Everyone loves a great bunk bed, but not every bunk is right for your child. Here's a few tips to consider when selecting the next bed for your child.
Size and Space of the Room: Dimensions generally determine bed size
- How tall are the ceilings?
- Are there specific walls the bed would have to sit on?
- Are there windows or doors that can't be covered?
- What is the intended use and flow of the room?
- Is there a ceiling fan that could possibly overlap with the top bunk?
- Are there other furniture pieces in the room. Can those doors/drawers open fully with the bed size considered?
- Using the dimensions of the bed, do you still have room to walk around the bed safely?
- Is there a TV or focal point you're trying to accommodate?
Who's Using the Bed: People grow, so plan for that!
- Who besides the child will need to fit on the bed? Do you read stories at night in the bed or watch movies together? This may require larger than a twin size.
- Weight capacity of the bed (ours are 300 lbs by default) on top bunks.
- Beds are available in normal length and XL length.
- Is climbing up/down each day going to be workable?
- Do you want to sit up on the top bunk or just on the bottom?
- Is the mattress you plan to use on the top bunk less than 9" thick --added safety rail height is an option for peace of mind
Have more questions? We may have answers! Feel free to ask any time - we love that!