Loft bed for adults

For a small apartment, it is very important to accommodate several functional areas without sacrificing comfort. If it is necessary to place either a sleeping place or a study on 6 square meters, it is not at all necessary to choose one thing. You can rationally dispose of the squares and place both zones - only at different levels. The loft bed for adults combines compact and functional furniture and makes the most of every meter of the room.

The main advantages of an unusual bed include:

• saving the area of ​​the room by 2 times;
• the ability to combine several functional areas: bedroom, living room, dressing room or study;
• reliability and safety like a regular bed;
• unusual and modern design;
• long service life.

The main difference between a children's bunk bed and an adult is its size. Otherwise, the design features remain the same. The sleeping place is located on the upper tier and can be reached by stairs. How to equip the free space below, everyone decides for himself. The most popular options:

• working area with a computer;
• small dressing room or storage system;
• seating area with a sofa, armchair or pouf.

An adult bunk bed must be of a sturdy structure capable of supporting a weight of around 200 kg. Therefore, preference is given to high quality natural wood. This design will last for several decades - even when exposed to external factors.

Oak, pine and beech are particularly durable. But at the same time, the fasteners do not have increased strength, so the risk of damage is not excluded. It is also worth noting that such structures made of natural wood have a higher price. Particleboard beds are more affordable, but less reliable. Models are also produced from combined materials - for example, from wood and fiberboard or from laminated chipboard and MDF.

The elements can be connected by welding, which will make the structure more reliable - and at the same time lightweight. But the equally reliable design has one main drawback: the coldness of the metal causes some discomfort during rest. However, the cost will be significantly lower than the prices for wooden counterparts. Combined structures made of metal and natural wood are also presented.

The standard frame height is divided into 2 types:

• from 130 to 160 cm - low beds;
• from 160 to 180 cm - high beds.

The distance from the mattress to the ceiling should be at least 70 cm. Tall beds allow maximum use of the space below. Some models are up to three meters high. Low-rise beds are suitable for rooms with 2.7 m ceilings.

The design of the stairs is an important factor in the choice of the bed. Simple vertical bars are not as easy to use and take some getting used to. But this option saves the area of ​​the room. The ladder can be removable and stowed away when receiving guests or fixed on the wall near the bed.

Another thing is roomy stable boxes in the form of steps.Such a staircase is convenient, very functional and practical, and this is a huge plus for a small apartment, although it occupies several valuable square meters.

For the safety of residents, you must immediately take care of the sides and handrails near the sleeping area. The height of the mattress should not protrude beyond the bounding boards.

Fastening of structures is divided into 3 types:

• bed on four supports;
• on two supports and fixed to the wall;
• spectacular "floating" bed with fixing to the ceiling.

The option of attaching the bed to the ceiling using anchor bolts looks very unusual. But for such a structure, the ceiling height should be 3-3.5 m, and it is necessary to make sure in advance of the strength of the ceiling slabs.

For greater reliability, the structure for a couple should not only hold on to four bases, but also be fixed to the wall.

The new method of fastening involves raising the sleeping area during the day almost to the level of the ceiling and the ability to lower it lower at night. For this, guides are installed on the wall. The downside of this method is that the free space at the bottom of the bed should always remain free.

Don't assume that a loft bed is only suitable for one person. The sturdy double model is also suitable for couples. A large bedroom for two on the second level is chosen with strict adherence to the parameters of partners. It is necessary to take into account not only the weight and height of the partners, but also the weight of the large mattress and all the elements of the bed.

Common models of attic beds:

• with a sofa or armchair;
• with a work table;
• with built-in wardrobe or separate shelves and drawers;
• with one more bed.

Such models of a single design are presented in stores. A fold-out sofa can play the role of an extra bed. However, even an affordable price for such models will not be able to smooth out the fact that choosing a sofa or changing it in the future to your taste is unlikely to work.

The option of a double bed with a free lower area is the best and more classic. Deciding what to place below (desk or sofa), changing furniture or rearranging - all this is not difficult.

