Bunk beds can be a real lifesaver for parents who do not have a lot of room in the homes, and does not have enough space to give each a separate room. A bunkbed does not take more space than a single bed but two kids can sleep in it. Bunk beds are generally 2 beds that are stacked on top of each other, and there can sleep a child or adult on each bed.Various different kind of bunk beds are available – manufactured out of metals as well as wood.
The are couple of factors to consider before you go out and buy a bunk beds for kids:
Ceiling height:
The height of the ceiling in the bedroom is very important before you install the bunk beds. The ceiling height has to be 8 feet or higher to accommodate the bunk beds. There has to be enough space between the ceiling and the top bunkbed for someone to sleep in it comfortably.
Age of children:
It is recommended that children be eight years and older for them to sleep in bunk beds. Because the top bunkbed are about 8 feet above the ground a fall from it can cost you a trip to the emergency room, and it is recommended that children be a little bit older for them to sleep in these beds.
Guardrail:
It is also recommended that the guardrail be installed on the top bunkbed for some extra security for the child sleeping in the top bed. That way he can’t fall from the bunkbed while sleeping.
Mattress required:
These are some height restrictions for the top bunkbed, and the mattress cannot be too thick because then the height of the guardrail will not be sufficient. For the bottom bunkbed you can consider getting a innerspring mattress, because the height restriction would not be an issue.
Bunk beds can be great fun for children to sleep in, and for most children it is quite an adventure to have one of these beds in their rooms. Especially boys enjoy having a bunkbed in their rooms, and it’s quite an adventure for a boy to sleep in the top bunkbed.
When he got out shopping for bunkbed you should consider all these factors and I’m sure that you will find a bunkbed that will suit your needs. A bunkbed is a space saving piece of furniture that is also very versatile and in entertaining at the same time.
When you got out shopping for bunk beds it is a good idea to shop online, because you will get a great variety of bunk beds at great prices. The IKEA website is a good place to start at.
Metal Bunk Beds:
Metal bunk beds are a great alternative if you are looking for a alternative to a wooden bunk bed.The advantages of metal bunk beds are obvious in that they have the strength and durability of metals.Steel bunk beds are the most popular type of metal bunk bed.
Triple Bunk Beds:
If you are looking for even more sleeping space you can go for a triple bunk bed.The construction of triple bunk beds are the same as a regular bunk bed, but there is just an extra bed making it three beds in total.When you look to buy a triple bunk bed, you have to make sure the ceiling height in the room is enough to accommodate the triple bunk bed.A popular version is the triple lindy bunk bed.
Bunk Bed Plans:
If you want to build the bunk bed yourself – then there are various bunk bed plans available which will give you a complete plan on how to construct the bunk bed.You will need some basic woodworking skills as well as tools to build the bunk bed.If you do not want to do it yourself you can always hire a handyman to build the bunk bed for you.
Loft Beds:
What is a loft bed?
A loft bed is a type of bunk bed that typically have only the top bunk, with the area where the lower bunk would have been left open.This area can then be used for various different purposes such as a study area or a storage area.Some loft beds even have built in storage in this area.Loft beds are very popular with students who typically uses the lower are as a study area.
Trundle Beds:
What is a trundle bed?
A trundle bed is basically a pair of twin beds with the second bed a bit smaller than the other, and it fits underneath the second bed and can be pulled out when needed.The second bed can also “pop” out to the same height as the other.It is not a bunk bed, but worth a mention.
Kids Beds:
Of all the different kinds of kids beds available, bunk beds are certainly some of the most popular as well as versatile available.You get to save space while at the same time providing sleeping space for two kids.
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