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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 every sleeping nook to make bunk beds more appealing to children Many of our kids beds bunk are convertible to two twin beds in one which is ideal if you intend to move your children into their own bedrooms at some point Choose from finishes like white brushed gray and rich walnut Ladders or Stairs 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 way to climb into the bed at the top They are also safer than stairs since they provide a greater surface for children to walk on and have an integrated handrail There are grooves on the steps to prevent slips when climbing up and down the bed However if you prefer the design and style of stairs they can be a more elegant option to your bunk bed Staircases are also great for rooms that are limited on space since they dont protrude into the space as ladders do They are usually constructed of metal or wood and can match the various styles of bedrooms Some staircases are even equipped with storage drawers which are ideal for adding more space to the bunk bed When choosing between a staircase and a ladder it is important to consider the age of your child While it is recommended no one sleep on the top bunk below the age of 6 older children who are comfortable climbing vertically may be better off with stairs rather than a ladder If you are planning to use your bunk bed for guests such as younger children or adults who have limited mobility its best to choose stairs A straight staircase along the side of the bunk requires at least 95 of space on each side If you do not have the space you can choose a u shaped staircase which doesnt 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 being used This reduces the size of the bed making it more suited to multipurpose spaces There are also stairs that connect to the end the bed This eliminates the requirement for separate handrails and makes it easier to climb up and down to the bottom for kids Guard Rails Guard rails let kids climb into and out of their beds without assistance and give them a sense of freedom and confidence But they must be positioned properly ensuring that there arent any gaps or loosening occurs between the rails of the guard and bed frame Follow the instructions of the manufacturer when installing guard rails and ensure that you examine them regularly to ensure that they arent loose or have holes that could result in trapping One of the most important safety tips for bunk beds is to ensure they are kept away from electrical devices and other objects that could turn into projectiles while your children play or sleep Also be sure to position bunks away from windows as they could be a danger to fall when children climb up to the top of the bed A safety feature you may be considering is a night lighting for the ladder this can help illuminate the path up and down in case children 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 rooms in a safe manner A safety net could be installed on the top of the bunk to prevent children from falling out when they are sleeping or playing This is a great idea especially for older children who tend to sleep on the top bunk The guardrails should be secured to the bunk beds and cannot be removed without tools The guardrail openings above the mattress base must not exceed 35 inches wide to avoid entrapment or strangulation To test this insert the wedge block as shown in Figure 1 into each opening in the lower edge of the uppermost member of the guardrail and above the mattresss underside foundation Then apply 33lbf 147N force in a direction that is perpendicular to the plane of the larger end of the block and maintain it for a period of 1 minute It is also recommended to teach youngsters not to hang things on the ladders or guardrails like clothing belts and sports equipment Instead a clothes rack is recommended to ensure that these items dont become a strangulation hazard for your children Also make sure that more than one child does not sleep on the top level of the bunk as this can create a dangerous imbalance which may cause falls Mattresses Be aware of the age of your child and their size when selecting a mattress to fit a bunk bed A bunk mattress should last for at least eight years or until siblings are no longer sharing a bedroom So youll want to choose a mattress that is designed to grow with your child while providing adequate support as they get older Bunk mattress sizes are usually fullsize or twin and there are many options that can accommodate either If your child has asthma or allergies opt for an hypoallergenic mattress with a dustmite barrier and moisturewicking cover A mattress with an antimicrobial coating will protect the foam against harmful bacteria and germs The feel of your mattress is also crucial Kids generally weigh less than adults which means they require mattresses that feel firm but also comfortable Many latex and hybrid mattresses have a firm side and a soft side to accommodate both childrens requirements Memory foam mattresses are good for children but we wouldnt recommend them because they tend not to cool well and can be a strain on the spines of infant children You should consider a hybrid or a latex mattress instead which offer solid support and cooling infusions to keep your child or guest asleep cool and comfortable Lowprofile mattresses are usually the ideal choice for bunk beds for children They are designed to be slimmer than regular mattresses and maximize the height of the safety rails for the top bunk They reduce filler material to provide premium quality with slim designs Think about an innerspring model or hybrid that has upper comfort layers which can be removed and replaced as your child grows These models can provide an idea of the durability of the mattress as your child grows You can also include an extra bed skirt or mattress pad to prevent it from sliding Some mattresses have side rails or a lip that are builtin to stop this Storage Bunk beds can be an excellent option to free up space in shared kids rooms Bunk beds can also be a cheaper alternative to buying two fullsized single beds triple bunk beds offer the option of adding an trundle bed that can be hidden beneath the bunk that is not being used You might want to consider installing a bedroom for your child furniture set that includes desks bookcases andor dressers to maximize storage and space in a room that has a bunk bed This will allow you to keep all your childs clothing as well as toys and personal belongings in one spot instead of cramming everything into chests or closets that are overstuffed These combination kids bedroom furniture sets are available from a variety of retailers and generally meet all federal safety standards Stacked bunks are an ideal playground for the imagination as kids can transform the spaces underneath into cosy places to hide and play Designer Elizabeth Georgantas stacked 6 bunks in this room for the ultimate kids space that can be used for sleeping playing and even superhero cape twirls The room features a bubble wallcovering by Chasing Paper and a ceiling painted in Benjamin Moore Blue Jean to create the ultimate escape If youre unable to construct an stairwell to your bunk beds then a ladder is a good alternative The ladders are constructed with a combination of Single Socket Tee Flange Single Socket Tee and 90 Degree Side Outlet Tee fittings They can be easily adjusted to alter the distance between rungs of a ladder to make it easier for children to climb The ladders rungs are also placed so that theyre directly in contact with the ground instead of being above it to make climbing less intimidating Another method to maximize space in a room with bunk beds is to install loft kids beds which can be lowered to just above the floor This allows you to slide dressers desks or toy chests underneath the beds on top This is an excellent way to maximize space in bedrooms that are small or in large family homes where beds must be capable of accommodating multiple sleepers