A relatively new but quickly popular idea – a bed under the ceiling, serves the purpose of optimizing the space of a small home. Thanks to some design solutions, it can bring creativity and variety to a boring interior.
The design of such a bed is quite reliable and will last for many years if you know the rules for choosing materials and other features of their use.
In a one-room apartment or studio apartment, it is often necessary to combine several functional zones. The sofa, as a rule, serves both as a rest area, leisure area, and a sleeping place. Thanks to a bed under the ceiling, you can get a full-fledged sleeping area, which is essential for a healthy spine.
Other advantages of this design are the following factors.
- Saving square meters. During the day, the bed does not interfere with the free use of the area underneath it.
- A creative and stylish solution for a familiar interior. In a loft style, for example, such a bed will look most successful.
- Easy to use. Some types are equipped with an automatic lifting mechanism. This allows you to easily assemble and hide the bed during the day.
The following disadvantages can be noted:
- Expensive. A custom-made or hand-made product will cost much more than a regular bed. It's a paradox, but low-income citizens do not have such a sum and do not have the opportunity to expand their living space.
- Not suitable for small spaces. Despite the fact that a bed under the ceiling can combine functional zones, in a small area it looks bulky and brings imbalance.
- Complexity of installation. Much attention is paid to the reliability and durability of the structure for obvious reasons. Installation (especially if you need a bed with an automatic mechanism) cannot be done independently. If you need to dismantle the structure, you cannot do without the services of specialists.
- Psychological discomfort. Fear of heights, fear of falling – all these factors can be the reason for refusing such a setup. People suffering from respiratory diseases are also not recommended to sleep on such a high bed.
Knowing all the pros and cons, you can make an informed decision so that a bed under the ceiling is the optimal solution to problems with rational organization of space, and does not become the cause of new inconveniences.
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Types of models
A bed under the ceiling can be classified according to several criteria.
According to mobility, there are:
- movable;
The mechanism of the mobile bed under the ceiling - stationary.
Stationary bed on a metal frame under the ceiling
Movable ones are equipped with a lifting mechanism. Stationary ones are installed at a certain distance from the floor and cannot change position.
Stationary beds can be divided according to the method of fastening into:
- pendant;
Hanging rope beds arranged in two tiers in a children's bedroom - attics.
A loft bed for a teenager allows you to compactly place a bed, cabinets and a workspace
Suspended ones are attached to the ceiling. Ropes and chains act as decorative elements, creating the feeling of the bed floating. Attics are installed on high legs on the floor. The lower tier can be used for work, study or guest areas.
The mechanism that ensures the mobility of the bed can have different installation options. The lifting device can be attached to the wall, to the base of the bed, to the ceiling.
Selecting the material
The frame of a stationary bed under the ceiling can be made of MDF or metal. The choice depends on several factors:
- personal preferences;
- general interior design;
- security.
A metal loft bed with a rough finish will be appropriate in loft, industrial, techno styles. Wooden models will harmoniously fit into a classic interior or a room in a modern style.
Snow-white or milky wood in Scandinavian style will look light and fresh. For country or Provence, eco-natural wood is an integral part of the decor.
In some youthful, unusual interiors (loft, pop art, etc.), eclecticism in materials is even welcomed: you can not only combine wood and metal, but also add textile elements.
When choosing a bed under the ceiling, for safety reasons, it is worth considering that metal ladders to the beds can pose a risk of injury due to the slippery surface. For children, such options should not be considered at all.
The reliability and environmental friendliness of materials should be checked against quality certificates before purchase.
Height and dimensions of the structure
The width and length of the installation can match the standards of the sleeping place:
- single – 80-100 by 200 cm;
Single metal bunk beds are suitable for teenagers - double – 160 by 200 cm;
A double loft bed is a great solution for a small room with high ceilings - one and a half – 120-140 by 200 cm.
Single and a half hanging bed with forged elements
If the room area is more than 20 sq.m., you can make a spacious second tier of a stationary bed under the ceiling. In addition to the mattress, you can install accessories - a lamp, a small nightstand or table on short legs, flower pots, etc.
If the bed under the ceiling is equipped with a lifting and lowering mechanism, then it is only necessary to ensure that there is free space for the unhindered installation of the bed.
For stationary types, it is necessary to set such a height from the floor that a person on the lower tier could stand at full height without bending over, and the person sitting above could be at least in a semi-sitting position. Recommended average standards:
- between the mattress and the ceiling – 60-70 cm;
- from floor to mattress – from 165 cm.
To install such a bed, the ceiling height must be no lower than the standard, as established by SNiP - 2.5 meters.
Recommendations for selection
It is important to summarize the main points that you should pay special attention to when choosing.
- Check the reliability of the fastenings, the presence of a counterweight safety system mechanism (to prevent the bed from falling) and the entire structure in general in the store. The most reliable materials are metal and wood (natural, MDF panels). Before use, check all structural components for defects.
- Before installation, check the reliability of concrete floors.
- Choose the dimensions that suit your room. The store has different sizes, but they are not suitable for all rooms. Consider the height of family members, i.e. those who will use this furniture.
- The bed should match the style of the room.
- You shouldn't use this option for organizing a sleeping place for a child. It is dangerous for a preschooler.
Features of application in the interior
A bed under the ceiling is a great way to optimize space and a good opportunity to diversify a familiar and boring interior. Such a product will perfectly cope with zoning and will allow you to get a full, healthy sleep.
In addition to a purely practical task, it can also perform a decorative function. Models look stylish as if suspended on ropes or chains. Built-in lamps or LED lighting along the perimeter of the bottom will additionally decorate the room.
The location for the bed is chosen based on the layout of the room. In a square room, a corner location will be the most rational. The structure will be attached to two walls, which will ensure greater reliability. In a narrow room, the bed can be located between two opposite walls, which will also ensure fixation on both sides. In spacious lofts, you can place the bed under the ceiling even in the middle of the room. The main thing is overall harmony.
Most beds under the ceiling are equipped with ladders. They can be in the form of racks with storage systems under the steps, rope, wooden, metal add-on, etc.
This type of organization of the sleeping area will also be a good solution in a room with niches.
Video: Lifting Bed Under the Ceiling
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