Bunk bed, safety requirements and staircase location

Types of construction

To get a comfortable corner for relaxation, you need to take into account the functionality and aesthetics of the corner bunk bed design. For a successful arrangement of furniture in the general environment, you need to choose the most optimal existing model.

Here are the most popular and practical:

a furniture complex consisting of two beds and one or a pair of work areas with a table;
beds with a built-in wardrobe for clothes, shoes or toys;
bed and sofa with shelves for books and board games;
bunk design with two beds and drawers for all kinds of children's accessories.

Beds may differ in color if they are intended for children of different sexes or even in design, depending on the interests of the owners of the room. Such models are made to order, taking into account the wishes of small furniture users. If corner furniture is planned for one child, the scope for imagination is limitless. There is enough space for a full bed, a study table, shelves, cabinets and a ladder (if the sleeping bed is located at the top). The space for free movement in the room is thus freed up to the maximum. And this only benefits the unbridled nature of children.

For children of different ages

This design must be particularly stable and durable. It is advisable to choose models with metal parts. The lower tier is intended to accommodate the eldest of the children, and on the upper tier there is a bed for the younger one.

It is especially necessary to secure the upper bed with a high side. And choose a model with reliable wide steps. Corner beds with a ladder in the form of steps with drawers inside have proven themselves to be the best.

Mirror placement of children is also possible. Then the place on top simply needs to be fixed securely and permanently. And the little brother or sister will take a less extreme position on the lower tier

Fencing in this case is also a necessary precaution and is welcome.

If none of the described options are suitable, then many furniture craftsmen take on the task of making beds at an angle in the sizes you need and a suitable layout. You can make an individual product yourself, giving it expressiveness and maximum functionality.

Constructions

There are many varieties of children's bunk beds. And it's not about the size, but about the designs. Let's start with the principles of construction:

The basis of the structure is a frame made of timber, to which all other parts are attached: sides, railings. The bars must be higher than the level of the upper lounger by the height of the back or sides. To ensure safety, the height should be at least 40 cm from the top edge of the mattress.
The design is based on four vertical beams, to which all other parts are already attached.
They make two identical beds with thick posts and a strong frame. One is placed on top of the other and connected using dowels or pins. If the height of the legs and backrest is not enough, and the mattress of the upper tier is too low, the racks are further increased, not forgetting to strengthen the joints.
A workplace is arranged below, and a sleeping place above. Such 2-tier beds are also called “loft”. This option is for those whose children compete with each other. And two sleeping places on different floors will cause constant conflicts. Two such “kits” solve the problem. Read about the types of attic beds and how to make them yourself.
A two-story loft bed is a great solution for a small space or competitive children.
Corner arrangement of beds. When the bedrooms are not located one above the other, but against two adjacent walls. Then below there is also the opportunity to organize a workplace or play space ().
The sleeping places are located along one wall, but not above each other, but shifted. This option makes it possible to use the available space more efficiently - fill it from wall to wall.
Roll-out or pull-out two-story children's beds. This is a transformable furniture option. During the day, the lower berth is hidden under the upper one. With this construction, the height of the bed may be small. This is a solution for those who are afraid that children may fall from the second floor or stairs.

The choice of designs is great, but that's not all. Stairs add further variety. They can be ordinary, like on a wall bars, or in the form of steps or boxes stacked on top of each other. The most economical option is conventional: they require little material and take up little space. But you can put things in a ladder of drawers, like in a chest of drawers, which is also practical. And such steps are even more reliable: you can attach high railings to them to make them even safer.

Stairs made of rungs or steps can be located in front - along the long side of the beds. At the same time, they are sometimes made in the center, sometimes on the right or left. Another option is stairs from the end. They are also made vertical, and then they take up almost no space, and sometimes at an angle. It’s easier to climb on these, but it’s not always possible to place them: the space doesn’t allow it, and it’s easy to get caught on the protruding legs.

Features of choosing children's bunk beds

It is recommended to place bunk beds in children's rooms, the height of which is at least 2.5 meters. This allows a child sleeping on the top floor to get up calmly without fear of hitting the ceiling with his head.

When choosing furniture, preference should be given to safe structures with rounded corners, in which all joints are securely fastened.

Particular attention should be paid to the material from which the bed is made. The safest and most environmentally friendly are products made from natural wood, such as pine. Such models will look harmonious in rooms decorated in country or retro style.

Metal structures are characterized by strength and reliability; they will fit perfectly into children's rooms made in laconic styles, such as minimalism or hi-tech. However, it should be taken into account that metal beds can cause children's injuries.

