Kids Bunk Bed - A Great Way to Maximize Space
Bunk beds for children are a great way to save money while maximizing space. Look for models with sturdy foundations and mattress supports that prevent gaps or areas that children might become trapped or stuck.
Another factor to consider is how the bed can be accessible: bunks are usually equipped with ladders or stairs and angled ladders take up less room than standard vertical ones.
Space-saving Design
Bunk beds are an excellent method to make the most of space in a small space. Bunk beds for kids are a great way to free up space in a small space or attic. They also offer the comfort and style. Most bunk beds have twin over full or twin over queen designs so that your kids can sleep side by side while enjoying their own space. A bunk bed for three is a great option, especially if you plan to use the lower bunk for a playroom or office during the day.
Most bunks have ladders built into the frame or a staircase that leads to the top bunk. To ensure safety it is recommended that the ladder's height should not exceed 5 to 6 feet away from the ceiling. This is to avoid bumped heads and to ensure that the child who is sleeping on the top bunk isn't high.
Think about a wooden bunkbed that has stairs if you want your children's bedroom furniture to appear stylish. This will not only add a stylish design to your child's room but also provide ample storage space for all the toys, books and other knickknacks that they might need.
Some bunks also have the ability to convert from a standard bed to a futon. This lets your children make use of the lower bed as a sofa during the day, and pull out the top futon at night for the perfect place to sleep. This type of bunk is ideal if you have the room and your children are old enough to manage the extra sleeping space.
If you don't have enough space for the traditional bunk, look into options like a corner loft or bunk. These beds are positioned in the corner of your kids room, leaving the remaining space for other kids' furniture such as shelves or dressers. Additionally, some bunks have beds with a desk connected, which makes it easy for your little kids to work while sitting up in their bed. This helps them remain focused during the study period and encourages good habits.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds are perfect for kids who want to sleep in a separate room but don't have enough space to have two bedrooms. A lot of our bunk beds have a ladder that makes it easier for children to climb up the top bed. This is much safer than climbing the sides of the bed, which can be risky. Kids should only climb the top bunk when they are able to do it safely. This is usually at least six years of age.
Many parents are enticed to buy bunk beds with straight ladders, we would suggest opting for ones with angled ladders to increase safety and convenience. These ladders offer a smoother climbing experience and are also easier to grip. To climb, children simply set their feet on each rung one at a time and then move their bodies upwards until they reach the top bunk. Consider a ladder that has handhole cutouts and anti-slip grooves to help youngsters to hold onto the ladder while they climb.
If you're looking for a permanent solution, we have many different styles of stairs that can be permanently attached to the frame of the bunk bed. They have an edging around the staircase to provide additional safety. They also have a larger tread that stops people from sliding and falling. For a more decorative appearance, you can opt for the stairs that have built-in storage drawers that are an excellent way to keep your children's rooms tidy and tidy.
A loft bed that doesn't have a ladder that connects it to the bunk below is another option to reduce space. This gives more space for children to play and sleep underneath. A lot of these bunk beds and lofts are designed to be reminiscent of a treehouse or some other fun structure, so they're the ideal option for children who love to spend time in the outdoors. Some of our bunk and loft beds include a slide for an additional spark of excitement.
Extra Storage
A variety of loft beds and bunk beds also have storage options to help kids keep their rooms tidy and neat. These beds can be used to store books, clothes, toys, and more vertically, saving valuable floor space. These beds also work well in modern and traditional bedroom designs. Pottery Barn Kids has a numerous 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 as a storage solution to your child's bunk beds. It has two large drawers that can be used to store clothes, shoes or bedtime necessities, among other items. The drawers have unidirectional casters that make it easy for children to open and close them. This is a great option for kids who live in a single room. It helps keep the belongings of each other from one another.
This Maxtrix loft features a built-in desk and hutch that can be used to create an area for study. The solid wood desk can be easily pulled out from under the bed and folded back up when it is not in use. This allows for more space in the bedroom to play. This is a great solution for kids who love to work on their computer or craft all day.
The bottom bed on this Maxtrix bunk can be transformed into a comfy sofa when it's not time for sleep. This is a great option for children who want to invite their friends to sleepovers or parents who want to make space in the guest room. This twin futon is also great for children who are transitioning to regular beds from cribs.
Loft beds and bunk beds are ideal for children who love climbing, and have lots of energy. These beds offer a fun alternative to traditional furniture for bedrooms and are available in a variety of styles, finishes and configurations. There are options that include a storage trundle and ladders for guests to stay over which allows you to accommodate the changing needs of a family within one bedroom.
kids bunk bed Slide
The fun of bunk beds for kids can be enhanced by adding a slide. The excitement of children rushing down the top bunk encourages creative play and activities and makes it easier for them to fall asleep at night.
Bunk beds with slides are the perfect opportunity to mix play and sleep in the same space that is ideal for sharing rooms for children and families that are growing. Kids can climb up the ladder, then slide down the slide. This can bring hours of fun into their space.
Our unique bunk and loft bed models with slide are available in twin-over-full size to fit comfortably in the majority of bedrooms, and can be split to create two beds of standard size at a later date. The bunk bed frame is available in a natural finish, but it is also ordered with the option of 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 side of the ladder or to the front of the frame for the bunk bed. Depending on assembly height, the slide protrudes approximately 190 cm into the room, and an exit opening of 70cm is required.
Choose the bunk beds for your kids and add a slide to create the ultimate sleep-and-play combination! You can customize your child's bunk bed with optional bottom play curtain to create a fun fort-like castle and drawers for trundles to give you extra sleeping space for guests staying over.
If you want to upgrade your space-saving bunk bed with a bunk slide and still have space for a second bed, check out 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 pulls out of underneath the top bunk. It can be used by four or more people.