Kids Bunk Bed - A Great Way to Maximize Space
Bunk beds for kids are a great way to save money while maximizing space. Look for models with sturdy foundations and mattress supports that eliminate gaps or spaces that children might be trapped or entangled.
The way the bed is accessed is also important. Bunk beds are usually accessible via ladders or stairs and angled ladders use less space than standard ladders that are vertical.
Space-Saving Design
Bunk beds can be an excellent method to make the most of space in a tiny room. Bunk beds for children are a great option to free up space in a small space or attic. They also offer comfort and style. Most bunk beds have twin over full or twin over queen configurations, so your kids can share a bed while enjoying their own space. A three-person bunk bed can be an excellent choice, particularly if the bottom bunk will be used as a playroom or office during the day.
Most bunks come with an attached ladder to the frame or a staircase leading to the top bunk. To ensure safety, the height of the ladder should not exceed 5-6 feet from the ceiling. This is to prevent bumped heads and to ensure that the kid sleeping on the top bunk isn't high up.
You should consider a wooden bunkbed with stairs if you want your children's bedroom furniture to be stylish. This will not only add a stylish design to your child's room but also provide ample storage space for all the toys, books and other items they might require.
Some bunks can also be converted to a futon. This lets your children make use of the lower bunk bed as a couch during the day, and then pull out the top futon to make an incredibly comfortable sleeping area at night. This kind of bunk bed is great for those who have plenty of space and your kids are old enough to handle the additional sleeping surface.
If you don't have enough space for a traditional bunk bed, consider a corner bunk or loft. These beds are positioned in the corner of the room. This makes room for other furniture like dressers or shelves. Some bunk beds have an attached desk, so your children can complete their homework while still in bed. This will help them stay focused during study time and helps them develop good habits.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds are great for kids who want to sleep separately but don't have enough space to have two bedrooms. Most of our bunk beds are equipped with a ladder that makes it easier for children to climb up to the top of the bed. This is more secure than climbing up the sides of the bunk bed which can be risky. Kids should only attempt to climb on top bunks only if they are mature enough to climb safely, which is usually when they are at least six years old.
While many parents are tempted to purchase bunk beds with straight ladders, we suggest choosing beds with angled ladders to increase safety and convenience. These ladders are more comfortable to hold and provide a more comfortable experience. To climb, children simply place their feet on each rung one at a time and then move their bodies upwards until they reach the top bunk. Consider a ladder that has anti-slip grooves as well as handhole cutouts to allow children to hold onto the ladder as they climb.
If you're looking for a more permanent solution, we provide various styles of stairs that can be fixed to the frame of the bunk bed. They have a railing that runs around the stairs to offer additional security. They also feature a wider tread that prevents slipping and falling. For a more stylish look, consider the stairs that have built-in storage drawers, which are an excellent way to keep your children's rooms organized and neat.
A loft bed that doesn't have a ladder connecting it to the bottom bunk is another option to reduce space. This gives more space for kids to play in and sleep underneath. A lot of these bunk beds and lofts are designed to be reminiscent of a treehouse or some other fun structure, so they're the ideal option for children who love to spend time outdoors. Some of our loft and bunk beds have a slide that can be added to add an extra element of fun.
Extra Storage
Many bunk and loft beds offer additional storage space to aid children in keeping their rooms clean. These beds use vertical space to store clothing books, toys, and much more without taking up valuable floor space. These beds work well with both modern and traditional bedroom styles. Explore the selection of full and twin bunk beds at Pottery Barn Kids to find the perfect bed for your child's needs and design of their room.
The classic Maxtrix loft bed with drawers can be used to provide additional storage space to the bunk beds your child sleeps in. It has two drawers to store clothing, footwear, bedtime essentials, and other things. The drawers are positioned on casters unidirectional, which make it easy for children to open and close them. This is a great choice for children sharing a room, as it helps to keep one another's belongings out of reach.
This Maxtrix loft bed also has a built-in desk and hutch for a functional study nook. The solid wood desk for kids easily pulls out from underneath the bed and folds up when not in use, thus preserving space in the room for play. It's an ideal solution for children who love to create all day long or use their computer for homework assignments.
If it's time for bed The bottom bunk of this Maxtrix can be transformed into a comfortable sofa. This is a great option for kids who enjoy having sleepovers with friends or for parents who are trying to make space in their guest room. This twin over futon option is also ideal for children who are preparing to move to regular beds from cribs.
Bunk or loft beds are ideal for children who love climbing, and are full of energy. These beds are a great alternative for traditional furniture for bedrooms. They are available in different designs, finishes, and configurations. There are options that include a storage trundle or ladder for guests to stay over, making it possible to meet the ever-changing needs of a family within a single bedroom.
Fun Slide
A slide can enhance the fun factor of a kids bunk bed. The excitement of the children rushing down the top bunk encourages creative play and activities, making it easier for them to fall asleep at night.
Bunk beds with slide are a great choice for families with growing children and shared rooms. Kids can race up the ladder and then take turns sliding down the slide, bringing hours of enjoyment to their space.
Our unique loft and bunk bed models with slide come in full and twin sizes so that they are able to fit comfortably into most rooms. They can also be separated at a later time to create two standard size beds. The bunk bed frame comes in a natural finish however, it can be purchased with either a White or Chestnut finish.
Our bunk beds that have slides include the Billi-Bolli Slide Tower. This can be attached to either the side of the ladder, or to the front, based on the room size. Based on the height of the frame the slide will extend about 190 cm into the room. An exit opening of 70cm is required.
Choose your kids bunk bed and add a slide to make the ultimate play and sleep combination! You can customize your child's bunk bed with a bottom play curtain to create a fun fort-like castle and drawers for trundles to give you extra sleeping space for guests staying overnight.
If you want to upgrade your space-saving bunk bed with a bunk slide and still have room for an additional Trundle, you should consider our Twin over Full Stacked Storage Bunk Bed with Trundle (shown below). This space-saving bunk bed features two underbed storage drawers and a twin trundle that can be pulled out from underneath the top bunk. It can sleep four or more people.