Kids Bunk Bed - A Great Way to Maximize Space
Kids bunk beds are a great way to maximize space while reducing the cost of separate rooms. Look for models with solid foundations and mattress supports that eliminate gaps or spaces where children can get stuck or caught.
Another factor to consider is how the bed can be accessible: bunks typically have staircases or ladders with angled ladders taking less space than standard vertical ones.
Space-saving Design
Bunk beds are the ideal way to maximize a small space. Whether you're looking to outfit an attic bedroom or even the smallest room in your home, bunk beds for kids help you save floor space without losing any style or comfort. Most bunk beds offer twin over full or twin over queen configurations so your kids can sleep side-by-side while enjoying their own space. A bunk bed for three is also an excellent option, particularly if you plan to use the bottom bunk as a playroom or office during the day.
Most bunks come with ladders built into the frame or a staircase leading to the top bunk. To ensure safety the height of the ladder should not exceed 5 to 6 feet away from the ceiling. This will prevent bumping heads and ensure that the child who sleeps on the top bunk doesn't rest too high.
If you're looking to keep your kids' bedroom furniture in style look into a wooden bunk bed that has stairs. This will not only add a fashionable design to your child's room, but also provide ample storage space for all the toys, books and other knickknacks that they might need.
Some bunks can be converted to a futon. This lets your kids make use of the lower bunk bed as a couch during the day and then slide out the top futon to create an ideal sleeping space at night. This type of bunk is great if you have the room and your children are old enough to handle the extra sleeping surface.
If you don't have the space to fit the traditional bunk bed, consider a corner bunk or loft. These beds are set in the corner of your kids room, leaving the room for other kids' furniture such as shelves or dressers. Some bunk beds have an attached desk, which means that your kids can do their homework while in their beds. This will help them stay focused during their study time and promotes good habits.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds are great for children who wish to be able to sleep independently but don't have enough space to have two bedrooms. A majority of our beds feature an incline to make it easier for children to reach the top bunk. This is more secure than climbing the sides of the bunk bed, which can be risky. Children should only climb onto the top bunk if they are mature enough to climb safely, which is usually when they reach six years old.
Although many parents are enticed to buy bunk beds with straight ladders, we suggest opting for ones with angled ladders for added safety and convenience. These ladders are easier to grasp and provide a more comfortable experience. To climb, children place their feet on the rungs in a sequence and move up until they reach top bunk. Consider a ladder that has handhole cutouts and anti-slip grooves to make it easier for children to hold onto the ladder as they climb.
If you're looking for a more permanent solution, we have several different types of stairs that can be fixed to the frame of the bunk bed. kids bunk bed feature an edging that is placed around the stairs to ensure safety and a larger tread to prevent falls and slips. To give a more attractive appearance, you can opt for an stairwell with built-in storage drawers, which 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 any ladder, which leaves plenty of room underneath for children to play and to sleep. A lot of these loft and bunk beds are designed to look like a treehouse or another fun structure, so they're a great choice for kids who love spending time in the outdoors. Some of our bunk and loft beds include a slide to add an extra touch of excitement.
Extra Storage
A variety of loft and bunk beds have additional storage space to ensure that children's rooms are tidy. These beds can store books, clothes toys, books, and more vertically, saving valuable floor space. They also work in traditional and contemporary bedroom designs. Pottery Barn Kids has a wide selection of twin beds that will fit your child's room and their needs.
The classic Maxtrix loft bed with drawers is a great option as a storage solution to the bunk beds your child sleeps in. It has two large drawers that can be used to store shoes, clothing as well as bedtime essentials and other things. The drawers are mounted on unidirectional casters that make it simple for children to open and close them. This is a great option for children sharing a room, as it allows them to keep each other's possessions out of each other's reach.
This Maxtrix loft bed comes with a built-in desk as well as a an hutch to create a practical study area. The solid wood desk can be easily removed from under the bed and folded back into the bed when not in use. This creates more space in the bedroom to play. It's an ideal solution for children who love to create all day long or use their computer to complete homework assignments.
The bed at the bottom of this Maxtrix bunk can be converted into a cozy sofa when it's time for sleep. This is a great choice for kids who like to invite friends to sleepovers or parents who want to make space in the guest room. This twin over futon is also great for children who are transitioning into regular beds from cribs.
Kids who love to climb and are full of energy will love the unique design and function of a loft or bunk bed. These beds provide a fun alternative to traditional bedroom furniture and are available in various designs, finishes and configurations. There are also options that include a storage trundle as well as a ladders for guests to stay over which allows you to meet the ever-changing requirements of a family in a single bedroom.
Fun Slide
The fun of a bunk bed for kids can be increased by adding a slide. The excitement of children racing down the top bunk stimulates imaginative play and activity, making it easier for them to fall asleep at night.
Bunk beds with slides are the perfect opportunity to mix play and sleep in one space, perfect for shared rooms for children and families that are growing. Kids can race each other up the ladder, and then take turns sliding down the slide, bringing hours of fun to their room.
Our unique bunk and loft bed with slide models are available in twin over full size to fit comfortably in most bedrooms, and can be divided to make two standard beds at a future date. This bed frame for bunk beds is constructed of solid birch and features natural wood grain as shown. It can also be purchased in White or Chestnut.
Our bunk beds that have slides include the Billi-Bolli Slide Tower. This can be attached to either the side of the ladder or to the front, based on the size of the room. The slide can extend up to 190 cm depending on the height of the frame. A 70 cm exit opening is required.
Pick your kids' bunk beds and add a slide to create the ultimate play-and-sleep combo! You can further customize your children's bunk bed with the addition of bottom play curtains for an exciting castle-like fort. You can also add drawers for storage in the trundle for additional sleeping space when you have overnight guests.
If you're looking to upgrade your bunk bed's space-saving design with a slide for the bunk and still have space for a second trundle, consider our new Twin over Full Stacked Storage Bunk Bed with Trundle (shown below). This space saving bunk bed style has two spacious underbed storage drawers as well as a twin trundle that pulls out from underneath the top bunk, allowing you to accommodate 4 or more sleepers in this compact and stylish bed.