Cribs at IKEA: requirements for materials and designs of cribs. Advantages and quality of the IKEA brand. 120 photos + video reviews of collections

Benefits of choosing IKEA furniture

The main advantages of choosing children's furniture in IKEA stores are the following qualities:

1. Durability of furniture. To make beds, the manufacturer uses not only high-quality materials, but also reliable fastenings. This is especially true for beds with two tiers and loft beds.
2. Environmentally friendly materials.
3. Large selection of models that meet safety requirements.
4. Stylish design, large number of color options, shapes and sizes.

All models are designed taking into account the anatomical features of the growing body of a child and teenager.

The range of furniture products is presented in a wide price range, which determines the wide popularity of the Swedish manufacturer IKEA among buyers.

Interesting solutions in interior design

When choosing an interior for a child, you need to take into account the characteristics of his psyche. She is different from an adult. Children feel better surrounded by bright colors, they focus on bright shades and different tactile sensations.

Kids quickly get accustomed to a bright interior, as it arouses interest.

IKEA uses scientific findings and embodies them in the interior designs of children's rooms. Colored furniture, curtains in the form of green and white sails, green tables, pillows of various shapes, colorful cabinet doors direct children to imagination, the desire to play and explore.

Such interior elements contribute to children's perception.

Reliable furniture, storage systems, wall shelves and modules enable the child to spend time in the room with pleasure. A series of white cabinets with bright facades in blue, pink, and green colors will make the space cozy and harmonious.

Natural colors of furniture and rich colors of accessories will create children's comfort.

Materials for making IKEA beds

Today, the technology for the production of children's beds involves the use of two main materials:

Natural wood. It is distinguished by rich decor and is pre-treated with an antipyretic and antiseptic. Does not contain toxic impurities, resins and allergens.

Metal. The working base is also treated to protect it from moisture and corrosion, which can significantly extend the life of the bed, give the furniture a glossy shine and a beautiful appearance.

A number of additional materials (for example, plastic) are used to finish frames and decorate facades, but their role is actually small.

Positive aspects of Ikea furniture

Many residents of the Russian Federation are currently purchasing models of sliding cribs for children's rooms. They have a large number of advantages due to which customers choose them:

• compact size, will not take up much space in any room;
• Duration of operation, can be used for several years;
• strength, ability to withstand heavy loads;
• the convenience that mattresses from the same company provide;
• beauty;
• attractive appearance in any design of children's rooms.

Models of IKEA children's beds

One of the advantages of choosing the Swedish manufacturer IKEA is the constant updating of the product range.

The design, shape and construction are changing, and the changes are based on focusing on the needs of the client (two children living in a room, original interior of a children's bedroom, lack of square footage in the room).

Today, the following models of children's beds are available to customers:

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1. Classic single models.
2. IKEA bunk bed.
3. Couches for apartments with limited free space.
4. Loft bed.
5. Transforming model (bed-wardrobe, chair-bed).

Each model is made in compliance with safety requirements, taking into account the anatomical characteristics of the child and compliance with design standards.

Advantages and disadvantages of Ikea

The Ikea extendable bed for children over 3 years old is a popular piece of furniture for children’s rooms among many Russians. It has a number of advantages that attract buyers:

• Is compact;
• Serves for a long period of time;
• Durable, withstands significant loads;
• Looks beautiful in the interior of a nursery.

Increased demands must be placed on the choice of children's beds, since children are active, jumping, playing, thus testing their strength.
Thanks to the variety of designs, the Ikea bed fits in small children's rooms. If there are two children, a two-story option is suitable.

The design will be more interesting if you add an original color scheme.

If the size of the nursery allows, for children 3 years of age and older, you can install a wide double bed.

Wooden cribs are made from birch, pine, oak, teak and other types of wood growing in ecologically clean regions.

For one child in a small room, it is appropriate to purchase a metal bed. Its width is somewhat narrower than that of wooden sleeping furniture. The length is adjustable and set at the required level.

Transformation capabilities allow you to change objects in the room according to the needs that grow with the child.

If the children's room is spacious, both length and width do not matter, parents and child choose the bed according to its height. It is easier for babies to sleep on a low bed; For older children, a design where the distance from the base to the floor level is the maximum is suitable.

An important point is the absence of toxic substances in the purchased product.

Any bed is a folding bed. It is designed for the fact that a child, starting from the age of 3, will constantly sleep on it over the next decade or more. Although the bed has a complex sliding mechanism, it is distinguished by its simple sliding design.

Under significant loads on the system itself and on the base, individual parts do not break and withstand the entire service life.

A bed made by a qualified company has no disadvantages.

Classic single beds

For the convenience of buyers, official catalogs describe all the characteristics of each model presented.

There are two main models of single beds available today. Both are made of pine wood, and the facades are decorated with chipboard panels.

