Sofas with sideboards for children from 3 years old

The choice of a bed for a child who will soon turn 3 years old is an important matter. After all, this age marks the beginning of a new stage in development - both physical and psychological. Of course, here it is possible and necessary to involve the children themselves, but before that, parents must study all possible models and propose the most optimal ones for choosing. One of the most popular options is a children's sofa with bumpers.

The children's sofa has many advantages that speak for themselves.

• This is the only furniture that combines two functions at once - here the child can not only sleep, but also spend time during the day - sit, play, watch cartoons, communicate with friends and parents.
• Modern sofas have a special covering and filling of the sleeping block, which allows you to sleep comfortably without harm to your health.
• They have many options for sides that protect against falls, drafts and impacts on nearby objects.
• There are compact models that can significantly save space in the room (especially if you have to share the space with someone else).
• With a wide range of models, upholstery and designs, children's sofas look bright and beautiful. Such furniture will complement any interior and will please the child himself.

In any furniture salon, the selection of sofas is quite extensive, and it is sometimes difficult to understand such a variety.Most often, a full-fledged berth is achieved by transformation (there are folding and retractable models), but they are not equipped with bumpers.

Since the child is still small at the age of three, it is not necessary for him to order a sleeping place equipped with any mechanism. A more convenient option would be the usual sofa sofa, only with bumpers.

It will be better if it provides boxes or niches for storing bedding, toys or other things.

A distinction should be made between an ordinary sofa and a sofa bed. The main difference between them lies precisely in the comfort for sleeping. The sofa bed, instead of the usual cover and filler, is completed with one mattress or a set of several small toppers. The mattress can be innerspring or springless. Modern orthopedic models are the most preferable for children, since it is at an early age that the spine is more vulnerable.

The main function that the sides of the children's sofa perform is protective... In addition, soft bolsters or panels serve as a support, allow you to take a comfortable position in a sitting or lying position. Beautiful sides are a decoration of furniture, give it a finished look and complement the design.

In order for the child to be able to freely use the sofa while awake and to be maximally protected from falls during sleep, fit removable sides. These can be side panels from the same product with convenient fasteners that can be easily removed or installed if necessary.

Permanent bumpers are characterized by greater strength and do not differ from the sofa in the style of execution, color and material. Of course, from the point of view of practicality and aesthetics, they are more attractive. But if the child grows up or needs to rearrange the furniture in a different way, the board may cease to be a necessity. Even if the detail can be removed, traces may remain after it - this should be taken into account for the future.

The number of sides depends on the location of the bed relative to the wall and other furniture. For convenience, two sides are enough - at the end where the pillow will lie, and along the wall so as not to come into contact with it. If the sofa is perpendicular to the wall, small sides at the headboard and at the legs are enough. Moreover, their height does not have to be the same. This option provides more freedom of use and does not hinder the movement of the child.

As a rule, if the sofa has 4 sidewalls, one of them, located on the long side, will be slightly shorter - this is necessary so that the child can easily climb in or back out. Despite the fact that the sofa closed on all sides cannot be actively used for games, it is this arrangement that is the safest for kids and provides psychological comfort. To keep the structure from looking bulky, the front collar can be rounded or made through.

One of the most important criteria for choosing children's furniture is the material from which it is made. Not only the quality and reliability of the product depends on this, but also its appearance.

The frame and supports are most often made of the same material, but there are also combined models. Each of them differs in strength, service life and environmental friendliness. Therefore, if there is a choice, these indicators must be borne in mind.

• Wood is the most preferable for the manufacture of children's furniture. Naturalness and durability are valued in it, as well as a pleasant appearance.
• MDF much cheaper and more affordable, but breaks down more easily.Its appearance is quite varied and depends on the type of coating.
• Metal carcass good quality withstands loads well and will last much longer than the above options.

Both natural and synthetic materials can be used as a coating. Most often, both of these fibers are present in the fabric - it is this combination that makes the upholstery beautiful, pleasant to the touch and at the same time practical.

• Jacquard, tapestry and chenille... They attract with brightness and the presence of natural threads in the composition. However, it will be difficult to remove food or felt-tip stains from such a surface.

• Microfiber and scotch pad are more practical. Due to the special structure, they get dirty less, and if this happens, they can be easily cleaned. The bright coating is resistant to abrasion, so even after several years of use it will look like new.

In this matter, you need to focus on the tastes of the child, his interests, hobbies. The decor is mainly upholstery. It can be either monochromatic or decorated with one large pattern or many small images. Different topics:

• cartoon or book characters;
• funny and cute animals;
• transport (cars, ships, rockets, engines, etc.);
• houses, castles;
• sport;
• flowers;
• stars, month and other night symbols, etc.

The choice of colors depends on the type of fabric; modern manufacturers have it quite wide. Now there is no color binding to the gender of the child. An orange or red sofa bed is perfect for a boy, will have a positive effect on mood and increase activity. However, if the child is overly energetic, it is better to opt for warm, calm shades of blue, green or brown.

Girls love everything bright. Yellow, red, lilac and pink are their favorites. For more delicate natures, furniture in blue, turquoise or white is suitable. Do not forget that the surrounding things create the desired mood in the child and give positive emotions.

So that the purchased sofa really pleases the child, you need to take into account several nuances at once.

• Determine the correct size (both folded and unfolded). The parameters of the sofa depend on the room, the location of the furniture, as well as the height of the child himself. Folding models significantly save space for games and activities.
• Appreciate the quality of all the details of the sofa. This is especially true of the sleeping place - for children, it should be quite hard and even. Preferably, the collars have a soft finish and rounded corners. And if the product has a folding mechanism, you need to check the convenience of its use. The safety of materials is usually confirmed by certificates of conformity to standards and requirements.
• Decide on the design. We'll have to find a compromise between the beauty of the sofa and its practicality, because not all models are equally comfortable to use.
• Find out information about caring for the product. Since the sofa is not only for sleeping, it will need to be cleaned more often. If the coating requires delicate cleaning, you should get a cover.
• Select manufacturer... This will help the reviews of real buyers about the identified advantages and disadvantages of furniture during its operation.

Any parent wants to equip a cozy room where children will have a pleasant time. And first of all, the nursery should not be boring - for this, furniture with bright upholstery and unusual design is selected.So that the interior does not look overloaded with details and does not overwhelm the child, you can go the other way - choose a sofa in a neutral color and add bright details (pillows, rugs, paintings). In order for the details of the room to look harmonious, it is enough to use 2-3 matching colors and a minimum of textures.

The location of the bed is of great importance. The best solution is to install a sofa with sides in the corner of the room or along one of the walls. In this case, it is undesirable for it to be near windows, a doorway or a radiator, as well as too close to the TV screen. To save space, you can use all kinds of add-ons and systems for embedding. If the child sleeps in the parent's room, you can pick up a compact model that folds forward.

Since children grow up quickly and change their needs, furniture will need to be updated periodically. To do this as rarely as possible and avoid additional hassle, you can choose a model that has bumpers, but with a more restrained design. The same applies when the room is for two children.

For an overview of the children's sofa with sides, see the video.