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A kindergarten is a place where children spend most of the day, so it is important to furnish the room with furniture that is comfortable for sleeping. When choosing beds for a kindergarten, it is important to remember such qualities of furniture as environmental friendliness, comfort, and durability.
Design options
Children's beds have the following varieties:
- sliding bed - especially relevant for kindergartens without a separate bedroom. This model may have drawers, a small chest of drawers, removable sides, special mattresses;
- single-tier bed with sides or backrest. The latter can have a straight or semicircular shape, representing an animal or the sun;
- The kaleidoscope bed has an interesting stacked layout. One sleeping place is inserted into another, which is convenient when arranging furniture in a playroom, as well as for easier cleaning of the room;
- A roll-out crib saves space by rolling out one bed from another. This option is not entirely convenient for the younger group: the second section is at a decent height from the floor;
- a bunk bed is two sleeping places located on top of each other, with a ladder for greater convenience. This is a good space saver, but not for the youngest kindergarten visitors;
- the double-row model forms two beds separated by a partition. Thanks to such models, significant space is saved;
- the three-tier option is boxes with wheels for rolling out, which allows you to save a lot of space, protecting bed linen from contamination;
- the roll-out version of a three-tier bed also consists of three parts, the only difference being that the upper part slides into the bed frame;
- roll-out bed with a cover of three sections. Each seating area is of different heights and slides one under the other, with lids protecting bedding from dust. Roll-out models save space well, but are not recommended for younger family members;
- The roll-out bedside table model consists of two sections - this is a kind of large bedside table with roll-out drawers, which essentially serve as beds. The upper part slides into the body of the cabinet itself. There is an option with a lid for the top drawer.
Despite the variety of beds for kindergartens, single-tier models are mostly chosen. Multi-tiered products may raise safety issues, not to mention the stability of the models. In any case, these qualities are tested during installation, and the conclusion is given by the head of the child care institution.
Double row
Bunk
Kaleidoscope
Single-tier
Sliding
Round cribs by type of transformation with photos in different positions
The design of round transformable cribs may differ significantly. The convenience, duration of their use, as well as possible transformations depend on this. We invite you to get acquainted with the existing varieties so that by the time of purchase you understand exactly which model for a newborn your child needs.
The crib can be easily converted into a table with chairs
Three in one
Transformation of such products is ensured by changing the height of the bottom. In the middle position, this is a regular round crib in which a newborn baby can sleep. In the top there is a changing table, in the lowest there is a playpen.
The changing table is easy to use
This transformer is suitable for newborns and children up to one year old. It can then be turned into a play area if desired. Some models are equipped with special doors that make it convenient for the baby to leave the fenced area.
Children feel comfortable in the playpen
Five in one
The functionality of five-in-one round cribs for newborns is significantly expanded. Such products can already “grow” with the child. The presence of a movable wall allows you to turn the crib into a cozy mini-sofa. By removing the side parts, you can get a table and two seats instead of a bed.
Attention! Just like the three-in-one transformer, the five-in-one model, if necessary, can turn into a playpen or changing table.
The number of transformations is much greater
Six in one
The functionality of the six-in-one models is quite large. This is not only a sleeping place for a newborn. They grow with the child and turn into a playpen, changing table, sofa and table with chairs. If necessary, the sleeping area can become a play area. You just need to remove the bottom and attach the back wall to the wall using special slats. The baby will no longer be able to go beyond such a fence without the help of adults, which allows us to guarantee his safety in certain conditions.
The length of the sleeping area of the transformable crib can be increased
The body of such cribs, taking into account the operational load, is usually metal. The choice in favor of combined materials is very rarely made.
Fencing elements
Cribs require guards to prevent falls. Their appearance is related to the type of construction and the material used. Such devices can be made from:
- fabrics;
- plastic;
- metal;
- tree.
So, for children of the older group, the bed limiter is selected in medium sizes so that they can climb up without assistance and not fall during sleep. For greater emphasis, slits can also be made to cover part of the bed.
Very popular parts included with beds are barriers - removable or built-in. The first type has a horizontal base, which is placed under the mattress and is attached to the bed sides. They are supplied with racks that are adjustable for possible modification of the barrier height. Some contain retractable poles to position the bed rail at the desired distance from the edge. Built-in barriers are panels that are attached to the side of the bed. They do not have sharp corners, and the soft covering will protect the baby from possible injury while sleeping.
