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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds can add drama and adventure to a child's bedroom. Ms. Keenan adds a shelf to hold books, or a reading light in each sleeping nook to make bunk beds more appealing to children. Many of our bunk beds for kids can be transformed into two twin beds. This is perfect if your plan is to move them into their own bedroom at some point. Choose from finishes like brushed gray, creamy white and rich walnut. Stairs and Ladders You can choose between stairs or ladders when you are choosing bunk beds for kids. Ladders can be installed easily and are cheaper. They also offer an easy way to get into the top bunk bed. They are also considered safer than staircases, as they have a wider surface for children to walk on and have a built-in handrail. Ladders usually have grooves in the steps to prevent slipping when climbing up and down the bed. If you prefer the style and look of stairs, they may be a more elegant addition to your bunk bed. Staircases can also be utilized in rooms with limited space since they don't protrude as ladders. They are typically made of metal or wood and can be a great match for various styles of bedrooms. Some staircases are equipped with storage drawers that are an ideal way to expand the size of a bunk bed. When choosing between a ladder or stairs take into account the age of your child. While it is recommended nobody 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 are planning to use your bunk bed to accommodate guests, like younger children or adults who have limited mobility, it is best to choose stairs. A straight staircase on the side of the bed will require 95” of space on either side. If you don't have that much space, you can opt for a u-shaped staircase which doesn't require as much space, but offers a secure and safe way to access 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 staircases that connect to the bottom of the bed, which eliminates the requirement for a separate handrail, and makes it easier for children to climb up and down. Guard Rails Guard rails let children climb into and out of their beds independently and provide them with a sense of independence and confidence. They must be positioned correctly to ensure that there are no gaps or loosening between guardrails and the bed frame. If you decide to use guard rails, make sure you follow the instructions of the manufacturer and inspect them frequently for any looseness or holes that could potentially lead to entrapment. Keep bunk beds away from electrical appliances and other objects that could be projectiles while your children are playing or sleeping. Be sure to place bunks away from windows, which could be a danger to fall when children climb up to the top level. You might want to put an evening light on the ladder to light the way up and down when your child awakes at the end of the night to use the bathroom, or if they wake up due to an erupting storm and have to leave their room. Another great safety feature for bunks is a safety net, that can be put up on the top level to prevent children from falling over when they're asleep or playing. This is especially a good idea for older children who may be more likely to sleep in the top bunk. Guardrails should be secured to the bunk bed structure and are not removed without the use tools. The guardrail openings that are above the mattress foundation should not exceed 3.5 inches wide to prevent 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 perpendicular direction to the plane of the larger end of the block, and sustain it for 1 minute. It's a good idea to inform your children to not hang any items on the ladder or guardrail, such as clothing, belts, and sports equipment. Instead you should make use of an organized rack to keep these items from becoming a strangulation hazard for your child. Also, ensure that more than one child should not sleep on the top of the bunk, since this can create an unsafe imbalance that could lead to falling. childrens bunk bed Take into consideration your child's age and size when selecting a mattress for a bunk bed. A bunk mattress should last at the least eight years or until siblings stop sharing the same bedroom. You'll want to select one that grows with your child and still offer enough comfort as they grow older. There are a myriad of options for bunk mattress sizes. They are usually full or twin size. If your kiddos suffer from allergies or asthma you should choose an hypoallergenic mattress that has dust mite barriers and a cover that wicks moisture. Mattresses with an antimicrobial layer will protect the foam from harmful bacteria and germs. The comfort of your mattress is also crucial. Children are typically heavier than adults, and require a mattress which is firm but also comfortable. Many hybrid and latex mattresses have one side that is firm and the other soft side that can accommodate both children's needs. Memory foam mattresses are a good choice for kids, but we don't recommend them as they tend not to cool well and can be a strain on the spines of young children. You should consider a hybrid or a latex mattress instead, which offer strong support with cooling infusions to ensure that your child or guest sleeping cool and comfortable. A mattress with a low profile is usually the best choice for children's bunk beds. These are designed to be smaller than regular mattresses and maximize the height of the safety rail for the top bunk. They reduce “filler” material to provide the highest quality and slim lines. If your child wants to test a mattress that's more hefty than a regular bed, consider an innerspring or hybrid model with comfort layers on the top that can be removed or replaced as your child grows. These models will give you an idea of the longevity of the mattress as your child grows. You can also add a bed skirt or mattress pad to prevent it from sliding. Some mattresses have side rails or a lip built in to prevent this. Stores Bunk beds can be an excellent option to free up space in shared kids rooms. Bunk beds can also be a cheaper alternative to buying two full-sized single beds. Many bunks allow to add a trundle that can be tucked under the bottom bunk when not being used. Consider installing a kids bedroom furniture combination set that includes bookshelves, desks, or dressers to maximize storage and space in a room with bunk beds. This will let you keep all of your child's personal belongings including toys, clothing and clothes in one place without cramming them into overstuffed closets or chests. These kids bedroom furniture sets are available from a number of retailers and typically comply with all safety standards of the federal government. Stacking bunks can be a playground for imagination and children can transform the spaces below into secret places to play or cozy 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 superhero cape twirls. The room is decorated with a bubble wallcovering from Chasing Paper, and the ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore Blue Jean. If you are unable to build an stairwell for your bunk bed that is stacked with kids A ladder is an easy solution. These ladders are constructed with a combination Single Socket, Flange, and 90 Degree Side Outlet Fittings. They can be easily adjusted in order to increase or decrease distance between the ladder rungs. The ladder rungs are also set in a straight line with the ground rather than higher to aid in climbing. Another method to maximize space in a room that has bunk beds is by installing loft beds for kids which can be lowered to just above the floor. This allows you to slide dressers, desks, or toy chests beneath the beds on top. This is a great method to maximize space in bedrooms that are small or in large family homes where beds have to be able to accommodate multiple sleepers.