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 that eliminate gaps or spaces where children can get stuck or caught.
The way the bed is accessible is also a crucial aspect. Bunk beds are usually accessible via ladders or stairs and angled ladders use up less space than standard ladders that are vertical.
Space-Saving Design
Bunk beds can be a great method to make the most of space in a small space. Bunk beds for kids are a great way to make space in a tiny room or attic. They also offer the comfort and style. Most bunk beds come in twin over full or queen over twin designs, which means your kids can share a bed, while having their own space. A three-person bunk bed is also an excellent option, particularly in the event that the lower bunk is used as a playroom or office during the day.
The majority of bunk beds have an escalator or ladder built into the frame. The ladder's height should not exceed 5-6 feet from the ceiling due to safety concerns. This is to prevent bumped heads and to ensure that the child who is sleeping on the top bunk isn't high.
Consider a wooden bunkbed with stairs for your kids' bedroom furniture to appear stylish. This will not only add a stylish touch 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 expanded from a bed to a futon. This allows your children to use the lower bunk bed as a couch during the day, and then pull out the top futon to make an incredibly comfortable sleeping area at night. This kind of bunk is ideal when you have a room and your children are old enough to manage the additional sleeping surface.
If you do not have the space to fit a traditional bunk bed, think about a corner loft or corner bunk. These beds are positioned in the corner of your children's rooms, which leave the room for other furniture such as shelves or dressers. Additionally, some bunks have beds that have desks that are attached, making it simple for your young kids to work while sitting up in bed. This will help them to remain focused and help them develop good habits for studying.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds are an ideal solution for children who want to sleep in separate rooms, but do not have the space for two separate rooms. A majority of our beds feature a ladder that makes it easier for kids to climb up the top bunk. This is safer than climbing the sides of the bed, which could be dangerous. Kids should only climb the top bunk when they are able safely do so. This usually happens at least six years of age.
Many parents are tempted by the straight ladders that are found on bunk beds, but we recommend angle ladders to improve safety and convenience. These ladders are more comfortable to hold and provide a more pleasant experience. To climb, children simply place their feet on each step one at a time and then move their bodies upwards until they reach the top bunk. Think about a ladder that comes with handhole cutouts and anti-slip grooves to make it easier for children to hold onto the ladder as they climb.
If you're looking for a permanent solution, there are many different styles of stairways that can be permanently mounted to the frame of bunk beds. The stairs are equipped with an edging around the staircase to ensure safety. They also feature a wider tread to prevent slipping and falling. For a more stylish appearance, you can opt for a set of stairs with built-in storage drawers. They are ideal for keeping your kids' rooms organized and neat.
Another option to save space is to choose a loft bed that doesn't connect to the bottom bunk using an elevated ladder, which leaves plenty of space underneath for kids to play or to sleep. These loft and bunk beds typically resemble a treehouse, which makes them an excellent choice for kids who enjoy being outside. Some of our loft and bunk beds have an added slide to add an extra touch of excitement.
Extra Storage
A variety of loft beds and bunk beds provide additional storage options for kids to keep their rooms tidy and neat. These beds can store books, clothes toys, books, and more vertically, saving valuable floor space. browse bunk beds can also be used in traditional and contemporary bedroom designs. Pottery Barn Kids has a wide selection of twin over full beds that are perfect for your child's room and their needs.
A classic Maxtrix loft with drawers is an easy way to add extra storage to your kiddo's bunk bed. It uses two spacious drawers to store clothing and footwear, bedtime essentials, and other items. The drawers are positioned on casters unidirectional making it easy for children to open and close them. This is an excellent option for kids who share a room, as it helps to keep the belongings of one another away from each other's reach.
This Maxtrix loft bed also comes with a built-in desk and the hutch for a useful study nook. The solid wooden desk can be easily removed from under the bed and folded back into the bed when not in use. This creates more room in the bedroom for play. It's an ideal option for kids who love to craft all day or use the computer to complete school assignments.
The bottom bed of this Maxtrix bunk can be transformed into a cozy sofa if it's not the time to go to sleeping. This is an excellent option for kids who enjoy having sleepovers with friends, or for parents who are trying to make space in their guest room. This twin over futon is also a great choice for younger kids who are transitioning from cribs to regular beds.
Children who love climbing and are full of energy will love the unique look and functionality of a loft or bunk bed. They are a fun alternative to traditional furniture for bedrooms. They are available in a variety of different designs, finishes, and configurations. There are also options which include a storage ladder or a trundle for guests staying over, making it easy to accommodate a family's changing requirements in a single space.
Fun Slide
The fun of bunk beds for kids can be enhanced even further by the addition of slides. Children love to race down the slide from the top bunk, and the excitement encourages them to engage in imaginative play, making it simpler to get up and ready to go to sleeping at night.
Bunk beds with slides are the perfect opportunity to mix sleep and play in one space, ideal for shared kid's rooms and growing families. Kids can race each other up the ladder and then slide down the slide, bringing hours of fun to their space.
Our unique loft and bunk beds with slide models are available in twin-over-full size which means they can be a perfect fit in most bedrooms, and can be separated to create two beds of standard size at a later time. This bed frame for bunk beds is crafted out of birch solid and has natural finishes as shown. It can also be ordered in White or Chestnut.
For rooms with a limited space, our bunk bed with slide options include the Billi-Bolli Slide Tower, which can be connected to either the side of the ladder or to the front of the bunk bed frame. Based on the assembly height, the slide protrudes approximately 190 cm into the room. An exit opening of 70cm is required.
Pick a bunk bed for your kids and add a slide to make the ultimate sleep and play combination! You can further customize your kids bunk bed with the addition of bottom play curtains for an enjoyable castle-like fort. Also, you can add drawers for storage in the trundle for additional sleeping space if you have overnight guests.
Take a look at our Twin over Full Stacked Storage Bunk Bed with Trundle (shown above) if you want to improve a room-saving bunk with slides, but have room for trundle. This bunk bed that is space-saving has two drawers for storage under the bed and a twin trundle which pulls out of underneath the top bunk. It can be used by up to four people.