Modern chairs for children surprise with a variety of models, designs, materials, colors. Children spend a lot of time at the table, doing their homework, reading books, drawing, modeling and other hobbies.
To maintain the correct posture and overall health, it is worth giving preference to children's chairs with height adjustment.
Types for schoolchildren
The height-adjustable chairs are an excellent choice for both preschoolers and schoolchildren. They provide the most comfortable body position, as well as the correct position of the spine while sitting, which is very important for a growing child's body.
Today, all children use modern gadgets, spend a lot of time at the computer, so you should pay attention to the computer chair. Its design includes a padded seat on one leg and a support on wheels for easy movement. The screw mechanism allows the seat height to be adjusted. The computer chair has a padded back and seat.
Some variants are additionally equipped with armrests on the sides of the product. Modern children's models with adjustment can change the height of the seat and the angle of its inclination, as well as the height and inclination of the back of the product.
The orthopedic chair with adjustable backrest and seat height is an excellent choice for children. This chair is usually swivel. A special mechanism allows you to turn in any direction. Modern manufacturers create special models that ideal for children with problems with the musculoskeletal system or poor posture.
These chairs have a unique backrest, so they are usually made to order.
Among orthopedic chairs, options complemented by a footrest are in great demand. It can be located both in a circle and in the front. This model is called a knee stool because it does not have a back. Thanks to the inclination of the seat and the presence of a soft support in front of the product, against which the child rests with his knees, the highchair ensures the correct position of the body while working at the desk.
Transformers include a soft seat and backrest, as well as a footrest. These models are designed for children from six months. On such a chair, the baby can eat or play. Growing model easily transforms into a comfortable option depending on the age of the child.
For preschoolers, an easel with a high chair is a good choice. This kit will create the most comfortable conditions for the creative development of the child.
If necessary, the easel can be removed, then the child can play at the table.
The foldable model is mainly intended for children. from six months to three years. This chair has a small tabletop where the baby can play. The product is characterized by compactness and ease of storage, since it can be folded if necessary. For reliable fixation, it is better to give preference to options without rollers.
Materials (edit)
The most common design for a child's chair is a metal frame. Manufacturers use steel pipes. Plywood or chipboard is used to create the back and seat. Many models are additionally equipped with soft cushions to create a comfortable environment while sitting on a chair. Pillows with an orthopedic effect are in great demand.
Models with a metal frame can be adjusted for the height of the seat. There are rare options in which you can adjust the tilt of the back of the product. All metal structures are durable and reliable. At the edges, the seat can be curved. For the correct position during the operation of the product, some options have restrictions on the sides in the form of welded pipes.
Many chairs for children are made from natural wood, as this material is environmentally friendly. Wooden children's models are lightweight and can be equipped with a large support area. The seat height can be adjusted in steps. Already in the very design of the product, the backrest adjustment is incorporated. They attract attention with their beautiful appearance.
When comparing wooden chairs are less durablethan products with mixed or metal designs, although modern manufacturers offer delicious options that have a long service life.
Dimensions (edit)
Children's chairs are presented in a wide range of sizes, so that you can choose the most comfortable option for each child, depending on his age and height. It is better to choose the dimensions of the model according to GOST:
Height group (in cm) |
Height above the floor of the front edge of the seat in accordance with GOST 11016-93 (in cm) |
| 100-115 | 26 |
| 115-130 | 30 |
| 130-145 | 34 |
| 145-160 | 38 |
| 160-175 | - |
This table should be followed when buying height-adjustable models.
Parents will be able to independently adjust the seat height according to the child's height.
Color
Designers offer colors for every taste. Children's models are usually presented in bright colors, although options can be found in dark colors that are characterized by practicality. Children love chairs with bright patterns and original prints. For girls, a model is suitable where the back is decorated with a princess, and the base itself is made in pink. Boys are more into space-themed prints. They prefer blue, green, brown and black.
Mechanism design
Modern children's chairs, adjustable in height, can be equipped with one of the following adjustment methods:
Models have additional holes in the bed and a removable seat. If necessary, the seat can be removed and fixed at the desired height from the floor. This adjustment mechanism design is durable and affordable. The disadvantage is that the adjustment is made only for a certain step. Basically, you can change the height by 5 cm. If there is a need to raise the seat by only 3 cm, then this cannot be done. Only an adult can change the height of the product, since the child cannot cope with this task on his own
The lifting and lowering mechanism is carried out thanks to the location of the seat on the bed… It is characterized by the smoothness of raising and lowering the seat using a special pedal located under the seat. The child can adjust the height by himself without the help of an adult. This mechanism is expensive. The disadvantage of this design is that it is fragile
Which one to choose?