Furniture made from chipboard is comfortable and has a fairly affordable price. It is not recommended to install plastic models or products made from other artificial materials in the children's room, as they are considered unsafe for health.

A hand-made bedspread with knots amazes with its beauty and unusualness. And quilted, cotton and fur products will give warmth and care to everyone living in the house.
A successful purchase of a mattress means a sound, healthy sleep, a good mood, vigor and energy. How to choose a mattress for a bed so as not to regret later about the mistakes you make, read here.

A children's bunk roll-out bed is the optimal solution for small rooms where several children live. In this case, the lower berth rolls out from under the upper one.

Varieties of designs and functionality

There are many types of bunk beds for children and adults, but the most common are the following:

Classic. The simplest option, consisting of two beds and a ladder. The tiers can be located either exactly above each other, or offset from each other, which can be convenient in non-standard rooms.
With a sofa on the first tier. Replacing a traditional bed allows you to give the structure an original look, as well as improve its functional properties. A sofa has a neater appearance than a bed and makes seating guests more appropriate. This allows you to save even more space, since the installation of additional furniture is not required. At the same time, the sofa, especially if it is extendable, can be used both as a sleeping place and as a relaxation area.
With drawers. In this model, the rungs of the stairs are replaced with drawers or shelves, which, with a slight increase in the size of the structure, allows you to avoid installing a cabinet. Also, under the lower tier there can be a retractable linen closet.
Attic. In this design, there is a sleeping area at the top, and a working area at the bottom. The latter may include a desk, racks and shelves. Typically, the model is intended for only one person, usually a child, although there are double and corner options that make it possible to accommodate two people on the upper level.
Three bedroom. It can have a different appearance, selected depending on the features and space. The double bed is located either below or above, and can also be pulled out from under the lower bed.
Transformer. A convenient model designed for rooms with limited space. Most often it is designed for one person, although it can have two sleeping places. In the classic version, it consists of cabinets and drawers, a table and a bed, and both the bed and the table can be folded out or pulled out.

What you need to know about sizes

An important point to understand: the size of the mattress should not be slightly wider, narrower, or shorter or longer than the bed. It must exactly match the bed data. Otherwise, if the product is larger than the bed, it will bulge or bunch up; if it is smaller, it will poke around the sleeping area during sleep. As a result, you will wake up in the morning, at best, not getting enough sleep, at worst, feeling unwell, with a headache and aching muscles. So approach this issue with all responsibility.

Please note that in the countries of America and Europe they have different measurements, for example, in France and Italy they measure in centimeters, in the USA in inches. Hence the conclusion: it is advisable to buy a bed and immediately select a mattress of the same size, in centimeters or inches, ideally from the same manufacturer.

Otherwise, the difference will be several cm. If you purchase a product 80 dm and a width of 78 dm, we convert it to centimeters, and we get the dimensions of the orthopedic mattress 203.2 / 198.1 cm. A bed made in Russia will have a length of 2 meters, but different width.

Types of bunk beds for adults

First, let's look at the types of such furniture. There are many options, but the most popular are the following 2-tier beds:

for two adults;
for adults and children;
with a sofa below;
with wardrobe;
transformers;
retractable for two adults (roll-out);
with drawers, with a table and others.

For two adults

For two adults, double-decker single beds are suitable - this option is compact and does not take up much space. It is often used in hostels, as well as houses and apartments in order to accommodate guests and not take up all the free space.

Often the width of the sleeping place is 80 cm, but this is the minimum option for a comfortable rest. It is not recommended to use such beds as the main sleeping place due to their small size.

Also, large double-bedroom, two-level structures cannot be ignored. They are very roomy as they can accommodate two adults upstairs and two adults downstairs. Thus, we get a comfortable and full-fledged sleeping place for 4 people.

For adults and children

The ideal solution would be to choose a model with different sleeping positions. For example, below there is a full-fledged adult bed for two people, and on top there is a children's bed.

This is an excellent solution for a small-family one-room apartment or for accommodating a couple of guests with children. The second level can be used as desired.

Bunk bed options for two adults and a child

With a sofa below

This is an excellent solution for a one-room apartment - downstairs there is a sofa on which it is convenient to welcome guests and watch movies, and at the top there is a full-fledged 2-tier bed, hidden from prying eyes.

Such furniture can be stationary or folding - it all depends on the availability of free space in the room.

With wardrobe

Below there is a spacious wardrobe and a bed, and on top there is another bed. This allows you to solve the problem of placing full-sized beds and a large number of things in small apartments.

Transformer

Options for such beds have a variety of designs. One of them is a simple sofa when folded, but using a special mechanism, it easily turns into a two-story bed. Despite the fact that the design seems too complicated, anyone can cope with unfolding it.

