The small dimensions of the living space force you to save every centimeter - the best option is compact and highly functional furniture. The loft bed is widely popular because it allows you to organize many original, useful things under the bed. This space can be used as a work or relaxation area, or you can place additional shelves, a closet or a chest of drawers for storing things.
Loft bed with a mobile workplace below and an extension ladder, with the ability to free up space for entertaining guests
Typically, such models are used for children's rooms, but due to the variety of shapes and sizes, you can purchase a loft bed for adults. It differs from the children's version only in size and design. Such furniture will look perfect in the interior and, most importantly, it will help save such expensive square centimeters by combining different zones in one area and compactly arranging everything you need.
Studio apartment with a bed upstairs for sleeping and a sofa for relaxing and watching TV downstairs
Types of loft beds for adults
Built-in furniture for the living room using a double loft bed
In stores there is a huge selection of different single, one-and-a-half and double models. All of them can be divided according to the design features, materials of manufacture and configuration of the stairs. According to the type, the designs are:
– with a work area or a table;
Wooden loft bed for adults with full workspace and chest of drawers
– with a sofa;
Idea for a small room: a loft bed on the top tier and a sofa for guests below
– with a bed on the first tier;
Double wide beds for adults in the interior of the room
– with free space below;
DIY wooden loft bed with free space below
– with a wardrobe or bedside tables.
Loft-style bedroom with high bed and wardrobe below
According to the material of manufacture:
– wooden – wear-resistant, have a long service life, but have a high cost and heavy weight;
Stylish double loft bed made of wood
– from chipboard (chipboard) – they have an affordable price range, but are not very durable;
Loft bed made of chipboard with built-in corner wardrobe and desk
– metal – the most durable and resistant, but not very practical to use.
Ikea metal bed with built-in work space underneath
By type of staircase:
– vertical is the most compact, but not as safe to use than other types;
Metal bed with vertical ladder and sitting area below
– an inclined ladder can be large for large rooms or a compact ladder for a small room;
Built-in bed with an inclined ladder for a small apartment
– with a podium – a niche for storing things is built inside each step.
Staircase with a podium and wardrobe for a bright and original loft bed
There are models with ladders, that is, the ladder can easily be dismantled and placed on the other side. But in complete structures such a function is not provided.
Adults are more intelligent and experienced than small children, but in order to avoid various oddities and get greater product safety, it is better to choose stairs with at least one side handrail.
Double loft bed in a classic design with freely organized space below
Installation options
Even for a fairly spacious bedroom, an attic bed can be a very comfortable purchase. And even more so in the case of a small room in a Khrushchev building. This design allows you to rationally plan the installation of other furniture on the freed square meters of space.
On the first tier, under the space of the attic bed, you can organize different zones that are relevant for a particular family:
- work area with a computer or desk, pull-out side drawers, shelves. Due to the certain intimacy and distance of the zone from the other space of the room, working here will be incredibly comfortable and calm;
- a relaxation area with a soft sofa or a pair of armchairs and a glass coffee table. Both options can be used for relaxation and recuperation, watching television programs, movies, reading books, magazines;
- Another idea that is relevant for small apartments is organizing a dressing room in the space under the bed in the attic. Thus, you can easily and quickly organize the storage of clothes and shoes, hiding them from the eyes of guests at home.
Bring new sensations to an ordinary space by choosing an original loft design for adults.
With a sofa
With work area
With dressing room
Buying Tips
Hidden loft bed for a studio apartment with an unusual layout
Every buyer pays attention not only to the appearance of the product, but also to its price. The cost directly depends on the raw materials from which the bed is made. Traditional materials are wood, chipboard and metal. Wooden structures are considered the highest quality, but the cost is very high. Chipboard beds have an affordable price range, but they are considered less safe and not very durable. An alternative solution would be a metal loft bed for adults, but do not forget about the eternally cold properties of iron and the stairs in such a product will be slippery.
Hanging bed in the interior of a small loft-style apartment
Pay attention to the coating materials - they must be absolutely safe for health. If you cannot afford an expensive wooden or iron structure, and you decide to buy an option made from chipboard, be sure to ask the seller to provide quality certificates. Chipboard emits a dangerous substance – formaldehyde; products of class “E-1” are considered relatively safe.
Furniture should become an integral part of the entire interior, so before purchasing, take accurate measurements of the space in which you plan to place the loft bed.
Luxurious bed with lighting on the second tier and a convenient wardrobe
Even for adults, there is a risk of injury when climbing to the second tier or while resting - give preference to a model with protective devices. The staircase should have a convenient angle of inclination, sufficiently wide and comfortable steps, and handrails. It is necessary that the sleeping place be equipped with protective sides.
High double bed with sides and inclined ladder
You should not choose a product that is too cheap; most likely, it will be made from uncertified materials. As a result, you will end up with additional expenses, or worse, the structure will instantly become unusable and it will turn out that the money was wasted. Remember - high-quality furniture cannot have too low a price.
It is necessary that the option you choose be combined with the interior and existing furniture.
Unusual white bed with column legs with a place to watch your favorite movies
Manufacturing materials
The material of manufacture directly affects the service life, durability and strength of the product. Raw materials are the main factor in pricing. The appearance of the loft bed and its operating features depend on it.
The greater the load on the sleeping place, the stronger the structure should be.
