Svart loft bed from Ikea: - 15 photos in the interior

A convenient and practical solution for a small apartment - a loft bed.
We present to your attention an interesting, modern solution. The design of the bed consists of two tiers: the upper one contains a sleeping place, and the lower one remains free. Below you can place a work area, a personal space for relaxation, or install a second bed.

Placing furniture consisting of a loft bed, a wardrobe and a desk in a children's room for a girl

Furniture stores offer different models of beds of this type, and in this article we will talk in more detail about loft beds using the example of Ikea.

Original green loft bed in the interior of the room

Model TUFFING

Metal loft bed Tuffing from Ikea with a ladder in the middle

This Ikea loft bed is made of steel. The dimensions are standard and will suit any room. A special feature of the model is that the stairs are placed in the middle, which makes it easier to go up and down. The sides are made of steel frame and 100% polyester.

Tuffing bed with built-in workplace below in the interior of the room

How to do it yourself?

In reality, a loft bed frame is not yet enough to equip an area for a child or an adult. Taking a loft bed without filling, you can equip it with your own hands.

So, the lower space can be supplemented with a cute sofa for cozy gatherings. If we are talking about a student, it would be useful to introduce a desk into a niche. When you have a second child, it is recommended to purchase roll-out beds that fit perfectly into the free space.

The attic should also be equipped here. For example, for kids, the best option would be to make or buy soft sides, because steel does not retain heat. A canopy dome made of polyester would also be a good option.

You should also pay close attention to the stairs. It is recommended to cover its base with anti-slip thin coatings, which can be found in the widest range of Ikea. The ribbed surface will help protect yourself and your children from careless descents at night or early in the morning.

SWERTA model

Swart bed with ladder, suitable for sleeping not only for children, but also for adults

Another metal loft bed. Here you can climb from the right or left edge, depending on where you want to secure the ladder. You can choose the color of the product - there is a white option. The sides are high bars; they will prevent the sleeping person from falling out of the bed. The height of the mattress should not exceed 10 cm. The model is higher than the previous one, so it is more suitable for teenagers and adults.

White Svart bed with a sofa for relaxing below and a bed for sleeping above in the interior of a children's room

Basic rules for choosing attic beds

In the process of choosing furniture, you should study the characteristics of the frame and the materials from which it is made. Additionally, you will have to take into account the parameters of the sleeping place and safety requirements.

Frame - types of structures and materials

The frame of the loft bed is assembled from durable solid ash, oak or beech. These hardwoods are valued for their durability, reliability and environmental friendliness. It is recommended to use wood composites only for cabinet structural elements (cabinet, table, shelves, bedside tables), additionally decorating the facades with plastic, film or hypoallergenic paints and varnishes.

For thrifty buyers, a combined frame is suitable, the individual elements of which are made of solid wood, MDF or chipboard of class E1 and higher. For teenagers, designs with metal components are suitable. It is recommended to avoid plastic. This material is extremely fragile, although it is easy to use.

There are two frame designs that differ in size and configuration method. Low beds are designed for preschool children, while standard furniture is suitable for schoolchildren and teenagers.

Low models

Low beds are more stable. The compact design is suitable for arranging a preschooler's room. The height of such furniture does not exceed 130 cm, and the bed rises above the floor by about 100 cm. Due to the design features, only a miniature chest of drawers or a small play area can be placed on the lower floor.

Standard (high)

Standard loft beds are full-fledged play attractions. The dimensions of this furniture allow you to place sofas, sports and work areas on the lower tier. The height of the structure exceeds 160 cm, and the length is 200-250 cm, depending on the configuration.

Sleeping places - types of bases and sizes

Studying the requirements for arranging a sleeping space will help you choose a loft bed for a boy wisely. For example, bed bases are either solid or slatted. Since the child’s spine is at the stage of active formation, it is recommended that the baby sleep on a bed with an orthopedic effect. Thus, a solid base will have to be abandoned.

Length and width of bed for children:

• Preschool age does not exceed 140x60 cm.
• School age is 180x80 cm.
• During adolescence it can exceed 200x90 cm.

The size of a comfortable sleeping place is determined taking into account the height and weight of the child. Teenagers can also sleep in regular single beds designed for adults.

Sides and stairs - what are they, which are better

A structure that includes securely fastened fences and ladders is considered safe. Protective sides about 20-30 cm high above the surface of the mattress and 60-80 cm wide reduce the risk of injury.

The ladder is installed at an angle, ensuring safe movement between tiers of the bed. It is recommended to abandon the attached or suspended model in favor of steps attached to the frame. During the day they are used as small shelves for storing children's things. During operation, the ladder should not move or creak. Additionally, it is recommended to equip the steps with an anti-slip coating.

For the manufacture of sides and steps, solid wood or reinforced composite materials are used. Upholstery of fences made of soft fabric significantly increases the level of safety. The child will not be injured even if he accidentally hits the fence.

Mattresses - what they are, rules of choice

Removable mattresses come with many beds. Models with incomplete configurations are cheaper, but parents will still have to buy a mattress. For children, it is recommended to use orthopedic products with an increased level of rigidity. Mattresses filled with natural latex and coke coir are suitable. You should wait a bit when using spring blocks. Mattresses with independent springs and average hardness are suitable for teenagers.

Model STURO

Frame of a large wooden loft bed from Sturo, suitable for two adults

The Sturo loft bed is made of durable and environmentally friendly material – pine wood. The ladder can be installed both on the right and on the left. This model is an order of magnitude higher than others, so the ceiling height must be at least 270 cm. The permitted mattress height is 19 cm, but no more. When cleaning, it is worth remembering that wood is susceptible to swelling, so first wipe the bed with a damp cloth, and then remove the remaining moisture with a dry cloth.

