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Ikea loft bed - the right approach to organizing a nursery

A loft bed is an effective and simple way to organize space in a nursery. At the same time, the sleeping place not only does not take up space, but it also becomes possible to organize a play area, sports corner or study on the first tier if desired.

The Ikea company, specializing in household goods, produces several types of this useful furniture.

Loft bed from Ikea - a great space-saving option

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.

Features of loft beds from Ikea

Safety is the main advantage of any children's furniture from Ikea. During production, only high-quality fittings are used to ensure the strength and stability of the entire structure. Another plus is the high sides with thick crossbar filling.
Materials – Ikea produces models in both metal and wood. The steel is coated with a pigmented polymer coating that protects the metal from corrosion. For wooden structures, solid pine is used, covered with safe acrylic varnish. Low-emission fiberboard is also used for arranging wardrobe compartments and drawers.
Height – company experts recommend purchasing a loft bed for children over 6 years old. This option involves organizing a playground or work area on the first tier. This means that the distance from the floor to the bottom must be sufficient for the teenager to move freely under it. Accordingly, the height of the model itself will be significant - up to 206 cm. Therefore, with low ceilings, installing a loft bed is undesirable.
The model for toddlers, the Kura bed with a second tier height of 116 cm, is designed specifically for small children and does not solve this problem.
Width - determined by the size of the upper berth. Products from the Stuva series, for example, have a width of 99 cm, but Tromso is equipped with an upper double bed. With free space on the first level, the bed frame occupies a fairly large area. It should also be taken into account that the sunbed, without taking up space in the room, reduces the visible area of the ceiling and prevents normal lighting.

Ikea produces different modifications for different rooms; when choosing, you need to pay attention to this.

Wall mounting – models require additional fixation for greater resistance to loads. It's not the weight of small users, but the high dynamic load they create.
The complete set - the loft bed necessarily includes all the necessary fasteners.

Therefore, stock up on a screwdriver and other necessary tools in advance.

The following video clearly demonstrates how to assemble a loft bed from Ikea:

The line of models from Ikea includes not only the loft bed itself, but also a variety of options for filling the lower tier: storage systems, chests of drawers, tables, compartments with shelves, and so on. They also offer a decent range of orthopedic mattresses and bed linen.

Photo of an Ikea loft bed in a children's interior

Material of manufacture

The Swedish store uses the same materials as in conventional furniture production. Basically, they are divided into 3 categories:

Wooden beds for children with sides. Basically, regular solid pine is used so as not to increase the cost of production. The most beautiful and comfortable ones have practically no design flaws. Suitable for any child, regardless of gender.

By the way, the wood that is on sale is not of the highest class. It will have noticeable stains from knots, but it will be perfectly polished, without cracks.

IKEA also sells metal bunk beds. They are much stronger, more brutal, but well suited for a children's room. They can be purchased for very active children if there are concerns for their safety. Such cribs are well suited even for older children, as they can easily withstand more than 200 kilograms.

The Ikea catalog also includes loft beds that are made from chipboard. Their difference is that the lower tier is used as a work desk and there is room in the crib for only one child. There is also a nice bunk bed with a sofa underneath. It combines an area for entertainment and sleep.

Varieties and models

Each Ikea product is part of an overall design project. When choosing a loft bed, you can always find appropriate additional elements - a table, chest of drawers, shelves, and accessories for the nursery.

A crib for babies; a 4-year-old or even a 3-year-old baby can sleep here if he is already used to sleeping without his mother. Firstly, the height of the second level is small - 116 cm, and secondly, the structure can be turned over so that the sleeping place is on the first tier.

The parameters of the lounger are suitable for children and older ones - 99*209 cm. Of course, when the child grows up, it will no longer be convenient for him to play here - the height is too small, then the tier will be re-equipped. Here you can place a table for a school corner or fill the space with various storage systems.
The model is made from solid pine and sealed with transparent acrylic varnish. You can diversify the design using colored side panels. Ikea offers to complement the bed with an arched canopy made of thin fabric.
The set includes a slatted bottom, you can choose a mattress - up to 13 cm thick - and bed linen.

