Hanging bed, how to choose and fix so as not to fall

A sweet dream and a good rest after a hard working day directly depend on the proper design of a berth. A modern hanging bed is designed to provide coziness and convenience in the bedroom, as well as bring a touch of mystery and originality to the interior. Due to the wide variety of models, it is appropriate to install such a product in almost any room.

Advantages and disadvantages

As a rule, most people associate hanging models with outdoor recreation: a hammock stretched between trees sweetly beckons to lie down on it in order to calmly lie down under the sound of grass and a quiet wind. It was from there that the use of hanging beds came. It is recommended to fix the bed with the help of reliable and durable mounts, because the safety of a resting person depends on this.

Today, manufacturers offer a large number of diverse models, among which each user will be able to find an option to their liking. Before you go to choose a hanging bed in the store, you should familiarize yourself with the pros and cons of products. To begin with, it is worth highlighting a number of advantages:

Weightlessness - this design lacks legs, which creates a feeling of weightlessness and comfort. The bed seemed to soar above the surface of the floor, swaying a little. If you close your eyes, you can imagine that this is a boat that gently carries a person to the unknown distances of calm and relaxation;
Airiness - the model suspended above the floor allows light to penetrate into every corner of the room. This contributes to a visual increase in space, especially if other objects do not block the natural access of sunlight from the window;
The possibility of floor design - when the flooring remains open, the owners have unlimited possibilities for design. Here you can lay tiles with mosaics, as well as beautifully laid parquet;
Harmonious - beautiful and strong beds with a flat headboard look elegant and luxurious, even if they are made in a simple classic style.

The disadvantages of these models are not as many as the pluses. Among them, the complexity of installation is highlighted: every nuance should be taken into account when installing the structure. The need for frequent cleaning of the floor is also noted, dust particles from textiles settle under it. Some consumers emphasize swinging design as a minus product.

Mount Options

To fix the bed above the floor, you will need to apply the following measures. First of all, you need to purchase all the necessary fasteners. Today, furniture makers distinguish several types of fixing the product above the floor:

Ceiling
Wall;
Combined.

Each of these types of mounts has its own characteristics, so it is worth considering them separately, highlighting the main nuances.

Ceiling

Mounting ceiling hanging beds is considered one of the most common. When looking at such furniture, thoughts about hammocks or garden swings come. The most important factor in designing this type of fixation is the correct calculation of the ceiling load. At the same time, you can attach a hanging bed to the ceiling in several ways:

At different points;
At one point.

When choosing mounting on 4 support holders, pay attention to the type of material. Furniture manufacturers suggest using chains, metal structures, reinforced decorative ropes. Choosing an option for suspension, do not forget about the maximum load on one support. With proper calculations, the bed will stay firmly and for a long time under the ceiling.

The distance from the floor to the frame is selected independently, based on the needs of the consumer. The most optimal height from the floor is 30 cm.

There are several nuances when installing the structure at 4 mounting points. Manufacturers claim that it is not worth fixing a bed near windows or walls - this will lead to damage to surfaces. During operation, the bed can swing and touch the wall or window. The installation process itself is carried out in several hands: a hole is made in each corner where ropes or chains are fixed. After this, installation on the ceiling takes place.

A hanging bed on chains can be fixed at one point on the ceiling: this move applies to circular structures. Around the circumference of the product, holes are made where a cable or a thin nylon rope is fixed. This type of mount will be relevant in a light and relaxed interior, in the style of tropical bungalows or eco.

Wall

More interesting and mysterious is the hanging bed mount to the wall. If you look at this design, you would think that the product is hanging in the air. This effect is achieved by fixing the furniture for one of the parts to the wall. At the same time, the person does not see how the bed is fixed. The design is no less stable than the ceiling version.

Recently, fixing a product for only one of the backs has become not so popular, because the work is considered complex and long, requires increased attention and accuracy. There was a little trick: to fix the product in the corner of the room. This is how another fulcrum appears, which will not allow the structure to collapse. The designers came up with another life hack: they equipped a soaring bed with a central leg against the wall for added stability.

Another interesting option for fixing to the wall is the type of berth in the train:

A hanging bed is mounted on the wall due to metal cables or ropes;
Supports are mounted on the side of the product, creating a clamshell effect;
This mount allows you to place one bed over another to save space.