They have a standard set of fittings, but the second type is characterized by additional decorative finishing of the headboard in the form of animal figures (the drawings are cut directly from wood).

Criter

The bed is intended for a child up to eight years of age. The headboard of these products is decorated with sheep, puppies and kittens.

The bed is completely wooden and it will not suit your baby if you want to buy a sleeping place for growth. It will have to be replaced soon.

Beds with two tiers

Today you can find the following models of IKEA children's beds in official stores:

1. Tuffing.
2. Midal.
3. Swerta.

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For each presented model, there is a second tier with a protective edge of a set height.

Depending on the type of bed, the ladder can be located either in the center or along the side surface. Also, one of the models has a smaller height, and for some types of children's beds a pull-out design is provided.

This approach allows you to save space and also allow a guest to sleep on the bed (due to a pull-out extra bed).

How to choose an Ikea mattress

Although when purchasing an Ikea extendable bed, a mattress is not included, it is still better to purchase one too. The most suitable option is a product from the same company. Sellers know what sizes are required for a particular model of furniture for a child over 3 years of age.

Usually, mattresses of certain parameters are provided for each bed.

Having a centimeter at your disposal, it is easy to choose a mattress yourself. Just keep in mind that the length and width of the orthopedic product should be 2 - 3 cm less than at the base. Ikea mattresses are made in such a way and from such materials that are not harmful to the posture and health of the child.

If the price seems too high and you decide to purchase the product cheaper, you should pay attention to the details.

When purchasing a mattress for a crib in a nursery, you must choose it according to the following parameters.

A high-quality, sized mattress creates comfortable sleep and rest for a child of any age.

IKEA children's daybed

All models presented in IKEA children's furniture catalogs are distinguished by their stylish design and practicality. That is why the couches have a compact size, built-in drawers for storing bed linen and blankets.

For many types, an additional tier is provided, which allows you to turn the couch into a double bed.

Against the background of the advantages of practical use, significant disadvantages should be noted:

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• The couches do not have a side to protect the child from falling.
• All models have a high cost.

Thanks to their beautiful design and thoughtful functionality, couches have gained popularity among buyers.

How to choose an Ikea bed

Since the Ikea extendable bed is now at the peak of popularity, more and more companies are appearing that are engaged in counterfeiting it.

More often, manufacturers create only a visible resemblance to the original, without caring at all about the functionality of the design.

Therefore, when choosing Ikea for a children's room, you should pay attention to the following aspects.

• It is advisable to purchase a design with a slatted base. Under no circumstances should you purchase a piece of furniture that has plywood instead of slats. In the latter case, the mattress will not be sufficiently ventilated.
• You should pay attention to the body, backs and side rails of the model. Counterfeits are made from chipboard. This design is fragile.

  
  It quickly begins to move apart and fall apart under increased mechanical loads.

• What matters is how easily the sliding mechanism operates. Self-taught firms often take diagrams from the Internet and install them by eye. It is difficult for an inept fake to move the bed apart and close it.

  
  After a short time, the sliding part begins to jam and the mechanism breaks.

IKEA loft bed

The design of this model is designed in such a way that the berth is located on the upper tier. On the first “floor” you can implement the following ideas:

1. Set up a desk for your child.
2. Place a small sofa as an additional bed or seating area.
3. Set up a play area.

Similar IKEA beds are used in the interior of miniature apartments (for example, in studio apartments).

On the second tier there is a limiting edge, and between the frame racks you can creatively place a cabinet or rack for small items.

Teens and adults

For older children - from 14 years old, and for adults, the series “Swerta”, “Vitval”, “Tuffing” are suitable. Their metal frame is made of steel, which ensures the strength of its parts.

Important!

1. The series listed above must be secured to the wall for safety to prevent the structure from tipping over.
2. Never tie hooks or straps to the sides. A child may become entangled in them while playing or sleeping and suffocate.

The only drawback of a metal frame compared to a wooden one is that it is not comfortable when in contact with a cold metal surface.

If you climb metal stairs in socks, you can slip! Be careful.

These options are sold with only one frame. To arrange a space under the bottom of the bed, you need to buy other furniture. Here you can put a small sofa (for example, the Bedinge series), a desk with a computer or laptop, a bookcase with books, a bean bag chair, a playpen, a wardrobe, etc.

An interesting idea is to buy or sew a custom-made tent for a loft bed, turning the structure into a real house.

The epoxy coating may chip over time, but can be easily updated by sanding down parts and repainting.

Tuffing

The most budget-friendly of these models is “Tuffing” - RUB 9,999. Color – dark grey.

The sides of this bed are made of fabric. They can also be supplemented with a convenient storage system - an organizer with pockets “Möilighet” for 399 rubles.

The ladder can only be installed in the middle.

