Dresser bed for children and adults, how to choose the right one

Design features of the retractable mechanism

A distinctive feature of the design is the retractable mechanism, thanks to which it is possible to organize an additional sleeping place. The upper tier rises slightly, and you can climb onto it thanks to wide steps. They are often used as additional shelves or drawers.

The steps make it easy to climb to the top tier and look original.

Attention! The retractable design is safer and more stable compared to tiered models.

The retractable mechanism comes in several types:

on guides;
with wheeled devices;
on rails (without them).

Option for a pull-out bed with a mechanism on wheels.
The first option will not be the most suitable for a child, since the lack of wheels and guides rigidly attached to the body limit the functionality of the bed. At the same time, in order to push the lower tier forward, you will have to make a lot of effort. The roller mechanism allows you to avoid such problems, thanks to which the berth can be easily installed in the desired position.

When purchasing such a bed for children, you should pay special attention to the material from which it is made.

Types of pull-out beds for two children

Beds of this type can be divided into several groups:

With tied tiers. The lower tier is made over the entire length and width of the product, limited by a retractable mechanism. Such a bed for two children has a significant drawback: the child on the upper tier must step over the sleeping person on the lower level if he wants to go down.

Option for a crib with attached tiers.
Retractable model with separate transformation option. If necessary, the lower tier can be easily pulled out to place it in the most suitable place. The mobility of the product is the main advantage of this type of bed.

This bed can be divided and placed in a convenient place in the room.
An inexpensive option for a bunk bed with a pull-out bed. The model does not have additional shelves and drawers. The upper tier is located at a distance of 10-15 cm from the floor.

Photo of a budget option for a pull-out bed. It is made without additional cabinets and accessories.
With additional drawers. The niche space allows you to place bedding in it. The lower tier turns into a full-fledged sleeping place, located at a sufficient height from the floor.

Bunk bed with additional drawers and cabinets.
Three-tiered. This model does not provide drawers, but there is an additional mattress. For a large family this is the most suitable option.

Pull-out bed for three children.

Retractable tier placement options

Modern design projects provide many options for the location of the lower tier. The main ideas for the design of beds with a pull-out berth can be divided into several groups:

to the classic version, which assumes a parallel arrangement of sleeping places. This design is simple and stable. The lower tier is located low, it can be easily pulled out, so organizing a sleeping place and climbing onto the bed will be easy and convenient even for a small child;
in an option when the lower tier is located perpendicular to the upper one. The freed up space under the upper bed is used for additional shelves and cabinets. It is possible to organize a work area in this space with a small table for the younger child to study;
The perpendicular arrangement of the lower tier allows you to place a double bed on the lower floor. In this case, three children can fit on a two-tier model;
in the option of a single-level arrangement of sleeping places in unfolded form. To implement this solution, the lower tier of a pull-out children's bed is supplemented with folding legs, which, if necessary, can be folded out into two sleeping places on the same level;
There is also an option - a pull-out pull-out bed. This model provides for a single-level arrangement of beds, when two structures are rolled out, located one above the other, and then transformed into a double single-level bed using a special sliding mechanism;
In many models, the lower structure is equipped with drawers for storing things and bedding. This is very convenient, the drawers are equipped with retractable wheels or roller guides, they are easy to pull out, and they are spacious. Such additional elements perfectly complement the design of a roll-out children's bed and are an excellent place to store children's toys and clothes;
For school-age children, a pull-out children's bed model is used, the basis of which is a special podium. Under the podium there are two berths on roll-out wheels. The podium is a reliable structure with a metal or wooden frame; it is often used to organize the workspace of two schoolchildren. At this elevation there are desks, shelves for storing books and children's things. A comfortable climb to the podium is provided by wide steps that harmoniously fit into the overall design of the roll-out children's bed. Steps can become additional storage space, thanks to additional drawers located inside the lifting structure. The result is an original, spacious chest of drawers;
The podium version of the roll-out design is perfect for two adults. In this case, one of the options would be one double roll-out sleeping area, which during the daytime is completely hidden under the podium. The upper structure will serve as a relaxation area. This solution allows you to significantly expand the usable space of a small room. A double bed for adults can be partially pulled out from under the podium, covered with a cover, supplemented with pillows and serve as a sofa without armrests for relaxing during the daytime.

