We select the bed size: single, one and a half, double

The bedroom is the second most important place after the kitchen, since it is there that almost a third of life is spent. The bed, being the centerpiece of not only the interior of the bedroom, but also the quality of sleep, determines how comfortable this third will be for you. Therefore, an important task for those who are developing a bedroom is to choose the bed correctly. The wrong choice, unfortunately, leads to dire consequences: back pain, lack of sleep, which destroys the human nervous system, negatively affects the cognitive abilities of the brain. Even promotes weight gain. Uncomfortable sleep due to an incorrectly chosen bed is quite capable of reducing the quality of your life to a critical point. All this can be avoided if the first thing is not to think about the curtains and the color of the wallpaper, but on a cozy bed.

There are many key factors in choosing the optimal bed for comfort, from dimensions to frame. It is also necessary to take into account which mattress you will sleep on. Moreover, age also decides - adults, children, seniors, adolescents need their own size, special shape. When buying a bed, you should not forget about the external entourage of the bedroom, as the colorless furniture can easily ruin the whole impression of the room. Likewise with bedding. So, you have to think about many things. But you should not worry, because today we will talk in detail about all the important aspects related to the arrangement of the bedroom, and at the end of the article you will have all the necessary information for your bedroom to become a comfortable recreation area.

About bed sizes

The first thing to discuss right away is bed sizes. There are two measurement systems, according to which manufacturers make beds: metric and English. The latter is more popular in the United States and several European countries, where the count goes in inches; The first is considered standard, but under the standard system you need to understand the size of the mattress more than the bed. Remember that a single measurement of furniture does not exist a priori, the length or width can vary by 10-20 centimeters - everything strongly depends on the manufacturer and the country where the bed was made. In general terms, the dimensional parameters of the bed are conditionally divided into four types:

1. Standard. Dimensions in metric SI. Based on the standard system, the majority of domestic sleeping furniture is produced.
2. European. Dimensions in inch SI, the main American, European manufacturers.
3. Non-standard. Beds are not in any of the first two categories. Often these are some exclusive offers from manufacturers.
4. Customized. Beds, made to order, taking into account the individual characteristics of the complexion of the buyer. They are much more expensive than the stock range.

If your height or weight is much higher than the average, then it is worth considering the purchase of an individual bed that will be 100% suitable for your personal characteristics.

Standard

Single beds are designed for one person, whose dimensions are average. For example, a standard single bed is ideal for people of low or semi-tall height with proportional weight. One-and-a-half-beds are also designed for one person, as their width will clearly not be enough to accommodate two people. One-and-a-half sizes will suit those who like to spread widely in bed during sleep. Some people buy lorries for two small children, especially if the size of the bedroom does not allow to accommodate two full-sized beds, or the height of the room is not designed for two tiers. The double bed has one main standard - two people should sit comfortably on it, so many dvuhalki resemble a square in shape. Children's teenage beds are calculated on the child of average height of a standard build.

European standards

To simplify the table, the conversion from centimeters to inches is given with rounding, but even with small errors it can be seen that European standards of dimensions do not differ too much from classical dimensional values. Euro double bed width is a little narrower than the standard dvuhalki, but this is completely explained by the compact rooms in which Europeans live. As for cots, the size is set as a basic, since the width-length parameters vary from manufacturer to manufacturer (usually not more than 10 centimeters).

If you are interested in the standard euro, then for such beds it is best to go to IKEA - in the beloved of all, “collect it yourself” the euro-variants adapted to the metric system are sold.

Custom

Under a non-standard bed is meant not only an unusual size for retail, but also many other features. Most often, non-standard beds are purchased in finished form, but similar beds are also ordered according to their preferences based on the manufacturer’s baseline design. Usually the following beds are considered non-standard:

• With unique design;
• With original form;
• With a special size - too long, wide beds, also obviously small;
• With the expectation of several people - for example, beds for four.

It is possible to buy non-standard bed space in any furniture store, for every second manufacturer makes unusual beds for the market as an alternative to standard offers. However, remember that non-standard is made on a standard model pattern. Usually, a popular name is taken, which is modified according to some parameters, therefore, those who still want the "author's" version, it is better to contact the same furniture store, but at the same time place an order for individual production, without paying attention in principle to ready-made names.

Customized

The size of the individual bed, exactly the same as the design, color, shape and height are chosen by the client at the stage of order. Ideally, you will need to come with a ready-made bed layout and then discuss the moments of appearance with the interior designer of the selected manufacturer. The cost of individuals on average two times higher than the standard version. If the individual bed you have ordered comes with an unusual size, you will also have to look for a mattress that matches the parameters. When ordering a custom-made bed, do not forget to control the production process, make adjustments in advance so as not to throw away money for nothing.

How to choose the desired size

Since personal options will not suit the majority of the population due to the overpriced price, you will most likely have to choose a bed from the provided range in the store, and therefore you need to decide on the size of the future bed in advance. Be sure to start with preliminary measurements: estimate the area of ​​the room so that the bed fits into the room overall without making it difficult to move around the space, determine your dimensions (20-30 centimeters in total should be in stock), think about the activity during sleep so as not to disturb "your holiday. For these items, the following three parameters are technically responsible: the bed width, its height and length. The remaining items, such as the height of the sides or headboards, are taken into account last.

