Choosing a cot with drawers

 Choosing a cot with drawers

When a baby appears in a happy family, parents try to provide them with maximum comfort during sleep. An older child also needs a comfortable bed. After all, he learns and knows the world, and needs a good rest. There are many models on the market for every taste, but I would like to dwell on a universal crib with drawers.

Advantages and disadvantages

Like any child's things, a bed with drawers has its advantages and disadvantages.

This furniture has the following advantages:

  • first of all, the design allows you to get additional storage space for children's supplies that you can get without leaving your baby;
  • drawers give furniture additional stability;
  • You can choose the right size for any age that will make the child’s sleep as comfortable as possible;
  • compactness of models allows to save the area of ​​the room;
  • Many beds are equipped with a removable side that will not allow a small child to fall out of the bed.

The disadvantages of this model are the following:

  • cumbersome;
  • children can play with boxes and injure themselves;
  • some boxes do not have a lid on top, which is fraught with the accumulation of dust on top of stored items;
  • in the design of a large number of elements that may eventually loosen.

Kinds

Varieties of beds with drawers very much. They vary in design, age and size.

There are several options for beds with drawers.

  • For the smallest or so-called nursery bed. It has a size of 120x60 cm and is calculated on average up to three years of age of a child. Classic bed is made of solid wood. The box is usually located under the bottom and serves to store diapers and bedding.
  • Cot with drawers and pendulum for newborns. It has the same functionality as the previous model, and is also equipped with a pendulum mechanism for rocking a baby, which is convenient for restless babies.

Mom can, without getting out of bed, push the crib to start the mechanism. The grown up kid himself will be able to have fun, bouncing and swaying in it.

  • Transforming bed. This model will last until the end of adolescence, since, initially having the typical dimensions of 120x60 cm, it is moved apart to the size of a single bed 180x60 cm. This is achieved by sliding the dresser standing next to the playpen to the floor.
  • Sleeper with drawers for a teenager. The previous bed is universal, but due to this the size of the bed is very small. The best option would be a queen-size bed, and space savings can be achieved by purchasing a model with drawers.
  • Bed attic with drawers. This is a very popular model for older children. The boxes along with the shelves in it can be located under the bottom of the bed, on the side of it and in the elements of the ladder upstairs.

When buying such a bed, it is important to remember that it is better not to use this bed for children under 6–7 years old. They can fall out of it and get scared at best.

  • Sofa with drawers. This is a version of the bed, made mainly of soft materials. It has a back and a side piece.There are options in the form of toys or carriages and cars. In the bottom of the built-in storage space for toys or bedding.
  • The couch with storage space. Such a bed has only a headboard, and basically a storage box is located under the bottom.
  • Ottoman with drawers. This model is represented by a rather narrow sofa without a back or with soft pillows instead. Such a model is very much in demand at the present time, and its storage space makes it even more comfortable.
  • Roll out bed for two children. Drawers here are located mainly on the side in the form of a small chest of drawers. The bottom of one bed extends and represents a second bed.

Materials and sizes

Each parent cares about the health of their child, so it is important to choose a crib from harmless materials and coatings. When you shop in each store, you need to ask for quality certificates, which indicate the composition of these substances. Preference should be given to beds with drawers from a wooden array, but such a bed can pretty empty your wallet. The most affordable option would be a pine cot.

Higher quality, but also at cost will be furniture made of beech, oak, birch, alder. Nowadays, wenge is a very popular tree for making furniture. It is a valuable tropical breed. This solid wood of dark saturated color is resistant to damage and other adverse environmental factors. The price category of furniture from wenge belongs rather to the class above the average.

A beautiful, but less durable example of furniture are beds made of laminated chipboard and MDF. They differ in a large palette of shades and design options. LDSP is still not recommended to choose as the main material for the manufacture of nursery, as the material can release toxic substances into the surrounding air. A berth with boxes for a child from such material is in the middle segment of price policy. Plastic models are also in demand. The polymer does not deteriorate over time, and is also easy to clean and very cheap.

Children's sofas with drawers can be made in the form of toys, carriages and cars. They often have soft plush upholstery. Often, it is not possible to find out from what the frame. Traditionally, it is made of metal parts or high-strength polymers. Children like these unusual options, but the surface of such bedroom furniture is very marking.Caring for her is problematic.

As for the size of beds for a child with drawers, they, as well as for standard models, should be in the following ranges:

  • for babies and up to three years:
    1. bed - 120x60 cm;
    2. bottom position of the bottom at a height of 30 cm, top - 50 cm;
    3. side wall no more than 95 cm high;
  • from three to six years:
    1. bed - 140x60 cm;
    2. bottom at a height of 30 cm from the floor;
  • for younger students:
    1. bed - 160x80 cm;
    2. height from the floor - 40 cm;
  • for older students:
    1. bed - 180x90 cm;
    2. height from the floor - 50 cm.

Design

Many parents before the birth of the baby do in the children's repair and want the purchased furniture harmoniously fit into the interior of the updated room. In order for a bed with drawers for infants to easily fit into any design, it is necessary to select neutral colors or even natural unpainted wood color.

