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Bunk Bed Buying Decisions

July 28th, 2010

There are many benefits to using a bunk bed for your children’s room. One is that you can maximize the space. If you are on the market looking for the right bed, there are certain factors that you need to consider other than the price and the design.

Room space

Bunk beds are great for small rooms. However, the standard size would require more room space compared to the twin size bed. Some added features would also require a larger space especially if you get the bunk that has a pull out bed or extra pull out drawers. You should also take time to measure the room where the bed is going in. in general, the beds are 6 feet high. It should have an allowance of no less than 2 ft between the ceiling and the topmost part of the bed.

Bed features and style

There are many bunk beds available in different styles, make, and designs. You can purchase beds that are made of wood or steel, and some are a combination of both. The added features would add to the price of the bed so you should select the type that would best suit your children’s requirements. There are beds that have pull out drawers for additional storage and there are also beds that can be disassembled into two single beds. This is a great option since eventually your children will outgrow their interest in bunk beds. White bunk beds are always a safe choice as they go with almost any type of interior décor.

Safety

Your children’s safety should be the first thing that you should consider in choosing bunk beds. You want to make sure that the beds are sturdy enough to hold the weight of the child, especially the one staying on the top bunk. The stairs should also be securely fastened so that the child will not slip when climbing up and down and the rail guards should extend at least 5 inches above the mattress to keep your child from rolling over.