Children's beds made of solid wood

When choosing furniture for a child, you need to turn to high-quality products made from natural materials. In this case, wood models are optimal. Today we will analyze in detail what are the features, pros and cons of wooden children's beds.

The modern furniture market is rich in choice and variety. The acquisition of the perfect product that will fit into any interior style is not difficult today. Moreover, the assortment of the same children's furniture is regularly updated with new models equipped with various functional components. Despite the constantly growing market, solid wood products have remained the most popular and demanded for many years.

A distinctive feature of such models is their solid appearance and excellent performance. Perhaps, none of the existing materials used in the production of furniture structures can compete with natural wood. That is why such products invariably occupy a leading position in the market. Many experts recommend contacting wooden beds, since this furniture can only have a positive effect on a child (and an adult). In such conditions, it is comfortable to sleep and just relax in your free time. The pleasant aroma of natural wood will relax young users by calming their nervous system.

Despite the fact that many experts recommend buying wooden beds for their children, such products have not only positive, but also negative qualities.

First, you should familiarize yourself with the list of advantages of these models.

• First of all, it should be said about the environmental friendliness of such products. Natural wood contains only the same natural components - no chemicals. Thanks to this quality, wooden sleeping furniture will not have a negative effect on the health of the child, even if it is hot summer outside the window.
• It should also be mentioned that solid wood furniture is distinguished by excellent wear-resistant qualities (especially when it comes to hard breeds). It is quite difficult to damage such products, even if you are looking for a bed for a hyperactive child.

• Wood is a plastic material. Of course, this parameter is different for different breeds.
• Wooden beds will last for many years without causing serious trouble during operation. Even in decades, a children's wooden bed will decorate the interior, especially when you consider the fact that such furniture belongs to the classics, and the classics do not leave the fashionable ranks.
• If over the years, minor damages have appeared on a wood product - chips and scratches, then this does not mean that the furniture has irrevocably lost its former attractiveness. In fact, such models can be refurbished if necessary.

• Sleeping furniture made from natural wood looks really expensive and luxurious, and children's beds are no exception to this rule. Such products are able to decorate the interior, making it more presentable and rich.
• Natural wood is presented in different shades (depending on the breed), therefore, it will be possible to choose a model of a suitable color for almost any situation.

Despite the impressive list of pluses, children's beds made of wood are not without minuses.

• The main disadvantage noted by consumers is the high cost of natural wood furniture. Sometimes, in stores it is possible to find products, the cost of which can be shocking. Of course, the characteristics and appearance of the tree are worth it, but not every buyer is ready to pay “cosmic” sums for children's furniture.
• Solid wood children's beds have an impressive weight. This makes them difficult to transport and move around the room. That is why it is advisable to immediately choose a specific place for such furniture, so that later it does not have to be moved - during this process, the floor covering can be seriously damaged.
• Many buyers are not satisfied with the fact that wooden beds require special care. It consists in processing the material with antiseptic compounds, without which the natural material will gradually lose its attractive appearance - cracks and burnt-out areas will appear on it, which have lost their former color saturation. Moreover, untreated wood is a “tasty morsel” for parasites.

More than 40 types of wood species are involved in the production of furniture today.

Mainly they are all subdivided into:

• hardwoods, which include yew, white acacia, boxwood and others;
• soft woods such as pine, cedar, spruce or poplar.

It should be borne in mind that not all types of wood can be used in the manufacture of a particular structure. For example, small cots for babies are made from soft rocks, and strong frame bases are made from hard rocks.

Let's take a closer look at the most common options for such raw materials, which are used in the production of baby beds.

• Birch. This material differs in that there are almost no knots on its surface. It is an array with a homogeneous fibrous structure and a naturally beautiful print. At the same time, the wood itself is quite dense, strong, resistant to wear, like oak, but less durable (than the latter). Birch makes very good cradles for the little ones.

• Pine. This is another popular breed that many people turn to. Pine is believed to have medicinal properties. This raw material has a high resin content. Pine usually has a large number of knots on its surface and the structure is irregular. Despite such qualities, this breed is shock-resistant and durable, and pine furniture can serve for more than 15 years without problems. Often, such beds are passed from older children to younger ones, or even passed down from generation to generation. Such products are inexpensive, but they look amazing.

• Beech. It is a valuable tree species that is characterized by durability, high flexibility and excellent strength properties. Beech is often used to make furniture with unusual curved shapes. In its texture and texture, this breed strongly resembles a solid oak, but products from it are cheaper.When purchasing such furniture, it is worth remembering that a model of a light shade can acquire a pinkish-brown tone over time.

• Oak. It is a valuable tree species that is used in the production of high-value luxury furniture. This material boasts a very wide range of colors, from yellowish to light brown. Most often, manufacturers treat children's oak beds with different shades of stain, so that the result is a more presentable and beautiful product. The main advantages of oak are a long service life (over 30 years) and increased strength. Scientists claim that oak helps to restore strength and energy of a person.