There are such designs as:

  • antique, with smooth curves of the bearing parts and with exquisite carved handles of boxes;
  • modern models with smooth lines and convenient retractable storage spaces;
  • beds in the form of cars, carriages, toys;
  • soft sofas or couches;
  • standard rectangular beds with one or two drawers under the bottom.

Before choosing, you can find on the Internet examples of solutions and choose the best option for a particular room. For older children, the design will depend on their gender, taste preferences, favorite colors. For example, a loft bed with a wardrobe and drawers will help free up space in the room and add functionality, which is very important for small apartments. For teens, it’s better to provide a design choice for them.

Now many models of beds with drawers are made in a modern style and attract attention with a variety of colors. Instead of ready-made furniture, you can buy a bed to order. Then the customer will decide what color she will have, the number of drawers and the width of the sleeping area.

Tips for choosing

A wide variety of cots with drawers complicates the selection and confuses parents. To properly select such important furniture, you need to follow a few recommendations.

  • It is desirable that the box under the bottom was located at a short distance from the floor. Access is required to clean the floor.For the youngest lovers to sleep is very important cleanliness in the house.
  • Before buying it is worth checking whether all the fixings are in place, or whether they are reliable. Usually in cheap models the roller system of drawer opening leaves much to be desired. It is worth checking in advance whether the assembly scheme is in place. Sometimes it is very difficult or impossible to assemble a bed without it.
  • The storage space for clothes and toys should not be too bulky and have a protective mechanism of extension. When the baby grows up, he can pull out the drawer and drop it if it is easy enough to do.
  • A great option would also be a bed on wheels. This model is mobile and does not require movement efforts.
  • The bottom of the bed for a child under 3 years old should ideally be rack. So, the design will be well ventilated.
  • The side parts of the rods must meet certain sizes. The distance between them can not be more than 6-7 cm in order to avoid injury to the child.
  • The height of the bottom should definitely be adjusted. The side may be removable.
  • When buying, it is better to view the quality certificate of paintwork products for the crib. And also need to pay attention to the smell of the bed.If it smells repellent chemicals, then it is better not to purchase.
  • Furniture material is preferably wood.
  • Before purchase, you need to inspect the parts of the bed for irregularities, cracks, to avoid cuts and scratches in a small child.
  • At the bottom of the bed it is better to have several storage boxes. The needs of the child grow, and the extra space never hurts.
  • It is better to choose storage places with lids so that they are not covered with dust.
  • If the room allows, the size of the crib is better to take more. This will enhance the comfort of a night of rest.

Manufacturers

Now there is a huge variety of cribs with drawers. Manufacturers are trying to withstand the competition and offer different options for both design and price. One of the popular baby cots with drawers at the present time are representatives of the Sonya company beds. There are options for every taste and color.

For the smallest models are presented with longitudinal and transverse storage space for diapers with the following additional features:

  • with longitudinal and transverse pendulum;
  • on removable wheels;
  • with decorative side panels;

Cots are made of laminated chipboard, MDF or entirely of wood. In the production of used safe paint products. The color scale will allow to pick up a product to any interior.

The Red Star (Mozhga) produces many models of children's eco-friendly cribs. This factory is often confused with the Mozhginsky timber plant, but these are two completely different furniture manufacturers. Although both are worthy representatives of their business. Interesting design "antique" has a bed for kids "Alice" Mozhginsky timber plant. This model has beautiful bends of the back and sides, a longitudinal locking pendulum, three levels of the bottom. Storage box is very roomy. The color scheme is represented by five shades: cherry, wenge, walnut, ivory and pure white.

The Russian factory Gandylyan gained popularity in the field of children's furniture. In production only natural and safe materials are used. All furniture is very durable. Papaloni, despite its name, is also a popular cot manufacturer in Russia. These beds are distinguished by Italian design with smooth lines, as well as relatively affordable prices.The Russian factory "Fairy" also produces low cost beds, which are worth paying attention to.

For older children, you can choose the perfect options for beds in any specialized furniture store. The same "Ikea" offers a wide range of children's and teenage beds with boxes for toys or bedding.

Beautiful examples in the interior

A bed with drawers, a chest of drawers and a changing table for a baby is very comfortable and compact furniture for any interior. Beautiful natural nut color will suit almost any tones.

A simple bed for a baby with a drawer for linen. White color will decorate the nursery, suitable for both boys and girls. An excellent headset with a stand-alone dresser.

Bed “Sonya” for a girl is a beautiful cot, made in smooth lines. It has two storage boxes and two protective bumpers.

The sofa bed for a girl with two drawers has a concise design. Additional pillows make it possible not only to sleep, but also to sit-in on such a bed. Two hidden compartments for storing things absolutely not conspicuous.

A loft bed with a drawer and a storage shelf is ideal for elementary school children due to its low height. Shelves will serve for your favorite books and textbooks, and in the drawer you can hide all the most confidential.

A bed-sofa for a teenager will make any bedroom cozy thanks to a pleasant woody décor. A rather wide bed will allow a tired student to rest in comfort.

Bed for families with two children. This design will delight the two fidgets. A large number of boxes, shelves will help distribute all the things children.

A wooden bed with drawers for two small children is a very compact option. A retractable second berth includes storage boxes.

How to make a children's bed with boxes with your own hands, see the next video.

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