Advantages and disadvantages of round beds, placement features

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When decorating the interior of apartments, the corners of rooms often remain unused; the modern furniture industry offers special furniture that allows you to effectively use “dead” zones. Lately, corner beds have become increasingly in demand; this piece of furniture will fit perfectly into the interior of a nursery, bedroom and living room.

Advantages and disadvantages

An unusual shape, smooth lines, the absence of sharp corners - these properties of furniture attract a lot of attention, so a round bed will definitely play its decisive role in the interior of the bedroom.

Main advantages:

1. The shape of the bed allows you to feel free and relaxed, which means you get better sleep.
2. The risk of injury is minimized, because the furniture has no sharp corners - this is especially important for families with children.
3. This model will become a highlight in a room with any interior, transform it, add a touch of sophistication and freshness.

But in addition to its advantages, a sleeping place of this shape also has disadvantages. For example, it is not always suitable for married couples. And a model that can accommodate two adults must be large in diameter, which is why the free space in the room suffers. Also, many are put off by the high cost of both the product itself and bedding sets for a round bed. Despite some disadvantages, such furniture is popular and becomes the choice of people who are accustomed to keeping up with current trends and have good taste.

Bedding for a round bed will cost about twice as much as a regular set.

What are the features of corner structures

The main features of corner double beds are:

• beautifully decorated corners of the room;
• a decorated headboard on both sides of the mattress (which allows you to sit on the bed leaning on the headboard at different angles, and if the bed is square, then you can sleep on it not only along the length, but also along the width of the mattress);
• absence of a footboard - more heat remains inside the bed, since it does not go to the cold walls;
• the bed is not a transformer, it cannot be folded like a sofa;
• Such furniture cannot be placed in the center of the room or with emphasis on only one wall. Its design presupposes its location in one of the corners of the room. Otherwise, the interior will look untidy;
• you can lie on such a bed at different angles, the location of the TV will not depend on the location of the bed;
• remodeling the interior with such a bed is impossible; before purchasing, you should determine its location (right-side or left-side).

Popular models

Configurations of adult beds are very diverse. The most standard and inexpensive model is an ordinary round one without a back. Other interesting design solutions are no less in demand:

1. With a backrest. This model provides the maximum level of comfort: leaning against a small, or vice versa, massive headrest, it is very comfortable to read or watch TV after a hard day at work.
2. With corner headboard. This model has two advantages: firstly, it saves free space, and secondly, it visually increases the sleeping space due to the adjacent wall.
3. Modular round transformable beds. These are modern designs that can be converted into comfortable tables, ottomans, armchairs, sofas, and some products even include audio systems.
4. With bedside table. A convenient small design is an integral part of the bed, stylishly complementing its appearance.
5. In the shape of a heart. An ideal choice for young married couples and eternal romantics.
6. Four poster bed. Adds an element of coziness to the furniture, creating a feeling of privacy and security. It will be a real find for any representative of the fair half of humanity.
7. Hanging. An interesting solution - the bed seems to float in the air. In this case, the design requires additional fastenings and a reinforced frame.

Without back With back

With corner headboard Modular With bedside table Heart-shaped With canopy

Hanging
The most practical solutions are also popular, for example, a bed with a lifting mechanism or lighting along the entire perimeter of the base.

As for children's models, there are also popular varieties:

1. In the form of the sun, a flower, a soccer ball - they help develop a sense of beauty in a child, accustom him to sports from an early age, and create a positive mood.
2. In the form of a shell with a pearl - such models are usually equipped with height adjustment of the headboard.
3. With sides - for a round bed on which a small child sleeps, this is the best protection option.

Parents of newborn babies will appreciate cribs with a pendulum - a well-thought-out mechanism helps to rock the baby comfortably and quickly.

Corner dressing table for bedroom

A corner-shaped dressing table has a number of advantages, among which the following stand out:

• Large capacity;
• Original appearance;
• Compact sizes.

It is installed complete with a corner mirror in the bedroom and is usually equipped with many convenient drawers and shelves.

