Multifunctional attic beds for adults, features and types
The interior of the room depends on its size, functionality and preferences of the residents. If the room is small in size, or you want to combine several functional areas in one place, many choose an attic bed for adults with the most suitable construction and design. The upper "floor" of the furniture is intended for sleeping, in the lower zone there may be a desk, cabinets or sofa. Such a planning solution is ideal for owners of modern studio apartments, small rooms.
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Product Features and Benefits
Models with a multi-tiered design are most often used in children's rooms. Products for adults are large and neutral in design. The main structural elements of loft beds are:
- The framework that determines the strength and reliability of the entire structure. Its racks are made of thick wooden beams or metal pipes. Stability in the horizontal plane is achieved by attaching the structure to the wall at several points with special clamps from the kit.
- Sleeping place with a base for a mattress from a continuous sheet of chipboard (plywood) or a grill of lamellas. The solid will be reliable, but will not provide the necessary ventilation for the mattress. The lattice base does not interfere with normal air exchange, prevents the subsidence of the mattress.
The main advantages of multi-tiered pieces of furniture with a berth at the top of the users include:
- Space saving, which is important for small rooms.
- Modern design that allows you to create a unique interior and cozy atmosphere.
- The multifunctionality of the design, determined by the presence of various shelves, drawers, cabinets and cabinets at the bottom of the attic bed or inside the stairs for convenient storage of things.
- Savings on the purchase of a table, sofa or cabinet separately.
- A wide range of models from various manufacturers of wood, plastic, chipboard, metal.
- Long service life.
- An opportunity to choose a design of optimum height. Products with a second tier of at least 1.6 m provide a large amount of free space on the first level, where they equip a working area or install a sofa. Low models are optimal for rooms with low ceilings. On the first tier of such products is a storage system.
The main disadvantage of multi-tiered beds is the insecurity of using a berth located at an altitude. People with diseases of the musculoskeletal system will not be able to climb the stairs. And in the absence of safety sides there is a risk of falling in a dream.
The most reliable models of attic beds for adults are made to order.They use a gentle staircase with wide steps and a handrail, and the height of the safety sides is at least 40 cm. When mounting, the frame is fixed to the wall at 8-10 points to increase the stability of the structure.
Also, the disadvantages are often attributed to the high cost of a multi-tiered attic bed compared to a regular one. However, the presence of storage boxes or a desk on the first tier allows you to save on the purchase of these furniture elements, so the price issue is minus the variational one.
Varieties
The range of attic beds for adults from different manufacturers presents a variety of products. When considering a specific model, it is recommended to study its advantages and disadvantages. The choice is standardly carried out according to 2 criteria - the area of a berth and the specific design.
By the number of beds
Varieties of fashionable furniture in this parameter do not differ from the usual sizes of beds. It also distinguishes single, one and a half and double models:
- Single attic bed for adults has dimensions of 0.7 x 1.8; 0.7 x 1.9; 0.7 x 2.0 m. Products with a berth of less than 2 meters are suitable for children or adolescents. The width of the sofa can be any.
- One and a half models are offered with dimensions of 1.1 x 1.8; 1.1 x 1.9; 1.1 x 2 m. This berth will be comfortable for one person to relax.
- A double adult bed with an attic can have dimensions: 1.4 x 1.8; 1.4 x 1.9; 1.4 x 2; 1.5 x 2.1 m.
If none of the products of standard dimensions fits into a specific room, the design can be ordered by individual measurements. The length of the bed should be 12-13 cm more than the height of the person for whom the bed is intended.
For comfortable use of the sleeping area, the distance between its surface and the ceiling should be at least 0.7 m.
By design
Depending on the design features of two-story furniture, the following types of products are distinguished:
- Attic bed with working area. The classic model in which the space on the first tier under the berth is reserved for a desk or computer desk. Under the countertop, drawers or a cupboard, a stand for the system unit are located. If the structure is low in height, the work area may be near a berth. Some models include a retractable table.
- Attic bed with sofa downstairs. This furniture element is intended for daytime relaxation or is used as a sleeping place. Its design can be straight or angular. The base of the sofa is stationary or folding. The traditional "book" mechanism is convenient and reliable. Roll-out models are suitable for a full night's sleep. The Eurobook easily decomposes and forms an even base.
