One and half beds

When choosing the furniture for the bedroom, first of all you need to think about the main piece of furniture that will dominate the interior of the room - the beds. One of the most common models of this type of furniture is a single bed, which will be a comfortable bed for sleeping, not only for one person, if desired, two people will be able to sleep on it.

Choosing single beds, you should study the prices, manufacturers and brands of beds, and also pay attention to all the disadvantages and advantages of this piece of furniture.On the market, the "lorries" are the best-selling and sought-after models of beds, they fit perfectly into the interior in almost any style: from high-tech to Provence.

Moreover, due to their size, they can fit in a room without taking up a large amount of space. As a rule, one-and-a-half beds are chosen by those who like to sit comfortably and spread their arms in a dream - such postures are quite acceptable due to the width of the product. If there should be two on the bed, but at the same time the area of ​​the room does not allow to get a double bed, the “lorry” will be a wonderful way out.

The main advantages of choosing one and a half beds are:

• the ability to take various comfortable postures for sleep, the size of this contributes; it makes available the calm and deep sleep that every person needs;
• if you need a rest in the daytime or just wanted to read a book or a newspaper, the “lorry” will perfectly cope with this;
• as mentioned earlier, due to its size, the bed will perfectly fit into any room, suitable for a young married couple and decorate any interior;
• There are a huge number of models and brands of one-and-a-half beds on the market; they are able to satisfy the most demanding customer.

Designers can offer a great variety of options in the design of the bed, adjusting it to the style of the room. If preference is given to minimalism, then a one-and-a-half bed made of metal will look good when choosing an interior in the Baroque style - the “lorry” made of solid wood will perfectly decorate the room, adding to the design of sophistication.

One and half bed can be a winning option for the design of the room of a teenage child. Compact and stylish, it can be supplemented with drawers for storing linen and other things, which will significantly help to save space in the room. It is not a secret to anyone that it is at this age that the correct position of the spine is formed during sleep, the correct posture can be achieved by this particular model of the bed with the correct mattress. Very often, this type of bed can be found in hostels and hostels, they are chosen due to an affordable price and convenient parameters.

However, the beds have their drawbacks, acquiring the “lorry” with a lifting mechanism (built-in lockers for storing things and linen), you must be prepared for the fact that the mechanism may fail over time with intensive use. This problem can be solved by replacing the damaged part. When purchasing a forged single bed, you should be prepared for the fact that after a certain amount of time, the bed frame can sag.

There are different types and models of single beds available for sale: for any color, taste and wallet. These can be products with a lifting mechanism or with drawers for storing clothes, you can consider some options in more detail. Popular now are the "lorry" with a lifting or folding mechanism. They save room space and add extra storage space. Often it is purchased in a set with an orthopedic mattress, which helps in the formation of a healthy musculoskeletal system. This model is usually chosen for teenagers from 12 to 16 years old, because the back does not fall down during sleep, but is in the correct straight posture, which is achieved by the rigidity of the mattress. Also a very important point when choosing a bed with a lifting mechanism will be the type of this mechanism.

In general, there are three types of devices:

1. The bed will turn hinged using only physical strength of a person, there is no separate device as such.
2. Spring mechanism, allowing to raise and throw away a bed with the help of a special device, here you will have to put a little more effort than with a bed from option one, but only at the very beginning.
3. Mechanism with gas shock absorbers. It will appeal to most people, since it practically does not require large loads, but it also costs more than all other types, respectively.

If it is necessary to fit a half-sleeping bed in a room with small dimensions, then a bed with drawers will be a good option. The design of such a bed provides two possible options - a frame with niches fixed inside, with guides, along which drawers slide, which allows them to open on both sides of the bed, as well as a bed with niches for linen.

Considering the types of one-and-a-half-beds, then you should rely on the structure of the bed: its frame is located on the legs, attached to it is the frame and headboard of the bed, interconnected by side boards or other fastenings. In turn, headboards also come in various types, among which there are three main ones:

• Attached headboard - is an independent part of the bed, so if you remove it, you can continue to use the "lorry", its properties do not deteriorate.
• Stationary headboard - part of the design that performs the function of supporting the bed frame.
• Hinged headboard - represents, rather, a decorative element. It can be made of various materials, including textiles, a soft headboard will be a godsend for the bedroom of a teenage child.

One of the most popular types of headboards can be called equally suspended and stationary, since they constitute a solid element and remarkably fit into the interior of the room. They can easily be placed even in the center of the room, since all the details are connected to each other.But with the model “lorry” with the added headboard such freedom of choice no longer appears, they are attached directly to the wall and decorated, as a rule, with textile upholstery with decorative elements.