Design dimensions

Suitable sizes of round furniture are determined depending on the height of the person who will sleep on it. With a standard value of 175–178 cm, the diameter of the bed should not be less than 190–195 cm. It is even better to stop at two meters, since a small margin never hurts.

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Both domestic and foreign furniture manufacturers are inclined to believe that the most optimal diameter of a round-shaped product varies from 200 to 280 cm. An indicator of 280 cm is perfect for a double bed model. The height ranges from 22 to 102 cm. There are models that are imperfectly round in shape, with non-standard dimensions, for example, 2950 x 2650 cm. This bed also looks very original and can become an accent addition to the interior.

A round bed for children has its own size standards:

• up to 3 years - 80–90 cm, for twins - 100 cm;
• from 3 to 5 years - 1 m;
• from 5 to 7 - 120 cm;
• from 7 to 12 - 140 cm;
• for teenagers - 160–170 cm.

To make sure you don’t go wrong with the size of the furniture, you should measure the person’s height and add about 30 cm to this value. In this case, the sleeping place will be comfortable and spacious.

Varieties of configuration

Designers design corner furniture for children in the form of houses, cars, toys, and spaceships. The bed is no longer just a place to sleep. Here a child can play, play sports, read, store toys, or simply make a cozy “house” of pillows.

Color combinations allow you to visually separate storage spaces, a sports corner, a sleeping area, and a work table. Double products for girls and boys are painted in different colors and decorated accordingly. These can be bunk structures or beds on the same level, connected at an angle.

Traditional with drawer

The classic corner bed is complemented by one or more drawers. As a rule, these are retractable elements located under the berth. Such designs successfully replace a chest of drawers; they store bed linen, towels, pillows, pajamas and other things.

Depending on the configuration, boxes come in two types:

• on guides (slide along slats mounted on the sides of the structure);
• on wheels.

There are models with one large drawer. If it is equipped with a wheel, then, if necessary, it can serve as an additional sleeping place. Options with two or three separate drawers are more convenient to use. They make it easier to maintain order and find the things you need. The approach to the beds can be from the side or from the end. Both options have their advantages; the choice depends on the arrangement of furniture and the preferences of the child or parents.

The traditional corner bed is suitable for children aged 3-4 years.

Attic

This is a multifunctional design, similar to a regular bed with very high legs, under which there is a workplace. The attic must have a reliable ladder and strong sides. As a rule, it is designed for one child, but there are options in which the upper tier is equipped with two beds at once.

The main advantage is versatility. The bed simultaneously serves as a place to store things, toys, books and a work or gaming table. There is only one minus - it is advisable to use the model in a room with a high ceiling. In a room that is too low, it will be inconvenient for a child to climb onto the second tier and uncomfortable to sleep: it is usually very stuffy under the ceiling.

Suitable for children aged 3–5 years, if they are not afraid to climb to the upper tier on their own. Can be used up to 15–18 years.

Non-standard shape

From a practical point of view, a non-standard bed may be needed if conventional models for some reason do not fit into the corner allocated for them. But parents care about practicality, and children care more about the appearance of the furniture. Most often, such products are chosen for arranging a nursery, trying to make it as comfortable as possible and decorate it with fun elements. Here are just a few unusual designs that are suitable for children over 2 years old:

1. Corner bed "house". An imitation of a real roof is installed above the sleeping place, the wall is decorated with windows, and small light bulbs are hung. There are options designed for two children: with a playpen for the youngest and with a sofa nearby for the older one.
2. A bunk bed designed like a real steam locomotive: with a chimney and a driver's booth. The lower level is decorated with imitation wheels, the second berth is located “on the roof”.
3. A bed for a little princess with pink elements, luxurious pillows, a canopy, special drawers and shelves for “jewelry.”
4. An irregularly shaped headboard design with soft lines and curves, designed in a cartoon style, decorated with drawings from your favorite fairy tales.
5. A loft bed for a boy with an imitation of a knight's castle in the lower part. The upper tier is decorated with shields and banners. In addition to the stairs from the “castle” there is an “emergency exit” - a real slide along which you can slide down from the top floor.

Characteristic features of a classic children's bed, decor options

Models of non-standard shape are made to order, so they will cost more. But an individual approach will allow rational use of space and make the interior completely unique.

