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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds add drama to kids' rooms, and they also provide them with a sense of adventure. Ms. Keenan adds a shelf for books, or a reading light in each sleeping nook to make bunk beds more attractive to children. A lot of our kids' beds can be converted into two complete twin beds ideal if you are planning to let your children move to their own bedrooms in the near future. Pick from finishes such as brushed gray, creamy white and rich walnut. Stairs and Ladders When you are choosing a bunk bed for your kids you can choose to pick between stairs or ladders. Ladders can be easily installed and are cheaper. They also provide an easy way to climb into the top bunk bed. They are also safer than stairs, because they offer a larger surface for children to walk on and have a handrail that is integrated. Ladders also tend to have grooves on the steps which prevent slippage when climbing up or down the bed. If you like the design and appearance of stairs, they could make a more elegant addition for your bunk bed. Staircases are also suitable for rooms that are small on space, as they don't protrude into the room as ladders do. They are typically made of metal or wood and can be a great match for a variety of bedroom styles. Some staircases have integrated storage drawers. These are ideal for adding 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 children less than six years old do not sleep on the top bunk. Children older than 6 years old who are able to climb vertically could be better off with stairs than climbing a ladder. If you intend to use your bunk bed to accommodate guests, such as young children or adults who have limited mobility, it's best to choose stairs. A straight staircase on the side of the bed will require 95” of space each side. If you don't have this much space, you could choose a u-shaped staircase that doesn't require as much space but still provides a safe and secure means of accessing the top bunk. Certain beds let you remove the stairs when they are not in use. This reduces the footprint of the bed, making it more suited to multi-purpose spaces. You can also find staircases that connect to the bottom of the bed and eliminate the need for a separate handrail, and makes it easier for children to climb up and down. Guard Rails Guard rails let kids climb in and out of their beds without assistance, giving them a sense of freedom and confidence. However, they must be set properly, making sure that there are no gaps or sagging occurs between the rails that guard the bed frame. Follow the manufacturer's guidelines when installing guard rails and be sure to inspect them on a regular basis to ensure they are not loose or have holes that could result in entrapment. One of the most important safety considerations for bunk beds is to keep them free from electrical devices and any other objects that could be projectiles while your children play or sleep. Position bunk beds away from windows to prevent a potential fall hazard if your children get up on the upper level. A safety feature you may think about is a night lighting for the ladder; this can help illuminate the path up and down in the event that kids awake at night to go to the bathroom, or wake up during a storm, and need to get out of their room in a safe manner. A safety net could be placed on the top of the bunk to keep children from falling out when they're sleeping or playing. This is a great idea for older children, who are more likely to sleep in the top bunk. Guardrails must be securely attached to the bunk bed structure and are not removed without the use of tools. The openings in the guardrail above the mattress base should not exceed 3.5 inches wide to prevent entrapment or strangulation. To test this, place the wedge block shown in Figure 1 into each opening on the lower edge of the topmost guardrail member and above the underside of the mattress foundation. Then apply 33-lbf (147-N) force in a perpendicular direction to the plane of the large end of the block and sustain it for 1 minute. It's a good idea inform your children to not hang any objects on the guardrail or ladder like belts, clothing, and sporting equipment. Instead you should make use of a clothes rack to prevent these objects from becoming an injury to your child. Make sure that no more than one child is sleeping on the top bunk. This can lead to an unsafe imbalance and fall. Mattresses Consider the age and size of your child when selecting a mattress for a bunk bed s. A bunk mattress will last for at least eight years or until siblings do not share the same bedroom, so you'll want to pick one that's designed to adapt to the needs of your child, while providing adequate support as they get older. There are many options for bunk mattress sizes. They are usually twin or full size. If your child has asthma or allergies, choose an allergy-free mattress that has a dust-mite barrier as well as a moisture-wicking cover. Kids are likely to experience many accidents and spills, so a mattress that has an antimicrobial layer will to shield the foam from harmful bacteria and germs. Another important consideration is the feeling of your mattress. Kids generally weigh less than adults, which means they need an item that is firm but also comfortable. Many latex and hybrid mattresses have a firm and a soft side to accommodate the needs of both kids and adults. Memory foam mattresses are good for children, but we wouldn't recommend them as they tend not to cool effectively and can be hard on the spines of young children. You should consider a hybrid or a latex mattress instead, which will provide solid support with cooling infusions that will keep your child or guest asleep cool and comfortable. Low-profile mattresses are often the best option for bunk beds for children. These mattresses are designed to be thinner than normal mattresses, and to maximize the safety rail height of the top bunk. They reduce “filler” material to provide top quality and durability with a slim design. Consider an innerspring model or a hybrid with upper comfort layers that can be removed and 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 put in a mattress skirt or bed pad to prevent it from sliding. Some beds have a side rails or a lip built-in to stop this from happening. Storage Bunk beds are an excellent option for saving space in shared children's rooms. They can also be an affordable alternative to purchasing two separate full sized single beds. Many bunks offer the option to add a trundle, which can be put under the bunk that is not being used. To maximize storage and space in a room with bunk beds, consider installing a mix kids bedroom furniture set which includes desks, dressers or bookcases. This will allow you keep all your child's clothing, toys and personal items in one place instead of cramming everything in overstuffed chests or closets. These bedroom furniture sets are available from a range of retailers and usually meet all federal safety standards. Stacked bunks are an ideal playground for the imagination as kids can turn the spaces beneath into cozy hideaways and secret play zones. Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked six bunks to create the ultimate children space. It can be used as a place for sleeping, playing or even for twirling superhero capes. The room is decorated with bubble walls covered with Chasing Paper and a ceiling painted in Benjamin Moore Blue Jean to create the ultimate getaway. If you are unable to build an entryway to your stacked bunk beds then a ladder is an option. These ladders are built with a combination of Single Socket Tee, Flange and 90 Degree Side Outlet Tee fittings. They can be easily adjusted to alter the distance between ladder rungs to make it easier for children to climb. The ladder rungs can also be positioned flush with the ground, instead of above to facilitate climbing. Another method to maximize space in a room that has bunk beds is by installing loft beds for kids which can be lowered to just above the floor. This lets you move desks, dressers or toy chests directly under the elevated beds. This is a great way to maximize space in small bedrooms or in large family homes where beds must be capable of accommodating multiple sleepers.