Even before the birth of a child, it is necessary to properly equip a nursery. An important task is to buy a quality crib. Now a large variety of goods for babies is sold, differing in design, design, cost. The pendulum bed, which will be discussed in the article, is in demand.
Benefits & Features
It looks like a pendulum bed like a classic sleeping place for children. But the difference lies in the presence of a device that creates oscillatory movements. The legs of the product are fixed, only the berth is rocked, and the horizontal position is maintained.
With the help of a pendulum mechanism, motion sickness is simulated on my mother’s hands, the child calms down and falls asleep. Therefore, such a crib is a sleeping place and a cradle. The product has a long term of use, it is used as a berth from birth until the onset of 3-5 years.
The benefits of a pendulum crib include:
- Ride.
- Noiselessness.
- The presence of a motion blocker.
Product advantages are especially noticeable at night. To calm the baby, mother does not need to get up sharply. You only need to touch the crib so that the pendulum is launched.
disadvantages
Cots with a pendulum also have disadvantages:
- They have a high price.
- Often break down.
- When a child grows up, there is a risk of swaying. Therefore, you need to choose a product with a high-quality mechanism, fixed with screws. Wrought iron beds will last forever, as they do not deteriorate from mechanical shocks.
- Such products are noticeably larger in comparison with simple berths.
- It is possible that the child will get used to falling asleep due to motion sickness.
- For the movement of the pendulum you need space.
Device and types
The structural parts of the pendulum include bushings, hinges, pendulum bar. In stores, models of products with 3 types of mechanisms are sold:
- Longitudinal.
- Transverse.
- Universal.
The mechanisms differ in the swing path. With a longitudinal system, vibrations of the berth are provided back and forth. With a transverse pendulum, rocking occurs in a right-left direction. Universal mechanisms create longitudinal and transverse movements.
The amplitude of the oscillations can be in the range of 5-15 cm. According to doctors, it is advisable to choose a longitudinal swing, since such fluctuations are more favorable. Fluctuations along the body allow normal intracranial pressure to be maintained.
According to the method of swinging the cot-pendulums are manual and automatic. The product with the first mechanism works after pushing by hand. Oscillations of a berth last about 10 minutes. In electrical forms, a drive unit is used to start oscillations. This mechanism is presented in the form of a miniature electric motor with electronics. The power comes from the mains. The drive unit is installed on the fixed part of the crib.
Management can be carried out remotely using the remote control. Some models in the drive unit have a microphone; furniture with automatic swinging works when a child screams. After the onset of a voice command, the electric drive starts the pendulum. The swing lasts 10-15 minutes, after which the berth stops. If necessary, the movement is stopped manually.
Selection rules
When choosing a crib with a pendulum, many parents pay attention to external attractiveness, but this approach is not entirely true. It is important to consider the convenience and safety of the child. That is why when buying are taken into account:
- Material.
- Elements of protection.
- Features of the device.
Shapes, materials and sizes
An important structural detail is the frame. Today, manufacturers produce a large number of beds for newborns. The range includes classic models in the form of a rectangle, as well as non-standard products with a round or oval frame.
Strength, durability are determined by the material. For the production of crib pendulums for newborns, wood, MDF, plastic, laminated particleboard, metal are used. For babies, it is advisable to buy a bed made of natural material. The design with a wooden frame looks expensive and luxurious, it has a long service life.
From wooden furniture there are also available options. These include beds of pine, spruce, birch. Strong and expensive are products from beech, ash and oak. Designs differ in styles. There is unpainted wood furniture for sale, with paints and varnishes decorated with images.
Plastic frames are easy to care for, the weight of such a product is less than that of a wooden counterpart. An advantage is the affordable price. The metal frames are durable, have a long service life. But they are not too demanded because of the "coldness" of the material.
Before buying a crib, you need to ask the seller for quality certificates for the products. Unscrupulous firms use low-quality, harmful materials to reduce the cost of furniture. The structural details of the berth should be coated with non-toxic, safe water-based paints. Standard sizes are 120x60 cm. Imported models are usually 125x65 cm.
Beads
When choosing a pendulum crib with and without a drawer, you need to pay attention to the presence of sides. They are the protection of the child from falling. Sides are:
- Stationary and removable.
