Buying a Bunk Bed With Double Bed

A bunk bed that is double beds can make the most of your bedroom space. The best bunk beds are safe and solid.

Look for sturdy guard rails to prevent children from falling over or being caught between the mattresses.

This solid wood bunk set is Greenguard Gold certified and can be separated into two freestanding beds. The stairs are wide enough for teens and adults.

Size

Size is an important aspect to take into account when looking for a double bunk bed. Many children grow rapidly and may require you to buy a new bunk bed prior to them outgrowing the one they have. When choosing a bunkbed it is important to consider the type of mattress.

The most common bunk bed configuration is twin over twin. These bunk beds are made up of two twin-sized mattresses stacked on top of each other. They're perfect for siblings sharing bedrooms. Twin over twin bunks can fit standard twin mattresses that are 39 inches wide by 75 inches long. If you're looking for a more luxurious option, consider twin XL bunk bed mattresses. These are five inches longer than standard twins and work well for college students, teenagers, and adults.

Full-size mattresses are placed on the bottom bunks of full-over-full bunk beds. This is perfect for children and adults who are taller. The full-size bed measures 54 inches wide 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 more sleeping space.

Some bunk bed sets include lofts with twin-sized beds that can be divided into separate beds. This is a great option for those who want to secure your bunk bed by making the lower and upper beds separate, or if your children decide to swap rooms in the near future.

There are bunk beds without the need for a foundation or box spring, because the frame elevates the mattress. This is a great option for families who are on a budget since it saves money and eliminates the necessity of a separate foundation or box spring.

The number of people that have to sleep with on the bunk bed will affect the choice of frame and mattress. Larger rooms can accommodate triple bunk beds or L-shaped bunk beds. Smaller rooms are more for twin over full double bunk beds or full over twin layout.

Style

Depending on the configuration a bunk bed with double mattresses can be able to accommodate children or adults. The standard bunk beds are stacked on top of each other with the top bed accessible by a ladder. This arrangement is great for rooms that have limited space and helps make the space more practical. Another alternative is a futon bunk that is designed to look like a standard bed, but features a lower Western-style futon couch which converts into a bed. This quadruple sleeper bunk beds uk bed can sleep up to four people simultaneously and is an excellent choice for families with teens or college students.

If you want to outfit your bunk bed with additional storage, look for a set with stairs with drawers to store clothing or other items. Some sets come with desks that are built-in and a wooden panel on the side of the stairs that can be used as a unique space to hang art or decor. Bunk beds with desks work well in bedrooms for children, but can also be used as an additional bedroom or primary bedroom for older kids and teens.

The color of your bunk bed can influence the overall look of your room. For instance, a white bunk bed can provide an airy and light feel while a dark wood bunk bed creates a more traditional or rustic look. If you're considering using the twin bunk bed in a bedroom shared by children make sure you pick a paint shade that is in harmony with the other furniture. Bunk beds can be used to enhance the theme of nautical like this bedroom designed by Kirsten Brockner Interiors that features sea-inspired bedding, blue and red striped accents and a stairway that is suitable for a captain's cabin.

When decorating a bunk room with a double bed ensure that the design is simple and clean, so that it can be easily modified as your child grows up and their preferences change. A bunk bed with twin beds that have an unassuming stone finish can be easily modernized by adding a few throw pillows in contrast shades.

Safety

Safety is a major consideration when purchasing bunk beds. Bunk beds can be dangerous in the event that they are not constructed properly or if the children don't adhere to the rules. It is important to take measurements of the space you intend to put the bunk bed and then compare the dimensions of the frame with the measurements of the mattress. This will ensure that your mattress fits perfectly and there is enough space for your child to get into and out of bed without any problems.

Guard rails are a crucial security feature. They should be on the top and bottom bunks. These rails must be made of solid wood and bunk bed with double attached securely to the frame. Additionally any gaps, holes or openings on the frame of a bunk bed should be small enough to avoid children's heads, legs or torso from getting caught in them. To prevent accidents from tripping it is a good idea to ensure that any ladders and stairs used to climb the frame of the bunk bed are part or the frame itself.

Another crucial safety tip is to never allow children younger than six to sleep on the top bunk. Most bunk bed-related injuries occur to children younger than this age and more than half of them occur due to falls. It's a good idea as well, to set clear rules for using the bunk bed, and to stress that the top bunk should not be used for bouncing or playing.

It is essential to ensure that no clothes belts, jump ropes hang off the frame of the bunk bed. These can be an extremely strangulation risk for children. You can purchase clip on shelves that attach easily to the sides of the bunk and give your child a place to keep their night time essentials so they don't need to get up out of bed to find them in the dark.

Stores

Bunk beds are a great way to accommodate two people in a room without taking up too much space. The upper bed is accessible via the ladder. This is a great option for siblings sharing bedrooms or for family members living in small apartments.

Bunk beds are available in a variety of sizes, styles and shapes to fit in with any space. They can be made to meet the requirements of each person sleeping. For instance that if one child would prefer the top bed while another prefers the bottom bunk and the beds can be arranged so that they face each one. This allows each child to have their own private space, while still being close to family members.

Many owners of bunk beds like the option of adding under-bed storage drawers and trundles. These accessories can be put beneath the bunk bed to store clothing or blankets. They also offer extra space to sleepovers for guests who visit.

Besides under-bed drawers, trundles can be added to bunk beds in the form of pull-out mattresses that are placed under the bed's bottom and are accessible with a simple step. This gives you an additional sleeping space for guests who visit and eliminates the need for an air mattress.

Anyone considering buying a bunk bed must consider the safety features. Make sure there are side rails on the lower and upper bunks to stop a child from falling off the top bunk. It is also important to consider the thickness of a mattress that can be comfortably fitted on the upper bunk. A mattress that is too thick could cause a child roll off the guard rails and cause injury to themselves.

The kind of ladder you choose for your bunk beds is another safety option. Some types of bunk beds have a lengthy ladder that connects the lower and upper guard rails, whereas other types have an easier ladder that connects to the front of the upper guard rail. This is the most suitable option for children as it makes climbing up to the top bunk safer and easier.