Ottoman

An ottoman can serve a child both for sleeping and just for relaxing. In the second case, compact corner models are suitable, since there should still be room in the room for a regular bed. If you sleep on an ottoman at night and play during the day, you need products that look like a sofa with a standard-sized sleeping place. Typically, this model does not have soft armrests; they are replaced by reliable sides, and decorative pillows act as a comfortable backrest. Taking into account the presence of such protective elements, the ottoman is suitable for young children (3–4 years).

Some models can be folded out to increase the width of the bed. In other modifications, a roll-out box of the same size as the main bed is installed in the lower part. If necessary, it can be used as an extra bed.

Transformer

This unusual design can “grow” with the child. A transforming bed combines several elements of furniture. It is suitable for both newborns and older children (up to approximately 12 years old). Types of transformers depending on their configuration:

1. Sofa + bed. When the child grows up, the front wall is removed. The bed becomes a small sofa.
2. Bed + bed. A small place for a newborn is enlarged by rearranging the structural elements and becomes a bed for a child up to 10–12 years old.
3. Bed + chest of drawers. The sleeping area is complemented by a cabinet or drawers.
4. Collapsible multifunctional design.

Depending on the modification, the collapsible design kit includes:

• baby changing table;
• shelves for storing diapers, baby vests, and baby care products;
• protective sides of various heights;
• pendulum mechanism for rocking a child;
• built-in side bedside table or chest of drawers, which can be turned into an independent piece of furniture as needed;
• Additional storage space under the bed bottom.

When the baby grows up, the side storage spaces are detached and placed next to the crib. The length of the bed increases noticeably, but the width remains constant (0.6 m). As a rule, a child can use a crib until his height increases to 165 cm or until the furniture becomes too narrow.

For a small room, a transformer is not the best option. Here, separate bedside tables, cabinets, and cribs placed in different corners are more suitable. Another drawback is that a standard mattress is designed to fit the original length of the bed. If you increase the size of the bed, you will need a new product.

Sofa + bed

Bed + bed

Collapsible multifunctional design

Bed + chest of drawers

Bunk

A bunk bed can accommodate two children at once, which significantly saves space. Often folding or folding tables and drawers are built into them. In addition, bunk beds have a wide variety of designs:

1. Traditional models. Designed primarily for sleeping and designed for two children. They must have a staircase to the “second floor” and protective sides for the safety of the child. They have a minimum of additional functions; it can only be a shelf or a storage cabinet.
2. Bunk corner beds with sports complex. A rope, a Swedish wall, and gymnastic rings are built into the free space.
3. Multi-tiered options. They have three or more sleeping places, one of which can be located almost at floor level, the second - perpendicular at medium height, the third - parallel to the first, but at the very top. There are options in which the seating areas are connected by an angle at the same height, and another tier is installed above them.
4. Bunk beds with work space. Models can only be designed for one child. They are arranged in such a way that the lower part is an “office” with a desk or gaming table, built-in storage cabinets, bookshelves, and the sleeping place is located on the upper tier, where a convenient ladder leads.
5. Roll-out bunk beds. In appearance they resemble a high sofa, the lower tier of which slides out on special rollers when it’s time to sleep. Design advantages: compactness, absence of stairs and racks. Minus - there are no built-in cabinets and shelves. A roll-out bed is ideal for a modest-sized children's room.

If the difference between children is 2–5 years, then, as a rule, the lower “floor” goes to the youngest child so that there is no risk of falling. For children of different sexes, a bunk bed is decorated in different colors. Although such furniture looks attractive, over time one way or another you will have to arrange a separate sleeping place for each child.

Traditional

With a sports complex

Multi-tiered

With a workplace

Roll-out

Manufacturing materials

A round bed in the bedroom should be stable, reliable and comfortable. And if the frame is responsible for the first two factors, then the mattress is responsible for the last. The material for the base can be very diverse - from expensive solid wood to thin-walled metal pipe. And if solid wood is valued for its naturalness, then metal is more practical and has a very affordable price. The service life of metal structures is also much longer.

