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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds add drama to kids' rooms, and they also provide them with a sense of adventure. To make bunks more appealing to children Ms. Keenan often includes a ledge to hold books or an reading lamp in each sleeping space. A lot of our bunk beds for kids can be transformed into two twin beds. This is ideal if your plan is to make them move to their own bedroom at some point. Choose from finishes like brushed gray, cream white, and rich walnut. Stairs or ladders When you are choosing a bunk bed for your kids there is the option to select between stairs or ladders. Ladders are easy to install 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 area for children to step on and a handrail built-in. They also have grooves on the steps which can prevent slippage while climbing up or down the bed. However, if you prefer the look and design of stairs, they could be a more elegant option to your bunk bed. Staircases can also be used in rooms with limited space as they aren't as imposing as ladders. They can be made from metal or wood, and they can match a wide range of bedroom styles. Some staircases have integrated storage drawers. They are an excellent way to add more space to the bunk bed. When deciding between a staircase and a ladder take into account the age of your child. It is recommended that children younger than 6 years old not sleep on the top bunk. Older children who are able to climb vertically could do better with stairs rather than climbing a ladder. In addition, if you're planning on using your bunk bed as an extra bed for children or adults with limited mobility, stairs are the preferred option. A straight staircase on the opposite side of the bed will require 95” of space each side. If you don't have that much space, you can opt for a u-shaped stairs which doesn't require as much space but still provides a safe and secure method of getting to the top bunk. Some beds allow you to detach the stairs when not being used. This reduces the footprint of the bed, making it more versatile for multipurpose spaces. There are also stairs that connect to the bottom of the bed. This eliminates the need for separate handrails, and makes it easier to climb up and to the bottom for kids. Guard Rails Guard rails let children climb in and out of their beds on their own, giving them an experience of independence and security. They must be placed correctly to ensure that there are no gaps or loosening between guardrails and the bed frame. If you decide to use guard rails, be sure to follow the directions of the manufacturer and examine them on a regular basis for any looseness or holes that could lead to the entrapment. Keep bunk beds clear of electrical appliances and other items that can become projectiles while your children are playing or sleeping. Set bunk beds far from windows to prevent a potential fall hazard in the event that your children are on the top level. You may want to install an evening light on the ladder so that it can illuminate the ladder's climb and descent when your child awakes at night to use the bathroom, or are woken by the sound of a storm and are forced to leave their bedroom. A safety net can be installed on the top of the bunk to prevent children from falling out while they're sleeping 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 openings in the guardrail above the mattress base must not be more than 3.5 inches wide to prevent entrapment or strangulation. Place the wedge block shown on Figure 1 in each opening of the uppermost guardrail member and above the mattress foundation. Apply 33 lbf (147 N) in a direction that is perpendicular to the plane of the larger edge of the block for 1 minute. It's a good idea to instruct your children not to hang any objects on the ladder or guardrail, such as clothing, belts, and sports equipment. Instead, you should use a clothes rack to prevent these items from becoming a strangulation risk for your child. Also, make sure that more than one kid does not sleep on the top level of the bunk as this could create an imbalance that could cause falling. Mattresses When choosing a mattress for bunk beds, think about your child's size and age. A bunk mattress should last for at least eight years, or until siblings are no longer sharing bedrooms, so you'll want to select a mattress designed to grow with your child and still provide adequate support as they grow older. There are many options for bunk mattress sizes. They are usually twin or full size. If bunk bed for kids suffers from allergies or asthma choose an hypoallergenic mattress that has a dust mite barrier and an wicking cover for moisture. Children are prone to many accidents and spills, which is why a mattress with an antimicrobial layer can help to shield the foam from harmful bacteria and germs. The comfort of your mattress is also important. Children are typically lighter than adults and need a mattress which is firm, yet comfortable. Many latex and hybrid mattresses come with an extra firm side as well as a soft side to accommodate both children's requirements. Memory foam mattresses be great for children however they're not our first choice as they can retain heat and could be too hard on young spines. Think about a hybrid or a latex mattress instead, which will provide solid support and cooling infusions to keep your child or guest asleep cool and comfortable. Low-profile mattresses are typically the best choice for bunk beds for children. These mattresses are designed to be smaller than regular mattresses, and to maximize the safety rail height of the top bunk. They reduce “filler” material to offer the highest quality and a slim design. If your child would like to try a mattress thicker than a regular bed, consider an hybrid or innerspring model with comfort layers above that can be removed or replaced as the child grows. These models can provide an idea of the longevity of the mattress as your child grows. You can also put in a mattress skirt or bed pad to prevent it from sliding. Some beds have a built-in lip or side rails to prevent this from happening. Stores Bunk beds can be a great way to make space in shared kid rooms. Bunk beds are also a less expensive alternative to purchasing two full-sized single beds. Some bunks offer the option of an trundle bed that can be tucked away beneath the bottom bunk when it is not in use. To maximize storage and space in a room that has bunk beds, think about creating a kids' bedroom furniture set which includes desks, dressers and/or bookcases. This will allow you to keep all of your child's clothes, toys and personal items in one place instead of cramming everything into overstuffed closets or chests. The sets of kids bedroom furniture are sold from a variety of retailers. They meet federal safety standards. Stacked bunks are a playground for the imagination as children can transform the spaces beneath into cozy hideaways and secret play zones. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked 6 bunks in this room for the ultimate kids space that can be used for sleeping, playing and even twirling superhero capes. The room is decorated with a bubble wallcovering from Chasing Paper, and the ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore Blue Jean. If you're unable to build a staircase for your stacked kids bunk the ladder could be an ideal solution. The ladders are constructed with a combination of Single Socket Tee Flange, Single Socket Tee and 90 Degree Side Outlet Tee fittings and can be easily adjusted to alter the distance between ladder rungs to make it easier for little ones to climb. The rungs of the ladder are also placed so that they are directly in contact with the ground, instead of above it, so that climbing is less intimidating. The installation of loft beds that can be lifted to just above the floor is another method to maximize the space of a bunk bedroom. This allows you to slide desks, dressers or toy chests beneath the beds that are elevated. This is a true maximize of space and can be a great option for small bedrooms or even in a big family home where beds have to be able to accommodate many people sleeping.