Metal bunk beds

Beds with two tiers - a practical solution for children's rooms, country houses, small hotels, hostels. Metal bunk beds take up little space, if necessary they are easily disassembled and transported. In addition, this is an original design solution that can “revive” the bored interior.

At the heart of the construction of bunk beds are two beds located one above the other. This allows you to significantly save space, which is especially important for narrow elongated rooms. Often, models are purchased for children's rooms, boarding schools, camps, but they are also suitable for adults. Such products will be indispensable at summer houses, where many relatives and friends gather.They also purchase bunk beds for chains of small hotels, budgetary sanatoriums.

Distinctive features of metal beds with two tiers:

• Compactness. Models take up little space, which makes them suitable for placement in rooms of any size. In addition, you can order a bed of a non-standard size - for a particular room.
• Profitable price. The purchase of such furniture will take about two times less money than the purchase of two beds. For people who are limited in finance, manufacturers offer low-end models with a minimum of decor.
• Long service life. Metal beds have been in use for many years (and even decades), since they are almost impossible to break. However, the products retain aesthetic characteristics.
• Durability and wear resistance. The bed frame is resistant to external mechanical stress, it can withstand heavy loads.
• Fireproof. Such models are not afraid of fire, so they can be operated at high temperatures.
• Easy installation. Collecting beds does not require professional knowledge and the use of special tools, so even a novice can install them.
• Hygiene. The metal frame is resistant to harmful microorganisms and does not emit harmful substances into the atmosphere.

Previously, metal beds had a significant weight, but now for their manufacture use hollow tubes and small parts. In a disassembled state, such products are easy to transport, and in the finished one - to move from place to place. The bed may include additional shelves, drawers, built-in table, which makes the model more functional.

The advantages of such models are many, but they also have a number of disadvantages. Due to the technically complex metal treatment procedures, beds are available in a relatively limited number of forms. However, this is enough for the selection of suitable furniture. In addition, the base can always be supplemented with panels and elements from other materials.

The metal has good thermal conductivity, so on a sunny day it will always heat up. Predisposition to rust requires special care for the frame. It is recommended to periodically treat it with special anti-corrosion agents.

The exterior and design features of bunk beds vary from one manufacturer to another. Adult and children's models differ from each other in size, the presence of railings and protective elements. For young family members, it is also recommended to select additional fortified stairs.

Price is another basic criterion by which beds are distinguished. In the collections of brands you can find products of economy class, but you should not chase for too cheap furniture: the quality and convenience of products depends on it.

Common types of bunk beds:

• With drawers. A practical option that will save space. Drawers are placed under the first tier of the bed. They are suitable for storing bed linen, unnecessary or seasonal items. Miniature shelves welded from the sides will also be appropriate. There are books, decorative elements, photo frames, lamps.

• Iron folding into two beds. Unusual model, which is used as a two-tier, and as two separate beds. Suitable in the case when the furniture is periodically transported from a large room to a narrower one.In addition, this solution will increase the number of beds only as needed - for example, during the arrival of friends and relatives. Such models are characterized by ease of installation.

• With a ladder made of metal. Most of the models on the market of furniture products. More convenient option than a bed without stairs. For convenience, they are equipped with railings and protective elements. There are models with wide steps or made according to the type of ladder. The latter are not very convenient to use, however, they are compact and reduce the overall weight of the structure.

• With a reinforced frame.Rugged furniture. Such a frame has a thicker base and is made of the most durable metals. It is resistant to strong mechanical shock, durable. The model is suitable for people with excess weight and couples, if one of the beds is designed for two people.

• Combined. At the heart of the model design, manufacturers have connected several materials. The final version looks original, suitable for modern interiors, bedrooms in modern style.The metal frame is combined with wood, chipboard panels, plastic elements, which are used to design the sides and backdrop.

The selection of dimensions depends on the personal preferences of a particular person. Manufacturers offer beds in a standard size range. Width of products varies in the range of 70-90 cm for single models and about 140-160 cm for doubles.

The length of the bed, as a rule, is 190-205 cm, and the average height of the second tier reaches 1760 mm and depends on the height of the ceilings in the apartment. In addition, in the manufacture of products to order, these characteristics may vary depending on the wishes of the client, including when the unusual design project is realized.

Furniture factories that manufacture metal bunk beds can be divided into three groups. The best are European manufacturers using only high-quality materials and the best alloys.

Companies regularly introduce innovative technologies and strictly control the production process. Chinese products are cheap, but their service life is several times lower. It also happens that foreign brands open factories in Asia and produce furniture according to their technology.

A separate block are domestic producers and companies from the CIS countries. They can both create original products and purchase the right to use their design projects from their European colleagues. In the Russian collections one can find both expensive furniture and quite low cost products for summer houses and country houses.

Let us consider in more detail the well-known furniture brands.

Well-known manufacturer, which creates beds of different heights and dimensions, designed for children and adults. Models are equipped with flanges and railings, thanks to which it is impossible to fall from a sleeping place even consciously. However, experts recommend buying furniture from this factory only for children over 6 years old.

