How to Find the Best bunk beds for kids Beds With Storage
Bunk beds are a great choice for children who share the same room, and can save space and not compromising their style. Choose a bunk bed with storage options to keep the space neat and tidy.
Think about a bunk bed with stairs instead of ladders to make it easier to reach the top bunk. Stairs may take up more space in the room however they are more secure and more sturdy.
Material
Anyone who is considering adding a bunk bed to their home should make an educated decision. It is important to choose a bunk bed that can accommodate your children and future guests safely. It must also be constructed of durable materials that will last many years. Bunk beds are available in different colors, finishes, and materials so you can choose the one that’s right for your space. If you’re looking to find bunk beds that are in the same color scheme as the furniture that your child is using consider the option. This will make it easier to coordinate your bedroom and ensure that your children won’t feel the need to change their furniture as they get older.
You should also consider the the mattress when you are shopping for the bunk. If you are planning to make the bunk bed a guest bed for your family or friends, it’s a good idea to select a bed that allows you to add a trundle bed, which will allow the bed to accommodate up to three guests in separate beds. If your kids are the only ones that will be sleeping in the bunk, you’re able to pick a twin-over-twin bed.
Durability is another factor to consider when looking for a bunk bed, and many of the options we sourced come with solid wood frames that are able to endure repeated use. The Max and Lilly childrens bunk bed bed, for example, is made of strong New Zealand pine that should stay in good shape over time and can accommodate sleepers as heavy as 400 pounds each. If you’re worried about bunk beds that don’t stand to the demands of daily use, you could choose the metal bunk bed. Metal is more sturdy than wooden bunk beds and some are GreenGuard Gold Certified. This means that they’re made of materials which emit low levels volatile organic compounds that could negatively impact the environment.
You’ll need to decide if you want the slide, ladder or stairs for the top bunk. Ladders are less expensive but they can be a bit difficult for children to climb. They can be more expensive but are safer. Some stairs are equipped with storage or handrails to ensure your children are safe and well-organized.
Style
Many bunk bed brands offer various designs, ranging from contemporary to rustic. There are also bunk beds designed to be a part of different bedroom themes. Some are made from environmentally responsible materials. For instance, the Oeuf Perch Bunk Bed is constructed of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) sustainable Baltic birch plywood and eco-friendly MDF, which are GreenGuard Gold certified. Fort Bunk Bed is an additional eco-friendly option. It is constructed of a steel frame that is more durable than wood, but lighter than most metal bunkbeds. The Fort is a great choice for small spaces as it doesn’t have an added storage unit and the ladder and stairs are situated on the side of the frame rather than at the end. It also has the weight limit of 250 pounds for the top bunk which is a little lower than other bunks in this list.
Most bunk beds have an escalator. However some beds are equipped with an integrated ladder or side-mounted stairs, which take up less space than traditional ones. These types also tend to be more stable than end-mounted ladders which can be a bit wobbly. Some models incorporate these features, like the Shyann bunk bed by Harriet Bee. Its built-in staircase features drawers for storage that are out of sight, and two open shelves that are perfect for toy baskets as well as chapter books and plush animals.
The Walters Twin Over Twin Solid Wood Bunk Bed by Francis Loft and Bunks is another fantastic option for families with younger children and teenagers. The simple design, slatted footboards and headboards, and the ladder built-in are stylish and sturdy. This model provides plenty of space to play. The top bunk comes with 14-inch guard rails that protect against falls, while the bottom bunk has a full mattress that can be equipped with a trundle so this model can easily accommodate four or three sleepers.
Certain manufacturers include the weight capacity of each bunk bed on their product pages. This can be useful for families with sleepers who are taller or heavier. This metric is usually mentioned near the bed dimensions and will allow you to determine whether or not the bed is able to meet the needs of your family.
Safety
While bunk beds can be a fun and exciting option for kids, they also present dangers if they are not used in a safe manner. It is important to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines to use guardrails and regularly inspect the foundation of each bunk bed for signs of slackness or damage. Bunk beds must also be set up so that they do not block doors or exits in case of emergency.
Ladders or stairs should be securely connected to the frame of the bunk and should be of sufficient height to allow sleepers to safely climb up and down. Guard rails should extend 12 centimeters above the mattress to stop anyone from falling off. They shouldn’t have wide gaps that could entrap a head or leg.
Many of the top bunk beds with storage are designed to meet all the necessary safety standards, such as anti-tip and lead testing. For example the Daxter twin-over-full bunk bed from Pottery Barn kids bedroom furniture is made using both MDF and kiln-dried wood to ensure maximum stability. It has passed all of the necessary third-party lab tests to ensure that it’s safe for your children to sleep on. This bed also has a set of guardrails on the top bunk, a sturdy ladder and stylish slatted footboards to fit in with any modern or contemporary bedroom décor.
When shopping for bunk beds, it is important to take into consideration the weight capacity of each bed. You want to make sure that the bed will support the weight of your kids as well as any additional guests that might be staying over for sleepovers.
It’s also important to educate children that the bunk bed is not for roughhousing or play. They should only use it to get in and out of the bed. Clothing and other objects should be kept away from corners of the room, so as not to create accidents due to tripping. Do not hang backpacks, or other objects on the bunk bed posts or from the ladder. These can become projectiles if there is an accident.
Storage
There are numerous bunk bed options to satisfy the needs of teens, children and adults. There are many bunk beds that come with the classic twin-overtwin design. However, you can also find styles with a full-size bed that is atop an equivalent twin size bed. Some bunk beds come with an ottoman at the bottom, which means that the same area of sleeping can also be used as a home office or living room based on the requirements of your family.
Ladders are the fastest and simplest way to reach the top childrens bunk bed. They can be straight or angled and they can be placed on the side or front of the bed. Staircase bunks, with an expansive staircase that offers plenty of sturdy foot room, are more popular among older kids and parents because they make it safer to climb, and reduce the chance of accidents from falling or sliding.
You can also find a variety of different types of storage options for bunk beds, including drawers and closets that provide extra space to organize your clothes and other belongings. Other childrens bunk bed bed storage solutions include futons that transform into a sofa or sleeper, desks with built-in storage, and built-in shelves to store books and toys.
Another factor to consider is the capacity for weight of your bed, which is usually specified by the manufacturer. It is important to know the amount your bunk bed can carry so that you don’t overfill it or risk a dangerous accident. This information is available in the product description or by contacting the manufacturer.
