What should be the ideal baby bed?

Furniture for a child must be chosen especially carefully and responsibly. Thus, the choice of a suitable bed model will influence the level of comfort during sleep of the young user. Fortunately, stores today sell a huge number of different options with a wide variety of configurations. Let's consider in detail what the ideal baby bed should be.

The main feature that current models of cribs have is their level of safety. If the product is really of high quality, then it is almost impossible to get injured during its operation. A bed made by a bona fide manufacturer will not have protruding and sharp parts about which a child (and not only a child) can accidentally get hurt.

Thoughtful options with special side bumpers are also considered safe. These parts are able to protect the child from accidentally falling out of bed. The sides are especially required for high two-story products, since even a very calm child can fall off the upper tier. For example, such an incident can occur in a dream.

Distinguishes children's beds and the highest build quality. Most often in stores you can find high-quality furniture made "conscientiously". Thanks to this feature, we can safely talk about the wear resistance and durability of baby beds. Of course, a lot depends on the quality of the particular selected model. That is why you should choose beds responsibly.

In the modern furniture market, there are many different models of baby beds. These can be not only standard designs with only one berth, but also multifunctional options with linen drawers, tables, sofas, shelves, play corners and other similar additions. The choice of the ideal option depends only on the preferences of consumers, as well as their financial capabilities. Let us consider in detail what types of such furniture are especially relevant today.

For the smallest, such a cozy design as a playpen is suitable. This popular model combines a sleeping bed with a playpen for your child to play in. In most cases, parents buy such options for long trips or visits to friends / relatives. As a permanent place for sound sleep, pediatricians recommend using other options - it is better not to buy a playpen for this.

Generally, playpens are made up of metal and plastic parts, supplemented with textiles. Such materials are not the best options for a child's sleeping place.

For babies, a so-called cradle bed is suitable. This model is a cozy rocking chair designed for the little ones. Newborns will be very comfortable sleeping in these conditions at first. In addition, modern lullabies are highly mobile. They can be freely moved from one room to another, or even go out with such structures.

In most cases, cradles are small and lightweight. They can be of different shapes. So, in stores there are round, square, rectangular and oval specimens. They can also differ in color. The most common are universal designs in beige, white, milky, cream, pink or blue shades.

Of course, you need to take into account the fact that the cradle is not the most durable furniture. It is not designed for heavy loads. And high-quality models made from natural materials are quite expensive.

Cots equipped with an addition in the form of a changing table are very popular today. Such products can be used from the first days of a baby's life. The use of such a crib is considered very convenient, since in the process of swaddling a baby, parents have to constantly go away for different things (cream, wet wipes) if they use ordinary furniture.

In most cases, there is a chest of drawers under the table in this model., in which it will turn out to remove various baby things and accessories necessary for swaddling. As the child grows, the chest of drawers can be removed, and thanks to the changing table, the length and height of the structure will increase.

Many parents buy rocking beds for their crumbs. These models are great for newborns. They have a rocking mechanism, which can be removed if desired, because it will not always be needed - after 2-3 months it will no longer be needed.

Rocking beds are available in different versions. Here is some of them.

• On runners. These options are lightweight. They will be able to move freely around the room, exposing them in any chosen place. The color of the rocking chair on the runners can be any. White, brown, pink, blue, beige, blue and coral options are in great demand.

• Pendulums... Swinging pendulums are more expensive than other options. Usually they have an impressive weight, and therefore it can be difficult to move them from place to place. There are no wheels in these products. Motion sickness is carried out with just one finger movement. It should be borne in mind that over time, the rocking mechanism can begin to loosen up a lot, making unpleasant noises and creaks.

A standard single bed can also be purchased for the children's room. If you buy it for a baby, then it is better to give preference to a safer model with sides. Often, these models are equipped with capacious storage systems.

Let's get acquainted with products equipped with a variety of storage systems. Such options are very common and in great demand. They have such important advantages:

• dust does not collect under such beds, which can seriously harm a growing body;
• many different things, toys and other necessary items can be stored in boxes;
• toys or books scattered around the room can be neatly folded into boxes during cleaning;
• a bed with drawers will significantly save free space in the nursery, especially if it has a small area;

• if you buy a high-quality bed with wardrobes, then you will not have to buy another separate wardrobe for storing various things;
• according to psychologists, such furniture easily teaches kids to discipline from an early age;
• bedroom furniture with wardrobes is made in a variety of design solutions;
• the color of the bed with wardrobes can also be absolutely any, as well as the material of manufacture.

