Kids Bunk Bed – A Great Way to Maximize Space
Bunk beds for children are a great option to save money while maximizing space. Find beds with solid foundations and mattress supports that prevent gaps or spaces where children could be trapped or entangled.
The way the bed is accessible is also a crucial aspect. Bunk beds are typically accessed via stairs or ladders, and angled ladders take up less space than standard ladders that are vertical.
Space-saving Design
Bunk beds are the ideal solution to maximize a small space. If you’re looking for a way to decorate an attic bedroom or the most compact room in your home, bunk beds for kids can help you save floor space without sacrificing any comfort or style. Most bunk beds have twin over full or twin over queen configurations, so your kids can share a bed while still having their own space. A bunk bed for three is also an excellent option, particularly in the event that you plan to use the bottom bunk for a playroom or office during the daytime.
The majority of bunk beds have an entryway or ladder built into the frame. For safety reasons the ladder’s height should not be more than 5 to 6 feet away from the ceiling. This is to prevent bumped heads while making sure that the kid sleeping on the top bunk isn’t high.
If you want to keep your children’s bedroom furniture in style think about a wooden bunk bed with stairs. This not only provides an elegant touch to your kids’ room however, it also offers ample storage for every book, toy, and other knick-knack they may need to stow away.
Some bunks offer the ability to convert from a standard bed into a futon. This lets your children make use of the lower bed as an extra sofa during the day, and pull out the top futon in the evening for a comfortable place to sleep. This type of bunk bed is ideal if you have enough space and your kids are old enough to be able to handle the additional sleeping surface.
If you don’t have enough space for traditional bunks consider alternatives such as a corner loft or bunk. These beds are positioned in the corner of your child’s rooms, which leave the remaining space for other kids’ furniture, such as shelves or dressers. Some bunks also have beds that have desks attached, which makes it easy for your little children to complete their homework while lying down in bed. This will help them focus and develop good habits during their study time.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds are an ideal solution for children who want to sleep in separate rooms but don’t have enough space to have two separate rooms. Many of our bunk beds have a ladder that makes it simple for children to climb to the top bed. This is much safer than climbing over the sides of the bed, which can be dangerous. Children should only climb on top bunks when they are mature enough to climb safely, which typically happens when they are at least six years old.
Many parents are enticed by the straight ladders on bunk beds, but we recommend angle ladders to improve security and ease of use. These ladders are more comfortable to hold and offer a smoother experience. To climb up, kids simply put their feet on each rung one at a time and then move their bodies upwards until they reach the top bunk. To ensure safety, consider choosing a ladder that has grooved steps that are anti-slip and hand holes that make it easier for children to hold onto as they climb.
If you are seeking a permanent solution there are a myriad of designs of stairways that could be fixed permanently to the frame of bunk beds. These stairs have a railing around the staircase to provide additional safety. They also have a wider tread that prevents slipping and falling. To give a more attractive appearance, you can opt for a set of stairs with built-in storage drawers, which are an excellent way to keep your kids’ rooms organized and tidy.
Another option to save space is to choose a loft bed that doesn’t connect to the bottom bunk by an elevated ladder and leaves plenty of space underneath for children to play or sleep. A lot of these bunk beds and lofts are designed to look like a treehouse or another amusing structure, making them a great choice for kids who enjoy spending time outdoors. Some of our loft and bunk beds come with an optional slide for an additional touch of excitement.
Extra Storage
A variety of loft beds and bunk beds also have storage options that can help children keep their rooms tidy and neat. These beds can store books, clothes toys, and other items vertically, which saves valuable floor space. These beds can also be used in traditional and contemporary bedroom designs. Explore the selection of full and twin bunk beds at Pottery Barn Kids to find the bed that best suits your child’s needs and design of their room.
A classic Maxtrix loft with drawers is an a simple way to add extra storage space to your child’s bunk bed. It uses two spacious drawers that can be used to store clothes and shoes, bedtime essentials, and other things. The drawers are positioned on casters unidirectional that make it simple for children to open and close them. This is an excellent option for kids who share a room. It allows them to keep the belongings of each other from one another.
This Maxtrix loft comes with a built in desk and hutch that can be used to create an area for study. The solid wood desk can be easily removed from under the bed, and folded back in when not in use. This gives you more space in the bedroom for play. It’s a great solution for kids who like to make crafts all day long or use their computer to complete school assignments.
The bottom bed on this Maxtrix bunk can be turned into a cozy sofa if it’s not the time for sleeping. This is a great choice for kids who like to invite friends to sleepovers, or for parents who want to make space in the guest room. This twin over futon is also a great option for younger kids who are transitioning from cribs to regular beds.
Kids who love to climb and are full of energy will appreciate the unique design and practicality of a loft or bunk bed. They are a fun alternative for traditional bedroom furniture. They are available in different styles, finishes, and configurations. There are also options that include a storage trundle and ladders for guests to stay over and it is possible to accommodate the changing needs of a family within one bedroom.
Fun Slide
A slide can enhance the excitement of a kid’s bunk bed. The excitement of kids running down the top bunk is a great way to encourage imaginative play and activity and makes it easier to sleep at night.
Bunk beds that have slides are a great way to combine sleep and play in one space that is ideal for sharing rooms for kids and growing families. Kids can race up the ladder and take turns sliding down the slide, bringing hours of enjoyment to their room.
Our unique loft and bunk bed with slide models come in full and twin sizes so that they can be easily incorporated into the majority of rooms. They can also be separated at a later date to create two standard beds. This bed frame for bunk beds is constructed from solid birch. It has natural wood grain as shown. It can also be ordered in White or Chestnut.
Our bunk beds with slides include the Billi-Bolli Slide Tower. This can be attached either to the side of the ladder or in front, based on the room size. The slide can protrude up to 190 cm depending on the height of the assembly. A 70-cm exit opening is required.
Choose your kids bunk bed s and add a slide for the ultimate play-and-sleep combo! You can customize your child’s bunk bed by adding a bottom play curtain to create a fun fort-like castle and trundle drawers to provide extra sleeping space for guests staying over.
If you’re looking to improve your space-saving bunk bed with a bunk slide and still have space for a second trundle, consider our new Twin over Full Stacked Storage Bunk Bed with Trundle (shown below). This compact bunk bed design features two spacious underbed storage drawers as well as an extra twin trundle that slides out from under the top bunk, allowing you to accommodate four or more people in this sleek and compact bed.