Tips for choosing children's chairs

Baby chair will need a child as soon as he learns to sit. By the choice of this important piece of furniture should be taken responsibly, because it affects the convenience and health of the baby. A properly selected multifunctional chair will be able to serve its owner for several years.

A chair for a child is a piece of furniture that affects the formation of posture. Therefore, it must be acquired in accordance with the age and physique of the child. Particular attention is paid to the position of the legs and height relative to the table. Depending on the destination, the model of chairs is divided as follows:

• for feeding;
• for games and development;
• for schoolwork.

To put the kid at the common dining table, you can pick up a chair from several options. High fixture on the legs, which has adjustable backrest and footrests. In the models there is a limiter in the form of a table and the ability to transform into a swing or hammock for newborns or older children.

In placing a small child in an adult chair will help a special product - booster. The advantages of adaptation are in mobility and compactness. The disadvantage is low stability, so the child should be supervised. It is necessary to pick up a plastic booster with secure fasteners. Suitable for children up to three years.

To save space, parents can choose a hinged structure that is attached to the table. This maneuverable version takes up little space and is inexpensive.

If the furniture is supposed to be used not only during the meal, but also for playing and developing activities, then it is preferable to choose a chair transformer or an adjustable model.The functional product includes a seat and a children's table that can be used throughout the preschool years.

Office and orthopedic models are suitable for students. Universal computer chairs are suitable for girls and boys, and buyers can choose their own upholstery color. The orthopedic base helps to relieve the spine and relieve tension from the muscles when sitting for a long time during school lessons.

By design, the chairs can be:

• classic;
• growing adjustable;
• orthopedic.

Classic chairs resemble adults, only in a smaller version. Such models are used in children's institutions and will become the main attribute of a children's room. It is easy for children to move them by themselves due to their low weight, they are easy to clean. Classic designs can be of various designs and colors.

A chair with the function of regulation in height can be used for a long time, following the recommendations for proper seating. Differs in stability and a massive design which maintains big weight. Details are easy to adjust to the height of the table and the height of the child.

A variation of the growing seat is a padded chair, complete with wheels. Orthopedic chairs are divided into several varieties. There are office, knee, dancing, in the form of a saddle.

Classic orthopedic chair has a springy base of the seat and back. The shape of the back may vary - double or with a bend under the waist. Products in the form of saddles and with a movable seat board carry the load on the legs, relieving the back. Knee chair allows you to keep your back straight, leaning on your knees and lower legs. They are not suitable for children with diseased joints.

Wood, plastic, metal, plywood are used as material for the manufacture of child seats. Durable and environmentally friendly chairs in solid birch, oak, elm, beech wood. Plastic chair is considered a budget option, it is brittle and not strong enough.

Often manufacturers combine two materials. If the frame is made of metal, the seat and back can be made of plywood or plastic. The wooden chair can be equipped with plywood elements.

Cotton upholstery, mixed fabric with water-repellent impregnations, leatherette, oilcloth are used for upholstering the seat and back. As a rule, these materials do not cause allergies in contact with the skin of the baby.

Dimensions of children's chair vary depending on the type and age of the child. Models for feeding young children have a high frame that allows you to place the child with the convenience of mother. The size of a classic highchair corresponds to the weight and height of the owner. The width and depth of the seat should be commensurate with the size of the child.

According to the standard for children's furniture, the height of the seat is selected for the growth of children. For a child 100-115 cm in height, the seat should be 26 cm. A chair height of 30 cm is suitable for children from 116 to 130 cm. A seat 34 cm in height will help the schoolchildren to have a seat at the table.For schoolchildren from 146 cm to 160 cm, the seat should be 38 cm from the floor.

Comfortable model lining the chair will seat the child on a stable surface. Fasteners booster allows you to secure the device on any seat, and a grooved base prevents slipping and increases grip with a smooth surface. Additionally, it can be equipped with a removable tray.

Chairs for schoolchildren are equipped with a wide base on several legs, often with wheels. To move on them, you can freely or pick up a model with a stopper.

When choosing a chair you need to pay attention to the upholstery. Fabric or leather trim should not interfere with the establishment of order after eating or playing. It is preferable when the seat is equipped with a removable cover. This facilitates cleaning, which will always keep children's furniture clean. Soft covers convenient to wash and dry separately, you can purchase a spare.

Table chairs with a tray and a footboard are provided in the chairs for feeding. They can be removable, foldable or adjustable.

When choosing such a necessary piece of furniture as a children's chair, it is important to take into account the child’s preferences. From the age of 3, the baby can participate in the choice of color, because the new seat should please its owner. Together with the child, you can choose the most comfortable functional model.

The selection should take into account some criteria.

• Security. The design should be stable, equipped with anti-skid pads on the legs and reliable fasteners, made of quality materials. To avoid injury, there should be no sharp corners. For infants in high models, belts are required.
• Age and weight of the child. You need to decide how old a child seat will be used, and if the chair is planned to be used for the first three years from the moment of birth, then you should consider the option of a highchair. They are designed for children weighing up to 15 kg.Calm and lightweight babies fit hinged model. A small booster can be taken on trips since you can seat the child on any adult chair. For preschoolers suitable transformer with a table that will be needed not only during the meal, but also for children's games. From the age of 7, a working chair has been acquired, preferably with an orthopedic base. As you grow older, you can adjust the height of the chair under the growth of the child.

• Size of construction. It is selected taking into account the needs of the child, as well as the area of ​​the room. In a small kitchen space, it is preferable to have a folding chair that can be removed if necessary. Mobile compact products for transportation are chosen by parents, for whom it is important to plant the child comfortably anywhere. In this case, suitable booster or suspension device. A transformer and a working adjustable chair occupy enough space, but the functional component is expanded.
• Convenience. When planting a child, it is necessary to make sure that the sides and armrests do not interfere, but are freely supported when leaning on them. Legs should be firmly on the floor or step, and not hang down. Knees bent at 90-100 °, not resting on the tabletop.Comfort differs soft seat. If the model is without soft upholstery, then you can additionally pick up the cover.

Modern furniture for children is multifunctional and looks harmonious in the nursery. A variety of upholstery options and the color of the frame design allows you to place a chair in any interior room.

• Orthopedic chair for schoolchildren will allow to equip an ergonomic workplace, ensuring the correct fit of the child at the table during classes. It occupies an important place in the nursery, as it is often used. The color of the upholstery can be chosen in the same color range with the finishing of the room.

• Knee orthopedic seat allows you to unload the spine during long work at the table. In the room, this design looks original and unusual.

• Adjustable model allows you to properly seat a child of any age at a table of different heights. Harmoniously fit into the children's bedroom, and in the dining area.

• Bright wooden and plastic designssuitable for the growth of the child, it will be convenient to use during games and activities. The kid will move the chair to the right place, organizing a space for games and entertainment.

For information on how to choose a highchair, see the following video.