Varieties of loft beds for adults and their choice

Loft bed models have long been well known and quite common. However, almost always acquaintance with them occurs during the arrangement of the children's room. But this is not the only way to use such an interesting model. It turns out that many similar designs have been developed for adults - they come to the rescue when decorating a room with a limited footage.

A loft bed is not at all like a double model - this type can be either a double or a single version... Basically, a single model is installed, raised above the floor, like a second tier. The free space at the bottom is functionally organized in the form of a desktop or a recreation area, a storage system or an extra bed, a sofa.

This type of furniture came to our country from European countries, which have extensive experience in planning limited space. The main goal of her invention is the release of footage in a small living space. If initially the loft bed performed only 2 functions - it served as a place to sleep and an additional storage area, then later the designers found a new use for it. These are combined models of cots and play areas, teenage and adult beds with sleeping and working areas, etc.

If you look closely, you can find a lot of positive aspects in loft beds.

1. Compactness... A bed raised high above the floor frees up space.
2. Multifunctionality... A bed at a decent height provides a place to sleep and free space below.
3. Multivariance... The arrangement of such a bed and a place on the floor have endless design possibilities for passive and active zones - you can not only choose a model, but arrange a zone for any purpose below.
4. Security... A sleeping place at a height has protective bumpers in children's models and even in most adult versions.
5. Attractive view... The aesthetic design is carefully thought out and designed.
6. Saving... A loft bed can sometimes dramatically reduce furniture costs.

There are many advantages, but loft beds also have disadvantages, some of which are quite serious.

• Height... No matter how hard manufacturers try to make the ladders to the bed safe, there is always the possibility of slipping.
• Bed linen change problem... It is very inconvenient to do this under the ceiling, standing on the stairs or crawling on the bed.

The following disadvantages are not so significant, however, it is necessary to mention them:

• a small child may be afraid of heights;
• it is almost impossible to choose a model with low ceilings;
• high price due to the presence of several modules in one product;
• despite the restraints, restless and playful kids run the risk of falling from above during active play;
• stuffiness, since warm air layers rise to the ceiling and it is more difficult to breathe there;
• the need for additional lighting if there is a work or study area under the bed.

The market today offers a wide variety of models and a wide range of sizes.For toddlers, teens and adults, multifunctional and simple, loft beds, painted in bright and pastel shades, wood and metal, plastic and MDF. An assortment for every taste, needs, wishes and possibilities.

Constructions for children meet all safety standards, are made of non-toxic materials... All corners have soft safe rounding, with sides, almost always covered with textiles, which protects babies from bruises. All materials, as well as fittings, meet safety standards. Such beds can be purchased not only in retail outlets, but also via the Internet, on the official websites of manufacturers, where the sizes, upholstery, cost and photos are shown. You can order and purchase both finished products, with or without mattresses, and by individual measurements.

Installation of the structure is quite simple and accessible to everyone who knows how to use a screwdriver or at least a screwdriver. Loft beds come in several varieties.

They are distinguished by the number of sleeping places:

• double;
• single beds.

By design features:

• double models with a sofa;
• single beds with a work desk;
• single, double models with a bed on the lower tier.

By the type of stairs. She may be:

• oblique or vertical;
• attached or stationary;
• through or in the form of a pedestal with drawers, whose surface serves as the next step.

The vertical ladder takes up a minimum of space, but in the form of a stepped chest of drawers it is the largest. Despite the more serious attitude of the adult generation to their own safety, it is better to choose stairs with at least one side rail. On the other hand, a model with a handrail takes up more space - it needs to be wider than a design without a stop.

The loft bed with a working area has a desk as the main element, complemented by auxiliary details - drawers, shelves for books or toys, side tables, etc. The height of the models is different, as well as the constructive variety of tables:

• large - the size of the bed;
• with a work surface and shelving;
• in tandem - a wardrobe plus a work surface;
• table with a curbstone as a support and table top;
• L-shaped table with a side for office equipment;
• U-shaped design with a large work surface.

