Kids Bunk Bed - A Great Way to Maximize Space
Bunk beds for kids are a great option to save money and maximize space. Find beds with solid foundations and mattress supports that prevent gaps or areas where children could be trapped or entangled.
Another thing to consider is how the bed can be accessible: bunks typically have stairs or ladders, with angled ladders taking less space than traditional vertical ones.
Space-Saving Design
Bunk beds are a great method to make the most of space in a small room. Bunk beds for kids are a great way to make space in a tiny room or attic. They also provide convenience and elegance. The majority of bunk beds are twin over full or queen over twin configurations, meaning that your children can share a bed while having their own space. A bunk bed for three is also an excellent option, particularly in the event that you plan to use the lower bunk as an office or playroom during the day.
The majority of bunk beds come with an escalator or ladder built into the frame. The ladder's height should not exceed 5-6 feet above the ceiling due to safety concerns. This will stop heads from bumping and ensure that the child who sleeps on the top bunk doesn't sleep too high.
Consider a wooden bunkbed with stairs if you want your children's bedroom furniture to be elegant. This will not only add a chic accent to your child's bedroom but also provide ample storage space for all the toys, books and knickknacks they may need.
Some bunks can also be converted from a bed to a futon. This lets your kids use the lower bed as an extra sofa during the day, and pull out the top futon at night for an incredibly comfortable bed. This kind of bunk is ideal for rooms with a lot of space and your kids are old enough to manage the extra sleeping surface.
If you do not have enough space for a traditional bunk bed look into a corner bunk or loft. These beds are placed in the corner of the room. This allows room for other furniture, such as shelves or dressers. Some bunk beds have an attached desk, which means that your children can complete their homework while still in their bed. This helps them stay focused during study time and promotes good habits.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds are great for kids who want to sleep in a separate room but don't have enough room for two separate bedrooms. Most of our beds come with an incline to make it easier for children to access the top bunk. This is much safer than climbing the sides of the bed, which can be dangerous. Children should only climb the top bunk when they are able do it safely. This is usually at least six years of age.
While many parents are tempted to purchase bunk beds with straight ladders, we suggest opting for ones with angled ladders for added security and ease of use. These ladders provide a more comfortable climbing experience, and they're also more comfortable to hold. To climb up, kids simply set their feet on each step one at a time and then move their bodies upwards until they reach the top bunk. Look for a ladder with handhole cutouts and anti-slip grooves to make it easier for children to grip the ladder while they climb.
If you are seeking an option that is permanent There are a variety of designs of stairways that could be fixed permanently to the frame of a bunk bed. They have a railing around the staircase to offer additional security. They also feature a wider tread to prevent slipping and falling. To give a more attractive look, you can choose a set of stairs with built-in storage drawers that are ideal for keeping your children's rooms tidy and tidy.
A loft bed that doesn't have a ladder connecting it to the bunk below is another option to reduce space. This gives more space for children to play and sleep under. Many of these loft and bunk beds are designed to resemble a treehouse or other structures that are fun, making them an ideal choice for children who enjoy spending time outside. Some of our loft and bunk beds come with an optional slide for an additional thrill.
Extra Storage
Many loft and bunk beds offer additional storage to ensure that children's rooms are clean. These beds can be used to store clothes, books, toys, and more vertically, thereby saving floor space. They also work in modern and traditional bedroom designs. Pottery Barn Kids has a an extensive selection of twin over full beds that can be adapted to your child's bedroom and requirements.
The classic Maxtrix loft bed with drawers is a great option to provide additional storage space to your child's bunk beds. It uses two spacious drawers to store clothing, footwear, bedtime essentials, and other things. The drawers are positioned on casters unidirectional making it easy for children to open and close them. bunk bed for kids is a great option for children who share one room. It helps keep each other's belongings away from each other.
This Maxtrix loft bed includes a built-in desk as well as a an hutch to create a practical study nook. The solid wood desk for children easily pulls out from underneath the bed and folds up when it is not in use, leaving the space to play. It's a great option for kids who love to craft all day or use computers to complete school assignments.
If it's time for bed The bottom bunk of this Maxtrix can be converted into a comfy sofa. This is a great choice for kids who love to invite friends over for sleepovers or for parents who want to save space in the guest room. This twin futon is also ideal for children who are transitioning into regular beds from cribs.
Bunk or loft beds are perfect for kids who love climbing, and are full of energy. These beds offer a fun alternative to traditional bedroom furniture and they're available in many styles, finishes, and configurations. There are kids bunk beds that include a storage trundle and ladder for guests to stay over and it is possible to accommodate the changing requirements of a family in one bedroom.
Fun Slide
The fun factor of bunk beds for children can be enhanced by the addition of slides. Kids love jumping down the slide from the top bunk, and the excitement stimulates active and imaginative play, making it easier to get up and ready to go to sleeping at night.
Bunk beds that slide are a great choice for growing families and shared rooms. Kids can race one another up the ladder, and then take turns sliding down the slide, bringing hours of enjoyment to their space.
Our unique loft and bunk bed models with slide come in full and twin sizes so that they can be easily incorporated into the majority of rooms. They can be separated at a later time to create two standard size beds. The bunk bed frame is available in a natural finish but it is also purchased with a White or Chestnut finish.
For rooms with limited space our bunk bed with slide options include the Billi-Bolli Slide Tower, which can be connected to either the back of the ladder or the front of the frame for the bunk bed. Depending on assembly height the slide extends approximately 190cm into the room and an exit opening of 70cm is required.
Choose your kids bunk bed and add a slide to make the ultimate sleep and play combination! You can customize your kids bunk bed by adding a bottom play curtain for a fun fort-like castle and drawers for trundles to give you extra sleeping space for overnight guests.
If you're looking to upgrade your bunk bed to make it more space-saving with a bunk slide and still have room for an additional trundle, consider our new Twin over Full Stacked Storage Bunk Bed with Trundle (shown below). This bunk bed that is space-saving design features two spacious underbed storage drawers as well as a twin trundle that pulls out from under the top bunk which allows you to fit four or more guests in this compact and stylish bed.