Some parents are faced with the question of arranging a children's bed. But it is especially difficult to solve this problem when there are several children in the family and it is not possible to provide each child with a separate room. Children's folding bed will save space in the room. But you need to approach carefully to her choice.
Types of clamshells
Modern manufacturers offer a large selection of clamshells. The frame is usually made of aluminum or steel. And the basis can be: stretched fabric, stretched fabric on springs, steel lamellas stretched on springs, multilayer wooden plates, as well as a combined material of wooden lamellas and fabric stretched on springs.
Valuable tips and advice
When choosing a cot for your child, pay special attention to the mattress. If you want to protect your baby from unnecessary problems with the spine, then choose a mattress with a good level of firmness. The filling and upholstery of the mattress must be free of toxic substances and contribute to the occurrence of an allergic reaction. The same applies to the rest of the clamshell. Choose a product made from natural materials.
Examine the clamshell carefully and read what materials it is made of. It is good if the mattress is fixed on the bed with the help of special fasteners or Velcro. During sleep, it should not slide off. A mattress that is not attached to a children's folding bed can cause not only inconvenience, but also a fall in a dream, injury.
The child should not have difficulty cleaning the bed (older age). Therefore, the mechanism for folding and unfolding the berth should be simple and safe, work flawlessly, which even a child can handle. If the folding bed has wheels, then this will greatly facilitate its movement around the room.
Keep in mind that your baby should feel as good on a cot as on a bed or sofa. Therefore, parents should take full account of the child's opinion. Only after making sure that the child is comfortable on a clamshell, you can safely buy it.
To significantly extend the life of a baby cot, follow these simple rules. Do not under any circumstances exceed the permissible load on the sleeping berth. Adults shouldn't even try to lie down or sit on the cot. Do not let children step on top of it or jump. The springs may deform and the base will sag. Protect the frame from impacts to avoid mechanical damage to aluminum or steel pipes. Following these simple rules, you will extend the service life of the clamshell, it will delight your child and you with its convenience and compactness for a long time.
