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A SmartBed fold away bed is the perfect addition to a kid’s playroom; it allows you to create a multi-purpose zone that can seamlessly transform from playroom to spare bedroom in an instant. Read on to learn some great tips to create an amazing multi-functional space for your children’s imagination to run wild.

Clever Storage Solutions

While it’s important for a playroom to be fun, it must also be practical. Having some organisation in the space will keep toys together and ensure they are easy for kids to access and pack up when needed. Open shelving, storage boxes and loads of cupboards will conceal toys and games when you want to transform the room for another purpose. Also remember that wall storage is ideal for freeing up floor space and reducing trip hazards so utilise wall hooks and racks for hanging up costumes, dolls clothes and other lightweight items.

A Creative Colour Palette

A playroom is one zone where you can really be bright and bold. Bright colours such as yellow and orange exude happiness and inspire creativity. Decorative wall papers and educational wall hangings are perfect for growing minds and a blackboard wall allows children to draw with chalk any time, enabling them to practice writing words and numbers and creating colourful masterpieces to be proud of.

Inspiring Playroom Equipment

What’s a playroom without toys, games, and fun-filled activities? For art and crafts enthusiasts, a dedicated painting and craft station allows children to be creative without damaging furniture and flooring. For babies and toddlers, soft play equipment in bright fun colours will help them grow and develop, for primary school kids a reading station and dress-up area will inspire imaginative play. Older children might love a television and PlayStation would be perfect – the options are endless.

A Fold Away Bed

A single folding bed or double wall bed will instantly make the room multifunctional, which is what most inner-city families need. An open playroom can be quickly transformed into a guest room for sleepovers or for when relatives come to visit. Choose a custom wall bed with bespoke cabinetry for the ultimate playroom – when the kids outgrow the zone simply turn it into a home gym, study, or studio!

If you are worried about taking up space to create a playroom for your children to enjoy, a fold away bed from SmartBed is the perfect bed solution. This space-saving addition will allow you to transition from guest bedroom to playroom and back again in minutes. If you want to know more about our wall beds or to order a space-saving cabin bed today, get in touch with our friendly team online or by calling  03 9531 5331.

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The Function of the Room

Think about how the room will be used when the in-wall bed is not in use. There are many helpful additions you can incorporate such as shelving, drawers and desks to optimise the functionality of the space. if you’re using the room as a guest bedroom that doubles as a home office, you should consider cabinetry that contains the necessary desk and storage you need to function properly as an office as well as a bedroom. If it’s a home gym, ensure the wall bed is mounted in a location which still allows enough room for your fitness equipment when in use.

The Measurements of the Room

Measuring your space accurately is essential before you purchase your wall bed. Spend some time drawing up a plan of the room which includes all measurements, this will help you to check proportions and ensure there is enough space for the bed when it’s both folded up and folded down.

The Location of Windows and Electrical Outlets

It may seem obvious, but choosing a windowless wall is optimal. If you don’t have any walls without windows, you may need to consider a vertical wall bed which can be installed neatly between two windows. You should also be aware of the location of power sockets and switches to ensure you still have easy access to plug in power cords when the bed is in use.

Any Hanging Light Fixtures or Ceiling Fans

If your room has ceiling fans and or pendant lighting, you will need to ensure the wall mounted bed can fold up and down without interference. If not, you may need to engage an electrician to replace the fan or hanging light with slimline, ceiling mounted fixtures instead.

The Surrounding Décor

The cabinetry surrounding the wall beds is available in a wide range of colours and finishes to suit almost any interior colour scheme and décor. Consider the look of the rest of the room and entire home or apartment and design your wall mounted bed to match in and complement the rest of the space.

Installing a wall mounted SmartBed is the perfect space-saving solution for almost any property. Ideal for smaller homes, lofts, student accommodation, apartments and multi-purpose spaces, our custom wall beds are tailored to suit your individual specifications. For more information or for a free quote, get in touch with us online now or give our friendly team a call on 03 9531 5331 today.

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Maintain a Healthy Weight

Studies have shown that sleep deprivation can disrupt the hormones that regulate the appetite meaning individuals who don’t get sufficient sleep may have a bigger appetite, less motivation to exercise and consume more calories, often turning to caffeine and sugar to combat fatigue and lack of energy. Short sleep duration is one of the strongest risk factors for obesity with both children and adults with sleeping problems up to 50% more likely to develop obesity in their lifetime.