There are several varieties of such roomy designs.

• With drawers on the side. In such options, the bed is complemented by a bedside table, which is fastened to the frame base using a reliable rigid connection. In addition to bedside tables, the back in some models can be folded out in the form of a table, on which it will be convenient to place various children's items.

• Below. In these instances, there are additional shelves below, which help to significantly save free space in the children's room. As a rule, these shelves store children's things and various necessary accessories.

• Combined. Such options are equipped with shelves both at the bottom and at the side. Such modular designs are highly functional, which is why they are chosen by many buyers.

Two-level children's beds have been popular for a long time. Such furniture may seem bulky only outwardly. In fact, with a bed of this modification, it will be possible to save free space in the room, while comfortably arranging comfortable sleeping places for two children. Let's take a closer look at what advantages a high-quality bunk bed can boast.

• Such furniture has an original design. She is able to bring a touch of comfort to the interior.
• A bunk bed will make it possible to save quite a lot of free space in the room. That is why these models are so often referred to when designing small-sized areas.

• In addition to sleeping places, these products are often complemented by many other functional details. For example, it can be drawers, shelves or even corners for games and sports.
• In most cases, these models come with comfortable stairs with wide steps, which are very easy to climb to the second floor.

• Such models are represented by a wide range of modifications. Moreover, they can differ not only in their content, but also in design - beds can have a variety of colors and styles of execution.
• Models for younger children are equipped with side bolsters to prevent younger users from falling off the upper floor.

However, it is necessary to take into account some of the disadvantages of such furniture.

• Such options are not entirely suitable if there are low ceilings in the children's room. In such conditions, a child sleeping on the second tier will experience discomfort, and air exchange in this place will leave much to be desired.
• You should not buy such furniture if one of the children is afraid of heights. Whatever arguments you give, it will not be convenient and comfortable for him to sleep on the second tier.

• With too active games, the child may fall from the second floor, even if it is equipped with boards. Overly active and mobile children most often face such problems. For this reason, parents will not be able to relax - they will have to always be on the lookout.
• As a rule, bunk beds are more expensive than classic options, especially if they are made of solid wood.

There are also more functional products that have not two, but three tiers at once. These options are ideal for comfortably accommodating three children aged 2 years and older. However, you need to choose these beds very carefully, since they simply may not fit the layout of the apartment.It is recommended to purchase such models for placement in private houses with sufficiently high ceilings.

Three-tier options are good because they easily fit into any interior styles. It can be both romantic French Provence and ultra-modern high-tech. Very often, such products are made in the form of cars, castles, royal towers and other similar objects. As for the colors of the three-level bed, it can be almost any. Today in stores you can find both variants of classic colors and brighter ones - yellow, green, blue, pink and even red designs.

Modern transformable beds for children are rightfully recognized as one of the most popular ones. They are as functional as possible, multi-tasking and easy to use. Such furniture is found in many homes, as it has many positive qualities. Let's get acquainted with their list.

• Convertible beds can significantly save free space in the children's room. This quality is especially important when it comes to a small apartment, where every centimeter is worth its weight in gold.
• Transformable variants can have very nice designs. In the daytime, such furniture may not give out its main purpose in any way, disguising itself as a cabinet or a desktop.

• In transformers, there are often two berths at once, which are laid out in different ways (depending on the mechanism with which the furniture is equipped).
• Most transformers have fairly simple and reliable mechanisms that even a small child can easily cope with.
• The composition of such furniture may contain many functional elements. For example, it can be a folding desk, pull-out storage systems, a sofa and other similar things.

• On sale you can find many different variations of transformable beds. They not only differ in materials of manufacture and mechanisms, but also in size. It is possible to choose the ideal designs for children of different age groups.
• Some convertible bed models can "grow" with the young user. In such models, an increase in berth is provided.
• Transformers, like two-level options, can be equipped with safe side bumpers.

But transformable instances are not perfect. They also have some disadvantages.

• It is important to consider that such furniture is more expensive than simple stationary options, especially if it is made of natural wood.
• Some models are not designed for active children's games. For example, due to frequent jumps, certain structures can quickly fail, even if they are made of very strong and reliable materials.

The original themed beds for children have a special charm. This furniture has a striking design that makes a child fall in love at first sight. Thematic products are made in the form:

• castle;
• bus;
• forest tent;
• cars;

• trains;
• spaceship;
• tractor;

• princess towers;
• carriages and other interesting objects.