Product dimensions

Choosing the appropriate bed size depends on the age of the child and the size of the room. For children under 3 years old, the standard length and width of the product is 120x60 cm, for the age group from 3 to 6 years old - 140x60 cm, for schoolchildren 6-12 years old - 160x80 cm, for teenagers over 12 years old - 190x80 cm.

A pull-out bed will fit well into the interior of a room for teenagers.

Attention! The specified dimensions are required for preschool institutions; in other cases, the dimensions can be selected individually.

Many manufacturers, taking into account customer demand, produce products with a length of 160 cm and a width of 80 cm. However, the sizes can be any; this directly depends on the customer’s preferences.

The dimensions, model and color scheme of the pull-out bed depend on the buyer.

If children's furniture is equipped with sides or rods, then the distance between them should be 2-6 cm. The mattress is located at a depth of 7 cm. The width of the side walls should be 10 cm. Children's pull-out beds for two children will be easy to use if they are of standard sizes.

This bed model is suitable for twins or two small children.

Bed dimensions and additional elements

Pull-out beds can be made in any size. But with the classic parallel arrangement of the lower tier, it will always be 8-10 cm smaller than the upper one. Depending on the size of the bed, there are the following options for products with a roll-out bed:

single version, has dimensions: width from 80 to 100 cm, length from 160 to 200 cm;
one-and-a-half-bed models have a width from 100 to 140 cm, a length from 190 to 200 cm;
double models, 160-180 cm wide, up to 220 cm long. Such options are often used for an adult pull-out bed with a podium look.

The most popular size of a pull-out bed for two children: length 160 cm, width 80 cm. These dimensions of a sleeping place are suitable for teenagers; a roll-out bed for children of this size will not be too small for them.

Retractable furniture has dimensions that largely depend on the design of the model. The presence of additional elements in the form of drawers, shelves and cabinets for storing things, roll-out tables and comfortable wide stairs increases the size of the entire product, but makes a bed equipped with an additional roll-out sleeping place much more functional. Such interior items can become a real furniture complex that will combine not only sleeping areas, but also places to store children's things, bedding, as well as work spaces for relaxation and study.

For example, a children's bed with a pull-out table will make it easy to organize a workspace for an older schoolchild, and then remove it, freeing up space for younger children to play.

Additional spacious chests of drawers at the bottom of two-tier furniture, drawers inside the steps, side shelves and cabinets for storing things can easily replace a full-fledged closet, freeing up space for games and activities. Additional drawers at the bottom of a bunk bed will make the entire structure taller. The optimal height of the lower berth should be no lower than the child’s knee, but not higher than the hip line; at this size it will be convenient to go to bed and go down from the lower tier.

For the podium version, the roll-out structure itself can become a multifunctional element. At night it can be a sleeping place for a child, and during the daytime such furniture can easily be transformed into a roll-out comfortable sofa bed . The sofa is covered with a cover, complemented by sofa cushions, and serves as an excellent resting place for older children.

Advantages and disadvantages of pull-out beds

A children's bed with a pull-out design has many advantages, thanks to which two children will be comfortable in the same room. Among the main advantages are:

safety;
efficiency;
ease of operation;
practicality;
efficiency;
saving space in the room;
functionality, ergonomics;
small sizes;
durability;
large selection of models.

Pull-out beds for two children have many advantages.
The advantages include the presence of additional lockers and drawers for storing things. This is very important, since systematic arrangement of things develops in the child a desire to maintain cleanliness and order.

Retractable models can be used by children over the age of one and a half years.

On the top tier there are sides that will prevent the baby from falling.

Speaking of disadvantages, here we can only highlight the psychological aspect of discomfort in a child who sleeps on the lower level. Especially if the model is three-tiered. From a practical point of view, it is difficult for a child who sleeps on the top tier to go downstairs. Another drawback is that over time the rollers begin to glide poorly, which can lead to scratches and marks on the floor.

There is a ladder attached to the top crib to make it easier for the child sleeping there to go up and down.

