Children's bed with sides for children from 3 years

Design, convenience, reliability and environmental friendliness are usually the most important criteria when choosing a bed for the baby. Often parents forget about safety, but buying a model with sides protects the baby 3 years from falling. From which material it is better to choose the bed and the sides themselves, which at the same time take into account - we'll talk about this in our article.

Advantages of having sides of the bed for a child of three years:

• do not allow the child to fall in a dream;
• keep bed linen, as a result of which it does not slide off;
• favorite toys and other objects for falling asleep do not fall during sleep.
• sometimes serve as a spectacular design element;
• serve as additional protection against drafts.

Minuses:

• Bumpers for cots from fabric will collect dust. But since they are removable, to solve such a problem is quite easy: you just need to wash them more often.
• Wooden sides hard, so the child needs to carefully move around the bed so as not to hit.

Even adult children do not always control themselves during sleep, moving on the bed, so the bumpers will not be superfluous. It is important to take into account the age, because soft sides may be suitable for children under three years old, but for older children it is better to choose a wooden version.

Classic cots are among the most popular. In the modern version they can be multifunctional and practical. They are designed for many years of use. They have an adjustable bottom, for the convenience of movement they are equipped with wheels.

Bed bumpers for babies are also called bumpers or “security”, because they protect the baby from falling.

Often they are soft fabric products with filling. In this case, they are mounted around the perimeter of the crib, cover the handrails and railings of the structure. When moving during sleep, the bumpers will not allow the baby to hit. This element also protects the baby from the wind.

• Soft sides. They are attached to the bed with Velcro or decorative buttons. After fixing, pay attention to how securely they hold. Soft sidewalls are sometimes equipped with additional pockets in which you can fold favorite toys. Such skirtings are used up to a maximum of 3-4 years old, other options will suit more adult children.

• Removable cushions for cots or toys in the form of a side will help to create coziness in the room and serve as a developing element.

• Hanging organizer for cots. If it is filled with soft things and hung at a solid side, the organizer will protect the baby from impacts.

Models for children from 2-3 years old have standard sizes: 140x70 and 150x80 centimeters. If you are aiming to use a crib and at a later age, a single bed will do — its size is about 100x190 cm.

When choosing children it is important to pay attention to the material from which the product is created. Metal structures are more durable, but less convenient.If you want to buy a wooden bed, you should give preference only to solid tree species: oak, maple, beech, pine.

The following materials are used for the production of beds:

• natural wood;
• Chipboard;
• metal;
• plastic;
• MDF.

The tree with its natural origin and increased wear resistance is ideal for the production of children's furniture, so products made from this material are presented in a wide range.

If you want to buy a good crib at a reasonable price, you need to look for models of softwood. It should be noted that this type of wood is soft, so dents and scratches (for example, from children's toys) may appear on the surface of the product.

If the surface of the bed is lacquered, it is necessary to clarify which composition was selected. The advantage is better to give a water-based paint.

Chipboard in the manufacture of beds is not a very suitable material, as it often releases toxins. However, in the economy class, it is represented quite widely. You need to make sure that the bed is made of EF EF material. Structural components of the bed must be additionally "sealed" (coated with varnish and treated along the edge of the film material or plastic).

Plastic cots are lightweight, but not very stable, so most of them produce models for young children. Products of this type must have a certificate that guarantees their complete safety.

The quality of the bed depends on the mattress. If the child has problems with the spine, first of all it is recommended to pay attention to orthopedic models. In addition, pay attention to the strength and durability of the product, because in a short time the mattress can turn into a place for fun games or a trampoline.

The optimum thickness is six centimeters. Ecological fillers are coconut chips with latex.

Sleeping places for babies from one to three years are best to choose in bright natural shades of milky-white, beige, vanilla, light gray, gray-green colors.

Soothing shades - blue, green, pink, turquoise, purple, brown can be used in the bedroom in large quantities. In addition, these shades are good to use in rooms hyperactive children. Blue, purple, black in small quantities will help to calm and balance the psyche.

There are several factors to consider:

1. Material. It is better if it is pine, beech or birch.
2. The size. The length should be more than the height of the baby by 20 cm. Baby cots are designed for children from two to five years old and are perfect for a three-year-old. They have standard sizes: 140 by 70 cm and 150 by 80 cm.
3. Age. It is very important to take it into account: it depends on the model of the bed, its colors and a set of functions that may be necessary.
4. It is not necessary to buy a baby bed for growth. It is better to periodically change the furniture for the bedroom.

Stationary or mobile (on wheels) structures equipped with one or two drawers. You will be able to effectively use the space under the bed, easy to store bedding.

Furniture element that combines the functions of a changing dresser and crib for a child. In some cases, the design involves the presence of open shelves.

There are and model transformersthat allow you to "grow" the bed with the child.

Bed for children under 3 years old should be not only comfortable, but also mobile. If necessary, it can be equipped with a canopy.

Such soft beds are shaped like standard single products with a protective bumper. Children under 5 years of age often turn over in their sleep, it is important to prevent them from falling. The protective bumper can be installed on one or both sides depending on the location of the bed. If the child’s bed is against the wall, one side is enough; two are necessary when placed in the middle of the room.

This type is suitable for children whose age is from 0 to 5 years. Such a product easily turns into a bed with a table.

This beautiful modern bed of unusual forms in the form of a car, ship, castle, any animal. Protective bumpers are usually already provided by the manufacturer. Such models are suitable for children aged 3 to 5 years. It is important that the bumpers are securely fastened and the child cannot lift or dislodge them.

In case you want to purchase an option for a long time, more practical options will do - in them the child will be able to sleep until teenage age and even further. At school age, the child is already beginning to show independence, an individual approach is also required for a furnished room.

In this case, an unusual crib with maximum functionality fits perfectly to both a 3-year-old child and to a teenager.

Today, the shops feature products of different colors, with a wide choice of headboard. You can choose a model in the style of "unisex" or a product with colors specifically for girls or for boys.

This is a great option for those who need to equip both working and sleeping place for a child. This is the best option for a small room. The bed itself in this case is located on the second floor (because of its location is called the "attic"), and below there may be storage shelves (open and closed), a computer desk, cupboard etc.

If you want to install a bed in one small room, then the following options are most often used:

1. Bunk - are two full beds, one above the other. They are durable and practical. The upper bed can be reached using the stairs or the boxes included in the package.
2. Add-ons. These are beds with bumpers on high legs, under which you can install a second bed. Some manufacturers offer to purchase a kit for two children at once, or any part separately. The shops feature a variety of styles (classic, minimalist), colors, shapes. The most unusual beds are made in a non-standard form - kids will like buses, locks.

Beds for children with bumpers are sold in specialized shopping centers, from well-known manufacturers, in online stores. The cost of the product depends on the material, brand and model: approximate prices for a classic bed - from 3000 to 12000 rubles, sliding bed - 7000-17000 rubles, bunk beds - 8000-30000 rubles.

A bed in the shape of a carriage or a model with drawers for storing various small items. For a boy of three years, you can choose a product with sides in the form of a typewriter. The bed attic with sides will be suitable for the fan to fly in a dream. The ideal option for a child is a bed with removable sides.