Any children's furniture should be chosen carefully, but special requirements must be made to the children's table, since the child's he alth will depend on the correct fit for many years.
Features of adjustable tables
At the table or desk, any child spends a large amount of time. A preschooler draws and sculpts, a schoolchild also reads and does homework, not to mention a high school student or a student: in addition to studying, a computer is added. If the child sits at the table incorrectly throughout childhood, he is provided with he alth problems: scoliosis, blurred vision, problems with the joints. Just the right table will help you avoid these problems.
The best option is an adjustable table, it is able to adapt to the growth of the child and will last for many years without loss of functionality and benefit.
The essence of an adjustable table is that it is a kind of transformer that adjusts to the height and build of the child: its legs rise higher or lower so that the tabletop is at the correct level, its slope also changes so that the child holds his head and arms straight, without tension.
From what can beadjustable table made
Today there are several models of such tables on the market. First of all, they differ in the type of execution - there are wooden, plastic and metal frames.
Plastic tables tend to have an attractive appearance and are especially suitable for younger children. They are light and mobile, do not take up much space. Their bright appearance is able to motivate the child to follow him. Plastic is not afraid of water, a damp cloth or sponge, so you can safely draw, sculpt and play with water behind it.
For older children, a wooden adjustable table will do. The tabletop is usually made of chipboard, which gives it strength, and the frame is made of metal, which gives a margin of safety for many years to come. Often these models are on wheels for greater mobility.
There are models made of solid wood, they are heavier and bulkier, but also more reliable. In addition, it is less likely that a small child will knock over such a table on himself.
Design Options
As for the configuration and design of tables, there are usually two options:
- separate table;
- desk, that is, a table with a bench.
The first option is more convenient for an adult child - the chair can be moved as close or far from the table as you like, but this same chair will have to be purchased separately. The desk is fully equipped, and the bench is at the right distance from the tabletop, so the desk is more convenient for small children.children: you do not need to control how the child sits all the time.
Also, such a student's table, adjustable in height, is often completed in addition to the table top and a shelf above it, where you can put books or writing utensils. There are also those that are equipped with boxes for stationery and textbooks.
There are simpler models that only extend the legs - the table with adjustable height grows with the child. But for proper writing, it is better to have an inclined tabletop. It can rise from the base at different angles, or it can be a design with adjustable legs.
Adjustable children's table: sizes
As a rule, there are two types of tables on the market - long and short, which allows them to be placed in both large and small rooms.
A full-sized desk usually has a tabletop length of 115-120 centimeters. This is enough to lay out textbooks or do creativity. There are also small desks with a tabletop length of 75-80 centimeters. This is enough to do homework or draw, but for more comfort, you can add a table with a cabinet or side shelf. The depth of any desk is usually 55-58 centimeters.
The height of the adjustable table can increase with the growth of the child, and, as a rule, such models are suitable for babies from 5 years old to infinity, that is, from a height of 120 centimeters to 2 meters. To ensure comfort in this height range, table heights typically vary from 53 to 78 or even 80 centimeters.
There are also tables for kids, their height is usually adjusted within 30-50 centimeters.
Producers
Today it is not a problem to buy an adjustable table on the market. There are many offers of imported and domestic manufacturers for different budgets. For example, in Ikea you can buy a student adjustable table "Flisat", in which the height and angle of the tabletop is adjustable. And for a teenage room, you can buy a table "Skarsta", however, it is adjustable only in height.
Among domestic manufacturers, we can single out Demi Mebel, Astek, and Vital. For example, "Astek" offers desks with anti-vandal coating, from which a felt-tip pen or pen can be easily erased, with a mechanical height and tilt adjustment system. Astek models look very attractive, as the frame can be made in different colors. Many additional items are also produced: pull-out cases, cabinets, side and hinged shelves, chairs.
"Dami" offers several collections of furniture: from laconic and budget classics to non-standard design solutions. There are also tables made of solid birch. All collections have different tabletop lengths and up to 9 steps of its inclination (up to 26 degrees).
From foreign manufacturers we can mention "Kettler", whose tables are produced in Germany. School desks are made of environmentally friendly chipboard made in Germany. All these tablesprovided to the smallest detail: the child will not be able to change the angle of the desk or the height, will not get hurt, does not injure his fingers, stuck in the crack. At the same time, the desk moves easily to free up space, and can withstand heavy loads.
Additional details
In addition to the table itself, it is necessary to complete it with other useful details for comfortable classes.
First, you need the right chair. It is optimal to choose a similar one that grows with the child. You can also buy a swivel chair that changes height, but pay attention to ergonomic models that are made taking into account the physiology of the child.
You will also need good lighting, namely a table lamp. If the tabletop at the desk is completely tilted, you can’t put a regular lamp. Look for clip-on or hanging sconces.
You also need to resolve the issue of placing the office and textbook on an inclined surface. To do this, you can purchase a special stand for books, drawers and drawers, side shelves, etc. You can also buy a knapsack hook so that everything is at hand. If the child is still small, complete the table with adjustable soft corners to protect against injury.