About beds and rooms for different sexes

Eola, 21.12.04 14:31

Hello everyone, Although this may have already been discussed, I would venture to ask again. We are expecting a second child in the near future (they promise a girl). The eldest son will be one year and eight years old at that time. He currently sleeps in a "baby" crib (with high sides) in his small room. The questions are as follows: - Should he buy an “almost adult” bed for his second birthday + a side that can be screwed onto it so that he doesn’t fall in his sleep? If so, what kind of bed? In this case, his bed will be transferred to the second child. Or you need to buy a second “children’s” bed for the second child, wait 3-4 years and then buy adult beds. — At what age and until what age is it possible and worthwhile to place a brother and sister in one large room? While the second child is small, it’s probably not worth doing this (so that he doesn’t interfere with the eldest)? Please share your experience!

langoustine, 21.12.04 17:14

Eola I’ll tell you how it was with us, my son was 18 months old when his sister was born. We bought an old children's bed, since he sleeps quite restlessly and always crawls away, and then they didn’t want him to change the situation. We climbed into a big bed for about three years, and then at night he crawls to the opposite end of the room. We moved Juliette into Klim’s room for 4 months, before that with us, since it was easier to get up at night, that is, there was no need to go to another room, then Klim would definitely wake up. It’s hard to say up to what age, I don’t know, but up to 6-7 years it’s probably possible without problems. and then it’s more fun for them to fall asleep together like that

tanya_twix, 21.12.04 17:24

I dream of a second child, and therefore I have two children’s rooms planned in my new apartment. It seems to me that if possible, it is good when each child has his own room where he can retire, bring his friends, arrange his room to his own taste. They can play together, if they want, and each one goes to his own room to sleep. Especially if the children are of different sexes. My brother and I lived in the same room - I don’t want the same for my children, especially since there is such an opportunity.

BC, 21.12.04 19:08

Although I’m not the same age, I’m 4 years apart—the kids still sleep in the same room. From 3-4 months old, when she began to sleep all night, i.e. They rocked them to sleep and took them to the nursery, where the son was already sleeping... As soon as she grows up a little more, I’ll buy them a 2-story bed, my son asks. They really are more fun. Until the age of 10, the sons will most likely be together, we’ll see closer to the point. But for you, anyway I would recommend a second crib

Nasta, 22.12.05 17:31

Hello everyone, I’ll tell you how it was for us. For the birth of our second, we bought a small sofa for the eldest, but in advance, about a month before the event, we began to slowly accustom him to it. There was enough time, and when I came from the maternity hospital with the little one , he was already sleeping on it. The sofa is the most ordinary one, the only thing is that we put pillows down for him for a couple of months, although there were never any cases of falling. Now the little one is growing up, we’ll buy a bunk bed or another sofa, this time for her. What about a separate one? rooms, then I know for sure: mine can’t live without each other, I can’t put them in separate rooms. As requested, then please, but for now I’m just enjoying their joint games

Sindirella, 22.12.05 22:32

Buy a second bed or sofa (something like a Cheburashka) so that it folds up (as far as I understand, the room is small). Mine will sleep in the same room while they are little. As they grow up (by Max’s school, most likely), we will make a room for Maxim from the current office (this is what we originally planned). Secretly I hope for a new apartment, of course

Motya, 07.01.06 03:42

Eola, we have almost the same age difference (1 year and 7.5 months). Now the youngest is 9 months old, and the oldest is 2 years old and 4.5 months old. We have 2 rooms, one of them is a children's room. We moved the eldest into the nursery when she was about 8 months old. At night she woke up until she was about 1 year and 4 months old, she had to run to her, BUT she survived the “stress” of going to a separate room quite early (many child psychologists advise doing this around 6 months), which now allows her to fall asleep very peacefully alone in her room. Regarding the bed: we thought that if we put her in a bed without sides, then she definitely won’t fall asleep during the day, but at night she can also crawl out and come running to us…. That’s why she still sleeps with us (2 years 4.5 months) in a crib with sides. During the day, she sometimes doesn’t sleep, takes toys out of the basket and plays in the crib (the basket is next to the crib), after which 50% of the time she falls asleep (if she could get out, she definitely wouldn’t fall asleep). At least, even if she doesn’t sleep, she is “neutralized” for some time, which is extremely necessary for parents when there are children the same age!!! The youngest (9 months) has been sleeping in his own crib in our room since birth. Even in the first months, I tried not to put him in my bed, and I don’t think that this somehow violated “our connection with him,” but at night I sleep peacefully, without fear of crushing anyone, and he got used to his place. Thus, we now have 2 cribs with sides: one in our room, the other in the nursery. By June we are waiting for the third year to appear, then we will have to move the younger one to the older one in the nursery and buy another crib... If it weren’t for this, then I wouldn’t even think about relocating my youngest... he wakes up very often at night, and Maria sleeps lightly

