Kids Beds Bunk
Bunk beds provide drama to children's rooms and also give them the feeling of adventure. Ms. Keenan adds a shelf to store books or a reading lamp in each sleeping space to make bunk beds more appealing to children.
Many of our kids beds can be converted into two twin beds in one which is ideal if you intend to let your children move to their own bedrooms in the near future. Pick from finishes such as brushed gray, creamy white and rich walnut.
Stairs and ladders
When you are choosing a bunk bed for your kids there is the option to select between ladders or stairs. Ladders are less expensive and easy to set up and provide an easy way to climb into the top bed. They are also considered to be safer than stairs, since they have a bigger area for children to step on and have a built-in handrail. Ladders usually have grooves in the steps to prevent slipping when climbing up and down the bed.
If you prefer the design and style of stairs, they could be a beautiful addition to your bunk bed. Staircases are also suitable for rooms that are small on space, as they don't extend into the room as ladders do. They are often made of wood or metal and can complement a variety of bedroom styles. Some staircases have integrated storage drawers, which are an excellent way to add more space to the bunk bed.
Another thing to consider when deciding between stairs and a ladder is the age of your child. It is recommended that children younger than 6 years old not sleep on the top bunk. Older children who are able to climb vertically may be better off with stairs than using a ladder. In addition when you're thinking of using your bunk bed as a guest bed for younger children or adults with limited mobility, stairs are the preferred choice.
A straight staircase that runs along the side of the bed requires 95" of space on each side. If you do not have the space, you could opt for a u shaped staircase which does not require as much space but allows you to get access to the top bunk safely and securely. Some beds allow you to detach the stairs when not in use. This reduces the footprint of the bed and makes it more versatile for multipurpose spaces. You can also find stairs that connect to the bottom of the bed, which eliminates the need for a separate handrail and makes it easier for children to climb up and down.
Guard Rails
Guard rails let kids climb in and out of their beds independently, giving them a sense of independence and confidence. They must be positioned correctly to ensure that there are no gaps or loosening between the guardrails and the bed's frame. Follow the instructions of the manufacturer when installing guard rails, and make sure to examine them regularly to ensure that they're not loose or have holes that could lead to entrapment.
Keep bunk beds clear of electrical appliances and other items that could become projectiles when your children are playing or sleeping. Set bunk beds far from windows to avoid the risk of falling if your children get up on the upper level.
One safety feature you might be considering is a night lighting for the ladder; it can help to illuminate the ladder's path up and down in the event that children awake at night and need to go to the bathroom or are woken by a storm and have to make their way from their bedroom safely.
A safety net could be installed on top of the bunk to stop children from falling off while they sleep or play. This is especially a good idea for older children, who may be more likely to sleep on the top bunk.
Guardrails should be secured to the bunk bed's structure and must not be removed without the use of tools. Openings in the guardrails above the mattress foundation must not be greater than 3.5 inches to prevent entrapment and strangulation. To test this, place the wedge block as shown in Figure 1 into each opening on the lower edge of the topmost guardrail member and above the underside of the mattress foundation. Then apply 33-lbf (147-N) force in a direction perpendicular to the plane of the largest end of the block and sustain it for 1 minute.
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It is a good idea to instruct your children not to hang anything on the ladder or guardrail for example, clothing, belts, and sports equipment. Instead you should make use of a clothes rack to prevent the objects from creating a strangulation hazard for your child. Be sure that not more than one child sleeps on the top bunk. This could result in an unsafe imbalance and fall.
Mattresses
Consider the age and size of your child when selecting a mattress for a bunk beds. A bunk mattress will last for at least eight years, or until siblings no longer share a bedroom and you'll need to choose a mattress that is designed to expand with your child, while providing sufficient support as they grow older.
Bunk mattress sizes are typically full or twin-sized, but there are a variety of alternatives that will fit either. If your child is suffering from allergies or asthma choose an hypoallergenic mattress with a dust-mite barrier as well as a moisture-wicking cover. Kids are likely to experience a lot of spills and accidents, so a mattress that has an antimicrobial layer can help protect the foam from harmful bacteria and germs.
Another crucial aspect to consider is the feel of your mattress. Kids generally weigh less than adults, which means they need an item that is firm, but also comfortable. Many hybrid and latex mattress have a firm side and a softer side to meet the needs of both children and adults.
Memory foam mattresses are a good choice for children, but we wouldn't recommend them because they tend not to cool effectively and can be hard on the spines of small children. Consider a hybrid or a latex mattress, which provides strong support and cooling infusions to your child or guests to sleep comfortably.
Low-profile mattresses are often the best choice for bunk beds for children. https://www.bunkbedsstore.uk/ are designed to be thinner than regular mattresses and to increase the height of the safety rail for the top bunk. They minimize "filler" material to provide premium quality with slim designs.
Think about an innerspring model or hybrid that has upper comfort layers which can be removed and replaced as your child grows. These models will give you an idea of how the mattress will hold up as your child grows, and you can always add the mattress pad or bed skirt to keep it from sliding off the frame. Some beds have a side rails or a lip built-in to stop this from happening.
Stores
Bunk beds are an excellent option for saving space in shared rooms for children. Bunk beds can also be a cost-effective alternative to purchasing two full-sized single beds. Many bunks also provide the option of a trundle bed that can be hidden under the bottom bunk when it is not in use.
Consider putting up a kids' bedroom furniture combination set that includes bookcases, desks, and/or dressers to maximize storage and space in a bedroom with bunk beds. This will let you store all of your child's clothes as well as toys and personal belongings in one spot instead of cramming everything into chests or closets that are overstuffed. These combination kids bedroom furniture sets are available from a variety of retailers and usually comply with all safety standards of the federal government.
Stacked bunks are an imaginative playground as kids can turn the spaces beneath into cozy hidden play areas and hideaway spaces. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked six bunks to create the ultimate children space. It can be used for sleeping, playing or even for twirling superhero capes. The room is decorated with a bubble wallcovering by Chasing Paper and a ceiling painted in Benjamin Moore Blue Jean to create the ultimate escape.
If you are unable to build an entryway to your bunk beds then a ladder is a good alternative. These ladders are built with a combination of Single Socket Tee Flange, Single Socket Tee, and 90 Degree Side Outlet Tee fittings. They can be easily adjusted to alter the distance between ladder rungs to make it easier for children to climb. The ladder's rungs are also placed so that they are in line with the ground rather than above it, to make climbing less daunting.
Another way to maximize space in a room with bunk beds is to put up loft beds for kids that can be lowered down to just above the floor. This allows you to slide desks, dressers, or toy chests underneath the beds on top. This is a great way to maximize space in bedrooms that are small or in large family homes where beds need to be capable of accommodating multiple sleepers.
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