How to choose a baby bed from solid wood, possible options
Array ─ is a natural material, which is a solid or glued tree. Natural wood has a beneficial effect on health, does not cause allergies and is an environmentally friendly material. Children's beds from solid wood are made from raw materials of different species with differences in hardness and strength. The price of such designs is much higher than on particleboard or MDF, but it justifies itself. The child spends a lot of time in his room and the furniture should be comfortable and safe.
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High demands are always placed on children's furniture. It must be strong, durable, resistant to high loads. Only wooden beds can cope with the tasks and withstand the indefatigable energy of the baby.
Due to the strength of the material, solid bunk beds have become so popular. They are quite expensive, but the price is fully justified by the operational qualities.
Furniture manufacturers have the opportunity to satisfy the most demanding consumers. There are all kinds of wooden beds for children on the market. They can be classified according to their functional use and dimensions.
- The cradle is designed for infants. Represents a mobile cradle fixed between two racks. The vibrational movements of the cradle soothe the baby and he falls asleep faster. Today, an electronic system of motion sickness, flashing lights, and mounted toys with musical accompaniment are installed in the cradles. Progressive cradles have a remote control, which makes it easier for parents to care for their children. The average dimensions of the cradle, designed for children from 1 to 6-9 months ─ 90 x 45 cm;
- Bed for newborns - is a design with trellised sides with dimensions of 120x60 cm. Designed for children from birth to 3-4 years. Usually, in such models the sides are regulated, and the bottom has the ability to rise and fall. Modern standard cribs are equipped with drawers for bedding, as well as equipped with wheels, which makes it easy to move the product to a place convenient for parents;
- Transformer - thanks to removable parts and sliding runners, infant children's beds made of wood have the opportunity to "grow" with the child. The maximum size of the transforming structure is 190 (200) x80 (90) cm;
- Manege - designed for games and sleep. In this design, the child will be protected from injury. Many products are equipped with fabric or mesh walls. The absence of solid partitions will allow him to see his mother and calmly feel in a confined space;
- Two-tier - if there are two children in the family, then this design is the best option. And if there is only one child, then the first floor can be converted into a built-in desk. Great importance is given to the second floor of the crib. Here, the height of the sides must be preserved, which will ensure a safe sleep for the child.
The low price of a crib made of solid wood should alert parents. In this case, you should verify the quality of the material and ask the seller for relevant documents for the goods.
Features of wood
The furniture industry for its purposes uses more than 40 types of wood species. Children's beds made of wood are not only an interior addition to the bedroom, but also provide a healthy sleep for the child and, as a result, a good mood. Before you buy a bed for a child, you need to clarify what material it is made of. Hard and soft wood species are known.
- Solid ─ boxwood, white acacia, yew;
- Soft ─ poplar, pine, spruce, cedar.
Not all varieties are suitable for one or another type of furniture design. Soft beds make cots for small children with low weight, and hard ones make frames and bases. Consider the main types of raw materials that are used to make baby beds from solid wood:
- Birch - practically has no knots, is an array with homogeneous fibers and a beautiful natural pattern. The tree is dense, resistant, strong, like oak, but with a shorter lifespan. It is the most hypoallergenic, light, odorless material. It is most often used for the production of cradles;
- Pine - the material has healing properties. The durability of the product guarantees the resinity of the raw materials. Despite the fact that the material has a heterogeneous structure with knots, it has impact resistance, and the life of the beds exceeds 15 years. The product can pass from the oldest child to the youngest or even from generation to generation. A solid children's bed with drawers made of pine material has a reasonable price, but is practical and safe;
- Beech is a valuable, beautiful, durable material. The flexibility and strength of wood allows you to make curved decorative elements for baby beds made of beech. The texture and properties of this tree resembles oak, but products from it are several times cheaper. Light color of a children's bed from the massif of a beech can get a pinkish-brown shade after a while;
- Oak is a valuable material that is used to produce expensive furniture designs. It has a rich color scheme ─ from yellow to light brown. Usually manufacturers cover children's beds with stains of different colors, to increase their decorativeness. Oak products are very durable and have a long service life, which exceeds 30 years. Scientists claim that oak restores the strength and energy of man;
- Ash - products from this tree species are heavy, but very beautiful. The material is elastic and pliable. Highly decorative bent elements are obtained from it, which attract and fascinate the human eye.
A crib made of natural material will provide the child with a sound and healthy sleep.
Dressing and subjects of models
There are many design solutions for decorating cribs ─ wood carvings, color or thematic solutions.
