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5 Clarifications On Kids Beds Bunk Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds can add excitement and drama to a child's space. Ms. Keenan adds a shelf to store books or a reading light in each sleeping nook to make bunk beds more appealing to children. Many of our bunk beds for kids can be made into two twin beds. This is a great option for those who plan to move them into their own bedroom at some point. Pick from finishes like the brushed gray, creamy white and rich walnut. Stairs or Ladders You can choose between stairs and ladders when you are choosing bunk beds for children. Ladders can be installed easily and are also less expensive. They also provide an easy way to get into the top bunk bed. They are also considered to be safer than staircases, as they have a bigger surface for children to walk on and have a built-in handrail. Ladders also tend to have grooves in the steps which help prevent slippage when climbing up or down the bed. If you prefer the design and appearance of stairs, then they can make a more elegant addition for your bunk bed. Staircases can also be utilized 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 the wide variety of bedroom designs. Some staircases have integrated storage drawers that can be an ideal way to expand the size of a bunk bed. When choosing between a ladder or stairs take into account the age of your child. It is recommended that children younger than six years old do not sleep on the top bunk. Older children who can climb vertically might be better off with stairs than a ladder. In addition when you're thinking of using your bunk bed as a guest bed for younger children or adults who have limited mobility stairs are the most suitable choice. A straight staircase that runs along the side of the bed requires 95" of space on each side. If you don't have this much space, you can opt for a u-shaped stairs that doesn't require as much space but still provides a safe and secure method of getting to the top bunk. Certain beds let you detach the stairs when not being used. This reduces the footprint of the bed and makes it more versatile for multipurpose spaces. There are also staircases that connect to the bottom of the bed and eliminate the requirement for a separate handrail, and makes it easier for children to climb up and down. Guard Rails Guard rails let kids climb into and out of their beds independently and provide them with the feeling of freedom and confidence. However, they must be placed correctly, ensuring that no gaps or loosening occurs between the guard rails and the bed frame. If you decide to install guard rails, follow the instructions of the manufacturer and inspect them frequently for any looseness or holes that could potentially lead to entrapment. Keep bunk beds away from electrical appliances and other items that could become projectiles when your children are playing or sleeping. Also be sure to position bunks away from windows, which could be a danger to fall if kids get up on the top of the bed. One safety feature you might be considering is a night lighting for the ladder; it can help illuminate the 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 from their bedroom in a safe manner. Another excellent security feature for bunk beds is a safety net, which can be placed on the top of the bunk to prevent children from falling over when they're asleep or playing. This is a great idea, particularly for older children who tend to sleep on the top bunk. The guardrails should be secured to the bunk beds. They cannot be removed without tools. The guardrail openings above the mattress base must not exceed 3.5 inches wide to prevent entrapment or strangulation. To test this, insert the wedge block shown in Figure 1 into each opening in the lower edge of the highest guardrail member and above the underside of the mattress foundation. Then apply 33-lbf (147-N) force in a direction that is perpendicular to the plane of the large end of the block, and sustain it for 1 minute. It's a good idea instruct your children not to hang anything on the ladder or guardrail for example, belts, clothing, and sporting equipment. Instead you should utilize a clothes rack to prevent these items from becoming a strangulation hazard for your child. Also, make sure that more than one kid should not sleep on the top floor of the bunk, as this could create a dangerous imbalance which may lead to falling. Mattresses Be aware of the age of your child and their size when selecting a mattress for a bunk bed. A bunk mattress should last for at least eight years or until siblings are no longer sharing the same bedroom. You should select one that grows with your child and still offer enough comfort as they age. Bunk mattress sizes are typically full or twin-sized, but there are a variety of alternatives that will fit either. If your kiddos suffer from allergies or asthma choose an allergy-free mattress with a dust mite barrier and a moisture-wicking cover. Children are prone to a lot of spills and accidents, so a mattress that has an antimicrobial layer will help keep the foam safe from harmful bacteria and germs. The feel of your mattress is important. Children typically weigh less than adults, so they require mattresses that feel firm but is also comfortable. Many hybrid and latex mattresses come with one side that is firm and the other soft side to meet children's needs. Memory foam mattresses are a good choice for children, but we wouldn't recommend them as they tend not to cool well and can be a strain on the spines of small children. Consider a hybrid or latex mattress instead, which can provide strong support with cooling infusions that will ensure that your child or guest asleep cool and comfortable. Low-profile mattresses are usually the best choice for bunk beds for children. These mattresses are designed to be thinner than regular mattresses, and increase the height of the safety rails on the top bunk. They minimize "filler" material to provide the highest quality and a slim design. If your child wants to test a mattress that's more substantial than a standard mattress, think about an innerspring or hybrid model with comfort layers above that can be removed or replaced as your child develops. These models will give you an idea of how the mattress will hold up as your child grows, and you can always add the mattress skirt or mattress pad to stop it from sliding off the frame. Some mattresses have side rails or a lip built in to prevent this. Storage Bunk beds are a great option for saving space in shared rooms for children. Bunk beds can also be a cheaper alternative to purchasing two full-sized single beds. A lot of bunks have the option to add a trundle, which can be placed under the bunk that is not being used. To maximize storage space and space in a room that has bunk beds, think about installing a mix kids bedroom furniture set that includes desks, dressers or bookcases. This will allow you keep all of your child's clothes along with toys and other personal items in one place instead of stuffing everything into chests or closets that are overstuffed. These sets of kids bedroom furniture can be found from a variety of retailers. They meet federal safety standards. Stacked bunks are a playground for the imagination as kids can transform the spaces beneath into cozy hidden play areas and hideaway spaces. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked 6 bunks in this room to create the ultimate space for kids that can be used for sleeping, playing and even twirling superhero capes. The room is decorated with a bubble wallcovering of Chasing Paper, and the ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore Blue Jean. If you aren't able to install stairs for your bunk bed that is stacked with kids the ladder could be an ideal solution. They are constructed using a combination of Single Socket Tee, Flange and 90 Degree Side Outlet Tee fittings and can be easily adjusted to alter the distance between rungs of a ladder to make it easier for little ones to climb. The ladder rungs are set directly on the ground rather than above to aid in climbing. Another method 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 lets you slide desks, dressers, or toy chests under the elevated beds. This is a great way to maximize space in bedrooms that are small or large family homes where beds need to be able to accommodate multiple sleepers.
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