We are determined with the width

It is believed that for a comfortable sleep, one person will have enough width of 60 centimeters. This figure is taken from the calculation of the fact that a person will be able to properly place his body in an stretched pose. An additional ten centimeters is usually added to this indicator, so that there is not much room for maneuver around the edges. But the most convenient option is the width of a model of 90+ cm per person, so the size of a double bed is made from 180 cm. If you are not too active during sleep, the standard is ninety centimeters too large. In general, you are guided by the following keys:

1. 70 cm. For a single bed and a not very mobile person, 70 cm is an ideal variant, during which you will not feel discomfort or lack of space during sleep. This is the minimum size found in stores.
2. From 90 cm to 150. If you still like to twist, pay attention to the lorry. In terms of width, they are great for those who are uncomfortable to sleep within the boundaries of a single bed.
3. More. From 150 cm. Begin double beds. The couple will fit beds from 180 to 200 cm.

Select bed length

The optimal length of any bed is plus thirty centimeters to a person’s height. For example, if your height is 170 cm, feel free to choose a model with dimensions under 200 cm. Moreover, the last figure is a common parameter, so you will not have difficulty finding a two-meter bed. Do not forget that the "bed length" is a convention where the length of the mattress is actually taken into account. That is, a length of 200 cm is a technical parameter for the mattress, not the bed frame.

Bed height

The last is height. This figure does not affect comfort, although too high bed position from the floor may be a little embarrassing for people with short stature. Everything is quite individual here, but there are fundamental figures from which the height of the bed is determined:

• Low (from 20 to 30 cm). Naturally, in a room with low ceilings, high beds are simply not the place. Focus on the average 30 centimeters, if your bedroom is excessively "pressed down on the ceilings."
• Medium (from 40 to 60 cm). A small room can come up with an option with an average height, which in some cases even looks elegant against the background of a compact room.
• High (from 70 to 100 cm). Owners of a luxurious bedroom should think about the high royal bed. For spacious real estate a bed under one hundred centimeters is an organic design element.

Choose a bed model

Sleeping places according to the model are divided into two categories: beds for bedrooms with two supporting walls and beds for bedrooms with one supporting wall. For models with double-sided sides, the location should be middle, so that the access to the bed is on both sides. Often, manufacturers build in an additional furniture set on the sides of the bed to store various things. If you plan to put the bed against the wall, make sure that the drawers are located on the other side. If you take a bed with two supports, then choose a model with double-sided headset to unload sleeping cabinets, for example, blankets, extra bedspreads or duvet covers. Also take care of the bedside area - according to European standards, there should be a certain front space by the bed.

Optional bed accessories

After you have selected the perfect bed for the bedroom, it is important to immediately purchase a suitable mattress to it, but now it’s not about the size of the mattress, but about the characteristics of its design. You need to learn to understand the basic fillers and formats, so that later improper packing will not affect the health of your sleep. The next step will be the choice of bed linen, and only at the very end you can go to the attributes and textiles to complement the interior of the bedroom.

How to choose a mattress

Criterion number one when choosing a mattress - personal preference. People with a sore back are better to buy special orthopedic options. For those who sweat a lot, mattress with a filler made of sisal or polyurethane foam is suitable.

Linens

Among the most important moments when choosing bed linen - the fabric from which it was sewn. The child needs to buy underwear from a soft and soft material such as flax or satin, since children's skin is very susceptible to rough products. Adults need to think about the ventilation and durability of linen, for fragile fabric is quickly wiped off, and underwear that does not allow air does not let the skin breathe. The best bed fabrics are cotton, calico, terry knitwear, flannel, flax, header, silk and twill. In no case do not purchase artificial products that often cause allergic reactions due to the presence of substances harmful to the skin.

Furniture attributes

In the bedroom there is nothing more important than color harmony. It is better to think over the color solution of the bedroom from the bed, and not from painting the walls or curtains bought long ago, but dear to the heart. For a minimalist style fit light dark shades of furniture. For example, a pair: a white bed - a dark nightstand. If you want to play on contrasts, then collect several shades that are combined with each other so that the colors logically change from one attribute of furniture to another. The bedroom is decorated with additional sideboards, small closets, and compact shelves. Think about the flooring. Soft carpet - a frequent interior solution. It is placed under the bed so that it is more than comfortable to get up and lie down on your bare foot.

Decorative textiles

Finally, when you took care of the technically important aspects of the bedroom, it's time to decorate the bed with additional items to complete the interior design. The most common solutions for room decor:

• Covers. In order to preserve the hygiene of bed linen and to diversify the interior of the sleeping area, many cover the beds with special bedspreads.
• Decorative pillows. As soon as you collect the bed and cover it with a rug or bedspread, the appearance of the bed can be significantly affected by a large slide in the form of sleeping pillows. The ideal option is to hide sleeping things, and in their place unload special throw pillows.
• Covers. When it is impossible to pick up the fitting cover, there is a more practical option - a cover. Cover on the bed will reduce the time for filling the bed, as well as provide complete protection of linen from dust and other "pests".

Tips for choosing a bed for your interior

Sustain style is expensive. Especially if you picked up an unusual bed, hard to fit into the interior of the room. Elements of additional decor and design of the bedside area will always help to remove interior defects. If the bed size is too large for the proportions of the room, do not load it with additional details and extra pillows, which will turn the bed into a scaring fortress. Also do not forget about the highlight: even the minimalist design is decorated with a unique detail such as a patterned back or leather headboard.

Conclusion

Remember the main thing: the decor and interior - minor things in comparison with the bed, which should be more comfortable than beautiful. If it happened that your chosen bed does not fit into the final design of the room, accessories, textiles, decorative elements or additional furniture will help you to divert attention from interior flaws.