Improve Concentration and Productivity

Sleep is vital for many aspects of brain function, including cognition, concentration, productivity, and performance. Poor sleep has been shown to impair brain function, with studies showing short sleep can negatively impact the brain to a similar degree as alcohol intoxication. On the contrary, good sleep can improve problem-solving skills, concentration and enhance memory performance.

Lower the Risk of Heart Disease and Stroke

Sleep quality and duration are believed to be linked to chronic diseases, including heart disease. Research has shown that people who sleep 7–8 hours per night are at a much lower risk of heart disease or stroke than those with short sleep routines.

Reduce Anxiety and Depression

Sleep and mental health have shown to be closely connected. Sleep deprivation affects your psychological state and mental health, particularly for those with a sleeping disorder. While there are continued studies to the mechanisms of sleep, scientists have discovered that sleep disruption, which affects levels of neurotransmitters and stress hormones, wreaks havoc in the brain and can impair thinking and emotional regulation. Poor sleep quality may also be a risk factor for developing an anxiety disorder, and it can worsen the symptoms of current anxiety disorders and even prevent recovery.

Improve Immunity

Getting at least 8 hours of sleep provides essential support to the immune system. In recent years, research has delved deep into the links between sleep and physical health, and it has become abundantly clear that sleep and the immune system are closely connected. The immune system is fundamental to healing wounds, warding off infections, and protecting against chronic illnesses. Getting consistent, high-quality sleep enables a strong and well-balanced immune defence while lack of sleep, and poor sleep quality can interfere with the healthy functioning of the immune system and increase the risk of infection and disease.

Given the importance of sleep for optimal physical and mental health, it’s important you make it a priority to get a sufficient amount of uninterrupted sleep every night.

For the highest quality slumber, you can’t past SmartBed wallbeds. Manufactured in Australia using premium Laminex™ products, our wall beds are suited to any home, apartment, renovation or commercial application, giving you back the space you need without compromising on style or comfort. Get in touch with the Smart Bed team today online or by calling 03 9531 5331..

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Free Up Valuable Floor Space

In most Australian homes, floor space is at a premium. Whether you have a small studio apartment or an area that adapts for multiple uses, when you don’t have much space to spare, it may not be practical to have a queen bed take up most of the floor space. That doesn’t mean you have to settle for a single bed or fold-out sofa bed. Conserve space and enjoy a larger mattress by installing a wall bed. Wall beds take advantage of the vertical space by folding up during the day or when not in use, ensuring the bed doesn’t take up valuable floor space and giving you more room for everyday activities.

Create a Multifunctional Room

Wall beds are the ideal way to creatively transform a spare room into a designated home office, home gym, play room or art studio without giving up your guest accommodation. The majority of the time, the room can serve you and your family as you need it to yet it can be instantly transformed into a guest room when friends come to stay. Simply move any furniture to the side and pull the wall bed down into a horizontal position. You can utilize the space to the fullest while still having a cosy place for guests to stay. Not only does a wall bed allow spare rooms to perform multiple functions, the piece itself can be dual-purpose as there are options equipped with pull-out desks and cabinetry!

Sleep Comfortably

Many people wonder if wall beds will be comfortable, the truth is hideaway wall beds are just as comfortable to sleep on as traditional beds. Featuring the same thick and supportive mattresses that you would find in normal bedroom suites, they swing down in one complete motion with no folding of the mattress required. Wall beds are guaranteed to provide a far more comfortable experience than fold out sofa beds or air mattresses that guests are often subjected to.

Customise the Appearance and Function

Today’s contemporary wall beds can be completely customised to complement the interior scheme of any house or apartment. By day your wall bed will resemble an attractive cabinet that has been perfectly crafted to suit your décor, by night it transforms to a comfortable bed that has been customised with features to meet your needs. When designing a bespoke wall bed you can choose from:

• Single, double or queen-size mattresses
• Vertical or horizontal orientation
• Various cabinetry finishes
• Cabinet doors and shelving designs that provide practical storage
• Multi-use designs that provide extra functionality when not in use as a bed
• Custom hardware to match other furniture or existing fittings

Made from superior materials, a high quality wall bed is a real investment piece purpose-built for your space and designed to last for years. 

Whether you’re looking for sophisticated solution for a small space or a simply wanting to maximise the functionality of a spare room, a SmartBed wall bed option is the perfect choice for you. Get in touch with us today and let our team customize a wall bed system to meet your needs. Call us today on 03 9531 5331. or get a free quote online now.

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