Ikea Sliding Beds

With the advent of the child, there is always a question about purchasing new furniture, including options for sleeping. The children's organism (as well as all living things) is constantly growing, and over time it is necessary to think not only about new clothes, but also about the bed. To the growing body of the baby did not feel discomfort, and parents could not waste time, the company Ikea Offers an excellent solution to the problem in the form of a retractable bed.

Consumers are especially pleased with the following advantages:

• For a long period of time (5-10 years) You can forget about buying a new bed in the nursery. This is due to the fact that along with the growing up of children, parents independently increase the length of the bed.
• Saving of useful space. Paradoxically, but to increase the length of the old bed is always a simpler solution than buying new furniture.
• Peace of mind. If the nursery was originally designed in the same style, then the sliding bed will eliminate the problem of finding a new bed in the same design.

Such models have the following features:

• The company produces two categories of such goods. These are beds for very young children aged 0 to 3 years and for children from 3 to 15 years.
• In the manufacture of children's furniture, the manufacturer prefers an environmentally friendly material - wood, usually pine. But for lovers of metal beds, there is the Minnen series - these products are made of iron. Models of other manufacturers, fully made of compressed sawdust (fiberboard and chipboard), as a rule, are less durable and more quickly become unusable, creating additional financial and temporary difficulties.
• All models of this brand have a slatted bottom, made from carefully processed pine boards. When compared with a solid plywood bottom, it can be noted that the rack and pinion has a greater margin of safety and provides a complete process of ventilation of the mattress.

There are other advantages:

• Compact size. The average dimensions of wooden beds range from 135 to 208 cm in length and 90 cm in width. Iron have the same length parameters with a width of 85 cm.
• Durability. The entire Ikea product line meets high quality standards, the main thing is to beware of fakes,which, with external similarity, are distinguished by low-grade materials (chipboard is used instead of wood) and an improperly installed sliding mechanism (the certified mechanism of the manufacturer’s own design is distinguished by a simple system of extension of the structure).
• Diverse design. Ikea tries to take into account the different tastes of consumers and produce bed options that fit perfectly in a children's room with a classic interior, and in a room with a more modern design.

However, there are also disadvantages:

• None of the models produced by companies does not provide for good protection for babies, so if necessary, such an acquisition will have to be taken care of additionally.
• There are no options with built-in drawers in the assortment of Ikea sliding beds, so storage will have to be taken extra.

The most popular models among buyers are:

• "Busunge". The bed has a neutral design solution and fits perfectly into any interior. It is made using compressed sawdust (MDF and particleboard), which affects the strength of the structure,Therefore, this model is more suitable for children with a calm character. The high headboard and sides reliably protect the child from falling during a dream. Sizes: from 138 to 208 cm in length and 90 cm in width.

• Lexvik. The classic model of the brand, completely made of wood, which on the one hand ensures the strength and durability of the structure, and on the other hand, because of its massiveness, the product takes up more space, which is not quite suitable for small children's rooms. The rack base is not included and must be purchased separately. Sizes: from 138 to 208 cm in length and 90 cm in width.

• Minnen. Iron bed, produced in one of two colors: black and light. The frame is made of high-strength steel with powder coating, the bottom is made of glued slats, which are based on beech or birch. Sizes: from 135 to 206 cm long and 85 cm wide.
• Sundwick. The frame is made of pine. Produced in white or gray colors and has a neutral design. Sizes: from 137 to 207 cm in length and 91 cm in width.

It is worth considering some useful recommendations:

• Optimal color when choosing a bed - white. Even large in size furniture in this color version does not clutter the space and is perfect for both boys and girls.
• When choosing a bed, it is preferable to opt for a frame option.made of natural wood, as this material is environmentally safe and durable.
• If a child is prone to creative inclinations, cloth for which are furniture and wallpaper, it is better to make a choice in favor of metal beds, which are easier to clean.
• With limited space in the nursery, the choice is to make in favor of the “Minnen” series bed.since its dimensions are most suitable.
• It is important to consider the age and height of the child.as it is safer and safer for babies to sleep on a low bed, and for older children, it is preferable to choose models with a maximum height (from the base to the floor level).

When buying any bed brand will have to think about buying a mattress, as it is not provided in the kit. The simplest and right decision would be to purchase a product of the same brand. It is important when choosing a mattress to consider the following factors:

• The mattress should be 2-3 cm shorter than the length of the bed to fit perfectly into the assembled frame.
• For children under the age of 12, it is preferable to make a choice in favor of a rigid or semi-rigid mattress, as the spine is formed before this age, and its fixation is required.
• It is very good if the inner filler is made from flax, wool or coconut fiber. Cotton or foam filler is faster filled with dust, it deforms and becomes unusable, creating discomfort during sleep.

Each bed comes with detailed instructions describing the process of assembling furniture. Thanks to vivid illustrations, the algorithm of actions for obtaining a finished result is quite simple even for an unprepared person.

In the best way, Ikea models are characterized by positive customer reviews, which have already made their choice and noted the high quality of the brand’s furniture.

An alternative to sliding beds can serve as a brand couch, the most popular models are:

• "Brimnes." A couch with two drawers and low sides. It is made of chipboard and therefore costs less than models made of natural wood, but the durability of this model is significantly lower.
• "Flax". It is completed at the choice of the buyer - drawers or an additional rolled out bed. The couch is made of chipboard and fiberboard and has no enclosing elements. Neutral design and reasonable price are indisputable advantages of this model.
• Hemnes. The most popular model, which has three drawers and an extra roll out bed, is offered to the buyer only in white.

The happy owner of the sliding bed "Minnen" shares her impressions in the next video.