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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds add drama to kids rooms and provide a sense of adventure To make bunk beds more appealing to kids Ms Keenan often includes a shelf to store books or a reading lamp in each sleeping nook Many of our beds for kids bunk are convertible to two complete twin beds ideal if you are planning to have your children move to their own bedrooms at some point Pick from finishes like white brushed gray and rich walnut Ladders or Stairs You can choose between stairs or ladders when it comes to bunk beds for children Ladders can be installed easily and are less expensive They also offer an easy way to get into the top bunk bed They are also considered to be safer than staircases because they have a wider surface for children to walk on and a builtin handrail They also have grooves on the steps which help prevent slippage when climbing up or down the bed If you prefer the design and look of stairs then they can make a more elegant addition for your bunk bed Staircases are also ideal for rooms that are tight on space since they dont extend into the space like ladders do They are usually made of wood or metal and can match the various styles of bedrooms Some staircases are equipped with storage drawers which can be an ideal way to expand the size of bunk beds Another factor to consider when choosing between stairs and a ladder is the age of your child It is recommended that no one sleep on the top bunk below the age of 6 children who are comfortable with climbing vertically may be better off with stairs than a ladder If you intend to use your bunk bed for guests for example older children or adults with limited mobility its recommended to use stairs A straight staircase on the sides of the bunk requires at least 95 of space on each side If you dont have this much space you could choose a ushaped staircase that doesnt need as much space but still offers a secure and safe method of getting to the top bunk Certain beds let you disconnect the stairs when theyre not in use This reduces the footprint of the bed and makes it more adaptable to multipurpose spaces You can also find stairs that connect to the bottom of the bed and eliminate the need for a separate handrail and makes it easier for children to climb up and down Guard Rails Guard rails let children climb in and out of their beds on their own and give them the feeling of independence and security However they must be placed properly making sure that there are no gaps or sagging occurs between the guard rails and the bed frame Follow the manufacturers instructions when installing guard rails and ensure that you inspect them on a regular basis to ensure that theyre not loose or have holes that could cause the entrapment One of the most important safety considerations for bunk beds is to keep them away from electrical devices as well as other items that could become projectiles while your children play or sleep Set bunk beds far from windows to prevent an injury to fall risk in the event that your children are on the upper floor It is possible to install an evening light on the ladder to light the steps up and down if your child wakes at the night to go to the bathroom or if they are awakened by a storm to leave their bedroom Another excellent safety feature for bunks is a safety net which can be placed on the top of the bunk to keep children from falling down while asleep or playing This is a great idea especially for older children who tend to sleep on the top bunk The guardrails must be securely attached to the bunk beds and cannot be removed without tools The guardrail openings that are above the mattress foundation should not exceed 35 inches wide to prevent strangulation or entrapment To test this place the wedge block as shown in Figure 1 into each of the openings on the lower edge of the highest guardrail member and above the underside of the mattress foundation Then apply 33lbf 147N force in a direction perpendicular to the plane of the larger end of the block and sustain it for 1 minute Its also a good idea to teach kids not to hang things on the ladders or guardrails for example such as clothing belts and sports equipment instead a clothes rack is recommended to ensure that these items dont become a strangulation hazard for your children Make sure that no more than one child can sleep on the top bunk This could lead to a risky imbalance and even falls Mattresses When choosing a mattress for bunk beds think about your childs size and age A bunk mattress should last for at least eight years or until siblings are no longer sharing the same bedroom Youll want to select one that grows with your child and still provide enough comfort as they get older There are a myriad of options for bunk mattress sizes They are typically twin or full size If your child suffers from asthma or allergies opt for a hypoallergenic bed with an antidust barrier and a moisturewicking cover A mattress with an antimicrobial coating will shield the foam against harmful bacteria and germs The comfort of your mattress is also important Children are generally lighter than adults and need a mattress which is firm yet comfortable Many hybrid and latex mattress have a firm side and a soft side to meet the needs of both kids and adults Memory foam mattresses can be great for children but theyre not the first choice because they tend to trap heat and may be too hard on young spines Consider a latex or hybrid mattress which provides strong support and cooling infusions that allow your guest or child to sleep comfortably A mattress with a low profile is usually the best choice for kids bunk beds They are designed to be smaller than standard mattresses and to maximize the height of the safety rails on the top bunk They reduce filler materials to provide premium quality with slim lines If your child is looking to try a mattress thicker than a regular bed consider an innerspring or hybrid model with comfort layers above that can be removed or replaced as your child grows These models will give you a good idea of how the mattress will hold up as your child grows and you can always include an extra mattress skirt or mattress pad to keep it from slipping off the frame Some beds come with a side rails or a lip builtin to prevent this from happening Stores Bunk beds are an excellent alternative to save space in rooms shared by children Bunk beds are also a less expensive alternative to buying two fullsized single beds A lot of bunks have the option to add a trundle that can be put underneath the bottom bunk when not in use To maximize storage and space in a room with bunk beds consider installing a mix kids bedroom furniture set that includes dressers desks andor bookcases This will allow you keep all your childs clothing toys and personal items in one place instead of cramming everything into overstuffed closets or chests bunkbedsstore are available from a variety of retailers and generally comply with all safety standards of the federal government Stacking bunks can provide an opportunity for creativity and children can transform the spaces below into hidden places to play or cozy areas Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked six bunks to create the ultimate kids space It can be used as a place for sleeping playing or even for twirling superhero capes The room features the bubble wallcovering of Chasing Paper and a ceiling painted in Benjamin Moore Blue Jean to create the perfect escape If you are unable to install stairs for your stacked kids bunk A ladder is an easy solution These ladders are constructed with a single socket Flange Single Socket Degree Side Outlet Fittings They can be easily adjusted in order to increase or decrease the distance between the ladder rungs The ladders rungs are also positioned so that they are flush with the ground instead of above it so that climbing is less intimidating Another way to maximize space in a room with bunk beds is by installing loft kids beds that can be moved down to just above the floor This allows you to slide dressers desks or toy chests beneath the beds This is an excellent way to maximize the space in smaller bedrooms or in large family homes where beds must be able to accommodate multiple sleepers
