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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds can bring excitement and drama to a child's bedroom. To make bunks more appealing to children, Ms. Keenan often includes a ledge to hold books or a reading lamp in every sleeping space. Many of our bunk beds for kids can be made into two twin beds. This is ideal for those who plan to make them move to their own bedroom at some point. Pick from finishes like brushed gray, cream white and rich walnut. Stairs and Ladders If you're looking for bunk beds for kids you can choose to pick between ladders or stairs. Ladders are more affordable and easy to set up, and they provide an easy way to climb into the top bunk. They are also considered safer than stairs, since they have a wider surface for children to step on and have a built-in handrail. Ladders usually have grooves in the steps to prevent slipping when climbing up and down the bed. If you prefer the style and appearance of stairs, they could be a more elegant addition for your bunk bed. Staircases can also be used in rooms with limited space as they don't protrude as ladders. They can be constructed from wood or metal and are able to match the wide variety of bedroom designs. Some staircases have integrated storage drawers, which are an excellent way to add more space to the bunk bed. Another thing to take into consideration when deciding between stairs and a ladder is the age of your child. It is recommended that children younger than 6 years old should not be sleeping on the top bunk. Older children who are able to climb vertically may do better with stairs rather than using a ladder. In addition, if you're planning on using your bunk bed as a guest bed for younger children or for adults with a limited mobility stairs are the best choice. A straight staircase on the side of the bunk requires at least 95” of space on each side. If you don't have this much room, you can opt for a u-shaped stairs which doesn't require as much space but still offers a secure and safe means of accessing the top bunk. Certain beds let you disconnect the stairs when they're not being used. This reduces the footprint of the bed, making it more suited to multi-purpose spaces. There are stairs that connect to the bottom of the bed. This eliminates the requirement for separate handrails and makes it easier to climb to the bottom for kids. Guard Rails Guard rails give children the confidence and the freedom to climb into and out of bed on their own. They must be placed correctly to ensure there aren't any gaps or loosening between guardrails and the frame of the bed. Follow the manufacturer's guidelines when installing guard rails and be sure to inspect them on a regular basis to ensure that they're not loose or have holes that could cause trapping. One of the most important safety concerns for bunk beds is to ensure they are kept away from electrical devices and other objects that could turn into projectiles while your children play or sleep. Be sure to place bunks away from windows, which can cause a risk of falling if kids get up on the top level. You might want to put a nightlight on the ladder to illuminate the ladder's climb and descent in the event that your child gets up at the night to go to the bathroom, or are woken by the sound of a storm and are forced to leave their bedroom. Another great security feature for bunk beds is a safety net, that can be put up on the top level to keep children from falling down while asleep or playing. This is a great idea for older children who are more likely to sleep in the top bunk. Guardrails should be secured to the bunk bed structure and not removable without the use of tools. The openings in the guardrail above the mattress base must not be larger than 3.5 inches wide to avoid entrapment or strangulation. The wedge block is placed on Figure 1 in each opening of the uppermost guardrail member and above the mattress foundation. Apply 33 lbf (147 N) in a direction that is perpendicular to the plane of the larger edge of the block for a minute. It's a good idea to inform your children to not hang anything on the ladder or guardrail, such as belts, clothes, or sporting equipment. Instead, you should use an organized rack to keep the objects from creating a strangulation hazard for your child. Also, ensure that more than one kid does not sleep on the top of the bunk, as this could create an unsafe imbalance that could result in falls. affordable bunk beds for kids When selecting a mattress for bunk beds, take into account the size of your child and their age. A bunk mattress should last for at least eight years, or until siblings do not share bedrooms and you'll need to select a mattress designed to adapt to the needs of your child while still providing sufficient support as they grow older. Bunk mattress sizes are usually twin or full-size, and there are many options that can fit either. If your child is suffering from allergies or asthma choose a hypoallergenic bed with a dust-mite barrier and moisture-wicking cover. Kids are likely to experience many accidents and spills, which is why a mattress that has an antimicrobial layer can help to shield the foam from harmful bacteria and germs. Another factor to consider is the mattress's feel. Children typically weigh less than adults, which means they require a mattress that feels firm but is also comfortable. Many latex and hybrid mattresses have one side that is firm and the other soft side to meet children's requirements. Memory foam mattresses are a good choice for kids but we don't recommend them as they tend not to cool well and can be hard on the spines of small children. Consider a hybrid or latex mattress instead, which will provide solid support and cooling infusions to keep your child or guest sleeping cool and comfortable. A mattress with a low profile is usually the best choice for children's bunk beds. They are designed to be smaller than regular mattresses and to increase the height of the safety rail for the top bunk. They also minimize “filler” materials to offer top quality and an ultra-slim design. You can consider an innerspring or a hybrid with upper comfort layers that can be removed and replaced as your child grows. These models will give you a clear idea of how the mattress will stand up as your child grows and you can always put in a mattress skirt or mattress pad to prevent it from slipping off the frame. Some beds have a side rails or a lip built-in to prevent this from happening. Storage Bunk beds are an excellent option to free up space in shared kids rooms. They can also be an affordable alternative to purchasing two separate single beds. Many bunks allow to add a trundle that can be put underneath the bottom bunk when not in use. Consider installing a kids bedroom furniture set that includes bookcases, desks, and/or dressers to maximize storage space in a room with bunk beds. This will allow you to keep all your child's personal items, clothing and toys in one location without having to cram them into overstuffed chests or closets. The sets of kids bedroom furniture are sold at a variety of retailers. They are safe to use and meet federal standards. Stacked bunks can become an imaginative playground as kids can transform the spaces underneath into cosy hideaways and secret play zones. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked 6 bunks in this room for the ultimate kids space that can be used for playing, sleeping and even superhero cape twirls. The room is decorated with a bubble wallcovering of Chasing Paper, and the ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore Blue Jean. If you're unable to construct an stairwell to your stacked bunk beds then a ladder is an option. They are constructed using a combination of Single Socket Tee, Flange and 90 Degree Side Outlet Tee fittings. They can be easily adjusted to increase or decrease the distance between rungs of a ladder to make it easier for toddlers to climb. The ladder's rungs are also set in a way that they are in line with the ground instead of above it, so that climbing is less intimidating. Another method to maximize space in a room that has bunk beds is to put up loft kids beds that can be moved down to just above the floor. This allows you to slide dressers, desks or toy chests under the beds. This is a true maximization of space and it can be a great solution for smaller bedrooms or in a big family home where beds have to be able to accommodate a lot of sleepers.