Teenage beds - features and popular models
Modern norms of life and its pace make new demands on teenage furniture. If earlier teenage furniture was characterized, first of all, by health safety, size and durability, now functionality and design have been added to the main characteristics. And since a person spends more than a third of the day in a dream, one of the main pieces of furniture in a teen's life is a bed.
What should be a bed for a teenager
First of all, beds for adolescents must correspond to their owners both in terms of anatomical features and taste.
It should be as comfortable as possible for a teenager, so its size should correspond to the height. After all, you must agree that sleeping on the bed with your legs tucked in is not very comfortable. Moreover, it can be harmful to health, as it affects posture. Therefore, it is considered normal if the length of the bed exceeds the height of its owner by at least 15 cm.
If we continue to talk about the health of a growing organism, then we cannot fail to note the importance of having an orthopedic base near the bed. This will also help maintain posture, and the baby's skeleton will form correctly.
We must not forget that girls and boys spend a lot of time with friends, they often visit each other. Therefore, pay attention to the fact that the bed is able to withstand a lot of weight, since during noisy gatherings with friends, several people will probably sit on it at once.
At a certain age, a child also has a need for personal space, in this case, a functional transforming bed may be needed or recessed into a niche between the wardrobes.
Due to the characteristics of the body during this period, many adolescents sleep very restlessly, and the sides on the bed, which can be folding, will help protect them from falling in a dream.
Manufacturing material
Like any furniture, teenage beds can be made from a variety of materials.
MDF
The most popular among buyers because of its cheapness and a very large assortment. However, such furniture has a significant disadvantage - this is the service life. In the best case, MDF furniture will last about 10 years.
Wood
It is much more expensive than its counterparts from MDF, but it is durable. Also, the advantages include environmental friendliness, durability and expensive appearance.
Metal
The main advantages of such furniture are high durability and stylish look.Also, metal furniture is distinguished by hygiene - little dust settles on it, microbes and fungi on its surface do not live long. One of the drawbacks may be a lot of weight, but now manufacturers have learned how to solve this problem.
Plastic
The least popular type of furniture material. Although it is also characterized by great durability and beautiful appearance. However, it is very easy to leave a scratch or stain on such a surface.
Popular types of beds for boys and girls
Teenage and children's beds in furniture salons on our market are presented in a very large assortment. After all, it is at this age that you want to somehow stand out and have something unusual. Therefore, furniture manufacturers do not stand still and all the time offer new models and new functionality. We suggest considering some types of teenage beds in more detail.
Classic version
Classics always find their consumers, and the furniture market is no exception. A standard rectangular bed with four legs is always in demand among buyers. But not all teenagers want one for themselves. Experts believe that such a bed is suitable for a teenager up to a maximum of 13 years of age.
Important! When buying such a bed, you should purchase models with larger dimensions in advance.
Wardrobe bed
Suitable for rational planning of space in the room. Such a product has great functionality, since at night it is a full-fledged place to sleep, and in the daytime it plays the role of a wardrobe. It is worth noting that such models have special fastening systems that will allow even a teenager to cope with the process of transforming a bed.
Of the obvious disadvantages, one can single out the rather high price of such a model and the daily need to raise and lower the berth.
Loft bed
A very popular option among buyers looking to make the most of the available space in the living room. In such models, the berth rises above the floor at a level of 1 to 1.5 meters, and under it there can be a game, sports or work area. So a teenager gets, albeit small, but only his space.
Important! For the safety of the child, the bed must be equipped with bumpers, and the bed itself must have a comfortable and safe ladder.
Bunk
Bunk beds are suitable for families with two or more children, but with limited living space. This option is ideal for the rational use of the available space, since children get two berths at once. In addition, buying such a bed is significantly cheaper than purchasing two separate beds, which will save the family money.
Before buying such a bed, you should first discuss this with the children, because it may turn out that they do not want to sleep on the upper tier or simply be afraid of heights.
Folding
In our country, folding beds are not very popular. Many people treat them with apprehension, believing that the bed can fall on a passing person or, on the contrary, fold with a person sleeping in it.
Of course, all this is stereotyped, and manufacturers have long learned how to make reliable and robust transformation mechanisms. By purchasing such a bed, you will significantly save space, which is important for owners of small apartments.
Things to consider when choosing a bed for a teenager
A bed for a teenager should be chosen only with him. After all, the quality of sleep and other characteristics are important for you, and the teenager will first of all choose by appearance. Childhood and adolescence is a rather difficult period, characterized by the formation of their own views on all objects and life in general.
At this time, some new habits and tastes may appear, which must also be taken into account when choosing a bed. It is unlikely that a 12-year-old teenager will feel comfortable in a baby rocket bed.
Keep in mind that a bed for a teenager girl may differ from a bed for a teenager boy in a non-standard color scheme or some original design.
How to choose the right mattress for your bed
The bed mattress can be made of several materials.
Polyurethane foam
It is used in both springless and in-spring mattresses. Such a filler is durable, provides a sleeping person with a comfortable body position, and has medium rigidity.
Foam rubber
Over time, dips and dents form on it, so it is not suitable for teenagers.
Coconut fiber
Such mattresses are characterized by great rigidity. At the same time, it is perfectly ventilated, which does not allow various microorganisms to multiply in it.
Latex
This is a very expensive material, therefore it is not popular. Although these mattresses have longevity and high elasticity.
Memoriform
This filler has a "memory", so sleeping on such a mattress is very comfortable and gives you strength.
Top manufacturers
There are thousands of models on the furniture market from hundreds of manufacturers, both Russian and foreign. Therefore, first of all, it is necessary to be guided by the wishes of your child and the actual availability of teenage beds on sale.
But some manufacturers are still rumored and are honored to get into different ratings. These are such companies as Ormatek, Ascona, TetChair, Mebelgrad.
Interior placement ideas
It is in adolescence that children are fond of various subcultures, music and the like. Therefore, do not impose on your child your ideas for placing a bed in his room.
However, you still need to adhere to a few rules:
- do not place the bed near the window, as the noise coming will interfere with a sound sleep;
- do not put the bed near heating batteries, as due to temperature discomfort, sleep will be poor;
- place the product along one of the walls, and not in the center of the room;
- for comfort, it is necessary to put the bed so that the child lying on it can see the door and people entering the room.
Thus, a wide range of beds for teenagers allows you to take into account all sorts of preferences, both parents and children. Adults, first of all, pay attention to the size of the product, the quality of the material, and functionality. For adolescents, not only comfort is important, but also the ability to express themselves, the ability to boast in front of their peers.Manufacturers, knowing this, provide a wide assortment for every taste.
Video: choosing a bed for a teenager in a store