Popular models

Today it is not difficult to find an IKEA store; almost everyone knows it. Of course, bunk beds can be used as a sleeping place for adults, however, the main users of such products are still children. IKEA hypermarkets offer a huge range of products created primarily for children. The models are made from a large number of different materials, have a rich configuration, as well as functional productivity:

Kyura. A crib for children, a four- or even three-year-old child can sleep on it, if the baby is used to sleeping without his mother. This model is made from durable pine and coated with transparent varnish. You can change the appearance of such a crib thanks to multi-colored panels. IKEA gives you the opportunity to change the design of your bed using an arched fabric canopy. Such models are extremely convenient. At an age when the child is still small, the bed is located below: the child himself is safe, and the mother can quite easily change his bed. When the baby grows up, the structure is placed in a standard way, and a large playground appears on the first tier.

Tromso. Durable and reliable design of the Tromso model from IKEA for the room of a young or middle-aged child. Such a steel model is being developed. It is quite difficult to damage the bed: the coating is very resistant to moisture. From floor to bottom, the height of the structure is 164 centimeters. With these parameters, you can organize a full-fledged workplace for your child. The total height of the product is 216 centimeters. IKEA recommends purchasing this model for high ceilings – 2.6–2.7 meters. In terms of size, the model is considered a one-and-a-half-bed (140x200 centimeters). This model has high sides, which protects the child from falls.

The important point here is that instead of a vertical staircase, there is an inclined staircase; moreover, such a bed can be installed both on the left side and on the right.

Furniture in the interior

The company produces children's furniture not in the form of individual elements, but in collections designed and executed in the same style. This allows you to find furnishings that match the chosen bed and for any age at any time. Ikea has everything - from compact storage systems to bright accessories.

Spy room - the ends of Cure's bed are covered with wooden panels or covered with storage systems from the Trufast series with colored containers. The facade is half covered with a wooden panel, and in the second part there is a rotating section from Besto. This “door” opens if you press a certain area on the shelf and nothing else. You can install shelves for toys inside the spy room.

Canopy – you can turn the second tier into a house in nature by installing an arched canopy. Or you can imagine that the loft bed is a tree: a canopy in the form of a green leaf from the Lav series will help with this.
The Stuva series school corner consists of a regular desk with a chest of drawers. And a model with a higher height - above 145 cm - can be equipped with a corner table with built-in shelves from the Micke series and a school chair with adjustable height from Jules. This option looks more interesting and more functional.

Unusual solutions with Ikea loft beds

House With illumination of the lower tier In a white interior In a blue room In a sterile white color

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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

Reviews of Ikea loft beds

Irina, 27 years old, Kaluga: “We bought a metal loft bed from the Ikea catalog. Our son is 6 years old and loves sleeping there. And we put a sofa downstairs, it’s more convenient for us. Then we’ll put a crib there for the youngest. It’s not very convenient to change the bed: you have to climb out to the second tier, but these are minor things.”
Alena, 32 years old, Rostov: “We have a wooden one, Sturo, for 4 years already. Nothing is broken, nothing creaks. My son has been sleeping upstairs since he was 4 years old. Due to the height, it is inconvenient to change the bed and turn off the lights. But at first we had a “house” downstairs - I sewed it myself, and now we’ve installed a table.”
Valentin, 33 years old, Ufa: “Our guy begged with all his might for a two-tier Ikea, which has a canopy. We were almost ready to buy it so that we could dismantle the lower bed later. But it turned out that you can take an attic for one child, and just fix this canopy on top. That's what they did."
Yulia, 28 years old, Moscow: “We bought an attic bed from Ikea at a reasonable price, even when the eldest was 3 years old. Metal Swerta, not the highest, 180 it seems. At first there was a sofa downstairs, now there is a computer table. Once he did fly out of the attic, but not in a dream, but during the day: he jumped on purpose. It turned out to be a bruise. And the neighbor's son jumped off the sofa unsuccessfully and broke his arm. What I mean is that children will always find something to do, and the height of the bed has nothing to do with it.”