For the base, flexible veneer is often used, assembled from thin sheets of wood, which quickly takes the shape of the mattress and is able to maintain it for a long time without any consequences for the structure. And the last element is the headboard. It should be massive, with reliable fastenings that can withstand the weight of a person leaning on it. Reinforced fiberboard is quite suitable for such purposes.

The range of upholstery materials is also varied: from practical velor and durable jacquard to classic eco-leather, matting or chenille. The choice depends on the buyer's preferences and the amount he expects to spend.

When choosing a crib for a child, you should be guided by the same principles as when choosing a bed for an adult.

Solid Metal

Velor Jacquard Matting

Chenille

Eco leather

Built-in corner wardrobe for the bedroom

A built-in corner wardrobe in the bedroom is an ideal solution if the room is of modest size. Such structures lack back, top, and often side walls. The furniture is mounted in a niche, the role of which is assigned to the corner of the room.

Built-in wardrobes:

• Fully correspond to the parameters of the bedchamber;
• Have sufficient capacity;
• Save space;
• They are highly functional;
• Equipped with a variety of shelves, drawers, compartments and sections.

Today, the buyer can choose built-in cabinets of various designs and colors.

But most often, corner wardrobes for the bedroom are made to order. This allows you to fit the design into a room of any stylistic orientation and layout.

Features of accommodation

The first step is to decide on the method of installing the furniture. It could be:

• classic product with legs;
• suspended structure, which is attached to the ceiling with special rods;
• model on the podium - with this installation option, the mattress is laid directly on the base itself.

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A large room is full of free space, so there are plenty of options for where to place the bed. This can be the center of the room or one of the side walls. You can also move the product closer to the corner, freeing up space for other furniture. For the center of a large bedroom, round models with a diameter of 2–2.5 m, without a headboard and built-in bedside tables, are ideal.

In a small room, the best option for placing a sleeping bed is a corner, but you need to choose a product of the appropriate design. Models with a soft corner headboard of small diameter are suitable. Beds with a straight back are best placed close to the wall.

Carpets on the walls behind the bed are a relic of the last century; trending solutions include a heavy canopy for adults or light transparent curtains for children.

How to choose the size

The design of a bedroom with a corner bed can be royally luxurious, even with the modest dimensions of the apartment. It is enough to choose a velor base with a carriage screed and the room will look like the boudoir of a noble person. To use space wisely, you need to understand what size bed will satisfy the need for comfort and leave free space.

A sleeping place located in the corner will free up space for games and educational activities in the children's room. If a couple of children live in the bedroom, the beds can be placed on opposite sides of the center, placing a table between them. Due to the large length of 1.9-2 m, a corner bed can be used even in adolescence.

Standard sizes of corner beds (cm).

It should be taken into account that the width and length of a bed with a voluminous soft headboard will be 5-15 cm longer. Corner furniture is a simple way to ergonomically organize the space of a small room. A regular bed, which does not have protective barriers, forces a person not to occupy 10-20 cm from each edge of the bed. Intuitively, someone who falls asleep protects himself from falling. Choosing a model with a side allows you to use every centimeter of the sleeping space. If you are used to sleeping on a bed 2 m wide, you can safely choose a corner bed 1.8 m wide. It won’t be cramped, and an additional 20 cm will add more space to the room.

Compact furniture 120x200 cm located in the corner can become a family bed for a couple who is starting their journey in a small apartment. With such dimensions, the bed is suitable for two, but does not take up much space. Young people will sit together on the bed without hesitation.

Color options

The basic rule of color combination is to choose not a ready-made set of furniture products, but individual elements of different but harmonious shades. This is the only way a bedroom or other room will look elegant and beautiful. In addition, such an interior can be combined over time and complemented with any other pieces of furniture.

Some interesting design solutions:

1. Create a sharp contrast in the color of the bed and the wall behind it. For example, soft graphite and white.
2. A calm and unpretentious tone of the bed and a bright color of the headboard, on which the ornament will look very harmonious.
3. The sleeping area is a continuation of the wall color. Not as impressive as the first option, but it looks quite interesting.
4. The bed and walls are united by one color scheme - it is best if they are light colors.

