Description and features of wardrobe beds from IKEA

Not all residents of our country can boast of an apartment of a large area. In small rooms, free space is sorely lacking. There are many ways to solve this problem, one of them is the use of a folding bed built into the IKEA wardrobe. Such furniture is designed to perform several tasks at the same time: during the day it is an ordinary wardrobe, and at night it is a bed.

The principle of operation of wardrobe beds from IKEA

A distinctive feature of this furniture is a simple "transformation" scheme. A simple mechanism transforms an ordinary bed into a wardrobe.

In the daytime, as a rule, it is more important for a person to use a wardrobe, so the bed at this moment "drives in" under it. When it comes time to rest, simply slide the bed out. The wardrobe at this moment "drives" into a special space, which is freed up at the moment of transformation.

It will take just a few seconds for the furniture from the closet to "transform" into a sleeping place. It is worth considering that at this moment there is no need to remove things from the closet, you can also leave bed linen.

How the transformation mechanism works

In the manufacture of wardrobe beds, two main mechanisms are mainly used:

• gas lift;
• spring.

In the first case, the mechanism is convenient in that at the moment of movement of the structure, due to the high pressure of compressed gas, the transformation of furniture occurs smoothly, you do not even need to use physical force. Fixation is carried out using locks.

The operation of the spring mechanism is based on springs that have a considerable range of possibilities. The mechanism is easy to adjust thanks to the existing bolt. If it is required to strengthen or weaken the elastic force, it is necessary to remove or add the required number of springs.

Advantages and disadvantages

The wardrobe bed certainly has a number of advantages:

1. rational use of space;
2. does not cause hassle while cleaning the apartment, as the structure rises easily, freeing up space;
3. the ability to choose a design for one or two;
4. ease of use.

It is worth noting that transformer furniture is often chosen by designers when decorating a modern interior. This type of furniture can be used in any interior and will undoubtedly satisfy the needs of even the most demanding consumer.

Despite the fact that the ikea folding bed has a number of advantages, the furniture has a number of disadvantages. And first of all, it should be said about the price. Some young families for such an acquisition will have to save some time or arrange a purchase on credit.

Most are wary of such furniture, because they fear that the lifting mechanism may be triggered during sleep, or the bed-wardrobe will fall on the person standing next to it at that moment.Therefore, such purchases must be made exclusively in proven furniture stores.

Some begin to think that the wardrobe bed will have to be constantly disassembled and assembled, and this takes time. Having adapted to the mechanism, a sleeping place or a wardrobe can be obtained in a matter of seconds.

Dimensions and material from which they are made

Today, there are no problems with the choice of a wardrobe bed model, the modern market offers a large selection and IKEA is no exception. Among the options presented, you can choose the appropriate size for an adult and a child.

A wardrobe bed with one sleeping place has dimensions of 80 × 190 cm.There are also wider options - 90x200 cm.The size of a baby bed is 70x150 cm.

The material determines not only the appearance of the product, but also affects the quality and durability of the furniture. The cabinet-bed body can be made of:

• Natural wood and solid wood. Mostly pine, oak, alder are chosen. The furniture is of higher quality, therefore, its cost is much higher. The construction turns out to be rather heavy, so it is not the best option for small children or the elderly.
• Fiberboard, particle board, veneer. This furniture option is cheaper.
• Metal body. The construction is sturdy, but inferior in appearance to the aforementioned models.

Often IKEA for the manufacture of transformer furniture combine the listed materials with others: chipboard, MDF, various polymers.

Furniture made from cheaper materials can be harmful to health. For example, chipboard or MDF can release formaldehyde. Of course, this does not mean at all that these materials should not be chosen at all. There are models that are produced with high quality, sellers must provide a certificate as proof.

Varieties of wardrobe beds

Folding transformers are divided into the following types:

1. Folding bed. After assembly, it turns into a wardrobe, table, wall or chest of drawers.
2. Swing-out model.
3. Cupboard. The upper tier is equipped with a sleeping place, and things are stored in the lower part.
4. Roll-out system.
5. Folding system. The design is built into different variants of cabinet furniture and does not take up much space.

The lifting device can be made in the form of a compartment bed.

What to consider when choosing

To make a guess with the purchase for your apartment, you need to make some preparations. Find a tape measure with which you want to determine the size of the bed. You will need to measure the room and think over the place where the furniture will stand.

An important criterion when choosing the length and width of the bed will be body weight, body type and activity during sleep. The length of the product should be 10-30 cm longer than the height of its owner. If in a dream a person slides to the foot, in this case it is also necessary to choose longer options.

The mattress should also perfectly match the wardrobe bed, this is very important for a good rest. When choosing a mattress, you need to know the parameters of the furniture frame. All the necessary information can be found in the product certificate.

It is worth thinking about the height of the mattress, it should be 15-20 cm higher than the side panels. Only after all the dimensions have been taken into account, you can start choosing a manufacturer.

The quality of the product must meet the following requirements:

• use of modern details;
• ease of operation of mechanisms;
• strength and stability;
• reliability in a fixed position.

Before choosing transformable furniture, you should think about its purpose in advance. The berth can be chosen as a wardrobe-bed or have:

1. sofa;
2. armchair;
3. folding table;
4. folding shelf.

Popular models

Wardrobe bed models are:

• single;
• double;
• children's.

The lifting mechanism of the wardrobe bed is found:

1. horizontal;
2. vertical.

The IKEA brand keeps track of modern furniture developments, so the wardrobe bed, Ikea transforming sofa bed have always been very popular.

In the IKEA catalogs, you can choose many options for three-in-one beds, the buyer can pick up items that simultaneously serve as a wardrobe, bed, secretaire. There is an option - a sofa, bed, wardrobe. If the area of ​​the apartment is small, then more often they choose a corner sofa, bed, wardrobe. A non-standard solution is a wardrobe bed and a dining table.

Among the models of wardrobe-beds for children, options with an extra bed are especially popular. Such furniture is presented in the form of a bunk structure, the lower part of which is equipped with a wardrobe, and in the upper part there are two beds.

Ideas for placement in the interior

The wardrobe bed looks original in any interior:

1. Thinking over the design of the bedroom, it is important to take into account that the beds have a special place in it. When choosing a style, it should be borne in mind that there are several directions that allow you to navigate when decorating a room. If the room has light shades, then the original solution would be to highlight the bright color aspects. For example, you can choose bright pillows.
2. If a wardrobe bed is chosen for a children's room, it must meet safety requirements, develop the child's imagination and teach him to order. Therefore, such transformer furniture has a simple design, but the finish can already have bright shades.
3. If a living room is chosen for the wardrobe bed, the furniture should also be in harmony with the general concept of the room.

Wardrobe-bed models can also be found in the office space. This is true for people who spend most of their time at work.

In this case, transformable furniture is made to order. It is preferable to choose options from materials that are as similar as possible in the type and color of office furniture.

Although the idea of ​​transformable furniture appeared many years ago, thanks to the work of modern designers in the furniture market, you can find models that will be relevant when decorating a room's interior.

Video: option of a wardrobe-bed-transformer