When choosing a height-adjustable child's chair, you should pay attention to the seat upholstery. It must be of high quality and durable. You should not skimp on this, as it can tear very quickly. When buying a product on wheels for small children, you should give preference to the options with a stopper to prevent the possibility of injury.
The presence of a stopper will allow you to securely fix the chair on wheels in one position. When choosing a child's chair, the health of the child must be taken into account: if there are no problems with the spine, then there is no need to choose a specialized model.
If the child's musculoskeletal system is normal, then the choice of children's chairs increases significantly.
Regardless of the seat height adjustment, it is very important to find the correct chair height. If a child spends at the table more than five hours a day, then it is worth purchasing exclusively orthopedic models. Manufacturers offer the possibility of making products to order, since it is important to consider the height of the child when choosing the appropriate model.
Better to buy a chair with your baby. He can test it, assess the level of comfort and convenience. It takes just five minutes to sit on a chair to understand whether it is suitable for a child. It is imperative to check the product in action, test the mechanisms of the structure. Many models are presented on wheels, which increases the mobility and convenience of moving the product, but for small children the chair should not be just another game, so you should give preference to the options without wheels.
When choosing a set for a first grader, you should pay attention not only to the chair, but also to the desk. Manufacturers offer sets of excellent quality made of natural wood. The table should be able to adjust the tilt of the table top, which will ensure the correct position of the child during homework.
Advantages and disadvantages
Height-adjustable baby chairs have many advantages:
- Ensuring the correct position of the back;
- Ease of use;
- Long service life;
- Safety in use;
- Beautiful and stylish design;
- Stability of the product due to the large support area;
- The environmental friendliness of the product lies in the fact that mainly natural wood is used for its manufacture.
If we talk about the disadvantages of such models, then only one can be noted - the high cost. But the product is bought for more than one year, so such a purchase will fully pay for itself in a few years.
Famous manufacturers and reviews
Many foreign and domestic manufacturers offer stylish and high quality children's chairs, adjustable in height. Models from the Swedish company are very popular Ikea. Buyers note the excellent quality of products, thoughtful design, stylish design and affordable cost. Most of the models are presented on a wide base, which can be stable or supplemented with castors.
The seat height adjustment is carried out thanks to a robust and easy-to-use mechanism.
Successful examples and options
An excellent choice for the home is the Kotokota model from a domestic manufacturer. The main idea of the product is “growing together”. The chair is made from natural wood, therefore it is environmentally friendly and safe for the baby's health. The model is intended for children from six months. The Kotokota highchair has a number of advantages:
- The product weighs only 7 kg, which testifies to the lightness and reliability of the model.
- The chair is able to withstand a weight of up to 100 kg, although it was originally made specifically for children.
- The model makes it possible even for little ones to feel independent.
- The chair can be used by both toddler and schoolchildren. It is ideal for working at a standard desk height.
- The product is made with an adjustable seat height, which is made quite simply and without the use of additional tools.
- The absence of armrests and a high backrest helps to ensure the correct posture of the child while doing homework or playing at the computer.
- The model is equipped with a removable footrest, which is usually used for small children. It can be attached or removed very easily without the need for additional tools.
- The chair has quality certificates, so it is an excellent choice for children.
School furniture - "rastishka" is very popular with parents of first graders. It includes not only chairs, but also children's tables, which are adjustable in height, and some models even in the angle of inclination of the table top. A well thought-out design of the desk will provide an optimal place for comfortable work at the table.
Many Russian manufacturers offer school desks - "rastishka", while using both natural wood and chipboard.
Advice
In order to choose the right child's chair, adjustable in height, you should pay attention to several criteria:
- When sitting on a chair, the back should have a natural arch. Be sure to pay attention that it is not bent in a semicircle. An excellent option is a model with a curved back, it prevents the development of scoliosis.
- The height of the backrest should not be higher than the shoulders of the child. The chair should not be a place to lie down, so the head should not swing the back of the product.
- If you choose the right chair height, then there will be a right angle between the shin and knees. When testing the product, be sure to pay attention to the position of the baby's feet.
- You should not purchase models with armrests, since their presence will allow the child to transfer the load on the elbows, while changing the position of the back. The kid should independently maintain posture while sitting on a chair.
For information on how to make a children's "growing" chair with your own hands, see the next video.