Kids Bunk Bed - A Great Way to Maximize Space
Bunk beds for children are a great way to save money while maximizing space. Find beds with sturdy foundations, and mattress supports to avoid gaps or spaces in which children may become stuck or trapped.
The method by which the bed is accessible is also crucial. Bunk beds are usually accessed via stairs or ladders and angled ladders take up less space than standard vertical ladders.
Space-Saving Design
Bunk beds can be the ideal way to maximize space in a small room. If you're looking for a way to decorate an attic bedroom or the most compact room in your home, bunk beds for kids can help you save floor space without losing any style or comfort. The majority of bunk beds come in twin over full or queen over twin configurations, so your kids can share a bed while having their own space. A three-person bunk bed is an excellent option, particularly when the bunk on the bottom can be used as a playroom or office during the daytime.
Most bunks have a ladder built into the frame or a staircase leading to the top bunk. To ensure safety, the height of the ladder should be no higher than 5 to 6 feet from the ceiling. This will prevent bumps on heads while ensuring the younger kid sleeping on the top bunk isn't high up.
Consider a wooden bunkbed with stairs If you want your child's bedroom furniture to look stylish. This not only provides an additional stylish element to the room of your child however, it also offers ample storage space for every book, toy, and other things they might need to stow away.
Some bunks offer the possibility of expanding from a standard bed to a futon. This lets your kids use the lower bed as a sofa during the day, and pull out the top futon in the evening for a comfortable place to sleep. This kind of bunk is great if you have the room and your kids are old enough to manage the additional sleeping surface.
If you don't have the space for the traditional bunk, look into options like a corner loft or bunk. These beds are placed across the corner of your children's rooms, which leave the room for other kids' furniture, such as shelves or dressers. Additionally, some bunks have beds with desks attached, which makes it simple for your young kids to work while lying in the bed. This helps them stay focused during study time and helps them develop good habits.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds are ideal for kids who want to sleep separately but don't have enough room to have two bedrooms. Many of our beds have a ladder to make it easier for children to climb up the top bunk. This is much safer than climbing the sides of the bed, which can be dangerous. Kids should only attempt to climb onto the top bunk if they are old enough to be able to do it safely, which usually happens when they are at least six years old.
While many parents are tempted to purchase bunk beds with straight ladders, we would suggest selecting beds with angled ladders to increase safety and convenience. These ladders offer a smoother climbing experience, and are also more comfortable to hold. To climb, kids put their feet on the rungs one at a time and move up until they reach top bunk. Think about a ladder that comes with anti-slip grooves and handhole cutouts to help children to hold onto the ladder as they climb.
If you are seeking an all-time solution, there are many different styles of stairways that can be fixed permanently to the frame of a bunk bed. They have an edging around the staircase to ensure safety. They also have a larger tread to prevent slipping and falling. You can choose an option with built-in drawers for an attractive appearance. This is a great option to keep your child's room organized and tidy.
Another option to save space is by opting for an loft bed that doesn't connect to the bottom bunk with any ladder leaving plenty of room underneath for children to play and sleep. These loft and bunk beds often resemble a fun treehouse, making them an excellent choice for children who love spending time outside. Some of our bunk beds and lofts come with a slide to add a touch of fun.
Extra Storage
A variety of loft and bunk bed options offer additional storage to help children keep their rooms neat. These beds can be used to store books, clothes, toys, and more vertically, thereby saving floor space. These beds can be used with both modern and traditional bedroom styles. Pottery Barn Kids has a numerous twin over full beds that are perfect for your child's room and their needs.
A classic Maxtrix loft with drawers is an easy option to add more storage to your kiddo's bunk bed. It uses two spacious drawers to store clothing and shoes, bedtime essentials and other items. The drawers are mounted on unidirectional casters that make it simple for kids to open and close them. This is a great option for children who share one room. It can help keep their belongings separate from one another.
This Maxtrix loft bed also comes with an integrated desk and an hutch to create a practical study area. The solid wooden desk can be easily removed from underneath the bed, and folded back up when it is not being used. This allows for more space in the bedroom for play. It's a great option for kids who love to make crafts all day long or use the computer to complete homework assignments.
When it's time to sleep the bunk at the bottom of this Maxtrix can be converted into a comfy sofa. This is a great choice for kids who like to invite friends over for sleepovers or for parents who want to save space in the guest room. This twin over futon option is also ideal for children who are transitioning into regular beds from cribs.
Loft beds or bunk beds are ideal for children who love to climb, and are full of energy. These beds are a great alternative for traditional furniture for bedrooms. They come in many different designs, finishes, and configurations. There are also options that include a storage trundle or ladder for guests to sleep over which allows you to accommodate the evolving needs of a family in one bedroom.
Fun Slide
A slide can boost the excitement of a kid's bunk bed. The excitement of kids racing down the top bunk encourages imaginative play and activity and makes it easier to sleep at time of night.
Bunk beds with slide are a great choice for families with growing children and shared rooms. Kids can race up the ladder and take turns sliding down the slide, bringing hours of entertainment to their space.
Our unique bunk and loft bed models with slide are available in twin over full size so they fit comfortably in all bedrooms. They can be split to create two beds of standard size at a future date. The bunk bed frame is available in a natural finish, but it is also ordered with either a White or Chestnut finish.
Our bunk beds with slides include the Billi-Bolli Slide Tower. This can be connected either to the side of the ladder or in front, based on the dimensions of the room. The slide can protrude up to 190 cm, depending on the height of the assembly. A 70-cm exit opening is required.
bunk bed for kids and add a slide to make the ultimate sleep and play combination! You can personalize your children's bunk bed with optional bottom play curtain for an imaginative fort-like castle. You can also add drawers for trundles that can provide additional sleeping space for overnight guests.
If you're looking to improve your bunk bed to make it more space-saving with a slide that can be used as a bunk bed and still have space for a second trundle, consider our new Twin over Full Stacked Storage Bunk Bed with Trundle (shown below). This bunk bed is space-saving and has two drawers under the bed for storage and a twin trundle that can be pulled out from underneath the top bunk. It can accommodate up to four people.