The design of such a bed can be of any kind. As a rule, such models have a very bright and eye-catching design. However, you need to consider that this bed will cost a tidy sum.

One of the popular types of bunk beds is a model called "attic". Such furniture has many advantages, for which modern consumers choose it.

• By using a loft bed, you can save a lot of free space in the children's room.And if you turn to a multifunctional model with cabinets and tables, you can do without placing several separate items in the room.
• The loft bed has an attractive design. It fits seamlessly into many styles and gives the room a more harmonious look.
• The main advantage of the loft bed is its multitasking ability. So, on sale there are practical copies, supplemented by various details - tables, sofas (albeit small ones), play and sports corners.

• Sleeping on such a bed is very comfortable and calm. As in the above instances, such furniture may contain bumpers that prevent a young user from falling from the height of the second tier.
• Similar to standard two-level designs, loft-type beds have safe and comfortable ladders that lead to the second floor.
• According to psychologists, this furniture has a positive effect on the development of children's imagination.

As you can see, there are plenty of advantages of such double children's furniture, which explains its prevalence. However, the loft bed has its weaknesses.

• As in the case of classic bunk models, the loft model should not be placed in rooms with low ceilings. Since in these structures the sleeping place is present only on the second floor, it will not be very comfortable for the child to sleep there because of the feeling of "tightness" and lack of air.
• It is impossible not to mention the danger of a child falling from the second tier. Of course, you can choose the option with side walls, but these details do not save in all situations.

• Since the loft bed itself is of modest size, the sofas are small in it. These products may not be very convenient to use.
• The loft bed is not designed for all loads. It should be chosen based on the weight of the child. Thus, certain products are suitable only for the little ones, and schoolchildren and adolescents should not buy them.
• In most cases, such furniture is expensive.

Often, instead of standard beds, people purchase a compact sofa or couch. Experts recommend placing such models in rooms where adolescent children live. As a rule, these berths are small in size, and are also equipped with drawers at the bottom. Today in stores you can find such options for couches that with a slight movement turn into comfortable chairs or sofas.

A sofa bed will be an easy-to-use option. In most cases, children's models have a characteristic bright color that harmoniously fits into the interior of the children's room. In addition, these products are often small in size, so you can safely buy them even for very modest areas.

Of course, there are also larger sofa beds equipped with different mechanisms. For example, it can be a stylish corner design, but it will cost a lot and take up a lot of space, so this option will not work for a small bedroom.

However, assembling sofas and sleeper chairs can be tricky. It can be difficult to fold and unfold them - in some cases, the children themselves simply cannot cope with such processes. In addition, we must not forget that a colorful sofa is only a temporary solution, because children grow up unexpectedly quickly from such structures.

Children's beds are made from different materials. This parameter affects the total cost. So, the most expensive options are solid wood. Many experts recommend such products for purchase, despite not the most democratic price. This furniture has the following advantages.

• It is safe from an environmental point of view - it contains no hazardous substances and chemical compounds that can harm a child;
• Has a great design - wooden beds look great in a variety of interiors. They are characterized by a solid and rich appearance.
• Wooden furniture can serve for many years without losing its relevance.
• Damaging a wooden bed is not easy. However, if you succeeded, then over time it can be restored.
• The beds made of solid wood emanate unique and enchanting aromas that have a beneficial effect on the sleep of the child.

However, such furniture has its drawbacks.

• Children's beds made of wood are expensive, especially if they are made of precious woods. At the same time, we must not forget that such furniture is bought for a short time, therefore, its acquisition may not be the most profitable, from an economic point of view.
• As a rule, solid beds are heavy and therefore difficult to move. This often damages the floor finish.
• Wooden structures require regular maintenance - the material will need to be coated with protective compounds, without which it will begin to dry or even rot.

If you want to save money, then you can turn to environmentally friendly MDF furniture. This material is malleable in processing, therefore furniture of various modifications and designs is made from it. However, MDF baby beds will not last as long as wooden models. In addition, prices for such products are sometimes unreasonably high.

The cheapest material for making baby beds is chipboard. Products made from it are very common and are very popular, as they are cheap. However, one must remember that chipboard is a toxic material, which contains formaldehyde resins, which are used as an adhesive. These hazardous compounds release harmful components into the environment at high temperatures. If a child breathes this, he will seriously harm his health. Such problems can be avoided by buying furniture from laminated chipboard of class E-1, however, today there are too many products made from ordinary raw materials, passed off as safe. That is why when buying a baby bed from laminated chipboard, you should request a quality certificate from the seller.

