Kids Bunk Bed - A Great Way to Maximize Space
Kids bunk beds are ideal for maximising space and save money on separate rooms. Find beds with sturdy foundations, and mattress supports to avoid gaps or spaces where children could become stuck or trapped.
Another consideration is how the bed can be accessible: bunks typically have stairs or ladders and angled ladders take less space than traditional vertical ones.
Space-Saving Design
Bunk beds can be a great way to maximize space in a small space. Whether you're looking to outfit an attic bedroom or the most compact room in your home, bunk beds for kids can help you reduce floor space without sacrificing any comfort or style. The majority of bunk beds come in twin over full or queen over twin designs, which means your kids can share a bed while having their own space. A bunk bed for three is also a great option, especially in the event that you plan to use the lower bunk for a playroom or office during the day.
The majority of bunks have an attached ladder to the frame or a staircase leading to the top bunk. The ladder's height shouldn't exceed 5-6 feet from the ceiling due to safety concerns. This will prevent bumps on heads while ensuring the younger kid sleeping on the top bunk isn't too high up.
If you want to keep your children's bedroom furniture in style look into a wooden bunk bed with stairs. Not only will this add an additional stylish element to your children's room but it also provides ample storage space for each book, toy or items they'll need to stow away.
Some bunks can be converted to a futon. This lets your kids make use of the lower bunk bed as a couch during the day and then slide out the top futon for an incredibly comfortable sleeping area at night. This type of bunk is perfect if you have the room and your kids are old enough to manage the additional sleeping space.
If you don't have enough space for the traditional bunk consider alternatives such as a corner loft or bunk. These beds are positioned in the corner of your child's' room, which leaves the room for other kids' furniture like dressers or shelves. Some bunk beds come with an attached desk, so your children can complete their homework while in their bed. This will help them stay focused during their study time and encourages good habits.
Easy Climbing Ladder
Bunk beds are great for kids who want to sleep separately but don't have enough room for two separate bedrooms. Many of our beds have an incline to make it easier for kids to access the top bunk. This is more secure than climbing the sides of the bunk bed which can be risky. Kids should only attempt to climb on top bunks when they are old enough to be able to do it safely, which typically happens when they are at least six years old.
Many parents are attracted by the straight ladders that are found on bunk beds, but we recommend angle ladders to improve security and ease of use. These ladders are easier to grip and provide a more pleasant experience. To climb up, kids simply put their feet on each step one at a time and then move their bodies upwards until they reach the top bunk. To ensure security, you should consider a ladder with grooved anti-slip steps and hand hole cutouts that allow kids to hold on to as they climb.
If you are looking for an option that is permanent there are a myriad of types of stairs that can be permanently attached to the frame of a bunk bed. These stairs feature a railing that encircles the staircase for additional safety and an extra wide tread to avoid slips and falls. For a more stylish look, consider an stairwell with built-in storage drawers that are an excellent way to keep your children's rooms tidy and tidy.
A loft bed that doesn't have a ladder connecting it to the bottom bunk is another method of reducing space. This gives more space for children to play and sleep under. A lot of these loft and bunk beds are designed to be reminiscent of a treehouse or some other amusing structure, making them a great choice for kids who enjoy spending time in the outdoors. Some of our loft and bunk beds come with a slide for an extra touch of fun.
Extra Storage
Many bunk and loft beds also have storage options for kids to keep their rooms tidy and neat. They can store books, clothes, toys, and more vertically, saving valuable floor space. These beds work well with both modern and traditional bedroom styles. Explore the assortment of twin over full bunk beds at Pottery Barn Kids to find a bed that fits your child's needs and the style of their bedroom.
The classic Maxtrix loft bed with drawers can be used to add additional storage to the bunk beds your child sleeps in. It has two large drawers that can be used to store shoes, clothes or bedtime necessities, among other things. The drawers are positioned on casters unidirectional making it easy for kids to open and close them. This is a great choice for children sharing rooms, since it allows them to keep the belongings of one another away from each other's reach.
This Maxtrix loft features a built-in desk and hutch that can be used to create a study nook. The solid wood desk for children easily pulls out from underneath the bed and folds back up when not in use, preserving the space for play. This is a great solution for kids that like to work on their computer or create all day.
When it's time to go to bed the bunk at the bottom of this Maxtrix can be converted into a comfortable sofa. This is a great choice for children who love having friends over for sleepovers, or for parents trying to make space in their guest room. This twin over futon is also a great option for kids younger than the age of transitioning from cribs to beds that are regular.
Bunk or loft beds are great for kids who love climbing, and have a lot of energy. These beds are a fun alternative to traditional furniture for bedrooms. They are available in a variety of different styles, finishes, and configurations. There are options that include a storage trundle as well as a ladder for guests to stay over, making it possible to meet the ever-changing requirements of a family in a single bedroom.
Fun Slide
A slide can increase the fun factor of a kids bunk bed. Children love to race down from the top bunk and the excitement stimulates active and imaginative play, making it much easier to get them up and ready for sleep at night.
Bunk beds with slides offer the perfect opportunity to mix play and sleep in the same space, ideal for shared rooms for children and families that are growing. affordable bunk beds for kids can climb up the ladder, then slide down the slide. This can provide hours of fun in their space.
Our unique bunk and loft bed models with slide are available in full and twin sizes to fit comfortably in the majority of bedrooms, and can be split to create two standard beds at a later time. The bunk bed frame is constructed from solid birch. It has a natural finish as shown. It can also be ordered in White or Chestnut.
For rooms with limited space, our bunk bed with slide options include the Billi-Bolli Slide Tower, which can be connected to either the back of the ladder or to the front of the bunk bed frame. Based on the height of the frame, the slide protrudes approximately 190 cm into the room, and an exit opening of 70 cm is required.
Choose your kids bunk bed and add a slide for the ultimate play and sleep combo! You can further customize your kids bunk bed with the addition of bottom play curtains to create a fun castle-like fort and drawers for trundle storage to provide extra sleeping space when you have guests staying over for the night.
If you're looking to upgrade your space-saving bunk bed with a slide for the bunk and still have room for an additional bed, check out our new Twin over Full Stacked Storage Bunk Bed with Trundle (shown below). This bunk bed that is space-saving design has two large underbed storage drawers as well as the twin trundle which pulls out from beneath the top bunk, allowing you to accommodate four or more guests in this compact and stylish bed.