Swerta

Another budget option for RUB 12,999. In silver color. In customer reviews there are white ones, but at the moment white ones are out of stock.

This series is one of the most popular among buyers. Reliable sides are also made of steel. The ladder can be installed on the right or left.

Watch a video on how to assemble “Svart”:

Vitval

This model is sold with or without a tabletop. The first option costs 18,999 rubles, without a countertop - 15,999 rubles.

The tabletop can be purchased separately for 3,000 rubles. It is screwed to the main structure.

The ladder can be installed from different sides. The sides are made of fabric. You can also hang the Möilighet organizer on them, where you can store the book you read before bed, or headphones if you are used to listening to music or audiobooks before bed.

IKEA transformable beds

For owners of small apartments, an excellent solution would be to purchase a children's bed with a transformation function:

1. IKEA wardrobe bed.
2. IKEA chair-bed.

Both models are compact, have reliable rotating mechanisms, and a durable frame. The assembly process is more complex for the wardrobe bed, but detailed instructions are provided for each purchase.

You can also use photos of assembling IKEA beds and video tutorials that are freely available.

Cots for children from three years old

Most often, these models are presented with sides. The bumper for a baby bed will protect your baby from falling. These products are designed to be low so that the child can climb onto it comfortably and safely.

A separate category includes cribs for girls and boys. They will differ in shades and patterns.

Practical tips for choosing a bed

Making the optimal choice of children's furniture is always difficult, but it is for this reason that designers give useful advice to buyers:

1. First, you should familiarize yourself with the photos of IKEA beds in the official catalog. The main task is to compare the design of the selected model with the existing interior style in the room.
2. Next, you should focus on the material for the bed. Metal structures are more practical in maintenance. They are strong, reliable, resistant to moisture, and do not deform when impacted.
3. For younger children, be sure to check the presence of a side.
4. For two children living in a room, purchasing a bed with two tiers will be a plus.

All safety and design requirements should be considered in advance to make the right optimal choice.

Cribs by age

Newborn

A simple and concise model, perfect for a newborn baby. To prevent your child's arms or legs from accidentally getting stuck between the bars, you can install special soft bumpers on the crib.

An elegant crib in white is perfect for newborns.

Beds without sides are better for older children. Some cribs for little ones can also be converted for an older child by removing the sides.

Of course, when choosing a crib for a newborn, you need to understand that at first he will spend most of his time in it. There are several special models for toddlers that are suitable only for small children.

A simple wooden bed with a wood look.

Canopies and hanging toys look charming. It is very important that the bed is as durable as possible.

If you enjoy crafting, don't miss our step-by-step instructions on how to make your own canopy.

From 3 years

For children over 3 years old, you can already select more adult models with sliding structures, cabinets and shelves. Keep in mind that children grow very quickly and, in order not to constantly change furniture, try to choose a bed for growth. Also, take care to choose the right and suitable mattress.

Built-in drawers are truly a very convenient crib accessory. They can be used to clean bed, diapers and toys. However, it is better to decide right away whether you need such a model: dust can accumulate in the drawers, and it will not be convenient to pull them out on all surfaces. The advantage of IKEA stores is that they show already assembled models with different numbers of drawers and shelves.

A couch for older children with drawers will help save space in a small apartment and teach kids how to put things back in their place.

This model is an example of space saving. It is suitable for two kids at once, and in the convenient drawers at the bottom of the furniture you can place the most necessary things and bedding.

White is a very elegant and practical color, but you can add some color to your nursery.

Graceful sides with a curved back turn the crib into a small boat. The children will be delighted!

Two-tier models save space by dividing it into zones for each child.

Two of these designs are ideal for twin girls or babies with a small age difference. This is not only a bed, but also a great place to play.

Photos of cribs at IKEA

Tuffing

This two-tier model is very understated and only comes in silver. There is a staircase in the middle. Among the advantages is the protection function near the stairs for a child sleeping on the lower tier.

The bed is low (about 130 centimeters), so making the top tier and getting down from it is very convenient.

Some historical facts

The Ikea company was created by Ingvar Kamprad back in 1943. At that time, this company sold only matches and Christmas cards. Today, his company brings in billions of dollars and is considered a leader in the production of furniture that is accessible to everyone. This was the main goal of creating Ikea.

The founder even then decided that high-quality and multifunctional furniture does not have to be expensive, and he made every effort to ensure that his hypermarket contained only the best furniture at affordable prices.

Options

The height bar for Ikea children's beds is significantly wide. For example, there is a “Solgul” crib for a baby, 124 cm long. This size is certainly suitable for a two-year-old, whose height parameters will not exceed 1 meter.

The range of beds for children from three to seven years of age is demonstrated by sliding beds, the length of which can be changed and adjusted to the height of your child using a device with a sliding mechanism.