Kids Beds Bunk
Bunk beds add drama to kids' rooms and also give them an excitement. To make bunks more appealing to children, Ms. Keenan often includes a shelf to store books or a reading lamp in every sleeping nook.
Many of our kids beds bunk are convertible to two twin beds in one, perfect if you plan to move your children into their own bedrooms in the near future. Choose from finishes like the brushed gray, creamy white and rich walnut.
Stairs or Ladders
When you are choosing a bunk bed for your kids you can choose to choose between stairs or ladders. Ladders are cheaper and simple to put in and offer an easy way to climb into the top bed. They are also considered safer than staircases, as they have a larger surface for children to walk on and a handrail built-in. Ladders also tend to have grooves on the steps, which help prevent slippage when climbing up or down the bed.
If you prefer the design and style of stairs, they may be a more elegant option to your bunk bed. Staircases are also great for rooms that are small on space since they don't extend into the room as ladders do. They can be constructed from wood or metal, and they can match a wide range of bedroom designs. Some staircases even include integrated storage drawers. These are an excellent way to add more space to the bunk bed.
Another factor to consider when deciding between stairs or a ladder is the age of your child. While it is recommended nobody sleep on the top bunk under the age of 6, older children who are comfortable climbing vertically might be better off using stairs than a ladder. If you are planning to use your bunk bed for guests, for example, younger children or adults with limited mobility, it is recommended to use stairs.
A straight staircase on the opposite side of the bed will require 95" of space on each side. If you don't have that much room, you can choose a u-shaped staircase which doesn't require as much space, but provides a safe and secure method of getting to the top bunk. Some beds have the option of detaching the stairs when not in use, which reduces their footprint and makes them more suitable for rooms that can be used in multiple ways. There are stairs that connect to the top of the bed. This eliminates the requirement for separate handrails and makes it easier to climb up and to the bottom for children.
Guard Rails
Guard rails provide children with the confidence and freedom to climb in and out of beds on their own. They must be positioned correctly to ensure there are no gaps or loosening between the guardrails and the bed frame. Follow the instructions of the manufacturer when installing guard rails and ensure that you examine them regularly to ensure they are not loose or have holes that could lead to the entrapment.
One of the most important safety concerns for bunk beds is to ensure they are kept away from electrical devices and any other items that could become projectiles if your children play or sleep. Position bunk beds away from windows to avoid an injury to fall risk if your children get up on the upper level.
You might want to put an evening light on the ladder to illuminate the steps up and down when your child awakes at the night to go to the bathroom, or if they wake up due to an erupting storm and have to leave their room.
A safety net could be put up on the top of the bunk to prevent children from falling out while they sleep or play. This is a great idea, especially for older children who are more likely to sleep on the top bunk.
The guardrails must be securely attached to the bunk beds. They cannot be removed without tools. The guardrail openings that are above the mattress base must not be larger than 3.5 inches wide to avoid strangulation or entrapment. To test this, place the wedge block in Figure 1 into each opening in the lower edge of the topmost guardrail member and above the mattress's underside foundation. Then apply a 33-lbf (147-N) force in a direction perpendicular to the plane of the largest end of the block and sustain it for 1 minute.
It is a good idea to tell your children not to hang anything on the guardrail or ladder like belts, clothing, and sports equipment. Instead you should make use of a clothes rack to prevent these objects from becoming an injury to your child. Also, make sure that more than one kid is not sleeping on the top level of the bunk as this can create an imbalance that could result in falls.
Mattresses
When choosing a mattress for bunk beds, consider your child's size and age. A bunk mattress should last at the least eight years or until siblings are no longer sharing a bedroom. You should select one that grows with your child, but still provide adequate comfort as they grow older.
Bunk mattress sizes are usually full-size or twin, and there are many options that can accommodate either. If your kiddos suffer from asthma or allergies you should choose a hypoallergenic mattress with dust mite barriers and a moisture-wicking cover. Kids are likely to experience a lot of accidents and spills, which is why mattresses with an antimicrobial layer can help keep the foam safe from harmful bacteria and germs.
Another factor to consider is the feeling of your mattress. Children weigh less than adults, which means they need a mattress that feels firm, but also comfortable. A lot of hybrid and latex mattresses have a firm and a soft side to accommodate the needs of both children and adults.
Memory foam mattresses are great for kids but we don't recommend them because they tend not to cool well and can be a strain on the spines of small children. Consider a latex or hybrid mattress, which provides strong support and cooling infusions for your guest or child to sleep comfortably.
A low-profile mattress is often the best choice for kids bunk bed s. They are designed to be smaller than standard mattresses and increase the height of the safety rail for the top bunk. They also eliminate "filler" materials to offer top quality and an ultra-slim design.
Consider an innerspring model or hybrid with upper comfort layers which can be removed and replaced as your child grows. These models can give you an idea of the durability of the mattress as your child grows. You can also put in a bed skirt or mattress pad to prevent it from sliding. Some beds have a side rails or a lip built-in to prevent this from happening.
Storage
Bunk beds are an excellent alternative to save space in rooms shared by children. Bunk beds are also a less expensive alternative to purchasing two full-sized single beds. Many bunks also provide the option of an trundle bed that can be hidden beneath the bottom bunk when it is not being used.
Consider installing a kids bedroom furniture combination set that includes bookshelves, desks, or dressers to maximize storage space in a room that has bunk beds. This will allow you to keep all your child's personal items such as clothing, toys and clothes in one place without cramming them into overstuffed closets or chests. These sets of kids bedroom furniture can be found at a variety of stores. They are safe to use and meet federal standards.
The stacking bunks provide an ideal playground for children and children can transform the spaces below into hidden hideaways or cosy play areas. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked 6 bunks in this room to create the ultimate kids space that can be used for playing, sleeping and even twirling superhero capes. The room has the bubble wallcovering of Chasing Paper and a ceiling painted in Benjamin Moore Blue Jean to create the ultimate getaway.
If you're unable to construct stairs for your stacked kids bunk, a ladder can be an ideal 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 distance between ladder rungs. The ladder rungs are positioned flush with the ground, instead of above to aid in climbing.
Loft beds that can be lowered to just above the ground is another way to maximize space in a bunk bedroom. This lets you slide dressers, desks, or toy chests beneath the elevated beds. This is an effective maximization of space and it can be a great solution for smaller bedrooms or in a big family home where the beds need to be able to accommodate several sleepers.