One of the most important elements of the situation in the child’s room is a children's transformer bed. Before acquiring, parents should ask what it is made of, how strong the mechanism is, and durable hardware. To be guided exclusively by the attractiveness of appearance in the selection of such an important piece of furniture is very frivolous.

How to choose the right crib for a newborn

A huge assortment of furniture is provided for newborns, in which you can easily get lost. The crib should be as comfortable and safe as possible.

Some features and requirements for the design and manufacturing material should be taken into account:

  • Many cribs have wheels instead of legs, which makes it easy to move the structure around the house. But with uneven floors, you should choose a model with wheel locks.
  • The bottom of the crib is better to choose a rack - it allows the air to circulate well. Height can be adjusted as the child grows up.
  • The sides should not contain sharp and strong ribs, the optimal distance between which is about 6 - 7 cm. The walls on the sides are removed.
  • It is important that the material for the manufacture of the crib be natural wood, for example, from a strong and durable beech.
  • It is worth paying special attention to the mattress, if it is present in the kit. It should have a moderate rigid structure.

It is necessary to require a certificate from the seller confirming the complete safety of the product.

Toddlers, in order to learn about the environment, often lick and gnaw the details of a berth.A poor quality crib coated with toxic varnishes and impregnation endangers children's health.

Main parameters and types of transforming beds

To make the right choice, you should find out what a transforming bed can be for children of different age categories.

Up to three years

For children from birth to the age of three, experts recommend purchasing compact, comfortable cots that are not overloaded with decorative elements and colorful drawings.

You can choose from several common models:

  • Cradle. A bed with a pendulum swing mechanism that is firmly fixed. This option is practical to use, with it the child falls asleep faster. In this model, the position can be fixed, which allows you to use the cradle and stationary. There are 2 types of crib-cradle: with automatic and mechanical devices. Swings occur smoothly, without squeaks, with the maximum allowable amplitude.
  • An oval or round transforming bed provides a small child with a cozy environment, allowing you to quickly adapt to your surroundings. This is a practical and oversized piece of furniture that is more suitable for babies from birth to 6 to 9 months.
  • Manege - ideal for small apartments or when there is a need for the child to sleep in the same room with his parents. Thanks to this design, the space reserved for sleep is combined with the space for the game. Strong legs steadily hold the load, with the child resting on the sides, tipping is excluded.
  • Cot with changing surface. Means a combination of a bed and a chest of drawers. Often the design is equipped with drawers of a drawer type, which are located under the changer or berth. Some models have open shelves.
  • Transformer with drawers. An element of furniture can be made on legs or on wheels below. Under a berth usually 1 - 2 boxes are located. This makes it possible to store bedding and various necessary trifles.

A mobile, canopy should be easily and securely attached to the crib for babies from birth to 3 years.

Older than three years

When a child turns 3 years old, it is time for parents to purchase a crib of appropriate sizes.

There are such basic types:

  1. Classic furniture. It is standard, has protective sides that help to avoid falling. The sides can be stationary, lifting, extension. To be mounted on one or both sides.
  2. Themed bed. Represents a design with protective sides. It is made in the form of a ship or a typewriter for boys and in the form of a castle or a cute animal for a girl. There are a lot of options and color schemes for such beds.
  3. A transforming bed with a table for children from 0 to 5 years old is suitable for both a newborn and an older child. Similar models "transform" into a berth with a separate additional little table.

In order for the child to not be able to push or remove the protective sides independently, they must be firmly fixed to the structure.

For teens

When a child reaches school age, he needs individuality and independence in everything that relates to room furniture. It is important to choose a style and color scheme that will help reveal the personality of a teenager.

The most common bed options for children of the age discussed are the following:

  1. Loft bed. To maximize compactness and convenience, the working and sleeping areas are combined. The lower part is usually equipped with a desk or computer desk, shelves for preserving school supplies, a closet, a pencil case.
  2. The classic element of furniture implies a half bed, which is similar to an adult. Head and foot, as well as colors can be chosen for every taste. The model comes with features that emphasize the gender and hobbies of the child.

A bed at this age must be purchased with a small margin for growth.

If there are two children in the family, parents often have to arrange a sleeping place so that it does not occupy the entire space of the room, leaving room for active games.

Common options in this category:

  1. Children's bunk beds. Assume the location of two full beds one above the other. The design is made uniform, it is quite durable and practical. To climb to the second tier, steps in the form of drawers or a special ladder are installed from the floor level.
  2. Add-in. It means a sleeping place raised on high legs, under which a classic stationary bed is set. On sale there is each design separately or a complete set to choose from.

Such constructions provide personal space for sleeping and territory for free time.

Advantages and disadvantages of furniture for children

If we compare ordinary furniture for a children's room and transforming, then the latter has some advantages:

  • uniqueness of design;
  • compact design, allowing to provide space for the playing area;
  • convenience by combining several elements in one structure;
  • the possibility of increasing size;
  • the presence of drawers, shelves and special mechanisms.

But they do not look at the many advantages, there are a number of minuses in such designs:

  • in the manufacture of beds of an unusual shape, chipboard and MDF are most often used with a drawing or film, which is not beneficial for the health of the child;
  • the non-standard shape of the bed needs an appropriate setting, which can be costly for parents;
  • internal parts can accumulate dust in themselves, air circulates poorly in these places;
  • The pricing policy of unusual furniture items is overpriced.

Top Transformer Crib Manufacturers

In the modern market for baby products, some crib manufacturers stand out:

  1. Erbesi The Italian family-owned company uses environmentally friendly raw materials, non-toxic varnishes and paints for the production, exclude the creation of sharp corners.
  2. Gandylyan. Makes durable products, reliable in operation. Applies the latest technology and quality materials.
  3. Russian company "Red Star". Uses environmentally friendly material, ensures the safety of structures. The latter have many functions and are presented in a large assortment.
  4. Baby Care The Polish manufacturer is constantly introducing new modern products to the market that are convenient and practical.
  5. "Agate". The Russian brand that creates complex transformer beds with many additional features.

Thanks to the knowledge about the features of transformer cots, it is easier for future young parents to make their choice, ensuring a safe and healthy sleep for their child.

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