If you live in a small apartment or if you have a small bedroom then you know that doubling on all your space is important. When looking for a solution to the space dilemma you might consider a loft bed or a bunk bed depending on your situation. The use of bunk beds for kids is a good solution for when siblings having to share a room.
Some precautions should be taken for safety when kids have to use bunk beds.
A child younger than six should not sleep in the top bunk.
A bunk bed should not be installed in an area with a ceiling fan.
Do not place this type of bed near a window.
Do not place furniture with sharp edges near the bed.
Make sure the ladder is easy for children to climb, with a step that is wide enough. However if a young child is using the lower bunk, you should ensure that the ladder can be blocked or removed. Choosing a bunk bed that allows you on what side to put the ladder is also a good idea, should you later decide to move the bed.
Bunk beds for kids come in many wood finishes and colors. If you have white bedroom furniture in the room then you will have no problems finding a white bunk bed. Metal bunk beds for kids come in bright colors as well as metallic finish. They seem to appeal to boys more than to girls.
Loft beds for kids
A loft bed is a like a bunk bed without the bottom bunk. For children there are relatively low lofts, with the upper part serving as a bed and the lower part as a play area. The play area can be a little house, or anything you want to make it. If you need additional space in the room then a loft bed can accommodate dressers or a wardrobe under the sleeping platform.
Both a bunk bed or a loft bed will save you space in a child room, each has its function, and its strengths. The one you choose, ultimately depends on your needs. You can find both wood and metal loft beds as well as wood and metal bunk beds.
Buying used bunk beds for kids, or a used loft bed, may not be a bad idea, as oftentimes people sell these beds in excellent condition. However do not buy a used mattress. If you save some money on a frame that is in good condition so much the better, but you never save money on used bedding. Mattresses have a limited life span and since we spend one third of our lives in a bed a good mattress is important. Further more mites are almost always present in used mattresses.