This option of wall mounting is often used by parents to design a children's room where two children live. Such a move not only saves space, but significantly diversifies the interior of the room. Little fidgets will like this kind of beds - they will be satisfied and will happily go to bed. A hanging bed fixed to the wall creates the effect of a soaring cloud. If you choose bedding in white and blue tones, you can inadvertently feel yourself in a fairy tale, where a mysterious plane carries to the world of sleep.

Combined

The most reliable and safe type of attachment of a hanging bed is considered a combined option. It implies the simultaneous fixing of the product against the wall and on the ceiling. This is how the strength of the hanging structure is ensured: a person may not worry about a possible fall during sleep, and caring parents can happily choose this type of fixation for their children.

A bed under a rectangular or square type ceiling can easily withstand installation in this way. It consists of the following stages:

In the corners of the headboard structure, holes are made for fixing near the wall - these fasteners will not be visible;
In the lower part of the bed, holes are made on the remaining two corners for fixing cables or ropes, which are then suspended by hooks on the ceiling.

Do not assume that only the supports themselves play a role in the installation, because the type of ceiling is of paramount importance. For example, when installed on a plasterboard ceiling, there is a huge risk of collapse if the metal profiles were not installed correctly. If the installation is carried out independently, it is better to consult with a specialist in this field.

Having examined all three varieties of fastening of suspended structures, we can conclude that the combined type of fixation is considered the most reliable option. The most unusual and original can be called a wall view, and the most common is a ceiling analog.

Ideas for placement in the interior

To make the house comfortable as well as in a garden hammock, you need to approach the issue of placing a hanging bed correctly. Below are some ideas for the location of floating structures in a stylish interior. Original pendant beds are used for decoration - photos clearly demonstrate the abundance of models.

Placement	Type of bed and mount	Additional furniture
Attic	Rectangular bed with a combined type of fixation against the wall and ceiling.	Thanks to the sloping ceiling, it is very convenient to fix the bed in the attic. Part of the head is attached to the wall, and part of the legs is fixed to the ceiling with ropes. The interior is complemented by original hinged cabinets, fixed on the same principle. The blue bedding against the background of the wooden frame of the structure looks appropriate. In this way, you can arrange both a nursery and a bedroom.
Terrace or porch	Rectangular single bed on chains with ceiling mount.	A great option for a summer residence is to place a bed for relaxation on the terrace. Such a product will look more comfortable if you design it like a durable thick board, where to lay a small mattress and pillow. It is unlikely to be used as intended for night sleep, but for a day's rest it will be a great option.
Bedroom	A round berth fixed on several supports to the ceiling at one point.	This type of hanging bed will become appropriate in the eastern interior. You can lay a beautiful Turkish carpet with patterns on the floor under the product. The place around the bed is made out at will - it can also be left empty.
Dormitory	Children's bed on the supports from the wall in combination with a stationary model.	If there is not enough space in the apartment and the parents are forced to sleep in the same room with the child, there is a way out. It is possible to place an adult stationary bed opposite the window, and above it fix the child's berth with wall fixation.

The number of applications in the interior depends only on the imagination and wishes of the owners. This design fits perfectly into the interior of a country house, cottage, and in a spacious urban apartment.

Dormitory

Attic

Veranda

Bedroom

Backlight and its nuances

To diversify the interior a little, you can not only install a soaring bed, but equip it with lighting. For this, several types of lighting are used at once:

Chandeliers - these light sources will be appropriate in hanging round beds: they are located in the center of the point mount. In this case, the chandelier highlights only the design itself, without affecting the room. To feel comfortable it is better to choose the warm light of the lamps;
Lamps above the bed in the bedroom - pendant lamps look great if they match the style of the product. They can be placed on the sides of the head, they will be especially relevant for wall mounting structures;
Bottom lighting - with the help of such decorative lighting, the interior is decorated in modern styles: techno, minimalism, hi-tech. The LED backlight itself is located on the lower edge of the bed frame - it becomes visible even from under the bedding.

Modern designs of hanging beds impress with originality and individuality. Each year, designers come up with new shapes and silhouettes, so they can please even the most fastidious consumer. For the design of a children's room, it is better to use a combined type of fastening, and for a bedroom you can choose a ceiling or wall option.