Metal beds

A person spends in the bedroom a third of his life, so a good choice of design and, of course, the central element of the room - the bed, is the most important criterion for a good mood and proper rest. The correct bed should fit into the interior as well as possible, combine comfort and reliability in itself - metal models meet all the above requirements.

The advantages and disadvantages of iron models

Like any other material, metal has its own specific set of advantages and disadvantages. Speaking about the advantages of the metal frame, first of all it is worth mentioning that the metal beds are the most durable and reliable in comparison with models of other materials. Such a bed eliminates loosening and is the most wear-resistant.In addition to durability, we can say that the metal has the ability to withstand any loads, which is why double beds with a forged frame are so popular.

Metal is a non-combustible material, which means that it is as safe as possible for use in an apartment, in addition, this material is completely hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly. An additional positive quality of these models is a huge range of design options, you can choose the right design for almost any interior design.

The main disadvantage of the iron options is that the metal is a rather cold material and can cause unpleasant feelings when it comes into contact with the skin. However, modern manufacturers use special processing of parts of the bed, which excludes cooling of the material, so today metal models do not have significant drawbacks.

Kinds

Today there are many types of metal beds.

All of them can be divided into several classifications:

  • For example, all models can be divided by class on economy models and elite. They will differ in the quality of the material by applying the coloring matter and, of course, price.
  • The shape of all models can be divided into standard - These are ordinary rectangular models of various sizes, as well as non-standard ones. This type includes such models as round, square or other unusual design solutions.
  • By the number of places the most common options: single, double, and also king size or triple.
  • In addition, beds can be divided into groups by owner. It can be a model for an adult, as well as a child. These beds will differ primarily in size and shape. Children's models, as a rule, are made with three backs or are also equipped with a fourth one for very young children.
  • There are models that will become real helpers in small rooms., they are able to provide a comfortable sleep, but do not take up much space, as they can transform into other interior items. So, the folding bed can rise towards a wall and turn into a case. The bed padded stool easily is transformed from a full-fledged bed to a small padded stool,on which you can sit, and the sofa bed is the ideal folding model, which can be transformed from a seating area into a double full bed. In addition, many models have a withdrawable system for storing linen and other things.
  • Beds may vary in mattress base material.. For example, an orthopedic model most often has bases made of wooden slats - lamellae, models with laminated chipboard, as well as with a metal armor mesh, are also encountered, however, they are less and less common. The reinforced model has a metal frame at the base, to which the base for the mattress is attached.
  • The bed model can be either a single material type or a combined one.For example, with a metal frame and a wooden headboard. In addition, the wooden backrest can have a carved structure that will allow the use of the bed in various interiors.

Styles

Due to the abundance of different options, the metal bed can fit into almost any style solution of the space. One has only to choose the right design for the back and the right accessories.

You can enter the metal bed in retro style, Provence or any other:

  • Modern styles minimalism, high-tech, loft accept the most simple models with straight slats on the back, which form a lattice. Such a bed can be made in white, black or steel colors, and in addition it is acceptable to use bright accents in the form of pillows or bedspreads.
  • Romantics of the room will help add white metal beds with patterned backs, an easy addition here will be a light canopy of light colors.
  • Exquisite ornament, rich decor, the colors of precious metals will be an excellent option for a bedroom in modern or baroque style.

Production options

Of course, there are many options for the manufacture of metal models of beds, they can be created in various ways from different materials in production, as well as at home with their own hands. There are two main ways to create a metal bed - it is forging and welding, therefore, having the skill of this work, you can create the necessary thing with your own hands.

Making a bed with your own hands is quite a laborious process, however, the result is worth all the effort.So, if it was decided to create a model with your own hands, then you need to be patient, you need the necessary tools and materials and start creating. The first step to the dream bed is to determine the size of the future bed, it will depend on the number of people who will simultaneously use the bed as intended. In this case, it is easy to create a bed of non-standard sizes, which will cost several times cheaper than the customized version in an unusual design.

Having decided on the dimensions and the approximate appearance of the product, it is necessary to draw up a design plan on paper to make it more convenient to put the idea into practice, and also to purchase all the necessary materials. It is necessary to begin the creation from the backs of the product, so it can be a purchased forged or welded structure of various shapes and designs, as well as a self-made backrest made of metal, however, this will require special equipment and anvil or welding skills.

When they are ready back the desired size and shape, you can begin to create the frame. A metal frame is created, to which a wooden or metal mattress base is attached afterwards. The backs are welded to the frame and the frame thus acquires a finished look.All welds and welds must be machined with a grinder for a cleaner look. Further, as necessary, the structure is painted.

