Ikea bunk beds

Two beds located one above the other significantly save space in the apartment. That is why these beds are very popular in children's rooms, kindergartens, boarding schools, as well as in hostels and small hotels. Ikea bunk beds have traditionally been considered inexpensive and quality.

Ikea has gained worldwide popularity due to its low cost and functionality. Beds of this brand will be easy to assemble, and you can buy them in any major city of our country. The models themselves are mostly unattractive - they provide the basis for creativity. To make such furniture look good in a room, you have to think through every detail.

Swedish-Dutch company offers a choice of several models of bunk beds. Depending on the interior style and personal preferences, you can choose a bed made of wood or metal of different colors.

Brand assortment:

• Classic bunk beds;
• Loft beds;
• Beds with extra pull-out bed.

Thus, the Ikea bunk bed can be designed for one, two or three people at once - the option is chosen depending on the required number of beds and the need to save space.

A very simple and pleasant-looking bed made of solid pine. It is great for small children. Natural wood shade allows you to withstand the interior in bright colors without cluttering the room.

The size of the bed, both upper and lower - 90x200 cm (according to these dimensions, the mattress is purchased). The bed on the second tier has a high side, which eliminates the fall.

The ladder at assembly can be attached both from one, and with other side. This allows you to put the bed not only close to the wall, but also, for example, in the middle of the room, zoning the space.

Another inexpensive model. The frame is made of steel.The sides on the upper bed are made of mesh. This bed looks simple and stylish, especially in the interior of the boys' rooms. The model is much lower than the rest of Ikea bunk beds - its height is 130, 5 cm. This is a plus for those whose children are still small (6-10 years old), because this way the parents can clearly see the child who sleeps at the top.

The dimensions of the bed are 200x90 cm. Between the floors is 86 cm, which allows children and adults to sit quietly on the lower tier during the day.

Classic bunk bed made of metal. The bed sizes are also standard - 200x90 cm. The peculiarity of this model is the large distance from the floor to the lower tier. This allows you to purchase a retractable bed for such a bed. The pullout bed of the “Swart” moves under the lower tier, and at night it moves forward, forming a low, but quite sleepable place. This is an excellent option for those who often receive guests or relatives. And for children, this is an additional opportunity for games and fun.

The ladder at assembly is established on any party.

Not just a loft bed, but a full-fledged nursery.In this compact set there is a place for a bed, a desktop with drawers, a wardrobe and a shelving.

The design is made primarily of chipboard. Interestingly, the table with drawers can be placed parallel to the bed (i.e., exactly under it), and it is possible at an angle of 90 °, and how to completely expose it outside the frame, or partially.

Variations are possible - three or four drawers under the table top. Another model in this series, Stuva / Foglia, is made entirely in white (perfect for girls), and there are two drawers under the table, but they are roomy. Included is a set of colored stickers that can be pasted on the handles of drawers and doors, decorating the furniture to your liking.

Model bed, perfect for adults or older children. It differs in height (the bed is located at a height of 176 cm from the floor) and is 140 cm wide with a length of 200 cm. It is made of solid pine, covered with white paint. Black hardware creates an elegant look. Below there is a place even for a full-fledged sofa. A ladder is attached on both sides.

By the way, it is not at all necessary that such beds are suitable for those who have growing older or twins. Ikea designers suggest using bunk beds not only to accommodate two people, but also to save room space for one person. On the upper tier can be a bed, and the lower with pillows easily turns into a sofa. Well, if the sofa is not needed, the perfect solution would be a loft bed. This is a type of bunk bed, where the workplace is located on the lower level, and a recreation area on the upper level.

Already familiar model "Tuffing" can be produced without the lower bed. For convenience, the steep ladder is replaced by an inclined ladder that goes straight to the floor.

Instead of the lower bed there is a crossbar, to which you can attach a universal tabletop from the "Swart", so get a workplace with a table. Designers of the company offer options without this table top, when there is a small table-desk under the bed, and shelves for books and office are fastened on the wall. You can place point sources of light on the walls and put a cozy lounge chair on the lower tier.

Attic in the design of "Svart" can also be added to the table top, which is attached to the crossbars.

The bed size for most models is the same - 200x90 cm. The beds are designed as teenage. This is stated in the description provided by the manufacturer on the site. But their bed size is almost “adult” (the standard bed for adults is 190x100 cm). Many customers have noted that adults of medium height are comfortably accommodated in these beds. The maximum weight for which they are designed - 90-100 kg.

