Ikea bunk beds

A wide range of furniture makes it possible to choose the most comfortable bed in the bedroom, acceptable in terms of design and price. Among the existing models, there is a not quite familiar option - a two-tier one. Many are skeptical of such a bed, but the owners who took a risk have already appreciated its merits. Ikea bunk beds are especially popular.

The most important plus is a significant saving of space in the room. Even if the room is large enough, it can be difficult to place two single beds in it at once.

Such beds are suitable not only in a children's or teenage bedroom, but also in an adult... A bunk bed with free space at the bottom also saves space. It can be made a recreation or work area by forcing drawers, a table.

If we talk about Ikea products, it can be noted that they also have a lot of advantages. One of the most important is the quality of materials and the reliability of structures. A bunk bed will last for years.

A wide variety of models, materials and colors makes it possible to fit Ikea furniture into any interior. Wood, for example, is suitable for country and classics, and metal for minimalism and hi-tech.

The size of the beds is universal, so that they can be used by both children and adults. For both, safety is guaranteed, because each model has crossbars that do not allow you to fall during sleep. The maximum weight that the bed can support is 150 kg. There are no sharp corners and edges in the construction, and chips do not appear on the durable material.

Like all furniture from this company, the bed is extremely simple to assemble. Each bed is equipped with instructions that you can use to assemble and install new furniture in the bedroom yourself.

Among the disadvantages should be highlighted the limited space. On a regular bed, you can calmly stretch your arms to the sides to get comfortable, and on a bunk bed, partitions interfere. If on the lower floor there are shelves or a table attached directly to the frame, then small things on it will shake during each movement on the bed. In the summertime, it can be too hot to sleep under the ceiling.

The range of the company includes the following types of bunk beds:

• Both floors are given over to sleeping places. If there is a retractable additional platform hidden under the lower tier, then there are three places altogether.
• Loft bed. There is a sleeping place on the upper tier, and free space below. It can be made with the necessary items and equipped depending on the needs.

There are five models of bunk beds in the Ikea catalog:

• "Midal" - a bunk bed frame made of solid pine with two sleeping places. A ladder with narrow slats is fixed on both sides, depending on the placement of furniture in the bedroom. Since it is made of natural material, you should use dry rags and special detergents for wood when cleaning.The lamellar base is strong, does not sag over time, because the load is evenly distributed. Safety is ensured by high sides on the upper tier.

• Sturo is another wooden model made from solid pine. It is much higher than the previous version. It is a loft bed frame with free space below. The ladder can be attached both to the right and to the left.

• "Tuffing" - a steel frame for a loft bed or bunk bed with two berths. The staircase is located in the middle, and in the double model it is short and connects the tiers. The side is made of polyester mesh. It can be removed and washed.

• Steel frame "Svert" is presented in two versions - loft bed and double two-story model. It is taller than Tuffing and the ladder can be positioned to the right or left. In the case of two berths, the staircase is short and connects the tiers. The space below can be equipped with furniture from the same series - pull-out bed and hanging table top.

• “Stuva” is a loft bed with a fully equipped work area downstairs. The set includes a table, rack, wardrobe. A large selection of furniture allows you to independently assemble a set of furniture designed for a different number of doors and drawers. The size of the model makes it relevant for a small bedroom for adults and children.

The smallest models are “Midal” 157 cm, double “Tuffing” 130 cm and double “Swerta” 159 cm.

Loft beds are much higher, which allows you to put even a wardrobe in free space. The height of the Tuffing model is 179 cm, the Swart model is 186 cm, the Stuva model is 193 cm, and the Sturo model is 214 cm.

All models are at least 200 cm long and 97 cm wide. The widest model is Sturo (153 cm).

For the manufacture of beds, wood is used, as well as metal and plastic. All materials are of very high quality:

• Chipboard used only for additional elements - for example, drawers and shelves.

• Solid wood is the most sustainable material... For beds, mainly pine or birch is used. Pine is the most common wood for bunk beds. It is durable, and the finished product has an average cost. In comparison, birch furniture is more expensive.

• Metal beds are made of steel. These models are durable and will last for many years. Outwardly, they look neater and smaller than wooden models. Steel is also used to create shelf hooks.

