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Square meters in large cities are expensive. Therefore, people have to invent various ways to save living space. The most efficient use of the apartment space is made possible by a transformable bunk bed - universal furniture of an original design. Modern examples of folding beds are comfortable, functional, and have a pleasant design that goes well with almost any interior.
Product Features and Benefits
Compact two-level transformable beds are better suited for small apartments than for luxury apartments . But whatever the living space, universal furniture will always come in handy. Each variety has its own set of advantages. However, there are advantages common to all products of this type:
- the appearance is original and will decorate any interior;
- the main advantage is the saving of living space, because two beds are located in an area intended for one;
- in addition to organizing a sleeping place, this furniture can have special functions - it serves as a sofa, wardrobe or desk;
- has increased strength, which is achieved by strengthening the frame structure;
- modern mechanisms are easy to use and maximally adapted to human needs.
Thanks to its undeniable advantages, a transformable bunk bed will be useful in any home. It can be installed in a studio apartment, used to equip a children's room or living room.
Composition for three children
During the day, a room for three children looks very spacious and bright, with a lot of free space. Along the edges of the sofa are two cabinets with drawers. We placed mezzanines along the entire wall; they are convenient for storing out-of-season items.
At night, the left side of the room is occupied by a sofa and two beds, with a passage on the right. Here we have three sleeping places. There is a one-and-a-half sofa in the center and two single beds 90 cm wide recline at the edges. In the project we used latex orthopedic mattresses 20 cm thick, they are five-zone and have two sides, winter - summer.
According to the project, we placed sockets, a night light bulb and shelves at the top at the headboard.
The bottom drawers slide out and serve as bedside tables at night.
Opposite the sofa is a TV cabinet with open shelves and two drawers.
On the right wall there is also a desk and a library.
Drawers and pull-out bedside tables on both sides of the sofa.
Graceful legs add style without being too conspicuous or detracting from the furniture itself.
The following items can be used for these projects:
Varieties
The most popular types of transformable beds are:
- composite;
- folding, built into the cabinet;
- retractable structures;
- sofa beds;
- with a work desk.
The most complex mechanisms are used in such varieties as a transforming bed with a wardrobe and a sofa bed. Their basis is durable metal structures, which are either connected to a sliding frame or mounted on rotary hinges that can withstand increased loads.
The design of composite and retractable models is much simpler. These structures do not have moving elements or complex mechanisms. The first type is characterized by the installation of the legs of the upper sleeping bed on the back of the lower tier with the possibility of reliable fixation. The second type is two separate housing structures, one of which is equipped with wheels. An important condition for all transformers is the ease of transformation from one functional state to another.
Composite
Such a transformer is two beds, placed one on top of the other and securely fixed using special fasteners or grooves. This solution will be useful for families with two children with a small age difference. If the kids start being capricious and don’t want to spend the night next to each other, the sleeping places can always be divided.
The bed legs are placed on top of each other and, after fastening, form reliable supports for the second tier. They are able to withstand a lot of weight. The composite transformer is also equipped with a removable ladder, which is easy to install or remove. The lower bed can be equipped with drawers for bedding.
When assembled, the bunk bed saves precious living space. By dismantling the upper structure, the sleeping places can be divided and even placed in different rooms. This type of product is well suited for anyone who loves practical furniture.
Cabinet shaped
In order to rationally use the entire area of the apartment, it is necessary to use multifunctional compact structures. One of the most interesting technical solutions when organizing a sleeping area is a folding bunk bed in the form of a closet. Important advantages that make this type of furniture popular are quick assembly and inconspicuousness during the day. The sleeping places take a vertical position and are put away in a tall narrow box standing against the wall, which looks like a closet.
The beds are mounted on reliable swivel hinges. Rotation around them provides movement from a horizontal to a vertical, more compact, position. The metal ladder plays the role of additional support. And if the folding bunk bed is equipped with gas guides, then the transformation will not require much effort.
The beds are equipped with special belts to secure the linen and mattress while moving the bed to a vertical position.
Reclining
The best possible option for saving living space is to convert the bed from a horizontal position to a vertical one. This transformation is ensured by special lifting mechanisms. They are equipped with strong hinges on which the berth is supported and around which it is rotated.
A bunk bed with a folding lift mechanism can be built into the wall or have an open metal frame. But most often this furniture becomes a narrow box when folded. Its exterior has a nice design that matches well with the interior.
A special type of reclining two-tier furniture includes a transformable sofa bed. During the day it looks like an ordinary sofa, and at night, with the help of mechanisms hidden by the body, you can easily create a second tier and organize an additional sleeping place there. Each such sofa comes with a durable ladder. Of all the types of transformers, this is the most functional.
Retractable
A retractable transformable bunk bed is the most compact. A separate advantage is that the upper tier is located relatively low. A person sleeping on it is not in danger of falling from a dangerous height.
The second floor of this type of furniture is quite a bit higher than a typical bed. During the daytime, the structure looks like an ordinary sleeping place with a large pull-out wardrobe. However, below is not storage for clothes, but another bed.
There are designs that can accommodate not two, but three people. In this option, two people are seated like on a regular bunk bed. The third is located on a pull-out berth, which, when assembled, is located under the lower tier.
With one berth and work area
There are several types of two-tier transformers with a work area. In some, the sleeping place is organized on the second tier, and the table is a folding structure. In others, when the bed is pulled out, the table is removed inside the body or moved to a lower level.