There are also metal products, but they are rarely bought due to their too heavy weight, rustic design and cold surfaces. Although they are the most durable and wear resistant.

Modern baby beds have the following standard sizes:

• a sleeping place in a baby cradle - 80x40 cm (such models are usually taken with a small margin - "for growth");
• standard bed with bumpers for babies - 120x60 cm;
• bed for a preschooler (up to 4-5 years old) - the width is usually 70, 80 cm, and the length is from 130 to 160 cm;
• single-tier bed for a child from 11 years old - 200x90 cm;
• two-tier models (parameters may vary), standard length - 1.5-1.8 m, length and width - 200x80 cm, 200x90 cm.

Cribs need to be matched to the style and color of the interior. Do not buy too dark and gloomy models - give preference to light and delicate options. It is better not to take too bright and catchy products. If this is a rich thematic model, then it should be made a bright accent of the interior. The bed should be supplemented with soft toys and matching bed linen.

When choosing this or that option, rely on the style of the environment. Do not overload the interior of the nursery with a lot of details, especially if you bought a bed with a rich color. Use the available space efficiently. Provide good lighting if the bed is complemented by a work desk.You can turn to recessed lamps or table lamps of a suitable style.

Let's take a look at some of the more popular brands that make quality baby beds.

• "Legend" ("Fairy Tale")... This factory offers a variety of options for children's furniture made of chipboard to choose from. Especially in demand are branded models of the "attic" type, which are wildly popular.
• "MST-Furniture". The products of this manufacturer are of excellent quality and are accompanied by all the necessary certificates. Especially popular today are multicomponent models from the Umka series, made of inexpensive laminated chipboard.

• Mirlachev's Factory. This brand offers charming little beds with wavy sides from the Teddy collection. They are presented in multi-colored options, but the most popular are pink and blue designs.
• BTS. This furniture company offers consumers a variety of interesting bed models. For example, today the multifunctional "Minima" with drawers and a high backrest is very popular. It can be a great solution for a small children's room.

• "A lot of furniture". A lot of cots of various designs and colors are offered by the company "Much furniture". Most of them are made from laminated chipboard and have an affordable price.
• Ascona. High quality mattresses and beds are offered by Ascona. In its assortment there are models with a lifting mechanism or a stationary berth. Structures are also made of laminated chipboard and are covered with velor.

• Ormatek. Ormatek pleases with a huge assortment of children's furniture. Designs for children of all ages are presented at the choice of buyers. It will be possible to choose the best option for any wallet - there are models made of walnut, birch or chipboard.
• Ami Furniture. The assortment of this company includes both single and bunk beds with wardrobes, a sofa, a table, side tables and drawers. The furniture is made of laminated chipboard and has a variety of colors - from classic to bright.

• Giovanni. The lineup of this company is represented by cradles, beds for schoolchildren, cots for the little ones. You can also find a large number of bright thematic options in different colors. Giovanni furniture is made from MDF and solid wood, but has affordable prices.
• Lazurit. This company offers a lot of multicomponent baby beds of various modifications (both single and double) for buyers to choose from. There are designs of various colors and textures - glossy and matte.

When choosing the perfect baby bed, you need to consider the following important parameters.

• Material. Buy only models made from environmentally friendly and safe materials (preferably wood).
• The size. The furniture should be suitable in size not only for the child, but also for the room in which it will be located. It is better to take a model for growth.
• Mechanism. Check the health of the bed mechanisms right in the store, if any.
• Design. Furniture in style and color should match the interior of the nursery.
• Price. Don't look for too cheap options - they may turn out to be of low quality.
• Manufacturer. Refer to products from well-known brands. Such models are of high quality.

In a teenage room, made in a modern style, a dark two-level bed with a slightly glossy surface will look good. The sleeping places should be filled with contrasting pink linen, and the wall behind the furniture should be decorated with imitation of stone or brick.

In the boy's bright room, you can put a juicy red car bed, and next to it, place a red table with a blue chair. Place a soft blue fluffy carpet on the floor and decorate the walls with posters / car prints.

In the girl's pale pink room, a snow-white loft bed will look great, complemented in the lower tier by a fuchsia-colored sofa and a small table. Lay a soft brown laminate on the floor, and hang not very long pink curtains made of soft fabric over the window in the room.

For information on how to make a baby bed with your own hands, see the next video.