If any colors are acceptable for decorating an adult bedroom, including dark ones, then for a children’s room designers recommend choosing soft, calm shades - they will help you fall asleep quickly and sleep soundly.

Possible additional functions

Additional functions of corner beds include:

• drawers;
• hidden shelves;
• built-in bedside shelf (it can be located at the head of the head or be retractable).

Occasionally there are models of round corner beds, which are sliding and form two small sofas. Such installations look very nice, but their functionality is controversial. As a sofa, the two halves of a round bed look unusual and fulfill their role perfectly, however, sleeping on such a bed can be uncomfortable due to the presence of a seam at the junction of the furniture parts. Moreover, parts of such furniture need to be fixed so that they do not move apart during sleep. Such models are most practical only in cases where they are used as sofas and used as spare beds for guests.

Combination with interior design

To make the room look harmonious, when choosing a round bed, you must first take into account the style of the room:

1. The classic will remain relevant at any time. But it should not be confused with the ascetic neoclassical style, which implies the absence of anything superfluous in the room. Modern classics are quite supportive of bright colors and bold decor, for example, a headboard made of red velvety material.
2. The goal of minimalism is to create maximum comfort without resorting to additional interior elements. For such a bedroom, one round bed of calm, restrained colors, a bedside table, and a stylish pendant lamp will be enough. There is no headboard, just a frame, mattress and bed linen.
3. High-tech - here embodies a neat and delicate interweaving of modern decorative elements, as well as the basics of minimalism: an asymmetrical or rectangular back, which can be supplemented with shelves. Transforming models fit perfectly into this direction. At the same time, bedrooms made in this style simply must be equipped with the latest technology: beautiful lighting, heated floors, sensors to turn on the light by sound.
4. Baroque is a movement characterized by natural splendor and bizarre images. A bedroom in this style is especially elaborate, with a variety of accessories and decorative elements that can be imitated. Soft headboards decorated with screed, gilding, and carved wooden frames would look appropriate. Canopies with heavy tassels will suit the place.

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The design of a bedroom, complete with a round bed, cannot a priori be standard. Such furniture is designed to create unique solutions for the interior, and not turn it into routine and dullness.

Classic Minimalism High-tech Baroque

Cabinet version of a corner wardrobe for the bedroom

A cabinet corner wardrobe for a bedroom is considered a classic. Such furniture consists of solid frame parts - walls.

Its advantages:

• Increased capacity;
• Elegant appearance;
• Mobility;
• Possibility of use for zoning.

Modern models are usually a collection of modules, the number of which can be adjusted to your liking.

The nuances of choosing a mattress and bed linen

When going in search of bedding for a round bed, you should be prepared for fairly high price tags. To save the family budget, you can cheat a little: choose a fitted sheet with an elastic band for a round bed, and use standard rectangular ones for all other accessories. Another popular option is to have custom-made linens for a round bed. This solution has its advantages - the ability to choose the density of the fabric and color, the set completely matches the size of the furniture - the sheet will lie perfectly, without unnecessary tension or folds.

The following tips will help you decide when choosing a mattress for a round bed:

1. It is best to pay attention to products made from natural materials and filler.
2. The most practical option is round winter-summer mattresses, which are suitable for any season. You just need to remember to turn them over depending on the weather outside the window.
3. The thickness should be greater than the height of the sides, if any.

As for the mattress cover for a round bed, it must be present, protecting the internal filling from spilled liquids or animal claws. Preference should be given to models made of dense materials with elastic.

Corner bedroom design

In the design of a corner bedroom, items should be combined with each other and complement each other. The room will not seem cluttered if you use the same color for the walls and cabinets. If the room is small, then it is advisable to decorate the interior in contrasting colors.

The material of the facade plays an important role in the appearance of any element of furniture. Cabinet manufacturers use:

• Wood-fiber boards coated with plastic, film or veneer (the most popular option);
• Mirrors (promote visual expansion of space, improve lighting);
• Glass (can be transparent, tinted, frosted);

An interesting and unusual solution is the simultaneous use of several materials. This furniture looks incredibly impressive.

