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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds provide drama to children's rooms and provide an excitement. To make bunk beds more appealing to kids, Ms. Keenan often includes a ledge to hold books or a reading lamp in every sleeping space. Many of our beds for kids can be converted into two complete twin beds, perfect if you plan to move your children to their own bedrooms at some point. Pick from finishes like white, brushed gray and rich walnut. Stairs or Ladders When you are choosing a bunk bed for your kids, you have the option to choose between ladders or stairs. Ladders are more affordable and easy to set up and offer a straightforward means of climbing into the top bunk. kids bunk bed are also more secure than stairs because they offer a larger surface for children to walk on and include a handrail that is integrated. Ladders also tend to have grooves on the steps, which help prevent slippage when climbing up or down the bed. If you like the design and appearance of stairs, then they can make an elegant addition to your bunk bed. Staircases are also great for rooms that are tight on space since they don't protrude into the space like ladders do. They are usually made of metal or wood and can complement the various styles of bedrooms. Some staircases are even equipped with storage drawers, which are a great way to add more space to the bunk bed. Another factor to consider when deciding between stairs or a ladder is the age of your child. It is recommended that children younger than 6 years old not sleep on the top bunk. Children older than 6 years old who are able to climb vertically may prefer stairs than using a ladder. If you intend to use your bunk bed to accommodate guests, like young children or adults with limited mobility, it is best to use stairs. A straight staircase that runs along the side of the bunk requires a minimum of 95” of space on each side. If you don't have that much room, you can choose a u-shaped staircase which doesn't require as much space but still provides a safe and secure way to access the top bunk. Certain beds let you disconnect the stairs when they're not in use. This reduces the footprint of the bed and makes it more versatile for multipurpose spaces. There are stairs that connect to the end the bed. This eliminates the need for separate handrails, and makes it easier to climb up and down to the bottom for kids. Guard Rails Guard rails let kids climb in and out of their beds on their own and give them an experience of independence and security. But they must be positioned properly, making sure that there are no gaps or sagging occurs between the rails that guard the bed frame. Follow the manufacturer's instructions when installing guard rails, and ensure that you inspect them on a regular basis to ensure that they're not loose or have holes that could lead to trapping. Keep bunk beds clear of electrical appliances and other objects that could be projectiles while your children are playing or sleeping. Place bunk beds away from windows to avoid an injury to fall risk if your children get up on the upper floor. One safety feature you might be considering is a night light for the ladder; it will help illuminate the path up and down in the event that children awake at night and need to go to the bathroom, or wake up during a storm and need to make their way out of their rooms in a safe manner. A safety net can be installed on the top of the bunk to keep children from falling off while they are sleeping or playing. This is a great idea, especially for older children, who are more likely to sleep on the top bunk. The guardrails must be secured to the bunk beds and can't be removed without tools. The openings in the guardrails over the mattress foundation must not be greater than 3.5 inches to prevent strangulation and entrapment. To test this, insert the wedge block in Figure 1 into each opening on the lower edge of the topmost member of the guardrail and above the underside of the mattress foundation. Then apply a 33-lbf (147-N) force in a perpendicular direction to the plane of the largest end of the block, and maintain it for a period of 1 minute. It's also recommended to teach children not to hang anything on the ladders or guardrails, like clothing, belts and sports equipment. Instead a rack for clothes should be used to ensure that these objects do not pose a strangulation danger for your child(ren). Also, ensure that more than one kid does not sleep on the top of the bunk, as this can create a dangerous imbalance which may result in falling. Mattresses When selecting a mattress for bunk beds, take into account the size and age of your child. A bunk mattress should last for at least eight years or until siblings stop sharing the same bedroom. You should select one that will grow with your child, but still offer enough comfort as they get older. Bunk mattresses are usually twin or full-size, and there are plenty of options that will accommodate either. If your child is suffering from asthma or allergies, choose an allergy-free mattress that has an anti-dust barrier and a moisture-wicking cover. A mattress with an antimicrobial coating will protect the foam against harmful bacteria and germs. The feeling of your mattress is also crucial. Children typically weigh less than adults, so they need an item that is firm, but also comfortable. A lot of hybrid and latex mattresses come with a firm side and a soft side to accommodate both children's requirements. Memory foam mattresses are great for kids, but we don't recommend them due to their tendency not to cool properly and could be hard on the spines of infant children. Consider a latex or hybrid mattress that provides solid support and cooling infusions that allow your child or guests to sleep comfortably. A low-profile mattress is often the best choice for children's bunk beds. They are designed to be slimmer than standard mattresses and increase the height of the safety rail for the top bunk. They also reduce “filler” materials to provide premium quality in slim designs. You can consider an innerspring or hybrid with upper comfort layers which can be removed and replaced as your child grows. These models will give you a good idea of how the mattress will hold up as your child grows, and you can always put in a mattress pad or bed skirt to stop it from slipping off the frame. Some beds come with a built-in lip or side rails to prevent this from happening. Storage Bunk beds are a great option to make space in rooms shared by children. They can also be a cheaper alternative to purchasing two separate, full-sized single beds. Many bunks also offer the option of adding a trundle bed which can be hidden under the bottom bunk when it is not being used. To maximize space and storage in a room with bunk beds, you should consider installing a combination kids bedroom furniture set which includes desks, dressers and/or bookcases. This will let you store all of your child's clothes as well as toys and personal belongings in one spot instead of cramming everything in overstuffed chests or closets. These sets of kids bedroom furniture are available at a variety of retailers. They are safe to use and meet federal standards. Stacked bunks are an imaginative playground as kids can transform the space beneath into cozy hidden play areas and hideaway spaces. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked 6 bunks in this room for the ultimate play space for kids that can be used to sleep, play and even twirling superhero capes. The room is decorated with a bubble wallcovering made of Chasing Paper, and the ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore Blue Jean. If you cannot install an stairwell to your stacked bunk beds, a ladder is an option. These ladders are built with a combination of Single Socket Tee, Flange and 90 Degree Side Outlet Tee fittings and can be easily adjusted to increase or decrease the distance between ladder rungs to make it easier for toddlers to climb. The rungs of the ladder are also positioned in a way that they are directly in contact with the ground, rather than above it, to make climbing less intimidating. Loft beds that can be lowered to just above the floor is another method to maximize the space of the bunk bed room. This lets you slide dressers, desks, or toy chests under the beds on top. This is a great way to maximize the space in smaller bedrooms or in large family homes where beds have to be sufficient for multiple people to sleep.