is better to choose adjustable feet in case the floor in the room is not perfectly level. This will allow you to correct the plane. If this is not possible, consider a bed built into a niche or an additional wall mount.

Check the top tier carefully for strength. The easiest way to do this is to climb up there and jump a little. Make sure the bed does not sag or creak. At the time of ordering, if you do not purchase a finished product, pay attention to the design of this tier. The more crossbars hold the mattress, the less it will sag.

An important factor is the height of the sides of the upper tier. In sleep, we are not in control of our body. Let the side be 10 centimeters or more taller than the mattress for peace of mind.

The distance between the "floors" should be comfortable for standing up. It's easy to fall asleep and bump your head. If you are buying a growth bed for children, consider transformers that allow you to adjust this height over time.

From the point of view of comfort, the stairs to the top should not be strictly vertical. This is a great space saver, but if possible, it is better to stay on an angle ladder or built into the wall. The height of the steps should also be suitable for the person using the bed.For children, these are very low steps.