Single beds with lifting mechanism

Lifting mechanisms in upholstered furniture are very common today. Such designs are comfortable and functional. They are present in single beds, chairs, beds, sofas and other similar interior items.

Features, Pros and Cons

Not only spacious double beds, but also compact single beds are equipped with lifting mechanisms. The main advantage of such models is ergonomics.

This furniture is suitable for a bedroom of any size, as it takes up little space. However, the size of such models does not affect their functionality and practicality.

Options with convenient lifting mechanisms are practical.

In the boxes for the base of such beds, you can store clothes, bedding, pillows, blankets and boxes with shoes.

In operation, folding beds are very simple.There are several types of lifting mechanisms. With more modern and high-tech designs everyone can easily cope, as they do not require a lot of effort.

Single beds with lifting gears are very strong. They are durable. If such furniture has a high-quality orthopedic base with natural wooden lamellas, then it can be used daily as a bed.

In such models there are the most spacious storage systems. If you raise the base of the bed with a mattress, then a large and free niche will open before you. In this space, you can arrange not only bedding, but also seasonal items, boxes with shoes and other similar items.

The folding bed is universal.

Today a wide range of single models is available. They have different shapes and styles. You can choose the appropriate option for any room.

Do not think that such functional furnishings will cost you too much. Modern beds with lifting mechanisms differ in reasonable prices.In addition, acquiring such a model, you do not have to additionally buy accompanying furniture (cabinets, shelves, dressers).

The disadvantages of such products are not so much. For example, no open access to storage systems is provided. To get to the laundry drawers or niches, you need to raise the base.

Kinds

Single beds are equipped with different lifting mechanisms:

  • The most inexpensive and easy to use are designs with twisted springs. The main disadvantage of such systems is the inevitable and rather rapid wear of springs. Warranty service period for beds with this mechanism does not exceed 5 years.

In the process of regular operation, the springs can pop up, stretch and make an unpleasant creaking sound. Such furniture quickly comes into disrepair. It will not be repaired, so in case of heavy wear it will be necessary to completely change the existing mechanism.

  • The high quality boasts single lifting beds with gas shock absorbers. Such models are equipped with special folding systems with elevators. To lift the base with a mattress in such beds, no extra effort is needed.

Many consumers note the silent operation of such beds. Sleeping bed in them moves smoothly and gently.

These beds are on average 10 years. When choosing such a model, it is necessary to take into account the size and weight of the berth in order to select suitable shock absorbers. Such durable and high-quality designs are adapted for lifting springless mattresses with considerable weight.

You will learn more about this type of lifting mechanisms in the following video.

  • At the furniture market there are single lifting beds with manual mechanisms. They have no additional details, so the process of opening the structure is more difficult. But such models are durable and wear resistant. Built-in mechanisms without springs are not very expensive, however, such products are not recommended to buy for children's bedrooms, as they rise hard, and the child can not cope with them.

Materials

Modern beds with lifting mechanisms are made of various materials.

  • The most durable and wear-resistant are metal options. Such beds are not subject to mechanical damage and deformation.High-quality metal bed will serve its owners for more than a dozen years and will not cause any trouble.

When purchasing such furniture, you should consider its weight. These beds weigh much more than the usual options of natural or artificial wood. They are difficult to move to new places.

Products with metal frames are recommended to put on wear-resistant floor coverings or carpets.

  • No less reliable and quality are beds with a frame made of wood. Today, many factories use such strong breeds as beech, alder, hevea and so on in the manufacture of bedroom furniture. Such models are expensive, but they have a stunning appearance and excellent performance. More affordable are beds made of pine or birch.
  • If the budget does not allow, you can purchase an inexpensive model from MDF or chipboard. Furniture assembled from such materials has an attractive appearance. There are such models, the design of which rather well imitates natural wood - with its unique pattern.

Few people know, but cheap chipboard material has toxic formaldehyde resins.They are used in the production process of this raw material. To protect yourself from the negative impact of such furniture, it is recommended to buy beds with veneer.

  • For upholstery single folding beds most often used leather (natural or artificial), as well as various types of fabrics. For example, it can be velvet velvet, plush, jacquard, velvet and so on.

Dimensions

Single beds are available in the following sizes:

  • 80 × 190 cm;
  • 80 × 200 cm;
  • 80 × 210 cm;
  • 90 × 190 cm;
  • 90 × 200 cm;
  • 90 × 210 cm

Colors

The selection of bedroom furniture should be taken very seriously. You should choose attractive and comfortable options that fit the interior in style and color:

  • The most popular are classic colors. For example, a beautiful white single bed will harmoniously fit into many furnishings. Such a model can be put in a small room, without fear for the visual clutter of space.
  • You must be more careful with the beds in black or gray. It is not recommended to put such models in rooms with a dark and gloomy finish. As a result, a depressive atmosphere may form in the room.It is better to have such products on a contrasting light background and to beat such ensembles with bright accents.
  • A stylish brown bed is suitable for many interiors. This color literally radiates warmth and home comfort, so it is ideal for a bedroom.
  • In modern settings, beds of bright and original colors will look spectacular. For example, models of green, yellow, orange or red. Such products are able to decorate the interior and breathe life into it. However, it should be borne in mind that they will not fit into the strict and classic interiors.
  • If you buy a bed for a child's room, you can choose the option of an interesting color. However, experts do not recommend to buy for such rooms too colorful and bright products, as they will excite the nervous system of the child and interfere with fast falling asleep. It is better to give preference to color beds of gentle and calm tones.

How to choose?

Choosing a bed, you need to pay attention to the following:

  • Frame The most environmentally friendly are made of wood, the most durable and durable - options made of metal, and the most inexpensive - beds made of chipboard and MDF.Choose the appropriate option, based on your budget and personal preferences.
  • Base. It is recommended to choose high-quality models with orthopedic bases having wooden lamellae.
  • Mechanism. The most reliable and durable mechanism is with gas shock absorbers. Not the best performance have beds with spring mechanisms. They quickly become useless.
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