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Bunk beds can bring excitement and drama to a child's space. To make bunks more appealing to children, Ms. Keenan often includes a shelf to store books or a reading lamp in every sleeping space.

Many of our kids beds bunks can be converted to two twin beds in one ideal if you are planning to move your children to their own bedrooms in the near future. Choose from finishes like brushed gray, cream white and rich walnut.

Stairs and Ladders

When choosing kids beds bunk, you have the option to pick between ladders or stairs. Ladders are more affordable and easy to install and offer a straightforward means of climbing into the top bed. They are more secure than stairs, since they provide a greater area for Kids Beds children to walk on and have a handrail that is integrated. Ladders also usually have grooves in the steps which can prevent slippage while climbing up or down the bed.

If you like the style and look of stairs, they may be a more elegant option to your bunk bed. Staircases are also suitable for rooms that are limited on space, as they don't protrude into the space like ladders do. They can be constructed of wood or metal and can be matched to the wide variety of bedroom styles. Some staircases come with storage drawers which can be an excellent way to expand the space of a bunk bed.

Another factor to consider when choosing between stairs and a ladder is the age of your child. It is recommended that children younger than 6 years old should not be sleeping on the top bunk. Older children who can climb vertically could be better off with stairs than a ladder. Also should you be planning on using your bunk bed as a guest bed for younger children or adults with limited mobility, stairs are the preferred choice.

A straight staircase that runs along the side of the bed requires 95" of space on either side. If you don't have this much room, you can opt for a u-shaped staircase that doesn't require as much space, but offers a secure and safe way to access the top bunk. Some beds come with 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. You can also find stairs that connect to the ends 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 give kids the confidence and freedom to climb in and out of beds on their own. They must be placed correctly to ensure there aren't any gaps or loosening between the guardrails and the frame of the bed. Follow the instructions of the manufacturer when installing guard rails and be sure to inspect them on a regular basis to ensure that they're not loose or have holes that could cause entrapment.

One of the most important safety concerns for bunk beds is to keep them away from electrical devices and other objects that could turn into projectiles while your children play or sleep. Place bunk beds away from windows to prevent an injury to fall risk when your children climb up on the top level.

One safety feature you might want to consider is a night light for the ladder. this can help illuminate the path up and down in case children awake at night and need to go to the bathroom or are woken during a storm and need to make their way out of their room safely.

A safety net can be placed on the top of the bunk to stop 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.

Guardrails must be securely attached to the bunk bed structure and are not removed without the use of tools. The guardrail openings above the mattress base should not be more than 3.5 inches wide to prevent entrapment or strangulation. To test this, insert the wedge block in Figure 1 into each opening in the lower edge of the highest guardrail member and above the underside of the mattress foundation. Then apply a 33-lbf (147-N) force in a perpendicular direction to the plane of the large end of the block, and sustain it for 1 minute.

It's a good idea inform your children to not hang any items on the guardrail or ladder like belts, clothing, and sporting equipment. Instead you should make use of an organized rack to keep these objects from becoming a strangulation hazard for your child. Be sure that not more than one child can sleep on the top bunk. This can lead to an unsafe imbalance and fall.

Mattresses

Take into consideration the age of your child and their size when selecting a mattress for a bunk bed. A bunk mattress will last for at least eight years, or until siblings do not share bedrooms and you'll need to select a mattress designed to expand with your child while still providing adequate support as they grow older.

Bunk mattresses are usually twin or full-size, and there are plenty of options that will fit either. If your child has asthma or allergies, choose an allergy-free mattress that has a dust-mite barrier and moisture-wicking cover. Mattresses that have an antimicrobial coating will protect the foam against harmful bacteria and germs.

The comfort of your mattress is also crucial. Kids generally weigh less than adults, which means they require mattresses that feel firm but also comfortable. Many hybrid and latex mattress have a firm and a soft side to accommodate the needs of both children and adults.

Memory foam mattresses are a good choice for kids but we don't recommend them due to their tendency not to cool effectively and can be a strain on the spines of young children. Think about a hybrid or latex mattress, which provides strong support and cooling infusions to your guest or child to sleep comfortably.

A mattress with a low profile is typically the best choice for kids bunk beds. These are designed to be slimmer than standard mattresses and increase the height of the safety rails for the top bunk. They also minimize "filler" materials to provide premium quality in an ultra-slim design.

If your child would like to try a mattress that's more substantial than a standard mattress, think about an hybrid or innerspring mattress with comfort layers on the top that can be removed or replaced as the child develops. These models can provide an idea of the mattress's durability 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.

Storage

Bunk beds are a great option to make space in rooms shared by children. They can also be an affordable alternative to purchasing two separate, full-sized single beds. A lot of bunks have the option to add a trundle, which can be placed under the bunk that is not being used.

To maximize storage space and space in a room that has bunk beds, consider creating a kids' bedroom furniture set which includes desks, dressers and/or bookcases. This will let you keep all of your child's personal items, clothing and toys in one place without cramming them into overstuffed closets or chests. These sets of bedroom furniture are available at a variety of retailers. They are safe to use and meet federal standards.

Stacked bunks can be an ideal playground for the imagination as kids can turn the space beneath into cozy places to hide and play. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked 6 bunks in this room for the ultimate kids space that can be used for playing, sleeping and even superhero cape twirls. The room is decorated with a bubble wallcovering made of Chasing Paper, and the ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore Blue Jean.

If you're unable to construct an entryway to your bunk beds A ladder is a simple alternative. They are constructed with a combination Single Socket Flange, Single Socket Degree Side Outlet Fittings. They can be easily adjusted to increase or decrease the distance between ladder rungs. The ladder rungs can also be positioned directly on the ground instead of above to aid in climbing.

Another way to maximize space in a room with bunk beds is to put up loft kids beds that can be moved down to just above the floor. This allows you to slide desks, dressers and toy chests under the beds. This is an excellent way to maximize the space in smaller bedrooms or large family homes where beds must be sufficient for multiple people to sleep.