At the bottom, you can create a full seating area with a sofa, TV and even a coffee table. This approach will not only allow you to relax in comfort, watching your favorite programs, but also enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. The combination of different materials - wood, plastic, metal in one corner creates a unique design.

With the help of a bunk structure, it is possible to solve the problem of sleeping places for 2-3 people at the same time, for example, at the top there is a 1-bed, at the bottom there is a 2-bed. An adult structure can be angular - installed in the corner of the room, support - on one side of the wall, on the other - a column, or suspended without a bottom, attached to a profile or chain. In this case, the whole structure looks quite airy, and the free lower area can be organized as you like.

This model has a bed upstairs and a wardrobe downstairs. It is important to properly plan the interior space - drawers, shelves, a bar, perhaps lighting... Doors can be classic swing doors or compartment doors. Sliding doors are used for large and spacious wardrobes, as well as to save space, because they do not need an open space. They are used both in adult furniture and in children's designs.

There are many canopy beds of this type. Moreover, the canopy can cover both the upper berth and the lower part. The canopy at the top has an arcuate frame, at the bottom it can be made in the form of sliding curtains or stretched fabric fixed on eyelets, etc.

An attic bed is not only a reasonable purchase, but also an excellent gift for children, because it is so interesting for little fidgets to have their own structure of 2 floors with steps. At the same time, the lower floor can be designed in the form of a play or sports area, with wardrobes, niches, shelves, etc. Personal space, is this not every child's dream? Who is unfamiliar with children's games of building houses under the table? And having an attic bed, children joyfully and enthusiastically master their own world, feeling comfortable and cozy there.

• The play space is located in the floor area and is performed using a variety of designs.
• The house is made of wood or safe plastic, with a canopy or curtains, which allows you to transform its isolation.
• Slide performs 2 functions at the same time: game and sports. The device can be removable and stationary.
• Playground equipped with shelves and boxes for storing toys and other things.

Attic-level beds are made of various materials, which determines their performance and price.

Wooden beds have a good lifespan, but they are quite heavy.... They are appreciated for their natural, environmentally friendly base. A bed made from a winter forest (conifers) has a subtle resinous aroma, releases essential oils that disinfect the atmosphere and create a favorable environment. Wooden furniture has increased durability.

Metal beds are most suitable for space decoration. in the loft style. Forged or welded products are particularly durable, durable, graceful and elegant. Metal is an affordable material that can withstand very serious loads.

Chipboard (chipboard), chipboard (laminated chipboard) - budget material. Not too strong and durable, since it has not a monolithic, but a pressed structure. Buying children's furniture made of chipboard is a wrong decision, because unscrupulous manufacturers use low-quality adhesives. During operation, they emit toxic substances - formaldehydes. Mandatory verification of the quality certificate is important.

The cost of the product depends on the material from which the bed is made - solid models have the highest cost. The most affordable "attics" made of chipboard, but their fragility serves as a deterrent to purchase. Something in the middle in the price category is metal products, but we must remember that this is a cold material, and the metal rungs of the stairs are quite slippery and can be traumatic.

Constructions made of chipboard with E-1 marking are considered safe (relatively). Sleeping basics can be different.

• Solid surface - wooden, plywood, chipboard. Absolute tightness creates an obstacle to air circulation, so it must be periodically ventilated, otherwise the accumulation of moisture will lead to the appearance of mold and pathogens.
• In the form of a lattice made of metal or wooden slats, which is much better in sanitary terms. The base receives the required level of hygroscopicity and breathability.
• The presence of sides with a height of at least 30-40 cm increases the level of safety even in models for adults - you never know how you can turn in a dream ... Usually they are made of the same material as the base: metal, wood, chipboard. In this case, the height of the stopper must exceed the height of the mattress.

Since the bed should organically fit into the interior and space, before purchasing it, it is necessary to make accurate measurements of the area on which the model will be installed... With non-standard sizes, custom-made models come to the rescue. The comfortable dimensions of the sleeping place are determined using a simple formula: the height of the person who will use the bed + 10 cm - as a result, the optimal length is obtained.

