Pull-out beds for two children: design features and tips for choosing

The arrangement of the children's room must be approached with all responsibility. Fortunately, the range of modern furniture for children of all ages is striking in its richness and variety. If two children live in the house, then a functional and very comfortable pull-out bed can be purchased for them. It's worth taking a closer look at this practical piece of furniture.

For a children's room, it is necessary to select high-quality furniture, the use of which will bring only positive emotions to young users. This criterion is especially important when choosing a children's bed designed for use by two children. There are many different options on the modern market that have a multifunctional design. Of course, the most famous are the classic two-tier models.

However, relatively recently, pull-out beds, thought out to the smallest detail, have appeared on the market, which are also made for two children. In such furniture, there are mechanisms that make the beds more functional and roomy, while berths can be pulled out using wheels or special fixed rollers. In most cases, such products are easy to use, fold and unfold easily.

Finding the right pull-out bed for two children is easy. The only thing that can complicate the search for the best option is a huge assortment in which you can simply "get lost". A bed with a pull-out mechanism can be made from different materials, and the designs in these products differ. If you decide to purchase such children's furniture for your children, then first you should familiarize yourself with its pros and cons.

It is better to start with the advantages of such beds, namely:

• such pieces of furniture can boast of multitasking; in addition, they can be purchased for both a boy and a girl - there are no restrictions;
• in modern furniture salons there are high-tech beds equipped with a special system that allows the chosen design to "grow" with children;
• high-quality children's beds, designed for use by two young users, are characterized by a long service life;
• it should be noted a huge range of such models; it will not be difficult to choose the ideal option for an interior made in any style;
• similar designs can be chosen for children of different age categories; in stores, it will be possible to find such models that are designed for use by very young children;

• in most cases, children's pull-out beds are characterized by increased stability and excellent strength characteristics; it will be very difficult to knock down or damage this furniture;
• these models are often equipped with additional drawers and wardrobes, usually they store various bedding accessories, toys or books;
• using such products is easy and simple; even small children can cope with the mechanisms with which these beds are equipped;
• with the help of pull-out beds, you can save a lot of usable space in the children's room; this property is in maximum demand when it comes to organizing a small space;
• this furniture can be equipped with safe orthopedic mattresses, which have a beneficial effect on the health and sleep of children.

As you can see, this kind of furniture has many positive qualities. For this reason, it is so popular today.

However, it is important to consider the following disadvantages of retractable structures:

• in most cases, beds for two children, equipped with additional mechanisms, are quite expensive; of course, you can find economical options, but the quality of their design can be much inferior to more expensive specimens;
• the use of structures consisting of two "floors" can be complicated by the fact that one child will be in danger - it is possible to fall off the second tier not only during active games, but also in a dream; of course, these consequences can be prevented by purchasing the option with side bumpers, but even they cannot guarantee the complete safety of young users;

• the bottom of such beds can scratch the floor, especially if the structure is made of rather heavy materials such as metal or natural wood;
• these types of furniture for two children are not designed for too serious loads; if you often jump on such a bed or behave too actively, you can seriously harm the mechanism;
• pull-out beds for two children are not the most successful configurations; the lion's share of the models is equipped with a plywood bottom, which is not ventilated at all and accumulates moisture in its structure, which as a result can lead to damage to the mattress.

As mentioned earlier, there are a lot of options for pull-out baby beds. They differ not only in cost, but also in technical characteristics, as well as in their design. It is worth taking a closer look at the most common models that many buyers choose.

All types of roll-out beds are divided into the following categories:

• ordinary - these are classic stationary products equipped with a retractable sleeping place (most often, a similar copy is bought for guest rooms to accommodate guests who have spent the night);
• embedded - in these structures, sleeping places are easily disguised as other types of furniture.

In furniture stores, you will be able to meet with several variations of such children's furniture.

• Models with separate tiers. These two-level products are equipped with a lower roll-out bed for sleeping, which is not fixed in relation to the upper one, and the 2nd "floor" itself is placed slightly higher. As a rule, a small and very comfortable ladder with safe wide steps leads to it.

• Models with bonded "floors". In these bunk beds, the lower level slides out from under the upper level to the front or to the side. Such models are quite popular today, but they are considered not the most comfortable, due to the fact that a child who is used to resting on the second "floor" will have to climb down as carefully as possible so as not to accidentally step on his brother or sister. This will only be possible if the furniture is positioned sideways in such a way that one of its sides is farther from the wall in the room. These types of beds are very popular for babies.

• With boxes. Retractable children's beds equipped with drawers are considered the most popular today. In these storage systems, various things, bedding or toys are usually placed.Basically, the boxes are located directly under the first tier of the furniture structure.