Known models of the brand include "Svart" and "Tromso". The first is designed for younger students and has a low cost. The staircase is angled, making it easier to climb on the second tier. The height to the bottom is about 145 cm. Another type of this model is equipped with double seats and is located below; on the first tier, you can sit, but get up there will not work.

“Tromso” has large dimensions, therefore a person located on the first floor can freely sit and assume an upright position. All products are made of steel and have a powder coated with epoxy resin, which increases resistance to wear and is characterized by high strength. To clean these models use a damp cloth and mild detergent.

Domestic brand, creating budget products for a variety of consumers. Among the company's customers are hospitals, boarding schools, children's camps, motels, and camp sites. In addition, such furniture is purchased for builders, workers and repair teams. Complete with beds you can buy blankets, pillows and mattresses. The advantages of the products are durability, reliability, ease of assembly.

Popular Malaysian brand, the collections of which are collapsible models and transformers. It focuses directly on children and creates compact beds, suitable for placement in the smallest rooms. On the second floor there are protective railings that prevent the child from falling.The company pays attention to details, so the beds have a unique design and allow you to implement unique interior projects.

Instead of the bottom, there is a metal grid on which any mattress, including orthopedic, can be placed. Another distinctive feature of the collections is that various materials are actively combined in the production of furniture. The manufacturer makes extensive use of the hevea array.

A comfortable bed is the key to a good rest during sleep, so you should be serious about buying it. The models differ from each other in size, design, construction and workmanship, so it is recommended to compare furniture from different manufacturers in the right price segment before making a purchase.

So, what is taken into account when buying a bunk bed:

• Dimensions. The size of the furniture is related to the number of people, their build and the free space available in the room.
• Material. For the manufacture of the bed, steel is taken, as well as aluminum and other types of metals, wooden and plastic panels are additionally used.The first option is more accessible, the second has the best anti-corrosion properties.
• Coating. It can be polymeric or powder. It is better to give preference to beds, the metal base of which is treated with special protective agents that prevent the occurrence of corrosion and fungus.
• Persistence of construction. The joints must be as strong as possible, otherwise the components of the bed will not hold, and it will quickly deform. Usually check how well the joints are soldered.
• Security features. The sides will not allow to fall from the upper tier, this is especially important when they purchase furniture for children and teenagers.
• Design. The appearance of the beds depends on the availability of decorative elements and the characteristics of their combination. There are both minimalistic models and futuristic ones decorated with many details. In addition, the aesthetic characteristics are directly connected with the bedroom interior.

When buying, take into account the complete set of the model, the presence of additional built-in elements. Mostly they are present in wooden beds, but small shelves can also be welded to metal.If space permits, a small table is placed on the side; if necessary, a backlight and night-lights are placed on each of the tiers.

To extend the life of the beds, they should be looked after. Dust and dirt will inevitably accumulate on the frame, therefore metal parts must be regularly cleaned with a soft cloth. It is recommended to carry out wet cleaning once a month using Sanita, Comet, Adrilan, Cillit cleaning products. They are used for both prevention and removal of rust that has already appeared. Aluminum parts are cleaned with soap and a soft sponge.

If the furniture is made of metals without anti-corrosion coating, it should not be installed in rooms with high humidity. In addition, from time to time parts cover protective solutions. Polishing can get rid of minor scratches and other external defects. Rusted elements are cleaned, primed and re-painted or varnished.

When thinking about bunk beds, there are often associations with uniform models, which are based on a thin metal frame.Such furniture is often bought for hostels and low-cost hostels, guided by a limited budget. However, this is far from the limit of the manufacturers' design ideas. Having unusual shapes and colors of the bed will change the bedroom, give it freshness and novelty.

For an interior in which there are features of a classic style, a model decorated with wrought ornaments and bars on the sides will suit. The dark frame is combined with light bed linen, pastel walls and wooden flooring.

The thickened base is completed with metal balls; a ladder with thin rods is welded on the side. Thanks to the combination of massive and lightweight components, it is possible to combine modern and traditional styles.

An interesting model, made in pink, cherry or lilac color, is suitable for women's rooms, in the design of which a certain theme prevails. Decorations and other furnishings are selected in similar colors, bedspreads and pillows of the indicated colors are placed on the bed itself.

You can use velvet, corduroy and other expensive fabrics.that give the interior a luxury.As the elements of decor on the sides of the bed are placed abstract patterns, floral motifs.

Complementing the metal frame with wooden panels, you can get an unusual bed in a futuristic style. Motley shades, strict forms, lack of decor - all this transforms the model. Pillows in contrasting tones are placed on the bed, holes are made in the sides, both strictly adjusted and asymmetrical. Above the upper tier will be appropriate lamps, shelves. If you plan to leave the focus on the bed, for the decoration of the room take lighter shades.

For information on how to build a metal bunk bed, see the following video.