Transformable bunk bed for adults

Or, as an option, it could be two double beds, which, if necessary, can be transformed into a two-story structure (pictured below).

Retractable for two adults (withdrawable)

Such furniture is very different from a transformer. Often, the upper berth is placed at a standard height or slightly higher, and the lower one is pulled out from under it using special guides and furniture wheels.

The system will please you with its compactness and low height, and when folded it takes up no more space than a single bed.

With drawers, table

Designs with a designated seating area at the bottom. This type is an interesting solution for people who want to combine a place to sleep and a relaxation area. Often the design is accompanied by a small desk and several shelves for books and accessories.

Systems that have a workplace at the bottom. Now you can make your dream come true by combining the working and sleeping areas. The lower part can be made of a simple tabletop, and shelves and drawers are ideal for storing documents and other small items.

Advantages and disadvantages of bunk beds

Double-decker beds are a convenient and common solution for arranging a room when the size of the space does not allow for several sleeping places. The second tier is located at a height of 80-175 cm from the floor level, and a built-in ladder is used to climb to it.

A loft bed with drawers is used to store textiles.

There are models with built-in storage in the form of cabinets, shelves, drawers and drawers, as well as with a missing lower bed, the place of which is replaced by something, such as a desk. The main advantage of this design is the rational use of space if it is limited.

A bunk bed can easily be made with your own hands from available materials.

But there are a number of other advantages:

reliability of the frame, which is capable of withstanding a load on the second floor of 120-150 kg;
Variability of sizes, allowing you to choose the optimal model for people of different heights;
the ability to organize personal space;
a wide range of models, making it possible to choose the design of the required configuration and style;
the ability to sleep on a flat mattress without seams, which are inevitably present on folding models;
multifunctionality, as some models are supplemented with devices such as storage spaces;
cost minimization ensured by the need to purchase only one bed.

This furniture can significantly save space.
The risk of falling from the upper level is often considered a disadvantage, but the design of most models requires the presence of protective sides. Also, due to its height, the bed can significantly block sunlight, and therefore it is best to place it on the side opposite the window.

Today there is a wide range of bunk beds.

Product dimensions

It would be prudent to order the mattress in advance so as not to make mistakes in the calculations, then you can design the bed based on the given parameters. Moreover, the mattress will clearly demonstrate the dimensions of your future bunk bed.

Age category	Dimensions
children	60/70 × 140 cm
teenagers	80/90 × 190 cm 80/90 × 200 cm

The frame includes four vertical posts that are connected to horizontal beams using dowels and wood glue. The headboard and footboards are attached to the panels with screws. The staircase provides a separate

stand, and the gaps should not exceed 250 mm.

The sizes of mattresses in the table are indicated according to GOST, but you can order it in any shape, since most companies make concessions. The markup for such a mattress will be about 10-15% of the amount of the selected model. In this case, the bed must be made to individual sizes.

Stages of creating a bunk bed

First, ask the opinion of the customer, in this case a child. What kind of bed and play area does he want? Visit furniture stores to better understand his desires, trust him to draw the first sketches so that the child also becomes part of the team.
Make a drawing. If you have experience in design, then feel free to implement your design skills, if not, then refer to drawings from the Internet.
After manufacturing, the bed must be treated with a grinding machine or sandpaper, painted or varnished.

A bunk bed is not only a place to sleep, it is a full-fledged corner for a child, where he will spend all his free time. It is in your interests to make your sleeping place not only comfortable, but also useful. Show your imagination when making a bed, add sports equipment, magnetic boards or even a mini maze with obstacles. Create the atmosphere of your child’s favorite cartoon so that his childhood is filled only with bright, joyful moments.

There are two measurement systems:

English (measured in pounds and inches). Used in the USA, Great Britain and a number of other countries.
Metric (cm and meters). Distributed among European and domestic manufacturers.

Bed sizes may vary slightly depending on the country of origin. Therefore, when choosing a bed, first of all, they take into account which furniture factory it was made at, for example, Russian or foreign.

It is important to consider that standard sizes mean the width and length of the mattress laid on the base, not the bed. Below is a general size chart:

Below is a general size chart:

In addition to standard dimensions, we also produce non-standard beds in individual sizes. In particular, by increasing the width and length or changing the shape - semicircular, round, square, oval. In this case, mattresses are made to order.

Standard sizes of Euro beds

According to European parameters, these products are measured by the width and length of the mattress, not the frame. English or French manufacturers measure in inches and feet; this system differs from the usual metric system in centimeters and meters.