• With a table. In search of multifunctional and practical furniture, you can choose structures with a table. Such options are not only the most comfortable to use, but also save a lot of free space in the room. During the day, children will be able to complete their study tasks while sitting at the table, while the first "floor" is usually cleaned.

• Low tier. Roll-out varieties of baby products create the impression that the child is sleeping right on the floor. Such models are recognized as the most economical, but in them the lower level must be equipped with a rather thick mattress, especially in the winter season. Otherwise, the baby may get sick due to drafts.

• Podium bed. Beds for two children can be equipped in furniture with a podium. In these models, the space located on top can be equipped at your own discretion. This can be not only another sleeping place for a child, but also a small guest area or even a work corner. But it should be borne in mind that to organize a comfortable and cozy bed on the podium, you will need ceilings, the height of which is at least 2.8 m.

• Three-tiered models. Functional beds equipped with three tiers are no less in demand today. As a rule, these options are bought by parents with three children. Of course, it is permissible to choose a three-tier design in order to have an additional sleeping bed for those cases when their friends stay with the children with an overnight stay. In a more complex version, this furniture is a small cabinet that looks very much like a chest of drawers. And in the disassembled state, 3 berths of the same size are formed from this element. However, on sale there are also bunk varieties with separate beds for sleeping, in which it is possible to push the third bed from under the lower "floor". It is important to bear in mind that these specimens are generally large in size. Most often they are purchased for adolescents.

• "Growing" transformers. Today, many parents prefer these types of cribs because they are very economically beneficial. This furniture is able to "grow" with children. In addition, "sprays" allow you to save the available space in the room, which is important when it comes to arranging a modest area.

• With a barrier. Two children's beds, combined in one design, are often supplemented with a necessary safety element - a barrier. These options are most often bought for very young users. The side bolsters can prevent the child from falling out of bed. Of course, this does not mean at all that such consequences will be completely excluded. Too active babies can fall over the side and get serious injuries, so parents should always be on the lookout.

Currently, in furniture stores you can find a large variety of baby beds produced by various brands. There are many large and well-known brands on the market, under whose name high-quality, beautiful and reliable designs are made, on which it is both convenient and safe for children to sleep. It is worth getting to know the most popular companies, whose products are chosen by many buyers.

This world-renowned Dutch brand produces a wide variety of household goods - furniture of all modifications, and a variety of household accessories and decor items. Children's beds from Ikea are very popular today. Retractable structures designed for use by two children are no exception. Such products can boast of excellent reviews from both parents and young users of different age categories.

The products of this Dutch brand have the following distinctive characteristics:

• the company manufactures sliding structures for children from 3 to 15 years old, there are also rich collections filled with products for the smallest users, whose age is from 0 to 3 years;
• double products for children from Ikea are equipped with their own sliding systems;
• in the brand's assortment, you can find many high-quality structures made of environmentally friendly materials, for example, solid pine, and the company also offers metal options for buyers to choose from, which are perfect for hyperactive users;
• in sliding beds from Ikea there is a slat-type bottom, the slats themselves are made from pine and undergo careful processing, and metal structures are also equipped with slats - the plywood bottom is not used; such parts are of high quality - they help to ventilate the mattress.

This Russian factory offers high quality and reliable furniture for consumers to choose from. Separately, it is worth highlighting the popular line called "Growing", represented by beds for children from 3 to 12 years old, which has the following characteristics:

• the initial width of the "Growing" models is 79 or 89 cm (that is, the working surface reaches 70 and 80 cm); as for the initial length, it is 120 cm, but it can be increased to 160 or 180 cm;
• the height parameter to the bottom is 35 cm, for this reason such cribs are absolutely safe for small children; in addition, the "Growing" models are equipped with side bumpers that prevent the child from falling out of bed;
• beds from the children's line of the Russian manufacturer are made of solid pine or beech, which are painted or varnished; drawers in furniture are made of laminated chipboard, such a combination can withstand serious loads without problems, but at the same time it is much cheaper than options made of solid wood entirely.

This manufacturer offers a popular collection of children's furniture called "I am growing" at the choice of parents. This line is represented by laconic, but very reliable and high-quality designs, devoid of sharp corners - all the contours of the products are rounded. The products of the Mebelenok.RF company have the following characteristics:

• children's beds are made only of beech, if there are additional boxes and wardrobes in the furniture design, then they are also made of natural wood; there are no elements from cheaper chipboard or MDF;
• in the line "I'm growing" there are models with and without side bumpers; boxes can also be provided, but there are also models without them;

• any product comes with a high-quality mattress, consisting of two parts, while the second part is used in situations where the furniture is moved apart;
• the initial dimensions of this children's furniture are 77x133 cm, and the bed length parameter can be increased to 195 cm;
• it is possible to choose a model of different colors, because the palette is presented in 12 shades, if you wish, you can buy a bed that has a natural shade of beech;
• these models have a solid bottom made of 6 mm thick plywood.