Old woman, 12.01.06 23:45

We are one year and eight years apart. They wanted to transfer the eldest to a regular bed. But first of all, he likes to “nest” - he rearranges pillows and blankets in different ways, sometimes at night if he wakes up. In this fascinating process, he even managed to knock over a chair that had been pulled up (though he didn’t fall over himself). Secondly, despite the decent number of meters in the entire apartment, we still sleep in one

Old woman, 12.01.06 23:57

Oh, I lost it... I continue. We all sleep in the same room, and it’s difficult to fit another bed in there. So we decided to leave him in a crib with sides for now. We were given a wonderful wicker cradle for the baby, but for unknown reasons she didn’t immediately fall in love with it - she would open her eyes, find herself in the cradle - and scream until we took her to her. As a result, we bought a second crib with a side - he sleeps great in it. In the summer we plan to do another piece of renovation - then we will move the children into a separate room. I think they can live together for up to 10 years. The only thing is that everyone wants their own bed, their own locker and their own desk. Then, of course, the parents will have to make room and, instead of a living room-office, make a room for one of their children.

Lady-Helen, 13.01.06 18:02

Our oldest (only 11 months old) did not want to sleep in a crib for her own reasons. We bought a small sofa. Here, of course, she has freedom, she wanted to get down herself. She sleeps in her room, there is also a room for the youngest, while dad’s cab. We bought an apartment taking into account that everyone had a room. Everyone wants privacy sometimes. Children will get tired of each other, quarrels will begin. If possible...

coral, 21.09.06 14:52

and we finally resettled our own

Basic rules for choosing material and mattress

To make pull-out beds, both solid wood and other modern materials can be used. On sale you can find models in the following categories:

Made from hard wood. The material is strong, durable and environmentally friendly, which makes it a top seller. However, it is worth considering the weight of such a bed, as well as its cost. It is important that the surface is well sanded, so it will be safer for children.
The most budget option would be beds made of chipboard or MDF. Laminated types have a longer service life.
Combined products, where the frame is made of natural wood, and the flat elements are made of MDF or chipboard. In terms of price, this is the most affordable option, and this also applies to models with a metal frame.

Pull-out beds are considered functional and spacious. They help save room space.

Attention! You should be very careful when choosing models made of metal and polymer, since strength can only be guaranteed if they are of high quality.

Particular attention is paid to the material from which the bed base is made. Due to poor ventilation of the mattress, a blind and closed base made of chipboard would not be the best option. This can also negatively affect the condition of the child’s spine. Plastic slats may not withstand heavy loads. But wide wooden slats are an excellent option.

A bed with a trundle mechanism on wheels is suitable for a room that does not have carpeting.

A mattress for a pull-out children's bed should be of medium or high hardness; springs are not recommended. There are mainly 2 types of mattresses:

Anatomical – the child sleeps comfortably because the mattress takes the shape of his body.
Orthopedic - despite the rigidity, this is the safest option for health.

If a child has a spinal disease or poor posture, it is better to choose an orthopedic mattress.

Pull-out bed with orthopedic mattress.

The standard mattress depth is from 5 to 13 cm. The thickness for the upper tier may vary. The choice for the lower tier should be based on the height of the retractable part.

Attention! It is recommended to choose a mattress whose height is 5 cm higher than the top edge of the bed.

It is best to choose mattresses filled with materials: coconut fibers, bamboo, latex, polyurethane foam.

An orthopedic mattress has a beneficial effect on a child’s sleep and posture.

How sleeping places are arranged - types of bases, which ones are better

A roll-out bed for two children has a frame made of wood panels (MDF, chipboard, solid wood), in rare cases made of plastic. All edges must be rounded to avoid injury.

A bed for two children has sleeping accommodations in the form of a box with a base. This allows you to fold furniture most conveniently and also prevents your child from falling over in his sleep. The basis may vary, here are the options:

Lamels. These are planks made of wood or plastic. Placed under the mattress, supporting it. The element is at the same time rigid, but at the same time springy. This allows you to achieve optimal position of the spine during night rest. Also, the presence of space between the slats contributes to high-quality ventilation of the mattress.
The base is flat. Made from one slab. Can be made from solid wood, chipboard, MDF. Not a bad option, the baby will not experience discomfort. But such furniture is more massive, the mattress is practically not ventilated.