A bed with a work area is the optimal solution for people with a lot of work and freelancers. A filing cabinet and an armchair with a table will fit compactly below. A bed with a workplace will be the embodiment of functionality. It will be comfortable to solve various problems here, and computer equipment with papers will be in place.

For creative people, you can choose a one-piece large table top with the necessary set of shelves and drawers. The sleeping area upstairs will allow you to quickly switch from work issues.

For low beds, it is possible to locate the L-shaped working area near the berth. To create a cabinet, you can use pull-out modules.

The working area does not always have the length of the berth. You can divide the space below into several parts - for example, a table and a wardrobe or a sofa and a shelving unit. The design of the L-shaped attic complex brings the tabletop out of the berth and expands the space.

Pros of placing a double bed with a table:

• thoughtful organization of space;
• all documents and equipment are located in one place;
• the cleaning process is simplified.

Another good option for a small room is to combine a sleeping area and a wardrobe.

Shelving, dressers and side tables or built-in closed storage will help keep your room tidy.The built-in wardrobe will serve as additional support for the sleeping area. For storing gadgets, books and things that are often needed, closed modules with drawers are suitable.

For a family with a child, a bunk model with a large bed at the bottom for the parents and one at the top for the child is suitable. Such a compact bedroom can take place not only in an apartment, but also, for example, in a country house.

Which variant of the furniture complex to choose - everyone decides for himself, based on his desires and the characteristics of the room. In any case, the loft bed allows you to unload the space and complement the interior with an unusual and functional product.

Until recently, loft beds were produced primarily for children and adolescents. Today, the desire to have a full bedroom for owners of small apartments has become more the rule than the exception.

The bedroom (including one more area) is located just at one wall. Each sleeping area needs to be complemented with individual soft lighting. The corner model can fill a space in a certain area of ​​the room, leaving the rest of the space free.

If the free space at the top allows a person not only to lie, but also to sit on the bed, then you can place shelves for magazines, books or for a cup of coffee.

Reviews are different. Some commentators are afraid of fragile structures and traumatic stairs, so they refuse to buy an attic bed. It should be noted, however, that the design of a tall bed does not pose a greater risk than a conventional one.

Another disadvantage (although more to the natural features), buyers attribute the high cost of structures. But the price of the whole set is equal to the total cost of each piece of furniture separately.

Students and active youth appreciate all the charms of the loft bed. For a rented studio apartment, three young people chose metal loft beds with desks below to save space and divide space.

On the plus side, buyers also include the ability to leave a crumpled blanket and a crumpled pillow on the bed, which no one will see. Less dust settles on the upper tier of the bed. In the cold season, it is much warmer upstairs to sleep, but in summer there is not enough air.

The frame of wooden beds with four bases is quite versatile. If a two-tier design is no longer needed, you can reduce the height of the legs so that you get a bed of standard sizes.

For standard ceilings of 2.7 m, the loft bed is a stretch. You will have to choose between being cramped at the top (less than 70 cm of free space between the mattress and the ceiling) and a small space below.

Here's what to look for when choosing an attic bed:

• the presence of special sides with a height of 30-40 cm is a prerequisite not only for children's beds, but also for adults;
• stability of the bed structure;
• the distance from the mattress to the ceiling must be at least 70 cm;
• the ladder must be stable;
• the structure must be made of environmentally friendly materials.

The loft bed is more suitable for non-standard rooms with large ceilings and additional niches. The dimensions of the entire set are quite impressive. For a full-fledged bed for a couple, the width should be at least 1.4 m, and the length should be 2 m.

Making a bed with suitable characteristics will not be difficult for an experienced craftsman. After all, the standard model may not always be suitable for a specific solution. To do this, you need to think over the structure, buy boards of suitable thickness and strength, assemble the structure of the required dimensions.

Calculate how much free space remains in the room, whether it will be comfortable to live in such an environment.

There can be many options for using the space under the bed, but it is important not to forget about safety and comfort. Sleeping on the second floor, in a closed cozy corner, should be childishly magical and safe.

An overview of the loft bed for adults can be viewed in the following video.