Functional loft beds from IKEA

What is a loft bed and how is it better than a regular bed? This is a two-tier structure, consisting of two levels; on the second tier there is a sleeping area. And under it you can arrange a work area or a relaxation area with a sofa. Thus, this super-functional item will save space in your small apartment and allow you to make good use of every square meter. Which IKEA loft bed is best to buy? I'll tell you everything about the assortment from the catalog. I’ll also show you what IKEA models look like in a real interior.

There are currently not many models in the catalog on the official IKEA website, but even out-of-sale series, for example, “Sturo” or “Tromso”, can be bought on Avito, Yula and other bulletin board sites.

It is not recommended to use such high beds for children under 7 years of age due to the risk of falling and injury.
The price is for the frame only. Mattress sold separately.
It is not recommended to sleep high for people suffering from diseases of the respiratory and cardiovascular systems.

For the dimensions of each model, see the separate section “Dimensions”.

Upon purchase, each product comes with detailed assembly instructions. Therefore, you can assemble it yourself, having a minimal set of tools - a screwdriver, a screwdriver.

Children (7-14 years old)

A large selection of loft beds at IKEA specifically for children. And this is not surprising, because often a children's room is designed to accommodate several children. And sometimes its dimensions do not allow placing a bed and a student’s work area there at the same time.

For children, for schoolchildren up to adolescence, you can watch them in the “Stuva” series. Models in this series include:

frame (material – chipboard);
desk with cabinet with drawers (2, 3 or 4 drawers);
wardrobe and/or shelving.

The frame of this white model can be combined with cabinet and drawer fronts from other series of children's furniture - “Folya”, “Fritids”. But you can also buy it without fronts - with an open cabinet and shelving. See below for several options and prices.

Not all possible configuration options are listed above. You can buy it with a different number of shelves, drawers, with a wardrobe with doors, or just with a shelving unit. The cost will depend on this.

The staircase of this model is part of the structure: it cannot be rearranged, the only possible location is on the right.

The desk can be turned around by placing it perpendicular to the bed.

Watch the review of “Stuva” in the video:

Teens and adults

For older children - from 14 years old, and for adults, the series “Swerta”, “Vitval”, “Tuffing” are suitable. Their metal frame is made of steel, which ensures the strength of its parts.

The series listed above must be secured to the wall for safety to prevent the structure from tipping over.
Never tie hooks or straps to the sides. A child may become entangled in them while playing or sleeping and suffocate.

The only drawback of a metal frame compared to a wooden one is that it is not comfortable when in contact with a cold metal surface.

If you climb metal stairs in socks, you can slip! Be careful.

These options are sold with only one frame. To arrange a space under the bottom of the bed, you need to buy other furniture. Here you can put a small sofa (for example, the Bedinge series), a desk with a computer or laptop, a bookcase with books, a bean bag chair, a playpen, a wardrobe, etc.

An interesting idea is to buy or sew a custom-made tent for a loft bed, turning the structure into a real house.

The epoxy coating may chip over time, but can be easily updated by sanding down parts and repainting.

Tuffing

The most budget-friendly of these models is “Tuffing” - RUB 9,999. Color – dark grey.

The sides of this bed are made of fabric. They can also be supplemented with a convenient storage system - an organizer with pockets “Möilighet” for 399 rubles.

The ladder can only be installed in the middle.

Swerta

Another budget option for RUB 12,999. In silver color. In customer reviews there are white ones, but at the moment white ones are out of stock.

This series is one of the most popular among buyers. Reliable sides are also made of steel. The ladder can be installed on the right or left.

Watch a video on how to assemble “Svart”:

Vitval

This model is sold with or without a tabletop. The first option costs 18,999 rubles, without a countertop - 15,999 rubles.

The tabletop can be purchased separately for 3,000 rubles. It is screwed to the main structure.

The ladder can be installed from different sides. The sides are made of fabric. You can also hang the Möilighet organizer on them, where you can store the book you read before bed, or headphones if you are used to listening to music or audiobooks before bed.

Dimensions

Unfortunately, IKEA does not currently produce double loft beds. All of the models listed above are designed for one person.

The maximum load for each is 100 kg.

In the table below you can find all the information on the dimensions of the loft bed and its individual parts.