This backrest will fit perfectly into the interior of a nursery for girls or boys, with the right choice of textiles and colors. An interesting find will be a one-and-a-half bed with a side back, which will add a bit of modern style to the design of the space. It is possible to supplement the one-and-a-half-bed with the help of hotel-type bedside tables located on the sides or it is possible to completely eliminate the backrest.

The first thing when choosing a single bed should pay attention to the manufacturer of this piece of furniture. Now there are many international brands, for example, one of the most famous brands - Ikea Companies produce beds to their own standards. Different manufacturers may differ. It all depends on the adopted in the country system of measures of calculation - metric (centimeters and meters understandable to us) or English (in pounds and inches).

There are standard bed sizes that you should pay attention to before buying. In addition to the width and length, the height of the frame, as well as the front and rear panels are also included there, but the latter are not always provided for by the bed structure. For European manufacturers, the standard sizes are: width from 140 to 160 cm, length 200-210 cm, and height - about 50 cm when taking into account the mattress.

If we are talking about measurements of one and half beds in feet and inches, then, accordingly, the standards will be different. In the UK and the USA, even their own names for each type of one-and-a-half beds are accepted. A small double bed will be 190 cm in length and 122 cm in width; Double will be the same length, however, already in width - 137.2 cm. The King and a half-sleeping bed will correspond to its name: it is 150 cm wide, and about 200 cm long.

If we talk about the high-rise bed, then strict regulation in this regard is not provided. As a rule, it is directly related to the selected model. An interesting fact is that the sample by the height of the models in the manufacturers' catalogs is presented for hotel rooms.There are also photos of various models. Domestic manufacturers also produce single-and-a-half beds, they are usually about 200 cm long, 140 cm wide. It is possible to order a bed according to an individual design: the back of the bed can be both high and low, the width and length also varies according to the calculations.

One of the main factors that influence the choice of a queen-size bed is the material from which it is made. The appearance of a piece of furniture is not as important as the elements from which it was made. There are different types of material suitable for making beds: they are can be wooden, iron, made of laminated chipboard or MDF, with various inserts in the form of glass or plastic.

If the choice is on an iron bed, you should make sure that it is covered with anti-corrosion lacquer or paint. The advantages of furniture made from this material are that they are very easy to clean, that is, they wash quite easily. The most reliable and stable beds will be made of solid wood.The most common varieties used for manufacturing can be considered oak, birch or ash. When choosing a bed made of wood, it should be remembered that many manufacturers perform an orthopedic foundation, to which it is quite easy to choose an orthopedic mattress.

Beds made from LDSP or MDF, able to secrete formaldehyde, which is used in the course of their production, which can adversely affect the health of the owner. Of course, you shouldn’t completely exclude this type of material, there are also models that are made quite qualitatively, however, this must be supported by a certificate that is directly accessible from the seller.

How good the material would be, it is also very important to make sure of the quality of the assembly of the single-half bed. It should not stagger, the frame should be firmly bolted to the rest of the details. Also, glue drips or badly screwed screws and nuts are not allowed. All this can lead to the fragility of furniture and waste of money.

Currently, the market offers a great many variations on the theme of one and half beds, suitable for almost any style and interior. In accordance with the design decisions can be presented beds. in high-tech style, minimalism, Provence, modern or classic.

If we talk about high-tech style or minimalism, then one-and-a-half beds, suitable for these interiors, will be made of iron or, more rarely, wood with splashes of glass, leather or plastic. Such beds, as a rule, are carried out without hinged headboards. For such an interior is also characterized by "half" with a hanging mechanism, they will save space and perfectly hide clothes and linens.

Also, the design of the room is influenced by the shape of the bed, often apart from the standard rectangular one choosing a square or round bed, they, in turn, set the style of the room. Recently, the popularity of newly begun to gain beds with monograms or decorated with a canopy. Perhaps a four-poster bed is not the most practical option, however, this interior solution has its advantages. If the nursery is being prepared for girls, the canopy will help create the illusion of privacy, or it will give the room the appearance of a princess’s bedroom in the castle.But often such a decision in the design of the space causes rather troubles - the canopy is the source of dust accumulation.

When choosing the style of Provence or variations on the theme of the classics, the bed is often decorated with various textile details: a soft back, a bedspread with ruffles or ruffles, as well as various patterns are applied directly to the side panels of the bed. Typically, these styles are characterized by pastel colors, light paint and upholstery, contributing to rest and relaxed sleep. For the Baroque style, which can be called a kind of classic branch, characterized by wooden beds and a half with a gilded headboard.