Wooden models look respectable, aesthetically attractive and safe. A wood product will serve for many years without losing its consumer qualities. Beautiful natural color, pronounced texture and environmental safety are the main advantages. But there are also disadvantages in the form of very high cost and heavy construction. Thus, weak interfloor ceilings are not suitable for equipping a 2-bed place with a work area.
Beds made of chipboard and MDF are cheaper than models made of natural wood. They are characterized by average strength and durability. But you should select only good quality material. Low quality slabs are impregnated with toxic formaldehyde. These beds come in a wide range of designs and color combinations. The main advantage of the material is the ability to create multifunctional modular structures. The product itself can be on either wooden or metal guides.
Types and sizes of loft beds with a sofa, their advantages
Metal models are considered the most durable, durable and affordable. But they are less attractive and practical. Not suitable for every interior style. The metal constantly retains a cold surface and it is unpleasant to touch such ceilings. Even severe damage can be easily restored. You can get rid of the boring colored coating and repaint it in any shade.
Combined loft beds are universal models made from different materials. They combine reasonable cost, durability and functionality. Design options are often created in this way. Metal and natural wood, translucent partitions and dense ceilings are often combined.
Dimensions of a loft bed for adults
Adult loft bed with step lockers for small living room
If you need a model of non-standard sizes or shapes, it can be made to order according to your wishes. To purchase a ready-made loft bed for two adults, add ten centimeters to the height of the tallest family member. This will be an indicator of the required length of the bed for a comfortable rest. The following standard sizes are available:
– single – 70x180/190/200 cm;
– one and a half – 110x180/190/200 cm;
– double – 140x180/190/200 cm and 150x210 cm.
The sleeping place should be comfortable, so it is necessary that the distance between the mattress and the ceiling be at least a meter, and it is important to move freely under the bed.
Full bed on the second tier to save space
Features of a loft bed for adults and how to apply them in the interior?
An unusual solution for smart apartments - a built-in loft bed above the kitchen work area
The furniture got its name thanks to the sleeping place, which you need to climb up the stairs like into an attic. Thanks to this type of bed, several pieces of furniture are connected together.
For a small bedroom, a model with a closet or wardrobe would be an excellent option - you can place the necessary things there. This will allow you to make the most profitable and practical use of the available space.
An excellent solution for a one-room or studio apartment would be a loft bed with a table, shelving and several bedside tables on the first tier. This is how you combine your work area and bedroom in an original way.
If you need to get an extra bed, give preference to a model that is equipped with a second bed. Instead, there can be a sofa - an excellent solution when you want to have an additional place to relax.
It may be advisable to use the space of the staircase if it is made with additional drawers. There you can store things of various sizes and accessories.
Thus, by choosing the right loft bed, you will simultaneously receive several full-fledged pieces of furniture, save space and create a unique atmosphere in your home.
| ADVANTAGES | FLAWS |
| Saving living space | High cost (although the separate purchase of a sofa, bed, wardrobe and desk can be much more expensive) |
| Convenient and compact distribution of things | The level of security of the second tier is not high, however, high-quality furniture is equipped with additional security systems. For greater reliability, you can attach the structure to the wall |
| Ideal combination with the interior | A loft bed will not fit into a room with low ceilings (some models reach three meters in height |
| Gives the room a special atmosphere | It is difficult to change bed linen and uncomfortable to make the bed |
| Simultaneously performs the functions of several pieces of furniture without compromising space | A nearby ceiling can cause psychological discomfort |
| Wide selection of models to suit every taste | |
| Possibility to get furniture according to individual sizes | |
| A quality product will serve you for a long time |
Loft bed in white and orange design with a place to sleep and a sofa for guests
What are the advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage is compactness. For example, a double loft bed with a mobile workplace will take up much less space than a place for sleeping and working with documents equipped with more traditional furniture.
Ergonomics is the main principle of a loft bed.
The second plus is versatility, functionality and practicality. For example, the double model described above can serve as both a sleeping area and a workplace. And if you remove the mobile “home office” and the stairs and place a coffee table and several light rattan chairs under the canopy of the upper tier, you will get a cozy corner for receiving guests.
A loft bed can have an original appearance.
Other benefits:
- Economical. The vast majority of models will cost much less than buying conventional furniture of the same functionality separately.
- The ability to combine a sleeping area with almost any other: play area, work area, children's area, dressing room. Even with a place to receive guests.
The appearance of the product depends on the desire and imagination of the owners, who can make a work of art from a simple bed.
It is worth listing all the possible disadvantages:
- Making the bed is more difficult than making a bed on the floor.
- There is a risk of falling from the second tier.
- Insufficient illumination of the work area.
- Psychological discomfort.
Most children will find this product a great place to play and craft.
All these disadvantages are not critical, although making the bed on a double loft bed for adults is really not very convenient. It's easier to put blankets, sheets and pillows in a wardrobe. The higher the protective sides, the lower the risk of falling from the second tier. In most models, the probability of waking up on the floor with a bump on your head is almost zero.
The lack of lighting at the lower level can be compensated by installing additional light sources.
Illumination depends both on the model of the bed and on its place in the interior. In most cases, the problem with a lack of natural and artificial light does not arise at all. It remains to deal with the last disadvantage: for those who feel uncomfortable sleeping at height, it would not even occur to them to buy a loft bed. For everyone else, this disadvantage simply does not exist.
The loft bed will fit into any interior, because you can decorate it in any style and use any colors and decorations.
The best options for using a loft bed for adults to save space:
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