IKEA bed sizes

US sizes

The USA also has its own dimensions, different from Russian and Euro standards, which are mainly indicated in inches or feet.

Table comparing common sizes.

How to determine the correct size for your bed

Before you go for the desired model, you need to take measurements of the inside of the bed. Be sure to measure its length and width. Using standard tables you can find the desired design; a deviation of 1 cm is allowed, no more.

Please note that if it's time to buy a new mattress, do not rush to measure the old one. It could become deformed during use. Measure the inside of the bed, so you definitely won’t make a mistake when choosing. If the received sizes cannot be found in the list that match the standard measurements, then it will be possible to make an individual order.

Length

Common models have a length of 200 cm, they are also called universal. If the tallest person in the house is less than 175 cm, then you can purchase a product with a length of 190-195 cm. The standard size of a bed mattress is available in a length of 190-200 cm

Advice: when choosing such a product, add 15 cm to the owner’s height. Get the desired length of the bed.

Width

On a bed where the mattress width is 80-90 cm there is not enough space for a good night's sleep, one-and-a-half models are more spacious. Although it all depends on the size of the person, it will be more convenient on one and a half.

It is important to choose the right mattress according to the size of the bed.

Double designs 140 -160 cm, 180-200 cm are suitable for a married couple with a baby who is used to sleeping with their parents.

Height

The thickness of such a product should preferably be higher than the bed frame. For obese people, the advice is to choose tall models.

The height of the structure depends on the filler:

Spring sizes of mattresses, their standard height is 20-22 cm, there are options from 18 to 32 cm. Elite products reach 50 cm in thickness.
Springless ones reach 16 cm in height
Toppers, products with a height of 2 to 10 cm, they are used as an additional covering. For example, if the sofa is old and sagging, you can lay such a product on top. It can also be laid on folding beds and armchairs. A good option if the surface is very hard, this model will be a good addition.

Thin, 11-15 cm thick, suitable for people weighing no more than 60 kg, convenient because they can be easily rolled up. Especially if frequent moves are expected.
Medium, springless 10-15 cm, with springs 15-30 cm.
Tall, suitable for people weighing more than 170 kg.

The higher the structure, the more layers of filling, the greater the weight resistance. This product will be more wear-resistant. Although the quality of the manufacturer also plays an important role.

Types of beds for teenagers

There are a considerable number of sleeping options for teenage children. Modern teenage beds are presented in a wide range, taking into account a variety of requirements, while embodying original design solutions and practicality. Among them are simple single and one-and-a-half-beds, as well as multifunctional beds, folding and transforming sofas, bunk structures, loft beds and other models.

Classic version

A classic single or one-and-a-half bed for a teenager is suitable for a large room, where a wall and a table can easily fit, and there will also be free space for games or a sports complex. You can add practicality to such a sleeping place by adding drawers for linen, books or personal items. They may differ in size, shape, and method of extension.

White teenage bed photo

Their tree bed for a teenager

Bed for a teenage girl

Folding sofas

Teenage folding sofas, with their versatility in use, have not lost popularity for quite a long time, but on the contrary, their models are constantly being modernized and transformed. This is always a suitable variation for a room with small dimensions, since the folding mechanism creates a spacious sleeping area and easily allows you to free up space during the daytime.

Models of folding sofas differ in design and method of transformation. The modern Eurobook sofa has an improved spring mechanism and provides a comfortable place to relax. “Click-clack” option – allows you to use a piece of furniture in sitting, lying and relaxation mode. The roll-out system turns the bed into a compact sofa for gatherings. A sofa with the “lit” system can be unfolded as the child grows. A corner sofa-dolphin will take up a minimum of space and will be a wonderful decoration for a teenage girl’s room.

Teen sofa photo

Sofa in a teenager's room photo

Double bed

An interesting and practical solution for two teenage children of the same sex can be a bunk bed. Such furniture is additionally equipped with lockers and shelves for clothes or school supplies. Both children's and teenagers' bunk beds have sides, which makes them absolutely safe. In addition, you will benefit not only from saving space, but also money, since two separate beds can cost much more.

Teenage bunk bed

Teenage bed with extra bed

Loft beds

An original and fashionable solution for modern teenage bedrooms is a loft bed. The main advantage of such furniture is functionality. In addition to the fact that there are lockers and a table underneath, such beds are often complemented on one side with elements of sports equipment: a horizontal bar, a rope ladder, wooden rings and a rope. Such a complex will not only save space, but will also fully reflect the adventurous mood of a teenage boy.

Loft bed with wardrobe for teenager

Loft bed built into furniture