Bed in the living room

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It is not always possible to arrange your home the first time. Sometimes it takes years to renovate an apartment to achieve the desired result. It is very difficult to create comfort and coziness in small rooms of small apartments. The solution to the issue may be completely unexpected - a bed in the wall or in the closet, which can make the room not only functional, but also beautiful. A bed built into the wall is very popular in apartments where there is not enough free space.

A curtain

The easiest way to separate the sleeping area is with a curtain. This is not an ideal option - after all, the area of the room is significantly reduced, but the bed is definitely hidden from prying eyes.

Types of transformation mechanisms

The lifting device is one of the most important factors when choosing a wall bed, which you should pay close attention to. Its reliability directly affects the durability of the product. There are three types of elements:

on gas shock absorbers;
on springs;
manual, without automation.

Features and types of corner sofa bed, selection criteria

The most budget models are with a manual mechanism. Physical strength will be required to raise and lower the bed every day. Spring mechanisms are used less often, less force will have to be applied. But this type of device requires regular replacement. For example, a wall bed with a spring mechanism has a warranty of up to five years. The best device is considered to be a device with gas shock absorbers, which can serve properly for more than 20 years.

In the last decade, electric drive models have appeared on the market. They are rarely installed in private homes; more often such systems are used in hotels and premium hotels. A remote controlled bed is not as reliable as it seems at first glance. Any breakdown in the system will not allow the bed to be folded out.

Gas lift has remained the most reliable transformation mechanism for many years.

The type of device is chosen in accordance with the wishes and requirements of the owner. For people with disabilities and fragile girls, it is preferable to take a gas lift or a remote-controlled model. If you are ready for daily physical activity, you can opt for a spring or manual mechanism.

On gas shock absorbers

On springs

Manual

Electric drive

Panels

Build a special niche for the bed from sliding partitions. During the day they slide in, and the hidden bed does not disturb anyone, and at night the panels can be moved apart, increasing the volume of the “bedroom”.

Folding sofa bed

An interesting option for equipping a living room combined with a bedroom is to replace the bed with a sofa bed, which converts into a full-fledged sleeping place. This allows you to hide the bed and at the same time have a comfortable seating area in the room.

Sofa beds are easy to match to any interior, as they come in different shapes and sizes: from standard rectangular ones to huge round ones.

Selection and placement criteria

In order for the bed to look decent among other furnishings and become the decoration of the room, you need to adhere to some recommendations:

The product should adapt to the overall interior, correspond to the design concept, and not stand out from it, violating the created harmony.
The color of the bed is selected in accordance with the background tones of the entire room, correlated with pieces of furniture, walls, floor and ceiling.
For children's rooms, choose bright products in cheerful colors; themed prints are welcome.
For a classic interior, models are usually made in neutral light colors (sand, olive, gray, brown, white). Among prints, preference is given to geometric patterns.
Minimalism is a practical and functional style. Characteristic features are straight, regular lines, lack of intrusive decor. A bed suitable for this trend can be equipped with additional storage systems and can be transformed into other pieces of furniture (structures with a built-in table, sofa, shelves).
If you need to choose a bed to match the art deco style, you can pay attention to models with luxurious, elaborate finishes. The shapes are characterized by curves and bizarre lines. The headboard is designed with special chic; a combination of several materials is encouraged.
Contrasting combinations are inherent in the high-tech style. The classic pair - black and white - is especially held in high esteem. The headboard and footboard are used as accent details, which can be decorated with bright decorative elements.

Types and dimensions of transformable beds for children and adults

Custom-made products allow you to realize any fantasies of the owner. The original design can become the central element of a modern interior.

The bed should fit into the overall design of the room

You should choose bright colors of furniture for the children's room.

It is important to pay special attention to the quality and reliability of the transformation mechanism

Models made in a minimalist design are always a win-win option

Transformation

Special transforming furniture is produced for small apartments. It allows you to use the same item in different situations.

For example, a large dining table hides a secret bed - you just need to arrange it in a special way. A small children's couch can become a work desk. Such “transformers” save both money and space.

Podium

A secret bed can be arranged in a podium - this is the best option in cases where the same room serves simultaneously as a living room, a bedroom, an office, a nursery, and even a gym.

With the help of a podium, the room can be divided into two zones, one of which can be a study, and the other a living room. The bed, built into the podium, slides out to its “workplace” at night, and during the day it is impossible to detect its presence.

Closet

You can arrange a hidden bed in the closet in such a way that no one will even guess that this room is a bedroom at night. The simplest option is a regular wardrobe, the doors of which hide the bed.

A more complex option is a transforming bed, which in a vertical position forms the wall of a closet. Raising and lowering such a bed is easy using a special mechanism.

