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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds can add drama and adventure to a childs bedroom Ms Keenan adds a shelf to hold books or a reading lamp in each sleeping nook to make bunk beds more appealing to children A lot of our kids beds bunks can be converted to two twin beds in one which is ideal if you intend to move your children to their own bedrooms at some point Choose from finishes like brushed white gray and rich walnut Stairs and Ladders If youre looking for bunk beds for kids you can choose to pick between stairs or ladders Ladders can be easily installed and are also less expensive They also provide an easy way to get into the top bunk bed They are also considered safer than stairs since they have a wider surface for children to step on and have a builtin handrail Ladders often have grooves in the steps to prevent slipping when climbing up and down the bed If you like the style and look of stairs they can be a more elegant option to your bunk bed Staircases can also be used in rooms that are small as they do not protrude like ladders They can be made from metal or wood and are able to match an array of bedroom designs Some staircases have integrated storage drawers which are a great way to add more space to the bunk bed Another thing to consider when deciding between stairs or a ladder is the age of your child It is recommended that nobody 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 intend to use your bunk bed to accommodate guests such as young children or adults with limited mobility it is best to choose stairs A straight staircase that runs along the side of the bunk requires a minimum of 95 of space on each side If you do not have enough space you can opt for an ushaped staircase that does not require as much space but still allows you to reach the top bunk in a safe and safely Certain beds let you remove the stairs when they are not in use This reduces the footprint of the bed making it more adaptable to 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 give kids the confidence and the freedom to climb in and out of bed independently They must be positioned correctly to ensure there are no gaps or loosening in between the guardrails and the beds frame If you decide to install guard rails follow the directions of the manufacturer and examine them on a regular basis for any holes or looseness that could potentially lead to an entrapment One of the most important safety tips for bunk beds is to keep them free from electrical devices and any other items that could become projectiles when your kids play or sleep Make sure you place bunks away from windows which could cause a risk of falling in the event that children climb on the top level One safety feature you might think about is a night light for the ladder this can help to illuminate the ladders path up and down in the event that kids 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 room safely A safety net can be put up on the top of the bunk to prevent children from falling off while they sleep or play This is a great idea for older kids who are more likely to sleep in the top bunk Guardrails should be secured to the bunk beds structure and must not be removed without the use of tools The guardrail openings that are above the mattress base should not be more than 35 inches wide to prevent strangulation or entrapment To test this place the wedge block as shown 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 Apply a force of 33 lbf 147 N in a direction perpendicular the plane of the larger edge of the block for a minute It is also recommended to teach youngsters not to hang anything on the ladders or guardrails like clothing belts and sports equipment Instead a rack for clothes is recommended to ensure that these items arent a strangulation risk for your children Be Bunkbedsstore that no more than one child sleeps 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 selecting a mattress to fit a bunk beds A bunk mattress should last for at least eight years or until siblings stop sharing the same bedroom Youll want to select one that grows with your child and still provide adequate comfort as they age Bunk mattress sizes are typically full or twinsized but there are a variety of alternatives that will fit either If your kiddos suffer from allergies or asthma choose an hypoallergenic mattress that has a dust mite barrier and a cover that wicks moisture Mattresses that have an antimicrobial layer will protect the foam against harmful bacteria and germs Another important consideration is the mattresss feel Kids are usually heavier than adults and require an appropriate mattress that is firm but also comfortable A lot of hybrid and latex mattresses have one side that is firm and the other soft side that can accommodate both childrens needs Memory foam mattresses are great for kids but we dont recommend them as they tend not to cool properly and could be a strain on the spines of infant children Consider a latex or hybrid mattress which offers strong support and cooling infusions for your guest or child to sleep comfortably Lowprofile mattresses are usually the best option for bunk beds for children These mattresses are designed to be less bulky than regular mattresses and increase the height of the safety rails on the top bunk They also reduce filler materials to offer premium quality in an ultraslim design If your child wants to try a mattress thats more substantial than a standard mattress think about an hybrid or innerspring mattress with upper comfort layers that can be removed or replaced as your child grows These models will give you a clear idea of how the mattress will stand up as your child grows and you can always add an extra mattress skirt or mattress pad to stop it from slipping off the frame Some beds even have an integrated lip or side rails to prevent this from happening Storage Bunk beds can be an excellent way to make space in shared rooms for kids Bunk beds can also be a cheaper alternative to purchasing two fullsized single beds Many bunks also provide the option of an trundle bed that can be hidden beneath the bunk that is not in use To maximize space and storage in a room that has bunk beds consider creating a kids bedroom furniture set which includes desks dressers or bookcases This will allow you keep all your childs clothing along with toys and other personal items in one location instead of stuffing everything into overstuffed closets or chests The sets of kids bedroom furniture can be found at a variety of retailers They meet federal safety standards Stacked bunks can be an ideal playground for the imagination as children can transform the space beneath into cozy hideaways and secret play zones Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked 6 bunks in this room to create the ultimate kids space that can be used to sleep play and even superhero cape twirls The room features the bubble wallcovering of Chasing Paper and a ceiling painted in Benjamin Moore Blue Jean to create the ultimate escape If you are unable to construct stairs to your bunk that is stacked A ladder is an easy solution They are constructed using a combination of Single Socket Tee Flange Single Socket Tee and 90 Degree Side Outlet Tee fittings They can be easily adjusted to increase or decrease the distance between ladder rungs to make it easier for children to climb The ladder rungs can also be set flush with the ground instead of above to facilitate climbing Another way to maximize space in a room with bunk beds is to install loft beds for kids that can be moved down to just above the floor This allows you to slide desks dressers and toy chests right under the beds This is a true way to maximize space and can be a great option for smaller bedrooms or in a huge family home where the beds need to be able to accommodate many sleepers