- Attic bed with wardrobe or shelves. The frame of such products should be as durable as possible. A large number of things are stored in cabinets and shelves; the load on the base is high. The interior of the cabinet is filled with shelves, hooks, and a bar. Depending on the mechanism for opening the shutters, there are: swing cabinets, sliding compartments, models with folding doors.
Separately, it is possible to note exclusive products that are created according to individual sketches. The design, manufacturing material and content are determined by the customer. However, it is worth considering that the cost of such models is always high.
Materials of manufacture
Reliability and operational properties of the product depend on the material from which the frame is made. According to this principle, all the attics are divided into the following groups:
- Metal models. They are distinguished by strength and durability, have a low cost, are available to everyone.Minimalist design allows the use of such designs in the interior of any style. Hollow metal pipes are used to base the frame, which reduces the weight of the structure. Powder coating and coloring with colored compounds protects the metal from corrosion. However, this raw material will always be cold; it is not very pleasant to touch it.
- Natural wood products. Furniture looks respectable and reliable. The beautiful texture of natural wood is emphasized by transparent varnishes. Such a bed will last for many years and will be absolutely safe for health. However, the wooden structure is very heavy, it is not recommended to install it with weak floors.
- Models based on wood-based panels of chipboard and MDF. Material from wood chips and a binder component has satisfactory strength, but poor-quality boards emit formaldehydes - a substance that is harmful to health. Furniture from these raw materials is offered in an unusual design, in various colors, its cost is always available. Plates make roomy storage systems and modular elements. The frame can be further strengthened with wooden beams or metal rails.
Health-friendly wood-based panels are designated E-1. Formaldehyde emissions are minimal in such products, so they can be used in living rooms. This parameter must be specified in the certificate or passport of furniture.
Quality models made of wood or metal will last much longer than loft beds made of chipboard. When choosing a suitable option, it is worth considering not only its cost, but also the estimated load corresponding to the weight of people who will occupy the upper berth.
Ladder requirements
The comfort and use of the attic directly depend on the reliability and safety of the stairs. Many models of such furniture use an attached design. It can be installed on either side of the bed or tidied up if necessary. It takes up little space, but is not safe.
If the product will be used by young people, you can choose the vertical design of the stairs. It also takes up a minimal amount of space; it can have thin rungs that do not spoil the appearance of the furniture. However, you need to move around it very carefully.
A more comfortable and safer option are inclined staircases. The loft bed with two berths can have a low level of tilt of the steps and their large area. If there is not much free space inside the room, then a design with a large angle of inclination and narrow steps will be optimal.
Podium staircases are used in models of loft beds with a large built-in storage system. Boxes are located at the base of each step, they are filled with clothes, shoes, books. Using this design will be safe and comfortable. When choosing the appropriate type of stairs, you need to consider the availability of free space in the room and the need for additional storage boxes.
If there are children in the family, the presence of handrails is mandatory. The material from which the steps are made should not be slippery. Options are considered safe when you can completely put the foot on the step.
Use in the interior
The multifunctional attic design can be fitted into any interior. But it has maximum advantages in small rooms. If the area of the bedroom is small, then under the double attic you can equip a separate room. It can be used as a study, a recreation area. Walls are recommended to be made of translucent materials, for example, plastic or polycarbonate. It is better if they are sliding or mobile, then if necessary they can be removed.
Creative people, in whose apartment there is no separate room for classes, can arrange for themselves a studio under a berth with good lighting and ventilation. Depending on hobbies, musical instruments, an easel or a computer are located inside.
If the apartment is decorated in a modern style like a studio, then the dining room and relaxation area in it are often combined. By setting a table with chairs under the bed, you can organize a cozy corner for lunch or tea, while saving valuable space. Also in the studio, under the attic, a large storage system can be placed so that in the rest of the room there is no need to install cabinets and cabinets.
Modern attic structures with a berth not only look attractive, but also feature multifunctionality, allowing you to experiment with design and decor, equipping a cozy “room in the room”.
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