Sliding beds: varieties

Sliding bed models - one of the most popular products in the furniture market. Modern stores offer similar models in different incarnations, they are made to order and decorated in accordance with the style of the interior. So that buyers are not lost in a wide model range of beds, you should familiarize yourself with the varieties of these products in advance.

Depending on the age and needs of customers, the following types and models of sliding beds are distinguished.

Products with a sliding mechanism are in great demand for the purchase in the nursery. This option is suitable for children of any age - from babies to teenagers.

Cot for the little ones can be transformed by a special mechanism and used by a child of school age. These beds are called “grow up”.They have additional compartments, which are advanced, you can easily increase the size of the bed. There are two types of such products, designed for ages from 0 to 10 years and from 3 to 15. Such a universal size range allows parents to change their bed only once, avoiding unnecessary costs.

In families where there are children of the same age, the two-story sliding bed will become irreplaceable attribute. It saves space ideally, because during the day the lower tier can be pushed under the upper one and be content with the parameters of a single bed. Such a bed is not bought for growth, but can be supplied with tables, which are attached to the back of the frame. For large families even construct three-tier products.

Adults may need a bed, which is transformed into a small sofa or couch. Sliding products of this type are usually one-and-a-half, but you can often find a double folding sofa bed.

Such products are often installed in the living room as the main or additional bed for two. Thanks to the built-in lifting mechanism, the lower part first extends from under the upper one, and then rises one level with it. Despite the compactness of the assembled product, the size in the unfolded form can sometimes be impressive.

Retractable transformers for adults are and L-shaped. The corner bed consists of a pull-out section located under its larger side and a compartment for laundry, which is under the smaller part.

The main materials for the manufacture of beds with sliding mechanism - chipboard and wood. Often they are combined in one product. Sometimes the folding mechanism is provided with metal legs for fixing one of theparts of the structure.

Various species are used as wood massif - pine, birch, maple. Sofa design is performed in a variety of options for upholstery, which affects the cost of the finished product.

Whatever model of a sliding bed you choose, remember that they have a number of advantages over other products:

• Sliding bed significantly saves space in the roomwithout making it “empty”. This characteristic is especially vividly manifested in such products that are transformed into a sofa.
• Such a bed save your family budget, eliminating the need to often buy a new bed as the child grows up.
• The mechanisms of such models are easy, so you can easily repair the product yourself in case of breakage.
• Bed made from environmentally friendly materials does not do any harm to your health, possesses high quality and functionality.
• All products are beautiful combined with any interior design. In the variety of sliding beds it is easy to find a model that fits into the decor of your room.
• Sliding beds equipped with laundry storage boxes are quite roomy. They eliminate the need to litter dressers and cabinets or install additional shelves.

Before buying a bed, familiarize yourself with the features of sliding models that need to be considered:

1. Similar bed not suitable for active children's games. If the child will often jump on it, then there is a risk of breakage of the product or any part of it.
2. Some beds of sliding type are made with a solid bottom. This feature is incompatible with orthopedic mattresses. Also, in such constructions the mattress is worse ventilated.

Before you go to buy a sliding bed, do not be lazy to explore the manufacturers of such furniture. Among the most popular firms are the following:

• Marti Design Group - a popular domestic manufacturer of folding and sliding sofas. The advantage of the models is that when assembled, they can be extremely compact, while in a disassembled state they can turn into an overall sleeping bed.

• Brand popular in our country Ikea on a par with more expensive manufacturers offers you a series of sofas that can be transformed into a comfortable double bed. The manufacturer cares about the ratio of price and quality and provides a wide selection of products.

• Bonaldo factory cares about the comfort of its customers. It offers a range of products suitable for the modern interior style. Comfortable sofas are transformed into at least comfortable beds using the sliding mechanism and give you the opportunity to enjoy comfort.

• Sliding beds are very popular among manufacturers of children's furniture. stamps "I grow". This company offers stylish models for kids, which can be decorated in any of the 25 shades of the palette. The emphasis is on the environmental friendliness of materials and strength, which allows even active games of children.

• Furniture company Zoom-Kids-Room It is famous not only for the production of furniture for the youngest, but also for its design in an exclusive design. Among the ready-made options you can find such a bed that will make your child’s bedroom bright, unusual and colorful.

To choose a product correctly, you need to take into account a number of nuances when choosing it:

• First of all, pay attention to the material from which the bed is made. Read reviews about the strength of such products and the duration of their service. An important feature of a wooden bed is its environmental friendliness. A plus will be the availability of a quality certificate for the model.
• Before you buy a sliding bed or sofa, be sure to measure the area of ​​the room and the dimensions of the area where you are going to place the product. Sometimes the features of the layout dictate their conditions when choosing furniture.
• You should try out the mechanisms before buying. Carefully inspect the bed for external defects, ask the seller to demonstrate all the options for transforming the product.
• Buying a bed be not too lazy to get also an orthopedic mattress. Under some designs fit certain brands of mattresses, so you can buy everything at once in one store. A well-chosen mattress will give you a healthy sleep and will favorably affect the spine and back muscles.

Russian users buy sliding beds quite often. In most cases, these products are selected for children. Users note that even when disassembled to the maximum, such models look compact, without any bulkiness and excessive pretentiousness.

In the past few years, modern transforming sofas have been particularly popular. Many people note their organic compatibility with modern styles of living rooms and easy and convenient conversion to a comfortable bed. Often, such models help out the owners of one-room apartments, significantly saving space.

Next, see the review of the popular sliding model beds from Ikea.