How to choose a desk-transformer?
A writing desk is without a doubt an important attribute in a home. The so-called transforming tables are gaining more and more popularity. Many have already managed to verify the practicality of such furniture and appreciate its benefits.
Special features
Transformer is called such furniture, the design of which can be changed depending on the needs of the owner. By purchasing a similar piece of furniture, you can solve many problems. The table can be made more convenient during operation, and to avoid many of the unpleasant consequences associated with improper placement behind it. It can also be modified beyond recognition and, for example, turned into a bed. Thereby solving the problems of small housing. And, of course, save.
Kinds
Based on the design features of the table, it may be possible:
- change its height. This feature allows you to adjust the height of the tabletop to the height of a particular person. A more comfortable stay at the table in such a case is ensured. This measure is the prevention of many diseases of the spine;
- changing it height and angle countertop. Especially true for schoolchildren. After all, the time of their stay at the table is great, and the children's organism is in the stage of formation. Therefore, such models will help reduce the load on the cervical spine and minimize the likelihood of its diseases and pinching;
- changing it height and size of the table top. Such a model implies a folding version of the tabletop. This is necessary if you have a need not only for a small writing table, but also for an additional place to carry out any work. For example, to create drawings;
- general change the appearance of the furniture. This option involves the transformation of the table, for example, in the bed and vice versa. These are quite practical models. They are often used with a shortage of space in the room. Now on the market are many variations of such models.They are really convenient, practical, often have an original design and are able to solve many problems.
Based on the material of manufacture (often a transforming table combines a combination of materials), The following models differ:
- if it is a table with height adjustment, then usually its supports are made of metal, and the table top is made of wood, its artificial counterparts, or red-hot glass;
- children's desks, implying the possibility of changing the height and angle of the tabletop, most often made of wood, its analogs or plastic. The bases of such models are usually reinforced with metal;
- tables, which by one movement of the hand turn into another type of furniture, are most often made of wood or its analogues - chipboard or MDF.
The adjustment system can be:
- Mechanical
- Electric
Mechanical, in turn, is subdivided into helical and stepped. Such a system is considered the most reliable because of the simplicity of its device.
The screw adjustment mechanism involves changing the height of the table by rotating its supports or, much less often, the table top itself.
The step system is the change in the height of the table legs by extending the inner leg from the outeror vice versa, and their fixation with plugs that are inserted into specially prepared holes. You can also change the height of the furniture by installing the table top in the groove installed above or below the previous one on the supports. The angle of the tabletop in this case is changed by shifting the stop into the desired groove.
The electrical system is more convenient than the first option. Adjusting the table this way is easy, simple and quick. However, such models are very expensive.
How to choose?
When choosing a table for a student, give preference to "growing" desks with the ability to change the angle of the tabletop. Such a model will not only preserve the health of the child, but also save you from unnecessary expenses in the future. After all, children grow very quickly, the usual table will eventually have to be changed to a more suitable option. And many transforming models are designed for ages from primary school to graduation.
Choosing the color of furniture for children, stop the preference on the tones of inconspicuous. Because bright saturated colors will distract the child from the learning process.
Be critical of plastic furniture.Poor quality material may give off harmful fumes to the atmosphere. It is better to opt for such material as wood - the most eco-friendly material.
The adjustment mechanism is also of great importance. If you are not going to regulate the children's table all the time, but only as the child grows, Do not spend money on the electric adjustment mechanism. Mechanical, in this case, will be quite enough.
If you like while working at the table or have to frequently change your body position, for example, work while sitting, then standing, then you should prefer the electrical adjustment system.
If there is not enough space in the room, and you need to fit several interior objects, take a closer look, depending on your needs, to such transformers as bed table, wardrobe tableor for example table, transforming into a chest of drawers.
The problem of table loosening due to the curvature of the floors can be solved with the help of models, in which each leg of the table can be adjusted separately. Finally, you will be spared the need to enclose something under them.
If you combine a desk with a table for receiving guests, then a folding tabletop is your option.
This model will also be relevant for those who need both options - in the desk and in a larger version. For example, workers engaged in drawings.
For information on how to choose a desk-transformer, see the following video.
Models
An example of a successful version of the "growing" desk for the student. The base of the furniture is made of metal - the most reliable and durable material. And the table top is made of MDF. Calm color will not distract the child from the thought process.
A dresser with a rotary table is a great combination of spaciousness and, at the same time, compactness. If desired, the tabletop can be made a continuation of the dresser, place it under a straight angle to the dresser or push it in at all.
This model combines two items - a table and a bed. A great example of saving space in a room.