Model	Dimensions, cm
Model	Length	Distance from floor to bottom of bed	Width	Height
STUVA	207	142	99	179
TUFFING	208	145	97	179
SVERTA	208	145	97	179
VITVAL	207	145	97. With stairs – 135 cm.	195

What are the features of IKEA loft beds?

Like other IKEA products, the Dutch manufacturer's loft beds are manufactured and supplied in accordance with the company's core concept. The consumer assembles most of the furniture himself, in his house or apartment. Delivery of components and goods is carried out in flat boxes, which reduces logistics and service costs.

And then the buyer assembles his bed from the received “parts”, like a DIY construction kit.

Ikea loft bed

In the modern abundance of furniture complexes, a huge variety of products is provided to equip the bedroom with everything you need. Often, many of these products stand out from the competition not only because of their comfort and splendor, but also because of their limited availability for the average buyer. A large number of young families still live in very small spaces, which makes it difficult to choose furniture. In this situation, bunk beds come to the rescue, they have earned trust in terms of efficiency and are in great demand among buyers. The monopolist among suppliers of this kind of beds is the giant company IKEA.

Features of the design of loft beds from IKEA

Looking at loft beds in a printed catalog or Ikea online store, at first glance you may not see any differences from more standard analogues from other manufacturers. The only thing that catches your eye is the affordable price.

But if you read the descriptions of the models, it’s easy to find out some features:

Adjustable bed height.
Simplicity and unobtrusive design. At the same time, the design can be easily changed at any time by replacing standard elements, “designer parts”.
The versatility of frames that easily turn into loft beds for boys and girls of different ages. Due to the interchangeability of standard elements, it is easy to change both the overall design of the furniture and the functionality of the lower tier.

Note! All Ikea models are designed primarily for children, but some may also be suitable for adults.

Pros and cons of beds

Advantages of loft beds from Ikea:

Affordable price.
The adjustable height of the upper tier gives two advantages: the ability to lower the “loft” for greater convenience of making the bed and the ability to buy a bed “to grow into.”
Selection, if desired, of different zones for the product on the same frame. Versatility in all its manifestations in assembly, configuration, modification of functionality, design.
Easy to fit into any interior.
An excellent solution for small children's rooms.
Environmental friendliness and durability of materials and coatings. Cheap and unreliable chipboards, toxic impregnations and plastics are not used.

The disadvantages are the same as those of loft beds and other bunk structures from competing manufacturers: an increased risk of falling from a height and possible psychological discomfort. If your child suffers from sleepwalking or feels uncomfortable even at low heights, it is better to choose other furniture for him.

Popular models and their descriptions

If you enter the words IKEA attic bed photo into a search engine, in the pictures that appear you can easily mistake the same model for different pieces of furniture. It's all about the versatility of the “designers”. So, for example, the same Cure model can be a single- or double-tier bed or a bed with an attic structure. Adding a pink canopy will make a cute place for a girl to sleep. If it's dark blue, it's for a boy.

The height of the upper tier can easily be reduced to 1.16 m. In this position it is easier to make the bed or change the pillowcase and sheet. And before going to bed, the “second floor” can be raised higher again. The material used is solid pine. The model is quite strong and durable. The downside is the protective sides made of fiberboard.

Sturo. Another universal model. Easily converts into a loft bed with a sofa underneath from Ikea. It’s also easy to create an area for relaxation or study under the bed. A plus or minus, depending on the circumstances, can be considered the increased width - 1.53 meters.

Stuva. Popular, although not the most successful model. The stairs are on the right. It is equipped with different elements: a rack or cabinet, a cabinet and a table. Some elements can be easily swapped and supplemented with drawers and doors. In a matter of minutes, the design changes dramatically. Decoration in a “girly” style – in pink and beige tones. In “boy” colors – green, white, black. The main disadvantage is in particle board materials, fiberboard/chipboard.

Dimensions

Dimensions easily change in height. This is one of the main advantages of Ikea furniture. The dimensions of the bed differ little from the standard ones, although there are models with a larger sleeping area. The dimensions of standard elements make it easy to transform products.

For example, an Ikea loft bed with a work area can turn into a bunk sleeping area in a matter of seconds. Or instead of a table and cabinet there will be a gaming space or a sofa.