You can choose a design with a straight or radius body. The fittings and decor of corner wardrobes may also differ.

Manufacturers

A high-quality round bed should not only be comfortable and attractive in appearance, but also provide a long service life. Furniture from reliable manufacturers meets these requirements, so it is important to study the possible options in advance and read reviews about the products of a particular brand.

Popular, time-tested furniture companies offering round beds in their product range:

1. "Rayton" - the furniture is based on high-quality solid wood that has undergone long-term processing. It can be beech, pine, birch or oak. The pricing policy varies depending on the value of the wood and the design of the bed.
2. "Ormatek" - the company prefers to introduce notes of laconicism into its products, rather than saturate the furniture with unnecessary unnecessary details or useless accessories. The beds are made only using expensive European equipment, which guarantees their durability.
3. "Ascona" - double beds that combine European quality with Italian flights of fancy, expressed by the unique taste of the famous designer Riccardo Bonvicini.
4. "Perrino" - the manufacturer uses 3 principles in its work: practicality, reliability and accessibility. The products are able to withstand heavy loads for a long time, while being affordable.

The furniture manufacturers presented above have received recognition for the quality of their products. They have earned a lot of positive reviews around the world and continue to delight customers with an assortment of new bed models.

"Ryton" "Ormatek" "Ascona" "Perrino"

Design and color

The child's room should be as spacious and bright as possible. You should not get carried away with “adult” interiors: loft, hi-tech, modern, palace chic. Children love a room in which they can run and jump without fear, so complex designer accessories are inappropriate in their room. Calm classics, cozy Provence, Mediterranean style, minimalism diluted with bright colors are suitable.

From the point of view of psychologists, too bright colors should not be used for children's furniture. Bright accents can be present fragmentarily in the form of pictures or drawings on the walls, funny toys, and cheerfully colored textiles. The older the child gets, the more restrained the colors should be.

The main color scheme for a children's bed should be pastel, muted, soft. Recommended:

• all shades of white, from milky to light sand;
• green spectrum, from grassy to emerald;
• blue shades of the sky, soft turquoise;
• pink, peach, pale lilac.

For boys, the rooms are decorated in a nautical style: a bed in the shape of a pirate ship, steering wheels and drawings of sailing ships on the walls, ropes and ladders. Girls love a pink bedroom with a canopy, imitation of a princess throne. There are designs reminiscent of knights' castles, log houses, a piece of sky with clouds, a fire engine, and so on. For children of different sexes, a universal option would be a sofa that looks like a toy, a house, a boat, or a funny little animal. If there is a big age difference between them, then parents should stick to the classic style so that everyone enjoys being in the room.

The only requirement for choosing children's furniture (besides reliability and safety) is that it should not irritate the child himself. If he likes bright colors, then you can use them in the design. But don't get too carried away with alarming saturated shades (bright scarlet, deep dark blue or dark green).

Elements of black, dark brown and other gloomy colors in a children's room are allowed in very limited quantities.

How to choose a quality model

The children's bed should be spacious enough and suitable for the child's age. You should not purchase a product that is tight and difficult to turn around in. Safety for the little ones can be ensured by soft side linings, upholstery, and canopies. The mattress must completely match the size of the sleeping area.

Regardless of the configuration, cost and material, the crib must meet the following requirements:

• no sharp elements, all corners are rounded;
• the fastener is located in a place inaccessible to children;
• there are no chips, cracks, or stains of unknown origin on the surface;
• the design is durable, stable (check before purchasing);
• on the upper tier (if there is one) there is a high, reliable side;
• stairs (if any) with non-slip steps;
• Calm colors dominate, bright details are present in small quantities.

It is important to find out what material the bed is made of, check the integrity of the coating, and read the quality certificate for this product. It would be a good idea to ask for reviews about the manufacturer and the specific model. The most reliable quality controller will be the child himself. If he liked the bed in the furniture department and it is comfortable for him to sit and lie on it, then the model was chosen correctly.

The children's bed should be spacious and suitable for the child's age.

The mattress matches the size of the bed

High quality materials, certificates for this product