Standard sizes:

• 1-bed - 70 by 180-190-200 cm;
• one and a half sleeping model - 110 by 180-190-200 cm;
• Double bed - 140 by 180-190-200 cm or 150 by 210 cm.

A place to sleep should have increased comfort and coziness, which is why it is important to observe the distance between the mattress and the ceiling - at least 0.7 meters. The height of the space under the bed should allow free movement of the user.

Dimensions of the bed at the "attic" level:

• from 0 to 10 years - narrow - 80 x 160 cm;
• from 10 to 14 years old - 90 by 170 centimeters;
• from adolescence, 90 to 190 - single option, 180 to 200; 200 x 220 cm - large bed.

Complex height:

• short - for young children - from 75 to 160 cm;
• average - for teenagers - from 160 to 180 cm;
• high - for adults - from 180 to 200 cm.

If you pay attention to the size, then a sleeping place with two functional levels will replace part of the furnishings, help to save space in a limited space, while remaining a compact but full-fledged active and passive zone. The active zone is the lower level with a workplace, play space, relaxation zone in the adult version - a resting place with a sofa, TV, passive - a place to sleep.

The bed can be not only 1 and 2-bedroom, but also one and a half, as well as mini for a baby and large for an adult, narrow and wide, high and low - for a wide variety of apartment types. The compact complex is designed for small rooms - the best option for a small apartment. The minimum distance from the bed on the upper level to the ceiling is 70 cm, but the optimal one is at least a meter.

When choosing the design of a two-level complex with a loft bed and a functional area below the priority should be the interior and style of the room, as well as the preferences and tastes of the one who will use it. If this is a children's complex, then the colors should be cheerful, clean and bright. Children's loft bed for a girl, these are light colors - blue, white and pink, peach, gold, light green and turquoise, lilac and caramel. An adult and teenage bed can be painted in achromatic colors: black, white and all shades of gray, as well as in chromatic colors: green, red, orange, blue-violet, etc. Warm beige is no less relevant. Warmer shades are wenge, ivory, wheat and honey.

For boys I really like the design in the form of a ship, a car, an airplane. As an accompanying symbolism, stylized steering wheels and a rudder, painted sails, portholes, pirate, naval, and air paraphernalia are used. Girls more suitable stylization for a castle or a Barbie house, with a canopy, awning curtains with painted turrets, flowers, birds or funny characters from Disney cartoons. Boys are very fond of the heroes of the Marvel Universe - Spider-Man, Iron Knight, etc.

The loft for adults is decorated with railings, wrought iron or wood, wall mounted modern or vintage fixtures. If you take care of enough roomy space on the lower tier, then if you wish, you can embody any ideas and arrange the floor area in the form of:

• a work cabinet with a computer desk, an office chair and other office equipment;

• a mini-living room with a small folding sofa with an armchair and a table;

• a dressing room with a storage system for things - cabinets, shelves, drawers, and so on;

• rest rooms with flowers, additional light, a cozy armchair.

• Attic with wardrobe downstairs... There is a full dressing room on the floor with a large mirror on the compartment door. The massive staircase with railings is made of multi-tiered shelves - the surface of each serves as a step.

• As you can see in this photo, any limited space can be optimized if desired. Here, the loft bed is located above the kitchen area, freeing up the scarce studio footage for the living room. A hood must be installed above the hob so that smells and vapors from cooking do not rise into the passive sleeping zone.

• The high ceiling made it possible to make an almost separate room from the suspended structure with its own window... The bed is suspended on a metal profile, a well-thought-out device made it possible to equip a small glass shelf near the headboard, where you can put a book, a telephone.

• Pay attention to the unique design solution for the location of the attic... The staircase is designed in such a way that at the top it forms a second floor separating the wall from the single bed. Thus, you can stand in front of the sleeping place and changing the bed linen presents no difficulties.