Buying a Bunk Bed With Double Bed

A bunk bed with two beds can make the most of limited bedroom space. The most secure bunk beds are secure and sturdy.

Make sure you have sturdy railings that will stop children from falling off or being caught between the mattresses.

This solid wood bunk set is Greenguard Gold certified and can be divided into two separate beds. The stairs are wide enough to accommodate teens and adults.

Size

When looking for a bunk bed with double beds, size is an important factor to consider. Many children grow quickly and could outgrow a bunk bed before you are ready to make another purchase. When choosing a bunkbed, you should also consider the type of mattress.

The most popular bunk bed configuration is twin over twin. These bunk beds consist of two mattresses that are twin-sized and stacked on top of each other. They are ideal for children sharing bedrooms. Twin over twin bunks can accommodate normal twin mattresses that measure 39 inches wide and 75 inches long. Consider twin XL mattresses in case you are looking for a more luxurious mattress. These are five inches longer than standard twins and work well for college students, teenagers and adults.

Full over full bunk beds feature an extra-large mattress on the bottom bunk, which is perfect for adults or for children who are taller than the average. The full-size bed is 54 inches in width and 75 inches in length. A majority of these beds are equipped with a trundle, which can be pulled out from underneath the bed to provide an additional sleeping space.

Some bunk bed sets have lofts that are twin-sized and can be split into separate standalone beds. This is a great option when you want to ensure the future of the bunk bed by separating the upper and lower beds or if your children decide to switch rooms in the near future.

There are bunk beds that don't require a foundation or box spring, because the frame elevates the mattress. This is an excellent option for families with budget as it does away with the need for foundations or box springs.

Your choice of frame and mattress will also be influenced by the number of guests who will be sleeping on your bunk beds. Larger rooms can accommodate triple, L-shaped, or trundle bunk beds, smaller rooms are designed for twin over full or twin over full layout.

Style

Depending on the configuration, a bunk bed that has two mattresses can accommodate either children or adults. Standard bunk beds are stacked on the top of each other, with the top bed accessed by an incline. This arrangement is ideal for rooms with limited space, and makes the room more functional. Another option is a futon that is set up as a standard bunk, but with a lower Western-style futon couch that converts to beds. This bed is ideal for families with teens and college students. It can accommodate up to four people.

If you're looking to furnish your bunk bed with additional storage, look for an item that incorporates drawers for clothing or other things. Some sets have an integrated desk as well as a wooden board along the side of the stairs, which can be used to hang wall decor or even art. Bunk beds with a desk are ideal for bedrooms for children but they can also work well in guest rooms or as the main bedroom for older kids and teenagers.

The color of the bunk bed can also impact the overall look of your space. A white bunk bed, for instance can give the impression of lightness and airiness while a bunk bed constructed of dark wood gives an old-fashioned or rustic feel. If you are planning to put a bunk bed in a bedroom shared by children, opt for the right paint finish that will match your furniture pieces. Bunk beds can be used to add the theme of nautical as in this bedroom from Kirsten Brockner Interiors that features sea-inspired bedding, red and blue striped accents and a stairway fit for a captain's cabin.

When decorating a bunk room with a double bed try to keep the design simple and clean so that it can be easily adapted as your child grows older and their preferences change. A bunk bed with twin beds that have a stone-like finish that is neutral can easily be updated by adding some throw pillows in different hues.

Safety

One of the main factors to consider when purchasing bunk beds is safety. Bunk beds can be incredibly risky if they're not built or the kids do not follow the rules. You must take measurements of the space you're planning to put the bunk bed and then compare the dimensions of the frame with the dimensions of the mattress. This will ensure that the mattress is perfectly fitted, and your child will be able to get in and out of the bed without problems.

Guard rails are an essential security feature. They should be placed on the top and bottom bunks. They should be constructed of solid wood and securely fastened to the frame of the bunk. Also any gaps, holes or openings on the frame of a bunk bed need to be small enough to keep children's legs, head or torsos from getting caught in the gaps. It's also an excellent idea to ensure that any ladders or stairs used to climb up and down the bunk bed are part of the frame or that they're securely secured to it, to avoid them coming loose and creating the risk of tripping.

Another important safety tip: Don't let children younger than six years old sleep on the top bunk. Most injuries related to bunk beds occur to children who aren't yet this age, and more than half of them happen because of falls. It's a good idea also, to establish clear rules for using the bunk bed, and to stress that the top bunk should not be used for jumping or playing.

Also, it's recommended to make sure that no clothes, belts or jump ropes hang from the frame of the bunk beds double over double bed as they could pose serious strangulation hazards for Full Over Full Bunk Beds children. You can purchase clip on shelves that can be easily attached to the sides of the bed and provide your child a place to keep their essentials for the night so that they don't have to get up out of the bed to search for them in the dark.

Storage

Bunk beds are a great option to accommodate two people in one room and not take up too much space. The upper bed is usually accessible via a ladder, which is great for siblings sharing bedrooms, or for family members who live in tiny apartments.

Bunk beds are available in a variety of sizes and styles to suit any room. They can be even modified to meet the requirements of the sleepers. If, for example, one child likes sleeping on the top of the bunk and the other on the bottom one, the beds can be arranged in a way that they face each other. This allows each child to have their own personal space, but still be within the family.

Another feature that many bunk bed owners enjoy is the possibility of adding under-bed storage drawers or trundles to their frame. These extras can be put beneath the bunk bed to store clothing or blankets. These accessories can also be used to provide extra space for guests to come to visit.

In addition to drawers under the bed, trundles can be added to bunk beds in the shape of mattresses that can be pulled out underneath the bottom bed and are accessible with just a few steps. This provides an additional sleeping space for guests who are visiting and eliminates the requirement for an air mattress.

Safety features are essential for anyone thinking of buying bunk beds. You should look for side rails on the upper and lower quadruple bunks that will stop a child from falling off the top bunk. It is also important to think about the thickness of a mattress you can comfortably place on the top bunk, because a too thick mattress can cause a sleeper to fall off the rails of guards in the middle of sleep and hurt him or herself.

Other options for safety include the type of ladder you choose for your bunk bed. Some bunk beds come with an extended ladder that connects the lower and upper rails. Some include a shorter ladder that is tacked to the front of upper guard rails. The latter is ideal for children because it makes climbing to the top bunk simpler and safer.