Loft Beds For Kids - Maximize Your Kids' Room Space

If you're planning to decorate the space of a child, you might want to think about a loft bed. The bed will free up space and offer a place for your child to read, do their homework or perform other activities.

This particular model by DONCO provides plenty of storage. It includes bookcases, a desk and drawers. The Antetek Solid Pine Twin Loft Bed Frame wood construction makes it tough and robust.

Size

For the average kid the twin loft bed provides plenty of sleeping space that will easily last them until they reach their teens. These frames are more efficient in space and cost than bunk beds since they can only hold twin mattresses. What do you do if you want to offer your children more space for play than a traditional sleeping arrangement provides?

If that's the case, then take a look at this L-shaped loft bed from Pottery Barn. This frame will give your kids the space they've always wanted for their playroom and still leave plenty of room underneath for sleeping and studying.

While most loft beds feature a ladder that children use to climb up into the bed, this one is an extra secure option, with railings on both sides of the structure to help safeguard against falls. It's also designed so that children are able to climb up and down the ladder at the foot or head of the bed. This helps reduce the risk of falling.

This loft bed made by DHP takes things a step higher and makes it more enjoyable for the young ones by adding an inflatable slide that they can use to get to the top of their bedroom. Of course, it's essential to train your children on how to safely use the ladder and be cautious about playing too much on the top of the loft bed.

If your children have smaller rooms or share more space with an older sibling, a loft bed like this from Storkcraft can help you save lots of floor space. It comes with a unique mounting system that allows you to attach it to the wall or a set of stairs to be used as either as a desk or a twin bed.

This piece from Storkcraft lets children study or work in their loft bed. This design has a built-in computer desk that can accommodate a laptop or a desktop, and a hutch with an open shelves to store books, school supplies, and more. The hutch has an area for sitting on the lower level that is adorned with macrame sconces. This adds a cozy accent to the room.

Style

When it comes time to furnish rooms for kids, maximized space is the name of the game. From bedding and clothing to books, toys and games, rooms for kids can be quite crowded therefore making the most of vertical space is essential. This is where a loft bed for kids could come in handy.

There are a myriad of types of loft beds to suit kids' preferences, and the design possibilities are only limited by your imagination. For instance If your child likes to play house or pretend to be an astronaut, a loft bed designed to resemble those structures can provide the perfect spot for them to do just that.

Another popular choice is a loft bed with an integrated desk that can be used by children and teens for studying or homework, as well as arts and crafts. This type of loft bed may also be used as a teen hangout and usually includes a slide and other fun features to keep kids entertained while they're asleep or working.

Regardless of the design options, loft beds for kids are generally considered safe by experts, so long as they're properly installed in the room and are not used for jumping or other unsupervised activities. Guard rails are typically high enough to keep children from falling off of the top bunk. If a ladder or stairs are part of the loft bed, they must be securely connected.

One way to help your kids feel safe while they sleep on their loft bed is to put up curtains or other room partitions around the structure. It's an easy and affordable method to create a comfortable sleeping space for your children that feels more like their own private space. It's also a great option to keep out noise from the rest of the home. If you're looking for a loft bed with plenty of storage space, think about one with shelves or cubbies that are built into the bottom of the. This will allow your children to keep all their equipment within arm's reach and can free up floor space that would otherwise be taken up by a desk.

Safety

Loft beds and bunk beds are a lot of fun for children however, they can also be dangerous. Children who are younger than six are more susceptible to injuries from falling off these beds, which often have guardrails on the sides but not at the top. Parents must teach their children to use these beds and make sure they don't climb on the ladder or play on the top or bottom bunk.

Many of the most common accidents that happen with bunk and loft beds involve children falling off of the top of the level. This is particularly common for toddlers who lack the skills needed to realize that bunk beds are not a place to sleep or play. Other dangers include children tumbling down the ladder or tumbling over the side of the bed and playing underneath the bed where they may be caught by hanging toys or clothing.

Some loft and bunk bed designs feature ladders that are built-in to reduce the chance of children being able to fall or get trapped in them. Additionally, it's an excellent idea to install a safety net on the loft bed to prevent children from falling off the edge of the loft.

If you want your child's bunk bed or loft to function as a workstation, look for one like this model, which features an office, bookcase and storage. The upper level of this bunk bed has an attractive ladder that is attached to the frame's side and the lower one is a cave-like study area with a desk as well as storage for books, toys, and stationery.

This bunk bed will make your child feel like they're in a tent or even a fort. It has a space at the top to set up the construction of a tent. This bunk bed features a space for curtains, a tent or shelves for books on the top as well as a spacious workstation on the bottom provides plenty of space for desks, bookshelves and laptops. This bunk bed was made from pine, which is a lightweight but durable wood that can be painted and stained. It is compatible with twin or full-sized mattress.

Storage

A kids loft bed can be used to store toys, clothing and other personal items. It can also function as a desk, paired with a laptop or computer. Giving teenagers and children an area for work under their loft bed can help them focus on school assignments, projects and homework, free of games or toys. It can also make it easier to organize and keep clutter under control.

A bunk bed with a twin over Full Size Loft Bed with Desk And Storage configuration is an excellent option for families with multiple children and a limited space. It lets one child sleep on the top bunk and the younger sibling can sleep on the lower bunk. The futon at the bottom can be converted into a bed for guests staying over. Many of these models have a ladder to allow easy access to the top of the bed.

Another option for storage in a loft bed is to build a platform with shelves or cupboards. This allows for plenty of storage space for books and other objects. This can be a great DIY project for your children to work on together. It will allow your children to decorate their space according to their preferences.

Some loft beds are equipped with built-in desk spaces that can be used by kids and teenagers to do arts and crafts, computer or paper work, and other activities. For example the Naomi Home study loft bed features the ability to flip out the desk, with plenty of storage space for many things. The bed is elegant in design that blends into any decor. It also comes with guardrails, a ladder, and slats for support.

This design from Willow and Jade Interiors is a fun and creative alternative to a standard bunk bed. It's like a tent and comes with curtains to create a comfortable space to read or relax. It can be covered with a sheet to play outside in good weather. You can find bunk beds that have sliding doors for security and privacy.