Varieties

Beds with a lifting device are divided into horizontal and vertical. For the living room, it is preferable to choose a two-seater vertical type model. When lifted, additional space is created in the form of a cabinet and mirror. A horizontal mechanism is ideal for compact models of children's furniture. When assembled, it resembles a chest of drawers with built-in drawers for storing linen. Models with sliding halves are also popular - the elements hide the disassembled bed.

Types and dimensions of transformable beds for children and adults

Depending on the size of the bed, the bed in the wall can be single, one-and-a-half, or double. Sometimes there are more comfortable models - king size. Thanks to the spacious mattress, they can comfortably accommodate 3 adults.

There are also several main types of built-in furniture:

The folding model has gained popularity due to its simplicity and practicality. It can be folded and disassembled without much difficulty, allowing you to save space and create an additional work area. But the mechanism of economy class models is not very reliable, so when choosing, they primarily rely on the strength of the structure and its load capacity.
A bed built into a closet can vary in size. The folding principle is quite simple - open the doors, lower the bed. The wardrobe is equipped with sliding doors that can be moved to the extreme position. Even with the bed unfolded, it is easy to reach neighboring shelves and sections. The only negative is the open cabinet doors, which spoils the aesthetic appeal of the room.
The transforming bed consists of two functional products - the sleeping place itself and a full-size wardrobe in assembled condition. There are drawers for folding bed linen and additional things. Transformers with built-in storage systems and pull-out shelves deserve special attention.
The hidden model assumes the existence of a niche. The product is attached directly to the wall, which should be quite strong. The structure cannot be installed on a partition made of plasterboard or wood.

The sleeping place must support one and a half weight of the sleeping person, otherwise there is a risk of breaking the lifting mechanism.

Beds are also divided according to the material they are made of, which directly affects their cost. The most expensive models are those made from solid wood with a lifting mechanism on gas shock absorbers. The most budget-friendly ones are with a plastic facade and a chipboard frame without automatic lifting.

Folding

Built-in cabinet

Transformer

Hidden

Ceiling

One of the most original ways to hide a bed in a family room is to drive it... onto the ceiling! Of course, in houses with low ceilings, such a solution would be justified only in a children’s room, because children love to hide in secluded corners, and such an “attic” will be very cozy for them.

It will also be convenient for adults if you equip a niche on the “second floor” with lighting for evening reading and an outlet for chargers.

Another “ceiling” option is a hanging bed. To lower such a secret bed, just press the button of a special mechanism. The obvious disadvantage of ceiling structures is the inability to lie down and rest during the day; each time you first have to bring the bed into working position.

Advantages and disadvantages

A folding bed is a piece of furniture that is removed inside a closet or wall niche using lifting mechanisms, freeing up useful space in the room. The built-in type of furniture is in demand in hospitals, budget hotels, and hostels. With the help of folding transformable beds, sleeping quarters for children in kindergartens and elementary schools are equipped. Moreover, these can be either single-level or two-level models.

You can install such a bed at an enterprise; it will come in handy when people work at night and need rest. Most often, owners of small apartments choose a folding wardrobe bed. This option is convenient for owners of one-room premises, when they need to organize a living area, work area, and bedroom in one area.

Advantages of folding beds:

They are simple and easy to use.
During the day, a significant area of the room is vacated.
Many models are equipped with a storage system.
They retain their aesthetic appeal when disassembled and folded and perfectly complement the interior.
Reliable, safe lifting mechanism for repeated use.
The bed is secured to the base with straps, so you don't have to make it every time.
It's easy to clean where there is a closet with a folding bed.
A variety of design and style solutions, a wide selection of designs and shapes.

You also need to pay attention to the disadvantages:

A bed built into a closet is very expensive, and repairs will require the participation of specialists.
To install a folding model, you need to accurately calculate the area it will occupy when unfolded.
You need to carefully think through all the nuances when ordering such furniture; it should blend harmoniously with the interior.
You will have to carefully monitor the serviceability of the mechanisms and strictly follow all operating instructions. Otherwise, injury cannot be avoided.

Types of beds built into the closet, features of selection and installation
You can place such a bed in any room, if the space allows. Wardrobes in which bedroom furniture is hidden retain their main function - they are a convenient storage system. On shelves and mezzanines you can store books, clothes, linen, household appliances, and various small items.

An interesting and very practical option is a folding bed with a sofa. He hides under the base of the bed. When the bed is put away in the closet, a cozy sofa remains instead. At night, the frame is lowered again, and the sofa is transformed and compactly placed under the bed.

Space saving

Ease of use

Variety of designs

Reliable transformation mechanism

Compatibility with most modern interiors

Lounge

Set up a lounge area in your home. To do this, build a low podium-bowl, in the recess of which place the mattress. The main condition is that it should not protrude above the level of the podium. This is a hidden bed, which can serve as a resting place during the day and as a place to sleep at night.