Characteristics and selection of cribs with bumpers

Children's bed with bumpers is the choice of modern parents who care about the safety of their baby. This protection helps prevent falls, bruises and abrasions. Thanks to the dense fabric and high-quality filler, a special atmosphere is created inside the crib, the child is protected from the sun and drafts. The sleeping place is made out with textiles and for decorative purposes.

baby cot — When choosing furniture, one should be guided primarily by the health benefits and design convenience.

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What are the sides for?
Requirements for beds with bumpers
Advantages and disadvantages
Manufacturing materials
Varieties of beds and side designs
How to choose the right bed and mattress for it
Top manufacturers
Video: how to make do-it-yourself bumpers for a child's safe sleep

What are the sides for?

The sides of the bed have many functions by default. The most important of these is protective. Soft pillows protect the little person from injuries and external influences, create a comfortable environment for him. The stores offer a variety of products for every taste. Parents can choose the sides depending on the gender of the baby and personal preferences with regards to patterns and other images on the fabric. The child will like bright drawings, he will be happy to look at them, falling asleep.

bed for children's room — The sideboard, or as it is also called a barrier for a baby bed, is a dense but soft fabric strip filled with a special filling material.

With the sides, the crumbs are not afraid of drafts, bright sunlight. He will not be able to stick a handle or leg between the rods and get injured.

white cot — The sides in the crib allow you to prevent the above-described unpleasant situations, limiting the child's rolling beyond a certain line.

Also, the sides serve as an additional decor. With their help, a special coziness is created in the room.

white cot with sides — It is quite difficult to choose a side for a bed that fits perfectly into the style of the upholstery and shape of this piece of furniture.

Requirements for beds with bumpers

It is important to remember that active children not only sleep in their bed, but jump, toss and turn. For this reason, furniture should be as stable, strong and durable as possible.

The sides should be securely fixed to the base of the bed. If the boards are rack, the distance between the bars should be 5-6 cm. This will provide good ventilation and reduce the risk of injury to the limbs of a small person.

bed with sides — Protective edges in baby cots can be hard or soft. Such fences are mainly rack and pinion, which creates additional ventilation. Sizes and shapes of the edges vary by model.

The bed should not be narrow. Bumpers (especially bulky pillows) significantly hide the space. The baby will be uncomfortable sleeping if his movements are limited.

bed for girls — When choosing a bed for a child from 2 years old with sides, you need to pay attention to all the characteristics of this type of children's furniture.

The bed itself can be made of various materials. Most often, natural wood is used for children. Such products are safe, environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic and have a long service life. The frame always stays warm.

bed for the child in the bedroom — Multifunctional furniture with drawers will save space in the children's room.

You can choose a bed made of chipboard, but this material is inferior in many characteristics to wood and metal. However, it is the cheapest.

child's sleeping room — For a comfortable rest of the baby, correct growth and development, you need to choose the right mattress for the baby's bed. Taking into account the peculiarities of the growth and development of children, mattresses of medium and high hardness are chosen for girls and boys at the age of 2 years.

Metal bases are the most durable. At the same time, the metal is traumatic and cold to the touch.

Cribs made of combined materials are distinguished by the maximum strength and durability. For example, if they combine natural wood and metal. In this case, the coating that was applied to the surface is also important. The paint or varnish should be non-toxic and safe, it is better to give preference to organic dyes.

baby in the crib — Children's beds should be as safe as possible for children. The correct height of the fences will protect the child from falls while he sleeps.

Advantages and disadvantages

Beds for children with bumpers are very popular and are considered the most demanded on the modern market. The high demand is associated with the obvious advantages of such products, which favorably distinguish them from the rest of the furniture:

Security. This is the main advantage of baby cots. Bumpers minimize the risk of injury to babies and impacts on hard surfaces. Children are active from a very young age, so they can move even in their sleep. Bumpers save from injuries, including dislocations that occur when a child pulls his arms and legs into the cracks.
Draft protection. Soft pillows do not impede natural air circulation, but they do not allow blowing out. Even if you ventilate the room when the baby is in bed, the draft is not terrible for him.
Prevention of toys falling out. A toddler can get very upset if his favorite teddy bear falls to the floor and cannot reach the item until the adults are around.
Creation of additional comfort in the room, a special atmosphere that contributes to the harmonious development and good mood of the little person.
Protection from direct sunlight that interferes with normal sleep during the day.

original design of the crib — Usually, beds with restraints are produced for girls and boys under the age of 3 years, but if the child is older and at the same time very active during sleep, he will also need a berth with sides.

Despite the indisputable advantages, the product is not without its disadvantages:

Dust particles settle on the sides. They can cause an allergic reaction in a child, so it is important to brush regularly.
The kid cannot watch what is happening around. Some parents, on the contrary, consider this moment a dignity, since the inability to consider the surrounding objects often helps to fall asleep faster.

Manufacturing materials

In a practical and attractive product, the main role is played by the material with which a newborn or an older child will directly contact. When choosing a fabric, it is important to pay attention to the following points:

natural fibers (synthetic material should never be used in a baby's crib);
pleasant to the touch surface, so that the child feels comfortable during sleep and rest;
hypoallergenic (it is better to dwell on such material, even if the baby is not prone to allergic reactions);
neutral pastel colors to avoid irritation of the child's psyche (universal for "boy" and "girl" sleeping places).

bed with drawers — Furniture is usually made from an environmentally friendly material - wood, most often pine, beech or birch. There are no restrictions in the design either: the bed can be plain white or multi-colored, there are also non-standard models in the form of a fairy house, car, carriage.