Materials from which they are made

Frames are metal, wooden, fiberboard with a safe acrylic coating. Elements made from unreliable and short-lived chipboard are used very rarely.

Metal (stainless steel).
Solid wood (pine).
Solid wood + fiberboard.

The most reliable and durable metal loft beds from Ikea.

Functional

The functionality of Ikea loft beds can be easily changed due to the interchangeability of structural elements and the ability to adjust the upper tier. In the same model, you can change the zones of the lower level and the height of the berth at least every day.

This is also convenient in terms of repairs - it is easier to replace a damaged loft bed module than to restore it. Even if the defect is easily corrected.

Price

Ikea loft beds are affordable. The cost of furniture as of the first half of 2020 using the example of several models.

Frames Vitval, Tuffing and Svarta - 16, 10 and 14 thousand rubles, respectively. Models with a working area - 26 and 33 thousand rubles for Stuva and Stuva/Freetids (depending on the number of drawers and shelves).

How a loft bed works

The loft bed is not complicated and consists of two main parts:

frame;
sleeping place.

Depending on the device, the bed can be equipped with additional elements on the ground floor: a sofa, a wardrobe, bedside tables, a table, a play area or a sports corner.

Types of frames

The frame of a loft bed is its most important component, on which the strength, durability and safety of the structure depend.

The performance properties of the frame directly depend on the material from which it is made. Wooden and metal frames are considered the most reliable. Chipboard structures will not be able to withstand heavy loads.

Depending on the height, the frames are:

low: used mainly for children's beds - from 75 to 160 cm;
medium height: for teenagers – from 160 to 180 cm;
high: for adults – from 180 to 200 cm.

Arrangement and dimensions of sleeping places

The main function of a loft bed is to ensure comfortable sleep, so when choosing a sleeping place you should be especially careful.

The bed upstairs can be of different sizes:

160x80 – for children under 10 years old;
170x90 – for children from 10 to 14 years old;
190x90 – for teenagers and adults;
200x90 – double bed.

The quality of sleep largely depends on the foundation of the sleeping place. She may be:

solid: this is a layer of wood or chipboard. This base significantly impedes the movement of air flow in the mattress. This leads to the accumulation of moisture and the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria and the spread of infections;
slatted: a lattice made of lamellas - metal or wooden strips located at a distance from each other. This base ensures unhindered air flow to the mattress, as a result of which it is ventilated.

For safety reasons, the sleeping place must be equipped with sides with a height of at least 30-40 cm. As a rule, they are made of the same material as the frame: metal, wood or chipboard. Please note that the sides should not be lower than the height of the mattress.

How to choose the right loft bed from IKEA

To make the right choice, just carefully read the description in the catalog or on the Ikea store website. And think about whether this loft bed is suitable for your child. It is worth paying attention to the adjustment of the height of the berth, materials of manufacture, and safety. Regarding the last parameter, pay attention to the design of the stairs and the height of the protective sides.

The loft bed from Ikea is a universal children's and teenagers' option for functional furniture for children's rooms. It has many attractive features and is distinguished by the ease of converting one zone into another. If you are choosing a loft bed for a child, you should pay attention to Ikea products.

Options for placing beds in a children's room

In order to decide on the location of the bedroom set, pay attention to the tips below:

If the age difference between the children is small, there is no need to delimit the zones.
For a common room for girls or boys, it is important that each child has his own separate things: a closet, separate places for clothes, towels, bed linen.
A thoughtful interior for children can have a common computer desk, while each should have their own shelves.
If the age difference is large, the sleeping area of the smallest baby can be separated with a canopy.

When planning the interior of a room, an important task is to choose the right place for the bed. This item is key; the location of all other elements will be oriented relative to it.

The dimensions of the loft bed should correspond to the dimensions of the room

Furniture in a children's room should occupy no more than half of the total space

In a small room

In a spacious room, you can arrange everything so that each child does his own thing and does not interfere with his brother or sister. In a small bedroom you need to leave everything you need. Everyone should have their own sleeping place.

The optimal solution for a small room would be a bed with a pull-out bed.