Bedroom in a loft style using a Sturo double loft bed and an equipped seating area

pros

Beautiful and functional loft bed built into a closet with a sofa underneath

In an apartment where there is very little free space, a loft bed is a real salvation - two zones are combined in one space. The lower “tier” can serve:

• workplace - a special tabletop can be bought at Ikea, or any other table can be installed;

Teenage loft bed with desk and chest of drawers located below

• a relaxation corner - a soft sofa or chair, a bookcase and a lamp will help create a cozy island of peace and tranquility under the bed;

Unusual adult loft bed with sitting area for a stylish loft bedroom

• play area - if the loft bed is in the children's room, then the niche can be provided with light and put there, for example, a toy kitchen or just a box with toys;

Loft bed with play area below and climbing wall on the side of the structure

• wardrobe - below you can place cabinets, shelves and racks for storing clothes and other things;

Unusual furniture with a sitting area and built-in bookcases and a wardrobe below and a bed by the window on the second tier

• sleeping place - the second bed can be placed on the floor under the main sleeping place.

Original loft bed with extra sleeping area below and built-in storage

These are just some options for using space; all details and other methods depend on your own desires and imagination.

Great bedroom for a teenager with a wooden loft bed, desk and bookshelves

Another advantage of the Ikea loft bed is its simplicity of design. The models will fit into any interior without difficulty, and they can always be diversified with decorative elements - painting, ribbons, garlands, stickers.

Original metal loft bed for a small room

Color and design

The design of the complex varies. Furniture looks elegant if its elements are painted in different colors. Your child will definitely like this style. A boy can sleep in an attic of these colors:

• black;
• white;
• blue;
• blue;
• gray;
• yellow;
• green;
• silver;
• metal.

A variety of loft beds for children from 3 years old, their advantages
Appliques and ornaments are used to decorate the set. Self-adhesive polymer film of various tones and patterns is also used. It not only decorates the furniture, but also protects it from moisture, cracking, and scratching.

A children's bed for very small bedroom inhabitants is made in the form of:

• tree house;
• medieval castle;
• forest tent;
• hut;
• racing car;
• airplane;
• space or sea ship.

Types and sizes of loft beds with a sofa, their advantages

In such a cozy complex, the boy plays with pleasure and then calmly falls asleep. Additionally, the set is equipped with attractions: a slide, swings and other structures.

Minuses

A bed located in a place invisible to prying eyes under the ceiling in a small apartment

A loft bed is fashionable, interesting and very comfortable, but not safe. A very important disadvantage of such a bed is the risk of falling. It is highly not recommended to purchase such a bed:

• those suffering from sleepwalking;
• sleeping restlessly and tossing and turning a lot;
• elderly people;
• children under 6 years old.

To avoid annoying incidents, you must:

• provide good lighting near the bed, which could be turned on both from below and from above;
• follow recommendations for mattress and ceiling heights;
• eliminate the possibility of getting tangled in wires, bedding and decorative elements, that is, free up staircase space.

If all safety requirements are met, then there is no need to worry - a couple of weeks and you will get used to using the loft bed.

A convenient solution for saving space - a single loft bed for a child and a double bed for parents below

Interior placement ideas

A variety of design solutions makes it possible to fit the design into almost any interior. Sleeping on a loft bed is always much more interesting than sleeping on a regular model. Beds of this type provide the opportunity to use space twice. In the case where the bed on the first tier is used only as a guest bed, adding just a few decorative pillows will turn the crib into a comfortable sofa. At the same time, there is a lot of space under the attic bed and can be used for any purpose.

Loft beds are great. They turn a good night's sleep into a little vacation. All you have to do is climb the stairs, leave all the worries of everyday life behind and settle comfortably into your own personal dreamland. Our loft beds are also practical. They save free space, because below you can put a desk, a shelving unit, or even set up a seating area.

How to choose a loft bed?

Beautiful and comfortable furniture for a small children's room

The Ikea store is unique in that the retail pavilions copy the layout and interior of the apartments, so a trip to Ikea will solve most problems when choosing a bed. You can climb to the “second floor”, touch and study all the details in the models, and then make your choice.

Convenient arrangement of furniture for a one-room apartment combining a small crib and a loft bed for children

If you don’t have the opportunity to actually walk around Ikea, you can go on an online journey through the store’s catalog on the Internet.

Reliable and strong Ikea metal loft bed in the interior of the room

The most important thing in any of the options is to measure the room, especially the height of the ceiling in it. In order to correctly determine the size of the bed, study the dimensions of each model.

Table "Bed parameters"

Table “Mattress parameters”

For a children's room, it is worth looking at the tuffing model. It is safer than the others: the sleeping place is low enough and you can watch the child. If necessary, you can lower the bed even lower, then making the bed will be more convenient.

Tuffing bed in the interior of a children's room for two children

Two models are optimal for teenagers and adults: Svirta and Sturo.

Svirta is an apartment option. The height between the bed and the floor is quite large - you can create a full-fledged workspace where an adult will be comfortable.

Using Swart's bed to decorate a teenage boy's room

The Sturo model is more suitable for your own home - it is wide, tall and massive. Due to the wood, this bed is heavier and therefore more stable.

Large Sturo loft bed in the living room interior

So now you know which option is right for you. All you have to do is take measurements and you can go to the store.

Happy shopping!

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