Buying a Bunk Bed With Double Bed

A bunk bed that has an additional double bed beneath can help you get the most of your small bedroom. The best bunk beds are safe and sturdy.

Make sure you have sturdy railings that will stop children from falling off or getting caught between the mattresses.

This solid wood bunk set is Greenguard Gold certified and can be divided into two separate beds. It also features stairs wide enough to accommodate teens and adults.

Size

When you are looking for a bunk bed that comes with a double bunk beds top and bottom bed the size is a crucial aspect to take into consideration. Children grow quickly and it is possible that you will need to purchase a new bunk bed prior to them outgrowing the one you have. The kind of mattress you choose is another important factor to consider when selecting the bunk bed.

Twin over twin bunk beds are the most popular bunk bed configurations. They are made up of two twin beds that are stacked one on top of the other and are ideal for siblings sharing the same room. Twin over twin bunks can accommodate the standard twin mattresses that are 39 inches wide and 75 inches long. If you're looking for a more luxurious option, you can consider twin XL bunk beds small double beds. These are five inches longer than normal twins and are ideal for teenagers, college youth and even adults.

Full-size mattresses are positioned on the bottom bunk of full-over-full bunk beds. This is ideal for kids and adults who are taller. The full-size mattress is 54 inches wide and 75 inches long. A majority of these beds come with a trundle that pulls out from under the bed, allowing for an additional sleeping space for guests.

Some bunk bed sets have separate loft beds of twin size that can be separated into standalone beds. This is a great choice if you want to future-proof your bunk bed by separating the upper and lower beds separate, or if your children decide to swap rooms in the future.

There are bunk beds that don't require foundation or box springs, as the frame of these bunks elevates the mattress. This is a great choice for families with a tight budget since it saves money and eliminates the requirement for an additional foundation or box spring.

Your choice of frame and mattress will also be influenced by the number of guests who will be sleeping on your bunk beds. Larger rooms can accommodate triple bunk beds or L-shaped beds. Smaller rooms are more for a twin over full or full over twin layout.

Style

A bunk bed with a double mattress can be used by adults or kids, depending on the arrangement you select. The standard bunk beds are stacked one on top of each other with the top bed accessible via ladder. This arrangement is great for rooms with a small space, and makes the room more useful. A futon bunk is an alternative option. It's designed to look like a standard bunk, but includes a lower futon couch with a Western style that can be converted into bed. The bunk bed can accommodate up to four people at a time and is a great choice for families with teens or college students.

If you're looking for additional storage space for your bunk bed, look for a set with drawers for clothing and other items. Some sets include desks that are built-in as well as a wooden board along the sides of the stairs that can be used to hang wall decorations or even art. Bunk beds with desks are great for children's bedrooms, but they can also work well in a guest room or as the principal bedroom for older kids and teens.

The color of the bunk bed could also impact the overall look of your space. A white bunk bed, for instance will give a sense of airiness and lightness, while a bunk bed made of dark wood gives an authentic or traditional style. If you're planning to install bunk beds in a shared children's bedroom pick a paint finish that will be a perfect match for your furniture pieces. Bunk beds can be used to add the theme of nautical as in this bedroom designed by Kirsten Brockner Interiors with seashore-inspired bedding, red and blue striped accents and a stairway suitable for a cabin of a captain.

If you are decorating a bunk bed with a double bed, try to keep the design simple and clean, so that it is able to be easily modified as your child grows up and their preferences change. For example, a bunk bed with a Double Bunk Mattress bed that features an unassuming stone-colored finish could be easily updated by the addition of bright throw pillows in different shades.

Safety

One of the most important considerations when buying a bunk bed is safety. Bunk beds can be very dangerous if they're not properly built or the kids don't follow the rules. It's crucial to take measurements of the space where you want to put it and then compare the dimensions of the frame carefully against the measurements of your mattress. This will help ensure that your mattress is perfectly sized and that there is enough clearance for your child to get into and out of bed with no difficulties.

Guard rails are a crucial security feature. They should be placed on the top and bottom bunks. They should be constructed of solid wood that is securely attached to the frame of the bunk. Also any holes, gaps or openings in the frame of a bunk bed need to be small enough to prevent children's legs, heads or torsos from getting caught in the gaps. To avoid tripping hazards it's a good idea ensure that any ladders and steps used to climb the bunk bed frame are either part or the frame itself.

Another important safety tip is to not let children younger than six to sleep on the top bunk. Most bunk bed-related injuries occur to children under this age and more than half result from falls. It's a good idea too, to establish clear rules for using the bunk bed, and to make it clear that the top bunk should not be used for bouncing, playing or anything else.

Finally, it's an excellent idea to ensure that no belts, clothes or jump ropes are hanging off the frame of the bunk bed as these can pose serious strangulation hazards for children. You can buy shelves that can be easily clipped to the side of the bed and provide your child a place to store their essentials for the night, so they don't have to leave their bed in the dark to search for them.

Storage

Bunk beds allow two people to share a room without taking up the space. The upper bed is usually accessible via a ladder which is ideal for siblings sharing bedrooms, or for family members who live in small apartments.

Bunk beds come in a variety of sizes, styles and shapes to suit any room. They can even be modified to meet the requirements of the sleeping individuals. If, for example, one child likes sleeping on the top bunk, and the other the bottom, the beds can then be arranged so that they are facing each other. This allows each person to have their own private space, but still be within the family.

Many bunk bed owners like the option of adding under-bed storage drawers and trundles. These extras are placed beneath the bed's lower section and can be used to store blankets or clothing. These add-ons can also be used to create additional space for guests when they visit.

Trundles can also be found for bunk beds as pull-out mattresses. These mattresses can be accessed by a single step and are located under the bunk bed's bottom. This provides an additional sleeping space when guests come over and eliminates the need for an air mattress.

Anyone considering buying a bunk bed must consider the safety features. Make sure there are side rails on the lower and upper bunks to keep children from falling off the top bunk. It's also important to take into consideration the thickness of a mattress you can comfortably place on the upper bunk, as a thick mattress can cause a sleeping child to roll off of the rails that guard them when asleep, causing injury to him or herself.

Other options for safety include the type of ladder you choose for your bunk bed. Certain types of bunk beds have a lengthy ladder that connects the upper and lower guard rails, whereas other types offer a shorter ladder that is attached to the front of the upper guard rail. This is the most suitable option for children because it makes climbing to the top bunk more secure and easier.