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Kids Beds Bunk Bunk beds can bring excitement and drama to a child's room. Ms. Keenan adds a shelf to store books or a reading lamp in each sleeping nook to make bunk beds more appealing to children. Many of our bunk beds for kids can be converted into two twin beds. This is ideal if your plan is to make them move to their own bedroom in the future. Pick from finishes like brushed white, gray and rich walnut. Stairs and ladders If you're looking for bunk beds for kids you can choose to select between stairs or ladders. Ladders are less expensive and easy to install and offer an easy method of climbing into the top bed. They are more secure than stairs, as they provide a wider area for children to walk on and include an integrated handrail. Ladders often have grooves in the steps to prevent slipping when climbing up and down the bed. If you prefer the style and look of stairs, they can be a beautiful addition to your bunk bed. Staircases are also suitable for rooms that are small in space since they don't extend into the room as ladders do. They are usually made of metal or wood and can match various styles of bedrooms. Some staircases even include integrated storage drawers, which are an excellent way to add more space to the bunk bed. When deciding between a staircase and a ladder take into account the age of your child. While it is recommended nobody sleep on the top bunk before the age of 6, older children who are comfortable with climbing vertically may be better off with stairs rather than a ladder. In addition, if you're planning on using your bunk bed as guest beds for smaller children or for adults with a limited mobility, stairs are the preferred option. A straight staircase on the side of the bunk requires at least 95” of space on each side. If you don't have this much space, you could opt for a u-shaped staircase that doesn't require as much space, but offers a secure and safe means of accessing the top bunk. Certain beds let you remove the stairs when they are not being used. This reduces the footprint of the bed, making it more suited to multi-purpose spaces. You can also find staircases that connect to the end of the bed, which eliminates the requirement for a separate handrail, and makes it easier for children to climb up and down. Guard Rails Guard rails let children climb into and out of their beds on their own and provide them with an experience of freedom and confidence. However, they must be set correctly, ensuring that no gaps or movement occurs between guard rails and the bed frame. If you decide to use guard rails, make sure you follow the instructions of the manufacturer and inspect them frequently for any looseness or holes which could cause an entrapment. One of the most important safety concerns for bunk beds is to keep them away from electrical devices and other objects that could turn into projectiles while your children play or sleep. Make sure you place 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 light for the ladder; it will help illuminate the path up and down in the event that children awake at night to go to the bathroom or get woken by a storm and have to make their way out of their rooms in a safe manner. Another excellent security feature for bunk beds is a safety net, that can be put up on the top of the bunk to prevent children from falling down while they are asleep or playing. This is especially a good idea for older children, who are more likely to sleep in the top bunk. The guardrails must be secured to the bunk beds and cannot be removed without tools. The guardrail openings that are above the mattress base must not be more than 3.5 inches wide to prevent entrapment or strangulation. To test this, insert the wedge block as shown in Figure 1 into each of the openings on the lower edge of the uppermost guardrail member and above the underside of the mattress foundation. Apply 33 lbf (147 N) in a direction perpendicular the plane of the large edge of the block for one minute. It is a good idea to instruct your children not to hang any items on the ladder or guardrail for example, clothing, belts, and sporting equipment. Instead you should make use of a clothes rack to prevent the objects from creating a strangulation hazard for your child. Also, make sure that more than one kid does not sleep on the top of the bunk, since this could create a dangerous imbalance which may cause falls. Mattresses When choosing a mattress to use for bunk beds, consider the size of your child and their age. A bunk mattress should last at the least eight years or until the children are no longer sharing the same bedroom. You should select one that will grow with your child, and still provide adequate comfort as they grow older. Bunk mattress sizes are usually full-size or twin, and there are many alternatives that will fit either. If your child has asthma or allergies, opt for an hypoallergenic mattress with a dust-mite barrier as well as a moisture-wicking cover. Mattresses with an antimicrobial layer will protect the foam against harmful bacteria and germs. kids double bunk bed to consider is the feeling of your mattress. Children are generally heavier than adults and require mattresses that are firm, but also comfortable. Many latex and hybrid mattresses come with a firm side and a soft side to meet children's needs. Memory foam mattresses are good for kids, but we don't recommend them due to their tendency 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 can provide solid support with cooling infusions that will ensure your child or guest is asleep cool and comfortable. A mattress with a low profile is typically the best choice for children's bunk beds. These mattresses are designed to be thinner than standard mattresses, and to maximize the safety rail height of the top bunk. They also minimize “filler” materials to provide top quality and slim designs. If your child wants to try a mattress more substantial than a standard bed, consider an innerspring or hybrid model with upper comfort layers that can be removed or replaced as the child develops. These models will give you a good idea of how the mattress will perform as your child grows and you can always put in a mattress skirt or mattress pad to prevent it from slipping off the frame. Some beds have a an integrated lip or side rails to prevent this from happening. Storage Bunk beds are a great option for saving space in rooms shared by children. Bunk beds are also a less expensive alternative to purchasing two large single beds. Many bunks also provide the option of an trundle bed that can be tucked away beneath the bottom bunk when it is not being used. To maximize space and storage in a room that has bunk beds, you should consider installing a combination kids bedroom furniture set that includes dressers, desks and/or bookcases. This will allow you to keep all your child's personal belongings such as clothing, toys and clothes in one spot without cramming them into overstuffed closets or chests. These kids bedroom furniture sets are available from a number of retailers and typically comply with all safety standards of the federal government. Stacking bunks can be an opportunity for creativity, as children can transform the spaces below into hidden hideaways or cosy play areas. 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 is decorated with a bubble wallcovering of Chasing Paper, and the ceiling is painted Benjamin Moore Blue Jean. If you cannot install an stairwell to your stacked bunk beds then a ladder is a good alternative. 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 toddlers to climb. The ladder rungs are placed directly on the ground instead of above to aid in climbing. Loft beds that can be lowered to just above the ground is another method to maximize the space in the bunk bed room. This lets you slide desks, dressers and toy chests under the elevated beds. This is a great way to maximize space in small bedrooms or large family homes where beds have to be able to accommodate multiple sleepers.