In general, the bed can be called a kind of frame for a mattress, they should be ideally suited to each other if their future owner wants to get enough sleep and have a good rest.Since the European and US-English models do not match in size, you should choose a mattress and a "loft" at the same time. To choose a good mattress is often not difficult, you need to measure the width and length of the bed frame. As a rule, all the necessary information is already indicated by the manufacturer on the certificates or instructions for the products. Thus, you can immediately see which mattresses perfectly fit to the selected bed.

One of the most important dimensions of a mattress is its height. When choosing the right product, it should be remembered that it should be about 15-20 cm higher than the side panels of the bed. Currently, there are a variety of different mattresses on the market, however, there are also standard sizes: 140 x 190 or 160 x 200 cm. After all the necessary measurements have been made, you can begin to choose the manufacturer and the specific model of the mattress.

In a general sense, there is a division of mattresses into two types: spring and springless. The first type, in turn, is subdivided into additional categories: “bonel” and “Pocket Spring”. Choosing the first spring block, you can immediately focus on a relatively low price, besides its design allows you to position the body mass evenly over the entire surface.But at the same time, there is an impact only on the springs that are in direct contact with the sleeper. The second option is suitable for those who are important orthopedic properties of the mattress. It will also distribute the weight over the entire surface, however, each spring in this block will be independent, packed separately. A distinctive feature can be called the fact that such a mattress will be durable and durable.

If the choice of the future owner fell on mattresses without springs, then it is worth thinking about the options for filling them:

• Linen - the most common natural filler, contributes to protection against dust mites and has excellent thermal conductivity.
• Latex - material, which is a modified rubber, hypoallergenic material, it has a porous structure.
• Foam rubber - synthetic material, but at the same time it also has hypoallergenic properties, keeps its shape well and remains elastic for a long time.

When choosing accessories for the bedroom, you should think about the general view of the room, how they will fit into a single style of space design. Therefore, choosing a blanket or blanket, it should be understood that the bed will play the role of a dominant indoors, so you should approach this issue very carefully. You can take the color scheme of the room as a reference point and start from it, make it all the same or choose some color as an accent.

In the design of the bedroom is important harmony, so accessories should not be beaten out. If the room is decorated in a rustic style or in the style of Provence, then the blanket with pillows should be selected from the appropriate material. Products made of artificial or natural fur, a hand-knotted blanket or patchwork quilt, sometimes a blanket with frills will suit. If the room is decorated in a classic style, then satin or satin can be an excellent material for bedspreads, they can be plain or with unobtrusive patterns. When choosing ethnic or oriental style, you can decorate a half-sleeping bed with a blanket with thematic patterns, rich blue colors will do.

When choosing a bedspread, remember a few basic points to rely on. Regardless of the chosen style:

• The bedcover should be large enough to drape the entire bedding and bed frame.
• The colors and textiles of the blanket or bedspread must match the other fabric elements in the room, such as curtains. Often they are ordered specifically the same, so as not to disturb the harmony of the style of the room.
• It is very important to be reserved with patterns and prints in the decoration of the room; they should not be on every textile accessory, it is impossible to overdo it with this element of decor.
• It is important to take into account the quality of the bedspread or rug; they must be hypoallergenic and made from natural materials.

The most sought-after companies are:

• The undisputed leader in the manufacture of one and a half beds from foreign companies is a Swedish manufacturer Ikea They fill almost the entire market segment due to the fact that they have a large number of stores in many countries around the world.It is also important to note that they produce fairly high quality single beds, and the price may vary, which allows future owners to choose the right bed for them.
• You can pay attention to other suppliers and manufacturers of one and a half beds: Danona - suppliers from Italy or Isku - Finnish furniture company. In the domestic market, these companies are represented by official distributors; in terms of the cost of products, they are in the middle price segment.

• Russian manufacturers on the background of foreign lose in numbers. As a rule, they are represented by small workshops. One and a half beds are made by WEF, Alliance 21st Century, Ascona and Feodor Fokin's Beds. The company VEF mainly produces beds only of wood and their price is correspondingly higher than those of other suppliers.
• Beds by Fedor Fokin will also have a price higher than similar models from Ikea, which is associated with a rather small production, unlike the Swedish giant. Many of the domestic manufacturers also offer to purchase a mattress complete with a bed.

Creating the design of the bedroom, you need to consider that the bed in it will play a major role. Selecting styles, it should be remembered that there are several basic styles that will help determine the design of the room. Beautiful interior solutions can be presented interspersed with bright color accents, with an overall calm range. Such a role can play a blanket or interesting patterns on the pillows.

You can also stick to a single concept when choosing an interior for teenagers, be it a pirate schooner or a princess castle. At such moments, the main thing is not to add a huge amount of detail, then the whole room will look harmonious and cozy.

Further watch the review of one-and-a-half bed with a removable cover.