Usually there is not much difference in the basis of different levels. Sometimes the top tier can be made without a side. That's all the differences.

There are budget three-tier beds, where the lower bed is simply a mattress, simply placed on the floor. If you have three children, this might be an option to consider.

How and where to place it in the interior

The location for a bed with a retractable lower bunk for two children must be carefully selected. You should avoid window-door lines and other ventilated areas.

Experts recommend installing a bed against one of the free walls in the children's room.

Basically choose one of the free walls. Can be installed on a podium or niche. The last option will be the most convenient, since the recess in the wall visually divides the space of the room into different zones.

The location for the bed must be chosen correctly. Avoid places with drafts.

The cabinets, shelves, and drawers adjacent to the structure also allow you to divide the space. This is especially true for elongated rooms.

If the room is elongated and small, this design with a podium will help out.

Rules for assembling pull-out beds

Each manufacturer of children's roll-out bed models must include instructions and a step-by-step assembly drawing of the entire structure. To avoid mistakes, you should familiarize yourself with it in advance.

Before starting assembly, be sure to read the instructions.

First you need to prepare a set of required tools:

roulette;
screwdriver;
screwdriver;
conductor for installing drawers.

Next, you need to check the instructions for the presence of all the necessary parts and accessories. It is worth preparing a separate box for small items, this will help avoid their loss.

First, as a rule, you will need to assemble the lower drawers, then the base of the bed. Next, the side walls, front and rear, are attached. Rail elements must be installed in advance. Lastly, the handles (if any) and the horizontal base for the upper mattress will be attached.

If you choose a high-quality model made from good natural materials, you can avoid many problems when assembling and using a children's bed.

Types of structures

Before choosing templates or determining the optimal dimensions that a closet, table or bed should have, you need to get acquainted with the available design options.

Today we are talking about beds. If you choose a bed for your child, then without any problems you can take your favorite bunk bed-table or some transforming models.

The best manufacturers and models of pull-out beds

There are many well-known brands on the market, under whose names reliable and high-quality designs are produced. The most popular are:

Ikea. Children's beds from this Dutch brand are very popular today. Retractable structures for two children will be no exception. You can only hear positive feedback from parents. The designs are made for children 3-15 years old, all products have their own sliding system, and environmentally friendly material is used for production.
"West Eco". The furniture of the Russian factory is also of high quality. The “Vyrastaika” children’s bed model (for children from 3 to 12 years old) is especially popular.
"Mebelenok.RF". From this manufacturer you can buy the popular “I’m Growing” furniture collection. High-quality structures do not have sharp corners. Only beech is used for production; all additional boxes are also made of natural wood.
"Lived once". Children's beds with the “Once upon a time” mechanism are very popular. The models are made of environmentally friendly chipboard, the headboard is made of MDF. The dimensions of the structures are very different, so you can choose a bed for children of different ages.

Today you can choose a design that suits you.
The choice of children's pull-out beds is huge. For a large family, a pull-out bed for children is the most suitable option. The model allows you not only to save space, but also to accommodate two children in sleeping places.

Manufacturing materials

Structural parts of bedroom furniture are made from different raw materials. Its quality affects the strength, reliability, environmental safety, durability, and appearance of the product. Manufacturers use:

tree;
MDF;
Chipboard.

Characteristics of the table-bed, types of transformers and their sizes
Solid wood is ideal for the production of a children's bed with a chest of drawers. Such raw materials guarantee a long service life of furniture without loss of basic characteristics. Throughout use, the natural material retains high resistance to mechanical stress, aesthetic appeal and environmental friendliness. Most often, inexpensive but durable pine is used for production. And to increase their presentation, these boards are covered with veneer made from valuable species.

In second place in terms of quality and cost is MDF. The big advantage of the material is that no toxic substances are used in the manufacture of fiberboards. The dense and homogeneous structure of MDF explains the long service life of furniture products. In addition, thanks to modern processing, the panels have an attractive appearance.

Chipboard is inferior to the first two types of materials in quality, but benefits due to its lower cost. Chipboard is reliable when using furniture. It makes beautiful dresser fronts and bed frames.

When purchasing furniture made from chipboard, you need to remember the possible toxicity of the composition that is used to glue the chips.

Tree

MDF

laminated chipboard