Especially carefully you need to approach the purchase of a mattress - the maximum allowable thickness is prescribed for each model of the bed. This is especially true of the upper tier, so it was safe to sleep there. The budget model “Tuffing” does not allow a mattress wider than 10 cm. For other models, this figure varies between 19-22 cm.

With Ikea, this is all simple - the beds are as inconspicuous as possible in colors, since the emphasis is on functionality. Model "Midal" is available in the color of natural wood, "Tuffing" - in dark gray, "Svart" has two colors - white and silver steel.The loft beds “Sturo” and “Stuva” are made in white color. The latter has variations in the choice of color of doors and drawers - yellow or green.

If you really want to change the color of the bed, it can be done, especially on wooden and metal models. The wooden frame should be well treated with sandpaper, and then can be covered with light varnish or stain. Color water-based paints will look great on wood.

Children usually love bunk beds. They give them space for games and allow them to have their own personal space:

• Choosing a model, for a start it is worth deciding on its purpose. If you have two preschoolers, it is best to purchase a budget model like "Midal" or "Tuffing." As a rule, children at that age do not need a stationary workplace and the beds will be enough for games and recreation. For older children, you can consider the option of two different beds lofts - they can be arranged on different sides of the room. So you will have two beds and two tables, and the place in the middle of the room will remain free.

• The most important criterion when choosing a bunk bed is safety. The model should stand firmly on the floor, not to stagger and not swing. Be sure to test the top "floor". It is best for an adult to climb up and try to lie down there. The bed should not sag or creak. The bed must be able to withstand the weight of an adult - because the mind is incomprehensible that children can do on it!

• The second thing worth paying attention to is the bumpers. Ideally, both tiers have them, but the most important thing is at the top. The height must be at least 30 cm. It’s worth noting only the height of the fence, but also the strength of its mounting.

• Compare the height of the model you like and the height of the ceilings. A person sleeping on the second tier should not, getting out of bed, hit his head against the ceiling. The same applies to the residents of the lower "floor": ideally, both the child and the adult should sit quietly on the first tier. This will allow you to use the bed during the day for reading or quiet games.

• The next item is a ladder. The ideal option is oblique, but this happens only in loft beds. Other Ikea models have steep stairs to save space. Try it in practice - whether it has handrails, do not slip the crossbar.

Instructions are attached to each model of the bed. It is sure to be included when purchasing, in addition, it can always be downloaded from the company's website in the section "product description". Interestingly, on-site instructions are updated faster than printed versions. Therefore, if suddenly there were flaws in the paper instructions, you should look at the site - most likely, the assembly method was updated.

Ikea instructions are always made in pictures. This eliminates inaccuracies in translating text into different languages. The build is intuitive. The document describes all the parts from the kit, the hardware that is included in the kit. Always, if necessary, the manufacturer puts in the package S-shaped keys ("collars") of the desired diameters. At the same time, the first page always indicates which tools you need to have your own - for example, for wooden beds this is a hammer and a screwdriver, for metal beds, only a screwdriver.

Wooden model "Midal" conquers buyers cheapness and natural material. It does not smell of chipboard and chemistry.However, some buyers have noted that the boards are not too well polished - there is a chance of getting splinters. The staircase is inconvenient: it is painful to climb on it. In addition, it is constantly loosened and you have to tighten the fasteners.

Bed "Tuffing" reviews are durable and easy to clean. Many mothers have noted that due to the small height it is very convenient to refuel and restart. Among the shortcomings - a staircase in the middle, not everyone will like it.

"Svart" with its good height and strength does not look too aesthetically pleasing. Many people say on the forums that when looking at it, the barracks are remembered. Before buying, you should carefully consider the interior - this model should be well decorated to fit the style.

Attic "Stuva" impresses with solid appearance and good quality performance. True, parents doubt the reliability of the stairs - it is too steep and there is absolutely nothing to hold on to. This model is recommended to purchase for teenagers.

If you plan to purchase a bed of this particular brand, you should arrange a nursery in the Scandi style, it will be a win-win.

Be sure to use bright textiles, otherwise the frames are simply “lost”.

You can use bright colors for the walls.

Best of all, Ikea furniture looks in catalogs and retail stores. Often this is the main disappointment - it is not so easy to fit these functional and simple things into the purely Russian interior. With this furniture is best to do the design of the room "from scratch".

How to build a bunk bed "Midal", see the following video.