Kids Bunk Bed - A Great Way to Maximize Space
Kids bunk beds are ideal for maximising space while reducing the cost of separate rooms. Find beds with sturdy foundations, and mattress supports to stop gaps or spaces in which children could become stuck or entangled.
Another consideration is how the bed is accessible: bunks are usually equipped with staircases or ladders, with angled ladders taking less space than standard vertical ones.
Space-saving Design
Bunk beds are a great option to maximize space in a small room. Whether you're looking to outfit an attic bedroom or even the most compact room in your home, bunk beds for kids will help you reduce floor space without losing any style or comfort. Most bunk beds offer twin over full or twin over queen designs so that your children can share a bed while still enjoying their personal space. A bunk bed for three is also a great option, especially when you intend to use the lower bunk as an office or playroom during the daytime.
Most bunks have an attached ladder to the frame or a staircase leading to the top bunk. The ladder's height should not exceed 5-6 feet above the ceiling for safety reasons. This will prevent bumping heads and ensure that the child sleeping on the top bunk does not sleep too high.
Think about a wooden bunkbed that has stairs if you want your children's bedroom furniture to appear stylish. This will not only add a stylish design to your child's room, but also provide ample storage space for all the books, toys and other items they might require.
Some bunks can also be converted from a bed to a 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 make a comfortable sleeping area at night. This type of bunk bed is perfect when you have enough space and your children are old enough to manage the extra sleeping surface.
If you do not have the space to accommodate the traditional bunk bed, consider a corner loft or corner bunk. These beds are placed in the corner of the room. This makes room for other furniture, like cabinets or shelves. Some bunk beds have an attached desk, which means that your kids can do their homework while still in their bed. This will help them to stay focused and instil good habits during study time.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds can be the ideal solution for kids who want to be able to sleep in separate rooms, but don't have enough space for two separate rooms. Many of our bunk beds come with a ladder that makes it easier for children to climb up to the top bed. This is more secure than climbing up the sides of the bunk bed which can be risky. Kids should only climb the top bunk when they are able to safely do so. This usually happens at least six years of age.
Many parents are tempted by straight ladders on bunk beds, but we recommend angle ladders to improve security and ease of use. These ladders offer a smoother climbing experience and are also more comfortable to hold. To climb, kids place their feet on the rungs one at atime and move up until they reach the top bunk. Consider a ladder that has handhole cutouts and anti-slip grooves to allow youngsters to hold onto the ladder as they climb.
If you are seeking an all-time solution there are a myriad of types of stairs that can be permanently mounted to the frame of bunk beds. The stairs are equipped with a railing that runs around the stairs to offer additional security. They also have a wider tread that prevents slipping and falling. You can pick an item with built-in drawers to give it a more decorative appearance. This is a great option to keep your child's bedroom organized and tidy.
Another way to save space is to select a loft bed that doesn't connect to the bottom bunk using a ladder at all and leaves plenty of space beneath for kids to play or sleep. Many of these bunk and loft beds are designed to be reminiscent of a treehouse or some other amusing structure, making them the ideal option for children who love spending time in the outdoors. Some of our bunk and loft beds have an added slide to add an extra touch of excitement.
Extra Storage
Many loft and bunk beds also have storage options to help kids keep their rooms tidy and neat. These beds can be used to store clothes, books toys, and other items vertically, thereby saving floor space. These beds work well with both traditional and modern bedroom styles. Pottery Barn Kids has a wide selection of twin over full beds that can be adapted to the room of your child and their needs.
A classic Maxtrix loft with drawers is an easy method to add storage to your kiddo's bunk bed. It uses two spacious drawers for clothing, shoes, bedtime essentials, and other things. The drawers have unidirectional casters that make it easy for children to open and shut them. This is an excellent option for kids who share a room. It helps keep the belongings of each other from one another.
This Maxtrix loft bed also comes with a built-in desk as well as a the hutch for a useful study area. The solid wood desk for kids can easily be removed from under the bed and folds back up when not in use, thus preserving the space to play. This is a great option for children who like to use the computer or do crafts all day long.
The bottom bed on this Maxtrix bunk can be turned into a comfortable sofa if it's not the time for sleeping. This is a great choice for children who love hosting sleepovers with their friends or for parents seeking to reduce the size of their guest room. This twin over futon is also a great option for younger kids who are transitioning from cribs to beds that are regular.
Children who love climbing and have lots of energy will appreciate the unique design and function of a bunk or loft bed. These beds provide a fun alternative to traditional bedroom furniture and are available in a variety of styles, finishes, and configurations. There are also options that include a storage ladder or a trundle to accommodate sleepover guests making it easy to accommodate a family's evolving needs in a single room.
Fun Slide
A slide can boost the enjoyment of a children's bunk bed. Kids love jumping down from the top bunk. The excitement encourages activity and imaginative play, making it simpler to get up and ready to go to sleeping at night.
Bunk beds with slide are a great choice for families that are growing and sharing rooms. Kids can race up the ladder, and then slide down the slide, bringing hours of enjoyment to their space.
Our unique bunk and loft bed with slide models are available in twin-over-full size which means they can be a perfect fit in all bedrooms. They can be divided to make 2 standard size beds at a future date. This bed frame for bunk beds is crafted from solid birch. It has natural wood grain as shown but can also be ordered in White or Chestnut.
For rooms with a 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 bunk bed frame. The slide can protrude up to 190cm depending on the height of the frame. A 70-cm exit opening is required.
Choose your kids bunk beds and include a slide to make the ultimate sleep-and-play combo! You can personalize your children's bunk bed by adding a bottom play curtain for an exciting fort-like castle, and trundle drawers to provide extra sleeping space for guests staying over.
If you want to upgrade your space-saving bunk bed with a bunk slide 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 plus a twin trundle that pulls out from underneath the top bunk and allows you to accommodate four or more guests in this sleek and compact bed.