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If the texture of the material allows, then a carved crib can turn into a real work of art. It will have a rich appearance, but it must be borne in mind that not every bed with carved elements will fit into the stylistic direction of the room. Therefore, the choice must be made meaningfully.
Color
Solid wood beds are presented with a large model next to a wide range of colors. Most popular options:
- Light, natural - this is a great option for a large bedroom. And the natural color of the product leaves the opportunity to paint it in your favorite tone;
- White - a white bed is suitable for a girl’s bedroom, decorated in the Provence style. If the room contains other pink furniture, then the bedroom will be airy. In the bedroom for a boy, a white bed will take its rightful place only with the appropriate design;
- Beige, chocolate - in any bedroom it will look advantageous. He calms and tunes in a positive way;
- Red - you need to be very careful about red furniture. He is considered an aggressive color. But if the product contains neutral shades, then the bed will look harmonious in a modern bedroom. If a red bed is provided in the room for the boy, then this looks very modern;
- Blue - the atmosphere of appeasement is obtained in a room with a blue bed. And if the interior has a marine style, then the bed will complement this trend;
- Green - if the room has an eco-style with textiles in floral ornaments, the bed in green tones will become a bright spot in the room.
Unusual design decisions
- Built-in lamp - they are mounted at the head of the bed for children who like to read books;
- Shod details - curls or leaves look stylishly on beds for girls;
- Canopy - in order for the child to create an oriental tale, parents should purchase a canopy bed. The beautiful and delicate look of the product will give the girls great pleasure. And also sold separate decorative canopy frames;
- Baroque, empire - a magnificent view of a wooden bed, which is decorated with carved elements, stones, a soft headboard, is able to create a princess bedroom for a girl. With this design of a bed in a bedroom, the boy can feel like a real prince.
Thematic models
Today, the furniture industry is trying to surprise consumers with a variety of children's designs. A children's bed from an array can have tiers, several berths, and also be thematically decorated:
- A bed is a “vehicle” suitable for a boy from 2 to 11 years old. The design of the products is reminiscent of racing, trucks or cars. The structure of the tree allows you to use all kinds of paint material, so they have a bright and original design. But such options impress only children of preschool and primary school age;
- A bed-ship or bathyscaphe - a nautical theme will transfer a child to pirate times. The frame is mainly made of dark wood. The marine theme is complemented by decorative elements ─ flags, chests, guns, as well as carved fish, dolphins and pearls;
- A bed is a stable type of bed. Rounded corners and sides will protect the child during sleep and protect against bumps. An expensive option resembles a screw plane or a luxury passenger airliner. This is not only a sleeping place, but also an original moving toy and rotating propellers. It is rarely performed from an array, but if necessary, it can be made to order;
- Bed-train - in such a bed it will be interesting to “travel” for both boys and girls. The massive structure has an original design and is installed in a room with a large area. Every detail reproduces the design of the train. The second floor is a place to sleep or a fenced playground. For many years, the cot remains interesting for children because of its interactive movable elements and LED effects. The design also provides drawers for bedding, numerous toys or seasonal clothes.
Solid wood beds with a thematic slope, not all parents are able to purchase because of the high cost, and children grow quickly. Therefore, many parents are inclined to the classic bed options:
- "Uni" with special sides. The bed is made of pine and has a beneficial effect on the sleep of the child. Compact crib can be placed in any room;
- "Dasha" with a high fence. A feature of the crib is its affordable price, good quality and the presence of frequent partitions;
- Spaceik-2 with 2 berths. The bed can be used for both the youngest and the oldest child. The second floor is one meter above the floor;
- Array with 2 drawers. The product is made of practical and durable birch raw materials.
Popular baby cots can not only fit into the design of the room, but will also delight kids with their original design for a long time. Models are suitable not only for kids, but also for schoolchildren.
Security requirements
When parents plan to purchase an expensive crib from solid wood, they need to analyze all the nuances. During the purchase, a natural question arises: is the bed safe for the child? The array is a natural tree that does not emit harmful substances and does not have a bad effect on health. Wood lends itself to processing that gives the structure a safe shape with rounded corners.
For children, it is advisable to use unpainted material, and if the product requires processing, then water-based paints and varnishes should be used. The bed will be considered safe if purchased in accordance with the age of the child. Here, the dimensions, the height of the berth, the dimensions of the sides will be taken into account. When buying a bed, you must definitely familiarize yourself with the quality certificate.
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