We recently discussed materials for children's furniture and rooms, and it turns out that not everyone is familiar with which ones are safe and which ones are best avoided. I've already shown unsafe materials in a separate article—I recommend reading it if you haven't yet. And today, as the saying goes, "if you criticize, offer solutions": I'll show you materials you can choose with a clear conscience.
Let's start with furniture.
- Solid wood is the best option. It is a natural material without harmful impurities. Pay attention to the glue in the joints: some glues are dangerous, while others are safe—the kind used, for example, for wooden tableware. Even more reliable is furniture with wooden or metal joints without glue, but this is rare. You can always ask the seller about the glue. For paints and varnishes, choose safe ones too—water-based or oils (they can also be colored).
- High-quality plywood is an excellent material for a child's room: durable and safe. I personally love working with it. When buying, pay attention to the finish and coating (again—water-based paints and oils). It's good when corners, facades, countertops, and even edges are rounded and finished.
- Metal is a good choice, especially for allergy sufferers: it's easy to wash and wipe dust from. It looks stylish and offers room for imagination. The main things are durability, a reputable manufacturer, and certifications.
- Rattan is natural but somewhat fragile (woven "lace"). It's indispensable for little princesses: you can order a matching dresser, bedside table, chair, and even a wardrobe. And, of course, check the quality and certifications.
- Plastic — fun and colorful furniture. Recycled plastic is gaining popularity worldwide: it's easy to clean (making it suitable for allergy sufferers) and is often used in kindergartens. But here, pay particularly close attention to certifications—what exactly the furniture is made of. A downside is that such plastic can sometimes electrify. However, the latest generation of plastic, produced with advanced technologies by reputable European brands, can be confidently recommended.
- MDF — not the worst material. Both in Russia and Europe, it is permitted to make children's furniture from it, but it must be of high quality and category. Carefully check what the furniture is painted and glued with, and verify the certificates.
What to look for when buying children's furniture:
- durability;
- absence of sharp corners and protruding hazardous parts—furniture should be smooth, without splinters;
- wall anchors for wardrobes and dressers (children love to climb on them—this is a safety issue);
- availability of furniture or material certification and quality assurance.
The seller is obliged to provide all of this upon your first request.
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