Dimensions

Standard bed sizes include three basic dimensions - the width, length and height of the bed. So, the width of the allocated 4 main groups of size series. The width depends on the number of people using the bed, and on their build:

  • Single models. These beds are the perfect option for a small apartment, studio apartment, for one adult person or child. The width of the single models ranges from 70 to 90 cm.
  • One and a half sleeping The most convenient models for one adult. The width of such models is usually in the range from 100 to 140 cm.
  • Larger beds from 150 to 200 cm, are double models.
  • Models with increased bed width. Here, the width exceeds the mark of 200 cm and these options are called - king size beds.

As for the length of a standard bed, it can be in the range from 160 cm for teenage models to 200-220 cm for adults.Proper selection of the desired length will contribute to a special formula, in which the length of the bed will consist of the growth of the sleeper and 20-30 cm of stock. So, among the most common bed options are the following bed sizes: 800x1900 mm, 90x190, 90x200, 120x190, 120x200, 140x190, 140x200, 160x200 cm. There are also models with non-circular intermediate sizes, they fit well into non-standard designs: 1450x650, 1650x1950, 1450x1950 mm and others. The same dimensions can withstand a two-story construction, regardless of the floor, the beds have a standard size, like the usual stationary options.

The last dimension of a bed is its height. There are three main options for measuring height:

  • Low Here, the height will vary in the range from 20 to 40 cm, it should be noted that these models are not suitable for the elderly person and people with problems in the joints, as this will be too low and inconvenient option, which in the presence of certain problems can provoke their development. However, a healthy person should not be afraid of such a height, and you can safely pick up a low bed for an interior in Japanese style or minimalism.
  • Average height, the most comfortable and suitable for any person.This height is in the range from 40 to 60 cm. If you stand at the edge of the bed, the correct average height should reach just to the middle of the kneecap.
  • High. It has a height of 70 to 90 cm. It is not the most convenient option, however, it looks very advantageous, which allows you to neglect some degree of convenience for the sake of a beautiful interior.

Colors

Modern technologies today allow to apply high-quality durable coating of almost any color on forged products, be it chairs, beds, tables or any other furniture. Therefore, to find a metal bed of blue or red colors is not difficult. However, with all the abundance of color palette provided by manufacturers today, the most popular forged versions without color coating are: natural dark or steel color is the most demanded in the furniture market.

7 a photo

Also well sold options with white backs or decorative elements made in this color. White bed can add lightness, lightness and light to the interior. In addition, this color is the most suitable for design solutions in the style of Provence, country, modern. Minimalism and hi-tech also favor white in the room setting.

A fairly common black metal bed model. Forged items in this color scheme look the most advantageous, in addition, this color is universal, to him it is easy to pick up colors, companions and textile accessories.

How much does it weigh?

The weight of metal models depends on the size, number of beds on the bed, on the chosen method of creating a model. Depending on the design and additional decor may also vary the weight of the final product.

A rather heavy construction can be both a plus of a berth, and its minus. High weight, provides a strong design, and also stability. The bed will not move on the floor, as if it consisted of chipboard. And the same weight can also become a minus, the bed will be difficult to move in space, and if it is necessary to transport it to another apartment, one cannot do without special companies engaged in cargo transportation. At the same time, metal versions can withstand loads up to 300 kilograms.

The simplest forged models without special decoration can weigh from 20 to 50 kg.Double models with surround decor, additional elements, special design solutions can reach a weight of 100 kilograms or more.

Life time

The service life of any piece of furniture is determined by the frequency of use, method of cleaning the product, caring for it, humidity in the room, as well as the initial quality of the product. In this case, metal models have the longest service life of all known materials from which the production of beds is carried out. In these models there is simply nothing to break down, especially if the base under the mattress is also constructed from metal tubes. Metal options with a base of lamellas will serve somewhat less, however, with proper use and a good dense mattress, and they will please with a high service life: from 15 years without restoration and various kinds of additions.

High-quality forged model with a persistent coating of color can last for 20 and 30 years without changing its appearance. The mattress, of course, goes out of use a little earlier, however, high-quality and properly selected in size and durability models can also last about 10-15 years without replacement.

Additional elements

Such elements can give the furniture additional functionality as well as new design features. The most common additional element that can extend the functionality is a niche for laundry and storage of other things. Such niches can be stationary and located under the base of the frame; in this case, the mattress will be lifted manually, on gas lifts or springs.

In addition to stationary niches, there may also be additional draw-out drawers, which are created according to the size of the bed and are embedded under the frame. However, such options are not as relevant and convenient to use in comparison with stationary ones. As in such boxes dust can gather, and their capacity at the same time is significantly less. For baby beds, an additional functional element can be additional backs on the sides of the bed, which will restrict the child in a dream and save him from falling, such elements can also be permanently fixed and be part of the overall design, or they can exist separately and be fixed if necessary.

