Kids Bunk Bed - A Great Way to Maximize Space
Kids bunk beds are an excellent way to maximize space while saving money on separate rooms. Look for models with solid foundations and mattress supports that stop gaps or spaces where children can get stuck or caught.
The method by which the bed can be accessed is also important. Bunk beds are generally accessible via ladders or stairs, and angled ladders take less space than standard ladders that are vertical.
Space-Saving Design
Bunk beds are the perfect way to maximize a small space. Bunk beds for children are a great way to make space in a small space or attic. They also provide comfort and style. The majority of bunk beds come in twin over full or queen over twin configurations, meaning that your kids can share a bed while still having their own space. bunk bed for kids for three is also a great option, especially in the event that you plan to use the lower bunk as an office or playroom during the day.
The majority of bunks have an attached ladder to the frame or a staircase leading to the top bunk. The ladder's height shouldn't exceed 5-6 feet from the ceiling for safety reasons. This will prevent bumps on heads and to ensure that the child sleeping on the top bunk isn't too high up.
Think about a wooden bunkbed that has stairs for your kids' bedroom furniture to look elegant. This will not only add a stylish accent to your child's bedroom and provide plenty of storage space for all the books, toys and other knickknacks that they might need.
Some bunks also offer the ability to convert from a standard bed to an actual futon. This allows your children to use the lower bunk bed as a couch during the day and then slide out the top futon to create a comfortable sleeping area at night. This kind of bunk bed is great if you have enough space and your children are old enough to manage the additional sleeping surface.
If you do not have the space to accommodate the traditional bunk bed, think about a corner loft or corner bunk. These beds are positioned in the corner of your kids' room, which leaves the room for other kids' furniture like dressers or shelves. Additionally, some bunks have beds with desks connected, which makes it simple for your young ones to do homework while sitting up in bed. This helps them stay focused during their study time and helps them develop good habits.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds can be a great solution for children who prefer to sleep in separate rooms, but don't have enough space to have two separate rooms. Most of our bunk beds have a ladder that makes it easier for children to climb up the top bed. This is safer than climbing the sides of the bed, which can be risky. Children should only climb the top bunk when they are able safely do so. This is usually at least six years of age.
Many parents are enticed by the straight ladders on bunk beds, but we recommend angled ladders to increase security and ease of use. These ladders provide a more comfortable climbing experience and are also more comfortable to hold. To climb, children place their feet on the rungs in a sequence and then move upwards until they reach the top bunk. Think about a ladder that comes with anti-slip grooves and handhole cutouts to make it easier for children to hold onto the ladder while they climb.
If you're looking for a more permanent solution, we have many different styles of stairs that can be permanently fixed to the frame of the bunk bed. The stairs have a railing that encircles the staircase for additional safety, and they have more treads to prevent slips and falls. For a more stylish look, consider a set of stairs with built-in storage drawers. They are ideal for keeping your children's rooms tidy and neat.
Another method to reduce space is to select an loft bed that doesn't connect to the bottom bunk by an elevated ladder, which leaves plenty of space beneath for children to play or to sleep. The loft and bunk beds typically resemble a treehouse, which makes them an excellent choice for children who love spending time in the outdoors. Some of our loft and bunk beds have an added slide to add an extra spark of excitement.
Extra Storage
Many bunk and loft beds also have storage options to help kids keep their rooms tidy and neat. These beds can store clothes, books, toys, and more vertically, saving valuable floor space. These beds are compatible with both modern and traditional bedroom styles. Pottery Barn Kids has a numerous twin beds that can be adapted to your child's room and their requirements.
The classic Maxtrix loft bed with drawers is a great option to provide additional storage space to your child's bunk beds. It comes with two drawers that can be used to store clothes, shoes as well as bedtime essentials and other things. The drawers are equipped with casters that are unidirectional that make it easy for children to open and shut them. This is a great option for children who share one room. It can help keep their belongings separate from one another.
This Maxtrix loft bed includes an integrated desk and the hutch for a useful study nook. The solid wood desk for kids easily pulls out from underneath the bed and folds up when not in use, thus preserving space in the room for play. This is a great choice for children who like to use the computer or craft all day.
The bottom bed of this Maxtrix bunk can be turned into a cozy sofa when it's not time to go to sleeping. This is a great choice for children who want to invite friends over for sleepovers or for parents who want to make space in their guest room. This twin futon is also ideal for children who are preparing to move to regular beds from cribs.
Kids who love to climb and have lots of energy will love the unique design and function of a loft or bunk bed. These beds are a great alternative to traditional bedroom furniture and they're available in many styles, finishes and configurations. There are also options that include a storage trundle as well as a ladder for guests to stay over, making it possible to accommodate the evolving requirements of a family in the space of a single bedroom.
kids bunk bed Slide
A slide can increase the excitement of a kid's bunk bed. Kids love jumping down the slide from the top bunk, and the excitement encourages them to engage in imaginative play, making it easier to get them up and ready for the night's sleep.
Bunk beds with slides offer a great way to combine play and sleep in one space, perfect for shared rooms for kids and growing families. Kids can race up the ladder and then slide down the slide to bring hours of enjoyment to their rooms.
Our unique loft and bunk beds with slide models are available in twin-over-full size which means they can be a perfect fit in the majority of bedrooms, and can be split to create 2 standard size beds at a future date. The bunk bed frame is constructed from solid birch. It has natural finishes as shown. It can also be ordered in White or Chestnut.
For rooms with limited space our bunk beds with slides include the Billi-Bolli Slide Tower, which can be connected to either the side of the ladder or to the front of the frame for the bunk bed. Based on the height of the frame the slide will extend approximately 190cm into the room and an exit opening of 70cm is required.
Pick a bunk bed for your kids and add a slide to make the ultimate play and sleep combination! You can personalize your children's bunk bed with optional bottom play curtain for an exciting fort-like castle, and drawers for trundles that can provide additional sleeping space for guests staying over.
Take a look at our Twin over Full Stacked Storage Bunk Bed With Trundle (shown above) If you're looking to upgrade a space-saving bunk with a slide, but still have enough room for a trundle. This space-saving bunk bed features two drawers for storage under the bed and a twin trundle that is able to be removed from under the top bunk. It can accommodate four or more people.