What materials to choose for a double cabin bed for children?

Summary: The choice of non-toxic, durable materials, such as solid wood, is essential for a double trundle bed for children, guaranteeing safety and comfort. Cabania uses eco-friendly paints and natural finishes to create a healthy, aesthetically pleasing environment that complies with safety standards for children's bedrooms. 

Choosing the right materials for a child's double trundle bed is crucial to their safety and comfort. You undoubtedly want to offer your child a safe and pleasant resting space, balancing the dream of a tree house with the solidity of a sturdy bed. On this page, we'll explore what you need to consider to ensure your child's safety and well-being.

We're talking about non-toxic materials, durable structures and guaranteed stability. By opting for natural materials like solid wood, you're betting on durability and aesthetics. Finally, we'll look at eco-friendly finishes such as paints and varnishes, to help you create a healthy, protected environment for your child's nights. 

Safety criteria for a double cabin bed for children

The importance of non-toxic materials for a double cabin bed

When it comes to furnishing your child's bedroom, ensuring his or her safety is paramount. An essential aspect to consider is the choice of non-toxic materials. Children spend a great deal of time in their bedrooms, and are particularly sensitive to potentially hazardous chemical substances.

There is a growing awareness of the need to use products free from volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which can be released by certain types of paint or varnish used on furniture. According to a study conducted by the French National Agency - 2021, some 70% of parents now prefer to opt for certified VOC-free furniture to ensure a healthy environment for their children.

Sturdy structures: ensuring the stability of the double cabin bed

Structural stability is a major concern when choosing a double cabin bed. For this reason, solid wood as the main material can be a wise choice. The solid pine used by Cabania offers not only durability, but also natural resistance to the daily knocks and bumps that this type of playful installation might experience.

Here are a few things to consider:

• Rounded edges: avoid the risk of injury thanks to carefully polished corners and edges;
• Integrated, sturdy bed base: contributes to sleep comfort and reinforces the overall strength of the unit;
• Safety ladder with non-slip treads if the model includes access to the upper level.

Natural materials for a double cabin bed

Solid wood: a durable and aesthetic choice

Opting for solid wood in the design of a double cabin bed is a wise decision that combines durability and elegance. This noble material, such as the pine used by Cabania, not only ensures unrivalled sturdiness but also lends the furniture a timeless aesthetic. Solid pine stands out for its ability to withstand the hazards of everyday life while retaining its natural charm.

The use of pine also avoids the emission of harmful chemical substances, which is crucial in a child's bedroom where every detail counts to ensure a healthy environment. What's more, this wood species naturally possesses antibacterial properties, offering additional protection against everyday germs.

Here are a few points to consider:

• Increased safety: rounded edges considerably reduce the risk of injury;
• Optimum support: an integrated slat base reinforces the overall structure while ensuring comfort and stability;
• Custom fit: available in a range of finishes to match a variety of decorative styles.

Organic textiles for a healthy environment

When it comes to bedding, incorporating organic textiles plays an active part in creating a space conducive to rest without compromising health or the environment. Choose covers made from organic cotton or renewable bamboo - two materials renowned for their softness and natural hypoallergenic properties.

Integrating these carefully selected elements into innovative designs like the one offered by Cabania means offering much more than just a piece of furniture. You create a secure cocoon where your offspring can thrive day after day.

Finishes and treatments for a double cabin bed

Eco-friendly paints for a double cabin bed

The application of eco-friendly paints to children's furniture is a crucial step that ensures not only aesthetics but also health and safety. These paints, free from harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs), ensure that your child lives in a healthy environment. A wise choice may be to opt for products certified by labels such as Ecolabel Européen or Natureplus.

Cabania, for example, uses these specific types of coverings to ensure both durability and unconditional respect for children's well-being. The colors are often inspired by nature itself: soft shades reminiscent of raw wood or soothing pastels conducive to sleep.

Here are just a few of the advantages of eco-friendly paints:

• Increased safety: total or near-total absence of toxic fumes;
• Aesthetically pleasing: wide color range for customization according to individual preferences ;
• Functional diversity: enhanced resistance to everyday wear and tear thanks to innovative formulations specifically designed for intensive domestic use.

Natural oils and varnishes to protect wood

The combined use of varnishes and natural oils offers optimum protection against external aggression, while maintaining the visual integrity of the original material. In particular, carnauba wax and linseed oil are preferred, processed ecologically without additional solvents potentially harmful to human and animal health. This holistic approach promotes the long-term preservation of the innate beauty of each unique piece handcrafted with care by Cabania's talented artisans.

Particular attention must also be paid to the surface finish itself: opt for delicate hand polishing to accentuate the natural grain and authentic texture of the wood species chosen during the initial design of your personalized family project.

Here are the benefits of natural oils and varnishes:

• Durable protection: preserves the structural quality of the furniture despite the passage of time and the various weather conditions encountered daily in the modern home;
• Refined look: enhances the overall look of the room, blending perfectly with the existing décor of the dream nursery;
• Easy care: simplified maintenance allows busy parents to maintain impeccable cleanliness and hygiene in their beloved offspring's precious personal space day after day.

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