Advice.The most optimal options: cotton, chintz, bike. They serve for a long time, are easily cleaned of dust and other contaminants, and are of high quality.

gentle baby bedroom — Children's beds made of solid pine with a rim have an attractive appearance. Due to the possibility of milling the material, the facades can be given an original look. They will perfectly match the interior and do not require additional decor.

You should also pay special attention to the choice of filler. Synthetic materials will not work as they lead to allergies and other undesirable consequences. The most suitable types:

Foam rubber. It retains its shape well, but retains moisture, so microorganisms can multiply in the product. For this reason, it is important to take the time to dry the product regularly.
Sintepon. It has a low price, dries quickly, does not deform even with frequent washing. The fungus does not develop in it. However, the synthetic winterizer must be quilted, otherwise the sides will become shapeless.
Holofiber. This is the latest material that does not accumulate water, dries very quickly. The service life of the holofiber is very long; microorganisms do not develop in it. It is hypoallergenic, so it is suitable even for babies. The material has no flaws.

crib in the form of a bunny — Children's beds are available with several types of sides. Their choice is influenced by the child's age, character, temperament and quality of sleep.

Varieties of beds and side designs

Children's beds with boards can be divided into the following types:

Classic. These are the simplest designs, the time of use of which depends on the size of the berth.
With drawers. This is a great option for small living spaces where it is important to use space efficiently and provide plenty of storage space. Typically, such furniture is completed with wide deep drawers that can accommodate bed linen and bulky outerwear, toys.
With changing table and chest of drawers. A common model for children from birth. At about the age of 3 years, the chest of drawers is dismantled, and as a result, in descending order of unnecessary elements, a full bed is obtained, on which a child can sleep at least until the age of 10.
Sliding. The universal bed can be lengthened, if necessary, in ascending order of the crumbs. The resulting void is filled with an additional mattress, which in most cases comes with the kit.
Sofa beds. These are visually attractive stationary or folding models with upholstery. Requires special care due to the potential for contamination.
Loft bed. The sleeping place is located on the upper level, in the lower zone there is a work, play and sports corner. The equipment below may be different. This is the best option for small rooms where every inch of space is important. All elements will be functional and comfortable.
Bunk beds. A great solution for a family with two children with a small age difference. Bots can only be present at the top level or both.

The sides can also be of various types. The choice is influenced by the child's age, character, gender, sleep quality. Varieties:

Solid and slatted. Before buying, you should determine how the child is most comfortable - sleeping separated from the outside world or being able to look at the room.
Low models. They cover the wooden rods by half or ⅔. The child will be protected from light and drafts, but at the same time will be able to observe what is happening around.
Inflated bumpers. With their help, you can cover not only the wooden rods, but the entire bed as a whole. The baby is protected from injury, direct sunlight, drafts and any impact. However, the baby will not be able to see what is happening around, he will only consider the ceiling.
Separate pillows. You can adjust the degree of filling, width and height.Such sides are tied with strings to wooden rods very quickly and easily.
With pockets. The sewn-on pockets can be used to store toys and other useful items that should always be at hand. Sorting is important so that the sleeping place is not overloaded with unnecessary things.
Rollers. These items are not tall or sturdy enough to protect against injury, but they do provide adequate air circulation in hot weather.

For your information! Also, the sides differ in the way of fastening and material. The product is mounted on Velcro, ties, locks.

How to choose the right bed and mattress for it

As a rule, by the time of purchase, most parents already understand how the furniture will be located in the room. It is necessary to make measurements in order to determine the desired dimensions of the product.

sleeping place for a child — The height of the sides above the mattress level can be 5–20 cm. The higher they are, the less likely the child may fall.

A children's bed with a sideboard must be assembled with good quality. The fittings used and the internal mechanisms are important. It is better to ask the seller to provide safety and quality certificates, other accompanying documentation. He must show how the mechanisms work.

Do not chase the multifunctionality of the bed, the presence of many shelves and other storage places. The main thing is to choose a comfortable and safe design, because the child will spend a lot of time in his room.

cot with orange sides — For children under the age of 12, mattresses without springs are recommended, but with special fillers, most often these are models of higher rigidity.

The mattress (especially for newborns) should be made of environmentally friendly and safe material. A rigid orthopedic base with coconut or latex filling is recommended.

Tips for choosing a side:

For newborns, it is better to buy low soft products with textured patterns. The filler must be hypoallergenic. The board should be well secured.
For older children, high soft sides with locks are optimal. Let's say a foam filler.
For older children, a rigid board can be installed if the bed does not have side walls.

comfortable bed — When choosing a specific model, the manufacturer of the furniture must be considered.

Top manufacturers

There are many models of quality beds with bumpers on the market that are suitable for children of different ages. Rating of the best manufacturers of baby products:

Hoff.
Toris.
Ration.
Ormatek.
Askona.
Perrino.
Borovichi-Furniture.
Sonya Mebelgrad.

Bumpers are an integral part of a bed for a small child. Girls and boys will be protected from injury and falls, will not catch cold from drafts and will sleep peacefully by limiting access to sunlight. The main thing is to choose a safe and comfortable product that will turn a sleeping place into a comfortable space for a little person.