The most multifunctional are considered to be beds with barriers, which have drawers at the base. In addition to ensuring proper security, such elements contribute to greater order in the room.
The preference for barriers as fencing elements has good reasons:
- feeling more protected and falling asleep faster;
- wide range of models;
- the mattress and blanket do not slide to the floor;
- no draft penetration.
When choosing beds and their protective elements, you should pay attention to the dimensions of the structure and the age group of the children. The thematic orientation of the premises also plays an important role.
Advantages of a round cradle
The round-shaped cradle is the latest development of furniture designers. Today, manufacturers offer convenient transforming models that can be used until the child reaches 10 years of age.
Let's consider the advantages of such furniture:
- It provides the baby with a full view (360°) of the space around him.
- It has no sharp corners.
- A variety of materials used in its manufacture.
- Can be turned into a playpen.
- Thanks to the wheels, it can be easily moved around the room.
- The dimensions of the crib can be extended as the child grows (the round shape turns into an oval).
- It saves space.
- It has an unusual, interesting appearance.
- Models equipped with drawers allow you to avoid purchasing a chest of drawers for storing children's clothes.
- Many types of such furniture are equipped with special rocking devices, which allows the newborn to fall asleep directly in them.
- Such products are safer to use.
The only drawback of the round cradle is its price. Modern transformers, which combine more than a dozen functions necessary for future parents, are expensive.
Their cost is significantly higher than that of regular baby beds. But they eliminate the need to buy a playpen, chest of drawers, changing table and other necessary furniture parts, the purchase of which will cost more.
Thematic design
In kindergarten it is important to have a comfortable place to sleep. We also do not forget that the bedroom is a place of peace and comfort. But how every child wants to associate their bed with something fun and magical.
You can put drawings of your favorite characters from books and cartoons on ordinary beds. To do this, if the institution has the opportunity, you can invite a professional artist, or you can try to do this for the teachers, parents and children themselves. The creative process will add to your mood, and cute animals from fairy tales and princesses will be a continuation of your fairytale dream.
In addition to the bed itself, children's bedding plays an important role. Of course, first of all you need to pay attention to its environmental friendliness and dye stability. But for the child, you should also choose his favorite design - gentle and charming pictures, interesting plots, landscape paintings. And of course, the images of fairy tale characters and cartoon characters will make him happy to unpack his bed and go to bed. Or just light pastel colors that set you up for a restful and healthy sleep. But when choosing bedding, you should still avoid strong brightness and variegation, which will irritate the child.
The most daring decisions for bed design can be considered a departure from the standard shape. Vehicles will be the favorites here. A modern car bed is the dream of every boy, and a crib in the shape of a carriage is the dream of a little princess. The main thing is that such a solution is realistically feasible.
Quality and compliance with GOSTs
Two main GOSTs are related to the types of cribs produced for kindergartens, as well as testing their quality. Models intended for a nursery group must have a reliable fence and be able to modify the height of the bed as the baby grows. The length of the product should not exceed 1 m 20 cm, and the width - 0.6 m. If the crib has the function of moving the side rail down, then it should be lowered by no less than 13.5 cm.
A bed intended for children from 3 to 7 years old must be at least 1 m 40 cm, and the same width as the previous type. At the same time, the width can be made larger.
In the basic areas of testing beds in kindergartens, the following settings according to GOST are important:
- structural stability;
- degree of deformability of bed posts;
- foundation strength;
- overall durability of the product.
Fresh products should be taken for testing, and the protocols of all inspections should contain possible deviations from installation standards, which were revealed by control. In addition, among the important requirements for children's equipment in the garden are sanitary and epidemiological rules for design and maintenance, confirmed by certificates. And beds, like any piece of furniture, must be resistant to the use of various wet cleaning products.
Features of the design of round transformable cribs for newborns
The design of such furniture may differ slightly. It all depends on the manufacturer and the number of possible transformations. However, each crib must have a bottom and two semicircular slats. The latter can be made of metal or wood. With minor manipulations, you can make a playpen, sofa, table or other piece of furniture from a cradle for a newborn.
A round transformable crib can become part of any interior
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