.Saving Valuable Space with Kids Bunk Bed Ideas

Guest Blogger #698, Entry #1640, September 25, 2012

If your kids share a room in your home, you know firsthand how difficult it is to create enough usable space for each child.  Beds are one of the largest pieces of furniture that consume valuable space and a bunk bed is a great way to use vertical height to sleep children comfortably. Over the years bunk beds have seen a great shift from the traditional “military style” bunk beds and are now housed with desks, organization options, and even loft style bunk beds are more common then ever. Here are a few tips to ensure your choose the right bunk bed for your child’s needs.

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Assess your current space:

The beauty of bunk beds is the ability to sleep multiple children in the same space it would normally take for one child. Although bunk beds require less space, you will still need to determine how much space is needed for your children to access the ladder to climb up, as well as circulation space around the bed for safety. Before investing in a bunk bed, look at the different orientation options for bunk beds today. There are “L” layouts for (one child to be on top) the high sleeper and the other bed below can lay perpendicular to the top bunk. This enables for a double or larger bed on the bottom. You will be surprised at how far bunk beds have come!

Determine your child’s comfort level when sleeping:

Bunk beds can be a joy for children to sleep in and determining who gets the top bunk bed and sleeps on the bottom can often be a challenge. Ask your children before you invest in the bed what they would prefer. If you have very small children, remember climbing up and down can be tricky, especially in the late night hours, or if they are tired. Consider having younger children sleep on the bottom until they can handle the stairs or ladder well. Older children may have to take turns with who sleeps where.

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Bunk beds are a great way to save space in their bedroom and still create room for studying, playing and other activities. When choosing the right bunk bed for your children consider versatile varieties that grow with your child. Bunk beds that house a bed on top and use the below area for a desk are often referred to as loft beds. These are great for teenagers and older kids that need more space along with their sleeping area. There are so many choices when it comes to bunk beds, have fun choosing the right one for your kids.

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