• Ash. Ash structures are heavy, but at the same time they have a stunning appearance. This natural material is characterized by elasticity and pliability - it is very easy to work with it. Ash-tree is used for making children's beds with a variety of decorative additions, from which it is difficult to take your eyes off.

Today, the range of beds for children pleases with its richness and variety. Beautiful wooden options are produced by many manufacturers, complementing them with various functional components. Let us consider in detail what types of such products exist and what features they are characterized by.

This bed is intended only for very young users - newborns. This model is a movable cradle installed between two posts. The cradle makes special oscillatory movements that lull the babies, which contributes to their early falling asleep. Today, you can find high-tech versions of cradles on sale, in which there are electronic systems responsible for the motion sickness of the child. In addition, these models may contain flashing lights and pendant toys with musical accompaniment. Such furniture is often controlled remotely, which pleases many parents.

For newborns, not only small cradles are made, but also special beds, which are thoughtful designs with sides, complemented by lattices. The standard size of these products is 120x60 cm.

Cozy beds for newborns are absolutely safe due to the presence of sides in their design. Such products are perfect for children from birth to 2, 3 or 4 years old. As a rule, the sides in them can be adjusted - do it slightly lower or slightly higher. Modern variations of such furniture are often complemented by functional details such as drawers, cabinets and castors (with which it is easier to move the bed in the room).

Convertible beds are especially popular today, which allow you to save free space in the nursery. In these instances, various mechanisms, retractable and folding parts may be present. In addition, in stores you can find special convertible wooden cribs for the little ones, which can "grow" with the baby. The largest dimensions of such products are 190 (or 200) x 80 (90) cm.

This design is ideal for small users sleeping and playing. In the arena, the child will be well protected from injury. Often these models are complemented by fabric or mesh walls. Solid partitions may be absent altogether, which will make the child feel more comfortable, since he will not be in a confined space.

If two children live in the house, then comfortable bunk furniture made of natural wood will be ideal. If there is only one child, then you can turn to a model of the attic type and equip the lower part at your discretion. For example, it will be possible to equip a storage system there, put a small sofa or tables (written / computer).Often, two-level structures are complemented by game or sports corners.

Quality wooden beds for children can be supplemented with such decorative elements:

• beautiful carved details;
• a combination of wood of several colors, for example, light and chocolate;
• built-in lamps;
• canopy;
• forged parts.

Many parents wonder what the first thing to look for when choosing a wooden bed for a child.

We will answer this question in detail.

• First you need to make sure of the quality of the material and its natural origin. Ask the seller for quality certificates for the selected model. Do not neglect this stage of the purchase, as today in stores there are too often cheap products that are presented as natural.
• Choose the optimal size of furniture in accordance with the age and height of the child. At the same time, do not forget that children grow very quickly, so it is better to buy an option with a margin. You should not take too small beds - the baby will quickly grow out of them and it will be uncomfortable for him to sleep on them.

• When choosing a bed of the right size, do not forget about the dimensions of the children's room. To do this, you need to measure it in advance and go to the furniture store with the already existing indicators.
• If you are ordering a bed with two tiers, then you need to measure the height of the room.
• Decide in advance what functional details you want to see in the crib. For example, it can be drawers, folding tabletops or an addition in the form of a sofa. If you come to the store prepared, you will find the right model faster and do not spend money on an expensive design with absolutely unnecessary options.
• Be sure to pay attention to the build quality of children's furniture. All connections and fasteners must be of high quality. The bed should not squeak or crunch. If you have heard such extraneous sounds from a wooden structure, then it is better not to buy it.

• If the furniture is transformable and has a folding / sliding mechanism, then before buying you will need to check the health of its functioning. To do this, you should contact a sales consultant who should help you check.
• For the purchase of such furniture, it is better to contact the company stores. Don't be fooled by too low and tempting prices for wooden cribs. Remember that such furniture cannot be disastrously cheap.
• Don't forget about the design of your chosen children's furniture. Even if you choose a small cradle, it should still harmoniously fit into the existing interior - this also applies to the style and color of the product.

Wooden children's beds easily fit into many interiors. It will be possible to find a suitable model even for modern stylistic directions, despite the predominance of glass and metal details in them.

So, a cozy wooden crib with curved details will organically look in a small children's bedroom with soft yellow walls and a dark floor lined with parquet. Decorative drawings and small pictures with dark wooden frames should be hung over the bed. Finish the interior with light-colored pillows, rugs and bedspreads with contrasting butterfly prints. A children's wooden bed with white sides and a bottom filled with brown linen drawers will look good in a bright nursery with pale pink walls and a floor trimmed with pale ash parquet / laminate. Dilute the interior with fluffy gray carpet and matching curtains. Snow-white beds look spectacular in bright rooms with pastel or dark floors.They can be surrounded by living plants and carpets of delicate colors.

For information on how to make a children's bed from solid wood with your own hands, see the next video.