For a small apartment, a bed with a lifting mechanism is a real find. The purpose of the sleeping place is to save useful space. After all, it is a bed and a wardrobe in one "face". A bed with a lifting mechanism is characterized by the presence of a spacious drawer, which is equal in area to the sleeping place. The product is considered practical and easy to use. It allows you to fulfill the long-standing dream of those who longed to acquire a bed, but could not organically fit it into the bedroom.
Today, a bed with a lifting mechanism and a mattress is one of the most popular among various types of similar products. It's all about the presence of a roomy box for storing various things. Some prefer to use a box for placing linen and blankets; others put there everything that they feel sorry to throw away, but rarely use; others arrange a real hiding place under the mattress, where they put money and jewelry.
There are no special instructions on what can be stored inside a bed with a lifting mechanism. The main thing is to avoid getting into the box:
- corrosive and toxic substances;
- flammable, easily ignitable and self-igniting materials;
- explosive devices;
- liquids with a strong odor in non-hermetic packaging;
- food products with a limited shelf life.
Do not arrange a place for children to play or spend active time inside, or place animals. The box is hermetically sealed, and practically no air gets in. Therefore, do not allow children to hide inside the product. This may lead to suffocation.
The soft lifting bed consists of the following elements:
- sleeping place;
- storage boxes;
- lifting mechanism.
The device used for beds with a lifting mechanism can work:
- on gas shock absorbers;
- on coil springs;
- on hinges.
Gas shock absorbers for a bed with a lifting mechanism are a real "treasure". They work silently, helping to open the drawer easily. Coiled springs and hinges are cheaper (in rubles), but less practical to use.
A single or double bed with a lifting mechanism works on the same principle. There is a handle on the side (usually made of thick fabric), which helps to lift the mattress, opening up space for placing necessary items and things. With or without the handle, the mattress easily returns to its original position. It is not possible to get inside the box except in this way.
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Types of products with lifting mechanism
All soft beds with a lifting mechanism are divided into two types:
- single;
- double.
Three-bed beds with a lifting mechanism are not sold. They can only be made to order. In everyday life, such systems are not very convenient: they are very bulky, heavy; the mattress is difficult to lift, opening devices quickly become unusable.
Also, products with a lifting mechanism can be divided into the following types:
- gas lift;
- spring;
- loop.
Units with a lifting mechanism are also distinguished by the material from which they are made:
- solid wood;
- fiberboard;
- chipboard;
- MDF.
Solid wood is very heavy, but environmentally friendly material. Formaldehyde is often added to fiberboard and MDF to make the parts stick together more firmly. Formaldehyde vapors are dangerous to human health. The most reasonable option is to purchase a bed made of chipboard.
Most often, a berth with a lifting mechanism is characterized by the presence of a soft back. The basis is chipboard or a metal frame. It is covered with insulation, and on top - fabric. Here the choice is almost limitless - from cotton to genuine leather.
Advantages and disadvantages
An adult and children's bed with a lifting mechanism has a number of undeniable advantages over other sleeping structures:
- it combines two pieces of furniture at once;
- allows you to save useful space;
- all unnecessary things can be easily removed from sight;
- large selection of colors and textures;
- the box is inaccessible to outsiders - an excellent place for a hiding place;
- easy care.
A bed with a lifting mechanism has its own disadvantages:
- a large amount of dust and dirt accumulates in the box;
- the mattress lifting device wears out quickly;
- over time, the sleeping area begins to sag;
- the product is very large and difficult to move from place to place;
- There is no empty space under the bed, it is difficult to wash the floor and clean the carpet under it.
Another advantage is that a bed with a lifting mechanism can be purchased inexpensively. A quality bed is characterized by the absence of creaks and grinding during use. This is worth paying special attention to when purchasing products.
How to choose the right bed
Finding a bed with a lifting mechanism cheaply is quite possible. Of course, there is an extremely low price for such a bed. It cannot be less than 8 thousand rubles. The cheapest double beds cost approximately 10-12 thousand rubles. Double beds can be purchased inexpensively in large chain stores and furniture supermarkets. Pay attention to promotions. The price can be reduced by 70 percent (by 10-15 thousand rubles) from the original price!
Secrets to choosing a good double bed with a lift:
- no creaking or grinding sounds;
- no sagging or bending of the sleeping area;
- sealed box;
- hypoallergenic upholstery and filling materials;
- Thick handle for easy opening of the system.
The product can be purchased inexpensively in online stores. You should give preference only to proven resources that have positive reviews and have been working on the market for a long time. The seller (real, virtual) must have quality certificates for the products offered.
A product passport is also required. It indicates the manufacturer, materials, operating conditions, service life, assembly rules, and warranty period. If the product fails through no fault of the user before the warranty expires, the unit must be replaced with a new one.
For the longest possible service life of the product, it is important not only to properly care for it, but also to follow all the operating rules. The interior is not a place for games and entertainment. The box is strong, but it is unlikely to withstand jumping or falling heavy objects. To keep the things stored inside clean, the space must be regularly vacuumed and treated with a damp cloth. Natural materials for double beds are more environmentally friendly, and synthetic ones, as practice shows, last longer. There is no need to be afraid of synthetics on chest-of-drawers beds. Modern fabrics have a pleasant texture, dirt is easy to remove from them, they are reliably protected from the appearance of "bald" spots.
