School Furniture is an important investment be it Bunk beds, Nursery Furniture or school benches
All of these items are important if you are setting up a school or if you are looking at replacing the existing furniture. We can provide you expert tips on these and provide you a deal which is worth its weight in gold
Nursery Furniture
One of the many nice things about having a baby is choosing the furniture for the nursery.
Nowadays there are seemingly endless options in the nursery furniture sector. A few of the useful furniture things
Cots and Cot Beds
In general terms the first piece of furniture that a parent needs to think about is what the baby will sleep in. There are two primary choices here -- cots and cot beds.
A cot bed does the same job as a cot but, when the baby turns into a toddler, the cot bed can be changed from a cot into the bed (usually by taking off the sides).
The principal difference between the two is that the cot bed can last up to five or six years depending on the size of the child whilst a cot will need to be replaced after a year or two.
Changing Tables and Dressers
Parents also need to think about where they will change the baby's nappies. Again, there are two main options here -- changing tables and changing dressers.
A changing table is a simple table that may have a shelf underneath and a changing mat on top.
A changing dresser is a sturdier version of a changing table -- these pieces of furniture usually look like dressing tables/large bedside cabinets and generally have drawers incorporated into them. The changing mat goes on the top of the dresser.
Nursery Storage
It includes cabinets, storage boxes and dressers/cabinets. Many nursery wardrobes will come with hanging space and with drawers which can useful
Materials and Finishes
Made from
wood,
veneers or
artificial materials.
Wooden furniture tends to cost more but more sold and durable. However, non-wood furniture may be lighter and will usually last long enough to see the child through until they need more adult designs.
Safety
It is essential that parents think about safety before making any purchase.
Well-made and constructed and that it doesn't have sharp edges or rough areas.
Tighten all screws and bolts appropriately.
Make sure you buy furniture that comes with an accredited safety rating such as the BSI Kite Mark and the European CE marking, for example.