As you know, a third of his life a person spends in a dream, that is, in bed, so the choice of furniture in the bedroom should be treated with all responsibility. The tatami beds will create coziness, pacification and add Japanese charm to the interior .
general information
The basis of Eastern wisdom says: all objects are required to accumulate and radiate life-giving energy. Preference is given to natural materials. Simplicity of forms, smooth, non-textured surface, restrained colors - this is what the Japanese traditionally choose.
Tatami beds are hard springless mattresses or mats that are located on low supports. This bed is recommended for people with spinal problems. Natural filler consists of rice straw, which is laid according to special technology. Spiky material is securely insulated with a cotton cover. Impregnation protects against the accumulation of bacteria, the penetration of parasites. The warm mattress does not squeeze and keeps its shape perfectly for many years.
Lifting tatami beds
As a rule, such furniture does not have a back. The main decoration becomes a chic headboard, which is individual for each model. The convenient design is lifted using a special lifting system, and the linen is hidden in a roomy drawer.
Recently, such specimens have been in high demand among buyers. Why is this happening? The fact is that under a regular bed something constantly rolls up, throws, crawls or hides (this is true for families with small children or animals). In addition, in small apartments there is always a shortage of free space. A pile of furniture makes an already tiny room look like a warehouse. To solve this problem, linen boxes helped.
Lifting mechanisms are of different types:
- a bed based on a metal frame, which consists of two steel springs (the cheapest option);
- options with the possibility of horizontal or vertical opening with a gas lift that compensates for the weight of the entire hinged base.
The raised sleeping surface has a certain weight, on which the choice of mechanism depends. According to manufacturers, a quality bed is designed for 50 cycles of raising and lowering. In this case, the lifting mechanism provides trouble-free access to the laundry compartment.
Tatami beds with leather headboard
The use of natural and artificial materials for upholstery contributes to the fact that the product has an elegant, if not “smart” look. That is why many people prefer tatami leather beds. They give a respectable look to any interior.
Their massive headboard is pulled into the skin, making beds look like huge sofas. Using this upholstery material has two important advantages:
- any stain can be removed with a cloth dampened in soapy water;
- the average life of the upholstery is ten years.
Design
Japanese tatami beds are available in the market in different variations - from laconic oriental to bright and extraordinary fusion.
Designs with chrome elements perfectly fit into the hi-tech interior, and playful models of luxurious shapes are suitable for the baroque.
You do not like oriental charm with its laconicism? No problem! Just for fans of the extraordinary, products with a round base are produced (classic tatami have a simple rectangle). As for the color scheme, it depends only on your taste preferences.
Tatami bed: reviews
Today you can find a lot of feedback on the operation of such berths.
As some buyers note, furniture was purchased because it is now fashionable. People learned about a hard mattress only when the goods arrived home. A few weeks of adaptation, many compared with hell (remember the tale "The Princess and the Pea"). However, many tatami owners claim that, having become accustomed to Japanese asceticism, now they will never agree to exchange their Spartan bed for a luxurious soft bed.
Pay attention to negative reviews: they are most often associated with the unprofessionalism of the manufacturer who used low-quality materials. It could be cheap upholstery, poor fixtures, an unsuccessful lift mechanism. By the way, the consumer is also responsible for the quality, albeit indirect: agree, you cannot save money and get an excellent model for the price of a second-hand spring bed.
What you should pay special attention to
So, if you decide to make a purchase, you should consider the following aspects:
- The tatami bed, the photo of which you saw in the catalog, may not fit your interior at all. Take a few pictures of the room, show the designer. Perhaps he will tell you the best option.
- Decide what you want: furniture with a lifting mechanism or without it? In this case, pay attention to the types of structures, ask the consultants about their reliability and factory warranty.
- No less important is the laundry compartment. Think about whether you need it? Owners of huge bedrooms may not appreciate all the advantages of this small device.
- Do not forget about the mattress. It is best to give preference to a natural filler. A cheap analogue can cause an allergic reaction, do not have orthopedic properties and quickly lose shape.
The tatami beds guarantee a deep relaxation of the body during sleep. An orthopedic mat is responsible for relaxing the cervical vertebrae and back. And the presence of such furniture in your room will give it an elusive oriental flavor, create the illusion of spaciousness.