- Deaf rack and combined.
Typically, manufacturers create side walls in the form of a lattice structure, the side walls include frames and transverse crossbars that are installed at a specific distance. Crossbars can be created in the form of a round rod or wide strips. When buying a berth for an infant, there are 2 main requirements that apply to designs:
- Between the vertical slats of the side parts can not be more than 5-6 cm.
- The height of the sidewalls should be between 60-65 cm, measurements are carried out from the mattress to the edge of the side.
Additional protection is provided by silicone pads on the side edges and soft removable sides fixed around the perimeter of the bed. Protection details are especially relevant when the baby is moving and during teething. Thanks to the silicone pads, the baby’s gums will be protected from damage and the tree will be preserved.
Some models of transforming cots with a pendulum are supplemented with a front hinged side. The folding sidewall helps to move the baby bed closer to the parent's bed, when the child is older, he will be able to climb into his own sleeping place.
Compared to beds that have skids for fixing the height of the side, the hinged structures include piano loops. If necessary, the sidewall is folded down to the outside, in a raised form, it is fixed using latches.
Types and devices of berths
The base under the mattress should be a continuous overlapping or rack bottom. The first option is more reliable, and the price of products with a deaf base is less. The minus is associated with design features, the solid base has no gaps and holes, so there will be no air circulation between the mattress and the bottom. The mattress will not dry well, and therefore quickly deteriorate.
The rack bottom includes cross bars fixed to the frame. The lattice structure will not retain moisture inside the mattress, which is necessary for good air circulation. With a rack base, the load on the spine of the child will be correct.
Additional items
The instructions for the pendulum crib include basic information about the features of the product, the rules for assembly and use. Multifunctional furniture is now in demand, with the help of which it will be possible to optimize the space.
Cots for babies can include storage systems, changing tables, and more. Storage systems are drawers, cabinets, located at the bottom of the product or on the sides of the berth.
Security
When choosing a crib-pendulum, safety must be considered. Documents must confirm this. You should buy a berth that meets the following requirements:
- Materials approved for use by children.
- No sharp corners or rough parts.
- Reliability of connections, and even better stealth.
- Lack of small parts that can be disconnected and swallowed.
- Resistance to capsizing.
The beds with the pendulum are comfortable. With them, the child's retirement to bed is facilitated. This design will be convenient for the child and parents.
Prices
The cost of pendulum beds is slightly higher compared to conventional beds. The average price in the country is 3,000 rubles. Such models are unlikely to have a drawer, chest of drawers or a folding changing table, but the main function is excellent.
The price usually depends on the material used in the manufacture. Plastic and PVC will be cheaper compared to wood. The cost is affected by the design, type of construction, used finishing materials.
What is needed for assembly?
The instruction of the crib-pendulum will allow you to complete the assembly yourself. But first, you need to prepare the necessary equipment, unpack the furniture, check the availability of structural parts and fasteners. Perform the procedure preferably at the place of use of the crib.
To work, you need to prepare:
- Reversible key.
- Screwdriver.
- Hammer.
- Screwdriver.
Assembly
How to assemble a pendulum bed? The procedure is performed according to the following instructions:
- The rear fixed wall of the product should be located on the floor upside down. Use the screws to secure the side parts.
- Then the base is installed under the mattress. It must be placed in special grooves and fixed with screws.
- The front movable part of the crib must be inserted into the guide grooves located on the side parts, using the screws to the front wall, the free edge of the base under the mattress is fixed.
- Then the pendulum is assembled.
- It is necessary to assemble the supports, fastening the 4 components.
- On the swingarm strips, the hinges must be fixed with washers and bolts.
- The nuts are fixed to the hinges on the basis of the pendulum device. The nuts are fixed to the washers without tightening until they stop.
- On the support pendulums fix the bed body. The design is fixed by installation with bolts to the legs, and the side part with screws.
- It is necessary to install a bearing mechanism, clamps.
- Screw fasteners are closed with plugs.
So the assembly of the crib with the pendulum is carried out. With this design, comfortable conditions for falling asleep are provided. A bed with a swing system provides a calm and sweet sleep for the child.