Midal beds have a natural color, like treated wood - light yellow. Another model made of natural Sturo material has a white color. Tuffing is available in dark gray. Sverta furniture is made in gray, but the frame is available in white as well.

The Stuva model has the greatest color variety. The base is always white, but the doors of drawers, wardrobes and benches can be yellow, light beige, green, orange, pink, or the same as the entire frame.

When choosing a bunk bed, you should carefully consider such an element as a side. Its height should be at least 20 cm, because when the mattress is placed, in fact, about 5 cm will remain. Of course, it is necessary to check the strength of the sides themselves, as well as how firmly they are attached.

For children from seven years old, beds up to 170 cm long and up to 80 cm wide are suitable. For adolescents and adults, up to 190 cm long and up to 90 cm wide. For children under six years old, such beds are not recommended by safety measures.

It is worth considering not only the height of the furniture, but also the room as a whole.It is necessary to understand: the closer the surfaces are to each other, the more inconvenient it will be to climb, make the bed in the morning and change the linen.

Ladders can cause significant inconvenience, so you should select those that do not dig into the foot. For convenience, you can paste over the surface of the stairs with a special coating that will prevent your bare feet from slipping.

Wooden models should not have any defects - cracks, chips or burrs, blisters, as they speak of poor quality "raw" material. A good model will not hold it together, and the surface of the wood itself is homogeneous, even. It is not recommended to take a bed made of solid pine with traces of knots. In terms of design, they look impressive, but these products are less durable.

If the bed model has additional furniture (for example, drawers, wardrobe or table), it is necessary to check these as well. Drawers and doors must not jam, there must be no extraneous sounds, the fittings must be firmly attached and free from defects.

All instructions for assembling furniture from this company are made in the most simplified version that would be understandable to everyone. They use pictures and pictorial diagrams, not descriptions. In most cases, during assembly, only a screwdriver, a hammer, a screwdriver and free space are needed to unfold the parts and then put the finished structure.

At the very beginning, all types of fasteners are drawn, their number is indicated, and the diagrams clearly show which side they need to be installed or in which direction to twist. Each assembly step is drawn and marked. If you follow the instructions clearly, then it will be problematic to get confused. In the case of bunk beds, diagrams are given showing how to put the stairs on one side or the other.

In some cases, examples are given of how not to tighten or hammer fasteners. To avoid confusion among buyers, such examples were crossed out with a black cross. The instructions also clearly indicate the main points for checking the bolts, the height of the side and the mattress. All diagrams are simple and intuitive, but Ikea provides an on-site assembly service.

A detailed assembly process for the Ikea Midal bunk bed can be seen in the following video.

Most of the positive reviews are about saving space. For those with two children and limited space, this bed is a great solution. The fear of people that children may suddenly fall is recognized as unjustified - all buyers are satisfied with the quality of the sides.

The reliability of the structure, which continues to stand firmly - despite the fact that it is actively played, received good reviews. Many noted the ease of assembly, which is a distinctive feature of the company's furniture.

As for the shortcomings, they are primarily associated with the fear of people and non-observance of safety precautions. Almost all models of bunk beds are designed for children from six years old. Many people buy them for two-year-olds who still cannot cope with the high stairs.

Wooden models cause some criticism, as it happens that the material is poorly processed. Because of this, it is very easy to get splinters and peel off the skin. It is recommended to walk on the wood with sandpaper and cover it, for example, with varnish, to protect yourself and your children from injury.

The main inconvenience is associated with the change of linen, it is quite difficult to make the bed every day. It is really inconvenient to do this with especially tall models. Many note the real need to periodically tighten the bolts and fasteners, as the bed begins to creak.

Ikea products are of high quality, but furniture should still be checked for defects. Occasionally you come across reviews about the curvature of the bolt holes.

Even if all models are monochromatic and do not differ in unusual design, you can make them brighter with the help of bed linen. It is enough to choose patterned textiles - and the sleeping place will immediately become "livelier".

White models will fit into the popular Scandinavian style, which is laconic. In the small bedroom under the loft bed, you can organize a seating area - with a couch and a coffee table. If the walls are finished with wood paneling, then a bed made of natural material will blend in with the decor and create the feeling of a real attic space.

The free space under the loft bed can be used to store many things. It is enough to put cabinets and drawers. You can make an entire creative workshop that you can hide in with a curtain stretched across the base of the bed.