Inexpensive children's beds with sliding mechanisms called "Once upon a time" are very popular today. This children's furniture is represented by models painted in different colors. For example, rich orange or green options will look great in a children's room. The lion's share of Zhili-Byli sliding beds is made of environmentally friendly laminated chipboard. The headboard in many models is made of MDF.

Finding the ideal option will not be difficult for children of different ages, since sliding beds are available in models with different dimensions. The beds are supplied with mattresses (8 mm made of polyurethane foam) and high quality pillows. In order to form an organic interior in the nursery, you can choose wardrobes and drawers of the same design for the selected bedroom furniture. Such a headset will look harmonious and attractive.

Pull-out beds, made for two children, must be selected according to the age of young users. So, if the children of the same age are not yet 6-7 years old, it is necessary to buy such beds in which both the upper and lower levels will be equipped with a side board. In addition, all corners of the cabinetry should be rounded - avoid models with sharp details. Don't buy furniture that is more modest in size. For children, it is best to select options, the dimensions of which are slightly larger, due to the fact that in too "cramped" conditions, children of any age will simply be uncomfortable to sleep.

If you are looking for a bed for schoolchildren or teenagers, then it is better to refuse from too bright and "childish" colors in furniture. These palettes are more suitable for babies. The older the child is, the more “serious” model will suit him. For babies from 0 to 3 years old, it is recommended to buy not very high pull-out beds with barriers of the optimal height. For the little ones, such furniture will be not only more comfortable, but also safe.

Most extendable beds come with detailed assembly instructions (depending on the specific modification of the product purchased). Many users neglect to familiarize themselves with these documents, which, as a result, leads to serious problems. As a result, the furniture may turn out to be less reliable and safe, or the assembly process may stop altogether at a certain stage. Do everything carefully so as not to damage the bed structure or fasteners. Otherwise, you will have to buy new components, and this is an extra expense.

Many parents are wondering where it is better to install a bed for two children. Experts advise placing such furniture near one of the free walls in the nursery. However, care should be taken to ensure that there are no nearby windows next to the beds. Such furniture should not be located opposite the door either. Remember that the door-window line is the most ventilated place in the room.

It is much more difficult in a children's room to correctly install a large bed, designed for use by three children. In this case, the retractable mechanism slightly simplifies the solution of this task.For example, you can turn to a fashionable podium placement - with it, two sleeping beds are in the lower part, and one upper place divides the available space with a working area or a place reserved for storing various things. If weather children live in the room, then a three-tiered bed installed near the wall will be an excellent solution. Such a model should be addressed if you are equipping a room that is rather small in area. The remaining free space in this case can be used both for outdoor activities and for organizing a working corner.

A pull-out bed for two children should not only be comfortable and safe, but also aesthetically pleasing. This furniture, like any other, needs to be selected based on the style and color palette in which the children's

For example, in a light room with an accent dark wall, complemented by a plant print, a two-tier pull-out model with a body that combines cream and dark chocolate tones will look harmonious. If small children live in the room, you should choose a bed with wavy side bumpers. You can complete this interior with a multi-colored striped carpet on a light laminate and light peach wallpaper.

A solid dark wood pull-out bed, complemented by a high headboard with open shelves, will look harmonious in a cozy room with pale blue walls and a light brown floor finished with shiny laminate. You can complete such an interesting ensemble with a fluffy gray-beige carpet on the floor, bed linen in blue-white-purple tones, as well as various decorative items at the headboard.

For lovers of rich colors, a retractable two-level transforming bed made of light wood and a lower "floor" equipped with drawers with juicy red doors is ideal. Such furniture will look even more interesting if you supplement it with snow-white bedding and a burgundy blanket and pillows. Such ensembles will become a bright accent of the room. This bed is supported by open wooden cabinets and shelving with red drawers. Against the background of such interior details, it is better to glue light wallpaper and light gray carpet or laminate. Dilute the decor with blue details (red and blue are a great combination) - round floor rug and figurines on the shelves.

Retractable children's single, two- or three-tiered beds made of natural wood with its natural ornament have an excellent appearance. For example, such a sturdy model with wide dark steps and high side boards can be put in a nursery with soft cream walls and pale beige floors finished with laminate or parquet. Dilute the "calm" tones with red linens, striped rugs and photographs in scarlet frames. It is permissible to hang burgundy roman blinds on the windows. The result will be an original, rather bright, but not annoying ensemble with its colors.

For information on how to assemble a pull-out bed for two children, see the next video.