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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds add drama to kids' rooms and provide an excitement. Ms. Keenan adds a shelf to store books or a reading lamp in each sleeping space to make bunk beds more appealing to children. bunk bed for kids of our kids' beds can be converted into two twin beds in one ideal if you are planning to let your children move into their own bedrooms at some point. Choose 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 choose between ladders or stairs. Ladders are cheaper and easy to set up and provide an easy way to climb into the bed at the top. They are also more secure than stairs because they offer a larger area for children to walk on, and also have an integrated handrail. Ladders often have grooves in the steps to avoid slips when climbing up and down the bed. If you like the look and design of stairs, they may be a beautiful addition to your bunk bed. Staircases are also suitable for rooms that are tight on space, as they don't extend into the room as ladders do. They can be made from wood or metal and can be matched to a wide range of bedroom styles. Some staircases come with storage drawers which can be an ideal way to expand the space of a bunk bed. When choosing between a staircase and a ladder take into account the age of your child. It is recommended that no one sleeps on the top bunk under the age of 6, older children who are comfortable climbing vertically might be better off using stairs rather than a ladder. In addition, if you're planning on using your bunk bed as guest beds for smaller children or adults with mobility issues stairs are the best choice. A straight staircase on the side of the bed will require 95” of space on either side. If you don't have that much space, you could 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 size of the bed, making it more suited to multi-purpose spaces. You can also find stairs that connect to the top of 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 give children the confidence and the freedom to climb in and out of bed independently. However, they must be placed properly, making sure that there are no gaps or sagging occurs between the rails of the guard and bed frame. Follow the instructions of the manufacturer when installing guard rails and make sure to examine them regularly to ensure they are not loose or have holes that could lead to entrapment. One of the most important safety tips for bunk beds is to keep them away from electrical devices and any other items that could become projectiles when your kids play or sleep. Be sure to place bunks away from windows, which can be a danger to fall when children climb up to the top of the bed. A safety feature you may be considering is a night lighting for the ladder; it will help to illuminate the ladder's path up and down in the event that kids wake at night to go to the bathroom or get woken during a storm, and need to get from their bedroom in a safe manner. Another great security feature for bunk beds is a safety net which can be placed on the top level to prevent children from falling over when they're asleep or playing. This is a great idea, especially for older children who tend to sleep on the top bunk. Guardrails must be firmly 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 larger than 3.5 inches to prevent entrapment and strangulation. To test this, place the wedge block as shown in Figure 1 into each opening in the lower edge of the highest guardrail member and above the mattress's underside foundation. Apply a force of 33 lbf (147 N) in a direction perpendicular the plane of the large edge of the block for one minute. It's also recommended to teach children not to hang things on the ladders or guardrails such as belts, clothing and sports equipment; instead a rack for clothes should be used to ensure that the objects don't become a strangulation hazard for your child(ren). Also, ensure that more than one child does not sleep on the top level of the bunk as this could cause an imbalance that could result in falls. Mattresses Be aware of the age and size of your child when selecting a mattress to fit a bunk beds. A bunk mattress should last for at least eight years, or until siblings no longer share bedrooms, so you'll want to pick one that's designed to expand with your child while still providing sufficient support as they grow older. Bunk mattress sizes are usually full or twin-sized, but there are plenty of options that will be suitable for either. If your child suffers from allergies or asthma, opt for a hypoallergenic mattress with dust mite barriers and an wicking cover for moisture. Children are prone to lots of spills and accidents, so a mattress with an antimicrobial layer can help to shield the foam from harmful bacteria and germs. The feel of your mattress is important. Children are typically lighter than adults and need mattresses that are firm but also comfortable. Many latex and hybrid mattresses come with an extra firm side as well as a soft side to accommodate both children's needs. 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 to your guest or child to sleep comfortably. Low-profile mattresses are often the ideal choice for bunk beds for children. They are designed to be thinner than regular mattresses, and to maximize the safety rail's height on the top bunk. They eliminate “filler” material to provide the highest quality and slim designs. If your child would like to try a mattress that's more substantial than a standard bed, consider an hybrid or innerspring mattress with comfort layers above that can be removed or replaced as the child grows. These models will give you a good idea of how the mattress will perform as your child grows and you can always add a mattress skirt or mattress pad to prevent it from slipping off the frame. Some beds have a built-in lip or side rails to prevent this from happening. Storage Bunk beds are a great option to free up space in shared kid rooms. They also can be a cost-effective alternative to purchasing two separate full sized single beds. Some bunks offer the option of adding a trundle bed that can be hidden under the bunk that is not in use. Consider putting up a kids' bedroom furniture set that includes desks, bookcases, and/or dressers to maximize storage space in a room with bunk beds. This will allow you keep all of your child's clothes as well as toys and personal belongings in one location instead of cramming everything into chests or closets that are overstuffed. These sets of bedroom furniture are sold at a variety of stores. They are safe to use and meet federal standards. Stacked bunks are a playground for the imagination as children can transform the space beneath into cozy hideaways and secret play zones. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked six bunks to create the ultimate children space. It can be used for playing, sleeping or even for superhero cape twirling. The room has bubble walls covered with Chasing Paper and a ceiling painted in Benjamin Moore Blue Jean to create the ultimate escape. If you are unable to install stairs for your stacked kids bunk, a ladder can be a simple solution. The ladders are constructed using a combination Single Socket Flange, Single Socket, and 90 Degree Side Outlet Fittings. They can be easily adjusted in order to increase or decrease distance between ladder rungs. The rungs of the ladder are also set in a way that they are directly in contact with the ground, instead of above it, to make climbing less daunting. Loft beds that can be raised to just above the ground is another way to maximize the space in a bunk bed room. This lets you slide desks, dressers, or toy chests under the beds on top. This is a true way to maximize space and can be a great solution for smaller bedrooms or in a big family home where beds have to be able to accommodate many people sleeping.