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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds can add drama and adventure to a child's room. Ms. Keenan adds a shelf to hold books, or a reading light in each sleeping nook to make bunk beds more attractive to children. A lot of our bunk beds for kids can be made into two twin beds. This is ideal when you plan to make them move to their own bedroom in the near future. Pick from finishes like brushed gray, cream white and rich walnut. Stairs or ladders You can pick between stairs or ladders when choosing bunk beds for kids . Ladders are cheaper and easy to set up and provide an easy method of climbing into the top bed. They are also considered safer than staircases, as they have a bigger area for children to step on and a built-in handrail. Ladders usually have grooves in the steps to avoid slips when climbing up and down the bed. If you prefer the design and style of stairs, they may be a beautiful addition to your bunk bed. Staircases are also great for rooms that are tight on space since they don't protrude into the room like ladders do. They are typically constructed of metal or wood and can complement a variety of bedroom styles. Some staircases are equipped with storage drawers that can be a great way to increase the space of a bunk bed. Another factor to consider when deciding between stairs or a ladder is the age of your child. While it is recommended no one sleeps on the top bunk under the age of 6, older children who are comfortable with climbing vertically might be better off using stairs instead of a ladder. In addition, if you're planning on using your bunk bed as guest beds for smaller children or adults with limited mobility, stairs are the preferred option. A straight staircase that runs along the side of the bed requires 95” of space on either side. If you do not have enough space, you could opt for an u-shaped staircase that does not require as much space, but still allows you to access the top bunk in a safe and securely. Certain beds let you remove the stairs when they are not being used. This reduces the size of the bed, making it more suited to multi-purpose spaces. There are stairs that connect to the end the bed. This eliminates the requirement for separate handrails and makes it easier to climb to the bottom for children. Guard Rails Guard rails provide children with the confidence and freedom to climb into and out of bed independently. However, they must be placed correctly, ensuring that no gaps or movement occurs between rails of the guard and bed frame. If you decide to install guard rails, make sure you follow the directions of the manufacturer and examine them regularly for any looseness or holes which could cause the entrapment. Keep bunk beds clear of electrical appliances and other things that can become projectiles while your children are playing or sleeping. Be sure to place bunks away from windows, which could pose a fall risk when children climb up to the top of the bed. It is possible to install an evening light on the ladder so that it can illuminate the steps up and down if your child wakes at night to use the bathroom, or if they wake up due to the sound of a storm and are forced to leave their room. A safety net could be placed on top of the bunk to stop children from falling out when they're sleeping or playing. This is especially a good idea for older children who are more likely to sleep in the top bunk. Guardrails must be firmly attached to the bunk bed's structure and must not be removable without the use of tools. Openings in the guardrails above the mattress foundation should not be more than 3.5 inches to prevent entrapment and strangulation. The wedge block is placed 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 direction perpendicular the plane of the large edge of the block for 1 minute. It's a good idea tell your children not to hang any objects on the guardrail or ladder, such as belts, clothes, or sporting equipment. Instead you should make use of an organized rack to keep the objects from creating a strangulation risk for your child. Be sure that no more than one child is sleeping on the top bunk. This could lead to a risky imbalance and even falls. Mattresses Consider the age of your child and their size when choosing a mattress for bunk bed. A bunk mattress will last for at least eight years or until siblings no longer share bedrooms and you'll need to select a mattress designed to grow with your child, while providing sufficient support as they grow older. Bunk mattresses are usually twin or full-size, and there are a variety of options that can be suitable for either. If your child suffers from allergies or asthma choose a hypoallergenic mattress with dust mite barriers and an wicking cover for moisture. Children are prone to lots of accidents and spills, so mattresses with an antimicrobial layer will help protect the foam from harmful bacteria and germs. The feel of your mattress is crucial. Kids generally weigh less than adults, so they require a mattress that feels firm, but also comfortable. A lot of hybrid and latex mattresses have a firm and a soft side to meet the needs of both children and adults. Memory foam mattresses can be a great choice for children however they're not our first recommendation since they can trap heat and may be too harsh on young spines. You should consider a hybrid or a latex mattress instead, which will provide strong support with cooling infusions to ensure that your child or guest asleep cool and comfortable. Low-profile mattresses are usually the best option for bunk beds for children. They are designed to be smaller than standard mattresses, and maximize the safety rail height of the top bunk. They also eliminate “filler” materials to provide top quality and a slim design. If your child would like to try a mattress that's more substantial than a standard bed, consider an hybrid or innerspring model with comfort layers on the top that can be removed or replaced as your child grows. These models will provide you with an idea of the mattress's durability as your child grows. You can also include a mattress skirt or bed pad to prevent it from sliding. Some beds even have built-in lip or side rails to stop this from happening. Stores Bunk beds can be the ideal way to make space in shared kids rooms. Bunk beds are also a less expensive alternative to buying two full-sized single beds. Many bunks offer the option to add a trundle that can be tucked underneath the bottom bunk when not being used. Consider installing a kids bedroom furniture combination set that includes bookshelves, desks, or dressers to maximize storage and space in a bedroom with a bunk bed. This will allow you keep all your child's clothing along with toys and other personal items in one spot instead of stuffing everything into chests or closets that are overstuffed. These kids bedroom furniture sets are available from a range of retailers and generally meet all federal safety standards. Stacking bunks can provide a playground for imagination and children can transform the spaces below into hidden spaces for play or cozy spaces. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked six bunks to create the ultimate kids' space. It can be used as a place for playing, sleeping or even for twirling superhero capes. The room is decorated with a bubble wallcovering from Chasing Paper, and the ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore Blue Jean. If you are unable to build an stairwell to your stacked bunk beds, a ladder is a simple alternative. These ladders are constructed with a combination Single Socket, Flange, and 90 Degree Side Outlet Fittings. They can be easily adjusted in order to increase or decrease distance between the ladder rungs. The ladder's rungs are also set so that they are flush with the ground instead of above it, so that climbing is less intimidating. Loft beds that can be raised to just above the floor is another method to maximize space in the bunk bed room. This lets you slide desks, dressers and toy chests right beneath the beds. This is a real maximize of space and can be a great solution for small bedrooms or even in a large family home where beds have to be able to accommodate a lot of sleepers.