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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds provide drama to children's rooms and provide a sense of adventure. Ms. Keenan adds a shelf to store books or a reading light in every sleeping nook to make bunk beds more appealing to children. Many of our bunk bed s for kids can be transformed into two twin beds. This is ideal for those who plan to move them into their own bedroom in the future. Choose from finishes such as brushed gray, cream white, and rich walnut. Ladders or Stairs You can pick between stairs and ladders when choosing bunk beds for children. Ladders can be easily installed and are less expensive. They also provide an easy way to climb into the top bunk bed. They are more secure than stairs, as they provide a wider surface area for children to walk on and have a handrail that is integrated. Ladders also usually have grooves on the steps, which can prevent slippage while climbing up or down the bed. If you prefer the style and appearance of stairs they could make an elegant addition to your bunk bed. Staircases are also ideal for rooms that are small in space since they don't protrude into the room like ladders do. They are usually constructed of metal or wood and can match various styles of bedrooms. Some staircases even include integrated storage drawers, which are ideal for adding more space to the bunk bed. Another thing to consider when deciding between stairs and a ladder is the age of your child. It is recommended that no one sleep on the top bunk before the age of 6, children who are comfortable with vertical climbing might be better off using stairs than a ladder. If you are planning to use your bunk bed to accommodate guests, like younger children or adults who have limited mobility, it is best to choose stairs. A straight staircase along the sides of the bunk requires at least 95” of space on each side. If you don't have that space, you could opt for a u-shaped stairs that doesn't need as much space, but provides a safe and secure method of getting to the top bunk. Certain beds offer the option of detaching the stairs when not in use, which reduces their footprint and makes them more suited for rooms that can be used in multiple ways. You can also find stairs that connect to the bottom of the bed and eliminate the need for a separate handrail and makes it easier for children to climb up and down. Guard Rails Guard rails give children the confidence and freedom to climb into and out of beds on their own. But they must be positioned correctly, ensuring that no gaps or loosening occurs between the guard rails and the bed frame. If you decide to use guard rails, be sure to follow the directions of the manufacturer and examine them on a regular basis for any looseness or holes which could cause entrapment. Keep bunk beds clear of electrical appliances and other items that could be projectiles while your children are playing or sleeping. Also be sure to position bunks away from windows, as they could pose a fall risk when children climb up to the top level. You might want to put an evening light on the ladder to illuminate the way up and down when your child awakes at the night to go to the bathroom, or are woken by a storm to leave their room. Another great security feature for bunk beds is a safety net, which can be placed on the top of the bunk to prevent children from falling over when they're asleep or playing. This is a great idea for older kids, who are more likely to sleep in the top bunk. Guardrails must be securely attached to the bunk bed structure and are not removable without the use of tools. Openings in the guardrails above the mattress foundation should not be more than 3.5 inches to avoid strangulation and entrapment. Place the wedge block shown in Figure 1 in each opening of the uppermost guardrail member and over the mattress foundation. Apply a force of 33 lbf (147 N) in a perpendicular direction to the plane of the larger edge of the block for a minute. It's also a good idea to teach youngsters not to hang things on the ladders or guardrails for example, such as clothing, belts and sports equipment. Instead, a clothes rack is recommended to ensure that these items don't become a strangulation hazard for your child(ren). Be sure that no more than one child can sleep on the top bunk. This can lead to a risky imbalance and even falls. Mattresses When choosing a mattress to use for bunk beds, think about the size of your child and their age. A bunk mattress will last for at least eight years or until siblings are no longer sharing bedrooms, so you'll want to select a mattress designed to adapt to the needs of your child and still provide sufficient support as they grow older. Bunk mattress sizes are typically full-size or twin, and there are plenty of options that will fit either. If your child suffers from asthma or allergies, choose a hypoallergenic bed with a dust-mite barrier as well as a moisture-wicking cover. Children are prone to a lot of accidents and spills, so mattresses with an antimicrobial layer will help to shield the foam from harmful bacteria and germs. The comfort of your mattress is also crucial. Kids generally weigh less than adults, which means they need an item that is firm, but also comfortable. A lot of hybrid and latex mattresses have a firm side and a soft side to accommodate the needs of both children and adults. Memory foam mattresses are good for kids but we don't recommend them due to their tendency not to cool effectively and can be a strain on the spines of small children. Consider a hybrid or a latex mattress, which provides strong support and cooling infusions for your child or guests to rest comfortably. Low-profile mattresses are usually the ideal choice for bunk beds for children. They are designed to be thinner than regular mattresses and maximize safety rail height for the top bunk. They eliminate “filler” materials to provide top quality and durability with a slim design. Consider an innerspring model or hybrid that has upper comfort layers which can be removed and replaced as your child develops. These models will give you an idea of how the mattress will hold up as your child grows, and you can always put in the mattress pad or bed skirt to stop it from slipping off the frame. Some beds have side rails or lip built-in to prevent this. Storage Bunk beds can be the ideal way to save space in shared rooms for kids. They can also be an affordable alternative to buying two separate single beds. Many bunks also offer the option of a trundle bed that can be hidden beneath the bottom bunk when it is not being used. You might want to consider installing a bedroom for your child furniture set that includes bookcases, desks, and/or dressers to maximize storage and space in a room with bunk beds. This will allow you to keep all your child's personal belongings such as clothing, toys and clothes in one location without having to cram them into overstuffed closets or chests. The sets of kids bedroom furniture can be found at a variety of stores. They meet federal safety standards. The stacking bunks provide an opportunity for creativity, as children can transform the spaces below into secret spaces for play or cozy spaces. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked six bunks to create the ultimate children' space. It can be used for playing, sleeping or even for twirling superhero capes. The room features a bubble wallcovering by Chasing Paper and a ceiling painted in Benjamin Moore Blue Jean to create the perfect escape. If you are unable to install an stairwell for your stacked kids bunk the ladder could be an easy solution. They are constructed using a combination of Single Socket Tee Flange, Single Socket Tee, and 90 Degree Side Outlet Tee fittings and can be easily adjusted to alter the distance between ladder rungs to make it easier for little ones to climb. The ladder rungs can also be placed flush with the ground, instead of above to aid in climbing. Another way to maximize space in a room that has bunk beds is to install loft beds for kids that can be lowered down to just above the floor. This allows you to slide desks, dressers, or toy chests beneath the beds that are elevated. This is a real maximize of space and can be a great solution for smaller bedrooms or in a big family home where beds have to be able to accommodate several sleepers.