As an additional element that performs an aesthetic function, you can note the special attachment for the canopy and the actual fabric part of this design. Light waving materials, of which such curtains are most often created, add lightness, airiness, and romance to the interior. That is why it is this element that is most often used in the design of a child’s room in the style of a princess, because of the beautiful fairy tales about princesses most know about such an adaptation as a canopy.

Manufacturers

Today, most manufacturers of furniture for sleep has in its collections metal models of various colors, sizes and designs.

As for Russian manufacturers, among companies focused on wide demand, there are very few of those who are concentrated in the production of metal models. In the collections there are, as a rule, 1-2 combined options, which does not allow us to speak of the giants of production as producers of metal beds. But the individual manufactories engaged specifically in forging and boiling models are fairly well developed, have an extensive client base,As a rule, they are engaged in individual orders and are able to guarantee the excellent quality of their goods.

Among such manufactories - the company Woodman, is the production of elite unique models. The cost of models starts from 120 thousand, which is not cheap, however, the consumer receives a completely unique product of the required size, color and texture. The factory takes Italian bed models as a basis, introduces its own vision into them and conveys it to the buyer through its product. The warranty from the manufacturer is 10 years, which allows to judge the decent quality of the product.

But in the economy class, MilSon is quite popular. The average price for a quality metal bed here is about 12-13 thousand rubles. For this price, of course, it will not be possible to take an exclusive model, but the company can guarantee a comfortable and durable place to sleep.

Many European manufacturers are ready to offer their goods to the consumer, for example, the Feretti & Feretti manufactory from Italy or the German company Geha.

Highly popular models of production of Malaysia. First of all, this is due to the low price of the finished product and uncompromising quality at this cost.

In the end, choosing the option of the means and with a suitable design, it remains only to choose the right mattress and enjoy the beauty and convenience of the selected product.

How to choose furniture?

The choice must be taken with all the responsibility, because such a purchase usually involves long-term use:

  • The first thing you need to pay attention to is, of course, the size of the bed.. For a child, sizes may be specially reduced. For the smallest, the length can be 90-100 centimeters, for older children the length can reach 160 centimeters, for teenagers and adults the bed with a length of 190-200 centimeters will be the most correct size. In any case, in the choice of this parameter will help the formula: the height of a person + 30 cm = the ideal length of a berth.
  • As for the width, there is no definite formulaHowever, this parameter can be easily determined empirically. To do this, you need to lie down on a bed, turn to the side and bend your knees. If at the same time the legs remained on the bed, the knees did not protrude beyond the edge, then this width is correct and as suitable as possible.If you select the most popular options, then among the single beds this width is 90 cm, for dvuzhalok the most popular option, which is suitable for most people and fits into the dimensions of standard Russian rooms, is 160 cm.
  • Another important criterion for a successful purchase is the correct choice of mattress.but. That he will create the most convenient and comfortable place to sleep. It will help to get rid of lack of sleep and back problems caused by sedentary work and sleep inconvenience. The mattress must be expensive, it is absolutely impossible to save on this component. You need to choose a mattress with hypoallergenic filler, especially for the children's room.

Stiffness will depend on the filler, so it is worth choosing, focusing on your feelings.

So, the mattress with coconut fiber will be as rigid as possible, and latex and hollofiber in the composition, on the contrary, will soften it. The mattress cover should contain a maximum percentage of cotton in its composition, so that the laundry will not slip, the air will easily pass through the material, and the dust will not linger in it.In addition, you can choose a special mattress to protect the mattress cover: mattress covers with different prints, often different for girls and boys, are provided for children's options.

Bed frame can also be a selection criterion. The most convenient and durable are the options where the base consists of wooden lamellae, which must be located at an equal distance from each other. Another convenient and most durable option is the base of the metal tubes soldered to the frame of the frame, such a base is most often used in metal models.

Of course, it is important when choosing to pay attention to the design of the bed. To match it with the overall design of the bedroom, they must complement each other. Properly chosen color, shape, decor will help not only to provide a comfortable bed, but also to support the chosen line of interior design of the room.

Beautiful bedroom interior designs

Beautiful bedroom design is made up of many elements. They must be properly selected in color, shape, style, then together a beautiful interior will be created,meets the needs and preferences of the owners.

You can see more varieties of metal beds in the next video.

Comments
 Author
Information provided for reference purposes. For construction issues, always consult a specialist.

Entrance hall

Living room

Bedroom