For children, they produce a wide range of models of transformable bunk beds with a table. This furniture attracts kids not only with its interesting design and bright colors, but also with many moving parts. The use of a transformer, in which the table is converted into a bed and back, is an excellent opportunity to effectively use the space of the living room. An additional advantage is that you need to clean your workplace every day before going to bed. This is a good way to teach your child order.
Difference between models for children and adults
A transformer is a good solution for almost any room in the house . It will come in handy in the living room: the sofa, which easily turns into two sleeping places, can easily accommodate friends staying overnight. If the apartment is small, then it is reasonable to use a folding bunk bed to turn the dining room or living room into a full-fledged bedroom at night. Such opportunities are more in demand among adults, and the dimensions of folding transformers are not small at all: length from 2 meters, width from 80 to 140 centimeters.
In children's rooms, composite and pull-out beds are often used. On them, the child will be able to independently organize a place to sleep. While he simply does not have enough strength to unfold the sofa or bring the folding model into the desired position. Bed sizes for children are smaller than for adults. The length of a mattress suitable for a child aged 10 to 14 years is 170 cm. For children under 10 years old, it is better to choose a bed with a length of 150–160 cm and a width of 70 cm.
When choosing the length of the bed, first of all you need to focus on the child’s height, because the recommendations are calculated on average indicators characteristic of the specified ages.
A transformable bunk bed for two children is a popular solution for older families. At the same time, older people prefer the second tier. Younger ones are more comfortable on the lower one - there is no danger of falling from a great height.
The top bed seems like an unusual place for children; they happily use it in games. A thoughtful design can improve the features of the second tier. Boys will love the interestingly designed functional elements of the bed: stairs, railings, sides, headboard. Girls will love the smooth and graceful contours, delicate colors, and the ability to beautifully arrange dolls and plush animals.
For babies
For schoolchildren
For teenagers
For adults
Transformable bunk beds with table
A wardrobe bed for two children is indispensable if you have a narrow room and you also need to place a desk in a small space. The length of such a table is 2 meters, which means that 2-3 children can be comfortably seated at the table at the same time. For example, a seat in a restaurant is usually calculated at 60 cm per adult. We multiply 60 cm by 3, we get 180 cm, and our table is 2 meters long. There is enough space for three teenagers to do their homework, and even more so for two.
Both beds are equipped with a folding headboard.
The plan shows a room for three children. On the right it is proposed to place a one-and-a-half folding bed with a sofa. You can see everything in detail on the Main page .
Manufacturing materials
The body of the transforming bed must be durable, especially when it comes to two-story models . The upper tiers of most products can support weights of more than 100 kg. To obtain such parameters, high-quality materials are used. And to prevent the bed from becoming too massive, they are combined. All moving parts of the transformation mechanism are made of metal - the design is simpler, and the elements themselves are more reliable.
Solid wood is often used as the base of the body. The products are durable, strong, and can easily withstand heavy loads. Species used: pine, beech, walnut, oak. Their use is typical for composite models.
Sliding doors are made from laminated chipboard panels using standard furniture manufacturing technologies. This technical solution is completely justified. Indeed, thanks to the unique design, this type of bed is not subject to increased loads.
Soft fillers, which are used for two-tier transformers, differ little from the standard ones used in other furniture. These are natural materials: coconut tow and horsehair. Or specially developed artificial ones: polyurethane foam, durafil, synthetic winterizer, holofiber, synthetic winterizer, synthetic padding. If the product is intended for children, then all the fillers used are of excellent quality and environmentally friendly.
The upholstery of the sofa will last a long time if it is made of durable and wear-resistant genuine leather . A good alternative is eco-leather. It is no different in appearance, but will require significantly lower costs. An important advantage is that leather is easy to care for - it is a very practical material.
However, it is more comfortable to sleep if the upholstery is made of velor, flock, chenille, matting or other types of textiles. Their surface is rough, which means that the bed linen will not constantly slide off, as often happens on the skin. Not all natural fabrics are highly wear-resistant. In addition, they are not easy to clean in case of serious contamination.
MDF
Metal
laminated chipboard
Solid wood
Additional selection criteria
To get a good result and a positive impression from the purchase, you need to take a responsible approach to choosing a bed. You need to try to take into account the maximum number of little things. For example, the height of the upper tier should be such that there is enough space for a person there, which means that when choosing a bed, it is necessary to take into account the distance from the floor to the ceiling. When looking at furniture for a nursery, you should remember that the recommended size of a child’s sleeping area between the ages of 3 and 10 years is 0.7 x 1.6 m.
The weight of the person who will be using the furniture is also important. Many designs are limited to 100 kg, but there are also stronger ones that can withstand 150 and even 200 kg. To prevent the bed from unexpectedly falling apart and having to deal with a jammed mechanism, you should check all connections in advance, test the model, and also read reviews about its reliability .
Transformable beds have a wide range of application possibilities. They are versatile, compact and help make the most of your living space. A wide variety of designs allows everyone to choose the most suitable model for themselves.
Children's bunk bed with wardrobe and sofa
The project of this room was developed on a space measuring 5 * 3 meters = 15 m2. The presented composition has everything necessary for a comfortable stay for two teenagers. The lower bed is a one-and-a-half bed, which is logical for an older child, while younger children like the beds on the upper tier.
The extendable table will serve as both a desk and a dining table; it is large enough for this purpose.
Three-seater sofa, comfortable, with wide armrests.
In such a room, it would be logical to place wardrobes and a TV stand opposite this composition.
