How to choose the right bunk bed for a child

Bunk beds are in great demand. They are bought not only by happy parents of two small children, but also by people who have one child.

A bright and functional two-story bed is an excellent solution for a child’s room.

If you want to properly organize the free space in your children's room, pay attention to a two-level bed. It can combine a sleeping place, a sofa for relaxing, a closet with a chest of drawers for things and toys, a workplace for lessons, slides, and ropes.

A bunk bed is not only practical, but also fun for children!

By installing such a furniture element, there will be no need to buy furniture for the children's room. Let's take a closer look at the main advantages of such products.

Stylish two-level bed with built-in drawers for little princesses.

These include:

high quality;
stylish and original appearance;
interesting design solutions;
compactness and ergonomics;
practicality and rationality of use.

If your family has two children, by purchasing stylish furniture you will save free space in the room. This crib will fit perfectly into any interior of the room and will become its main decoration.

A children's bed for two boys in a fashionable marine style.

Depending on the chosen model, it can turn into a mysterious pirate ship, a strong castle, or a double-decker bus. With such a purchase you will create space for games and allow children to develop their imagination.

A bunk bed-bus is every boy's dream!

But such furniture also has disadvantages. The main ones include:

injury hazard;
inconvenient staircase design;
heavy weight.

As for the risk of injury, there is a considerable chance that due to inattention, the baby may simply fall from the second floor. Modern models have sides and a safety system, but sometimes unpleasant incidents still occur. If there are two children in your family, it is quite possible that they will conflict over the top floor.

2 in 1: a stylish crib and a place for fun games!

But despite the presence of shortcomings, this furniture is very in demand and popular.

Types of bunk beds

Modern manufacturers offer a huge range of furniture. Two-story cribs are considered bright, interesting and original. They are made in various styles, colors, and from various materials. When choosing an option for preschool boys, you should pay attention to beds in the form of buses, ships, cars, trains. And furniture manufacturers offer princess castles and doll houses to young beauties. All children's furniture is designed in rich and beautiful colors. Among the large assortment, even the most demanding and picky buyer will definitely choose the most suitable option for himself.

A bed-house for fun games and sweet dreams!

By type, children's 2-tier beds are divided into the following categories:

classic;
with one berth;
model with workplace;
bunk bed for three.

A 2-tier bed for four children will increase the space for games and activities in the children's room.

In the product catalog, the buyer will be able to choose children's furniture according to his criteria.

How to choose the right materials?

When choosing any items for children, give preference to proven and well-established brands. The bed must be durable, reliable, safe and made from non-toxic and environmentally friendly materials. In its production, materials must be used that will not cause allergic reactions and irritations on the body.

As for manufacturing materials, they can be:

metal;
wooden;
made of MDF, chipboard, chipboard.

Metal models are not so popular. They are simpler products and are highly expensive, as they are durable and practical. But simple designs limit their popularity.

Metal bunk beds are particularly durable and have a laconic design.

Wooden models boast a rich design. This material is easy and simple to work with. Wood has a lot of positive qualities. It is natural and safe.

A wooden bunk bed will fit perfectly into the interior of any nursery.

As a rule, beds are made primarily from wood species such as pine or oak. But such furniture requires special attention. The tree does not tolerate sudden changes in temperature and high humidity in the room. This should definitely be taken into account when purchasing.

Durable and environmentally friendly bed made of natural wood.

Models made from MDF, chipboard and chipboard are low in cost. The designers showed their imagination and presented customers with the richest assortment of cribs of various shapes and designs. Most of the products on the market are of high quality and reliable. In the production of such products, safe paints and reliable materials are used.

Material

Most models are made of wood or iron. It is preferable to choose wooden beds because they are considered environmentally friendly. Most often, pine, beech or other varieties of hardwood are used in production. Beech is chosen because of its strength, and therefore its unlimited service life. Pine attracts with its amazing smell, which can disinfect the air, inexpensive price and durability.

stylish wooden bed

iron model

Iron beds are very strong, reliable and durable. They are designed for older people: school graduates and students. Younger children prefer warm wood that feels good to touch rather than cold metal. If wooden beds require constant care, then iron furniture can simply be wiped with a damp cloth. The absence of decorative elements and simplicity of design are also preferable for older children. Therefore, it is important to develop imagination in children and primary schoolchildren. And the presence of various elements in a wooden structure allows the imagination to develop.

What should you pay attention to when choosing?

When choosing a bed, you should pay attention to the following characteristics:

functionality;
aesthetics;
practicality and reliability;
ease of use.

As for functionality, it can be supplemented with drawers, cabinets, slides, and work stations. If you decide to take a bed for one child, there are models with one sleeping place, which can be located below or above.

Comfortable and practical bed with shelves and a computer desk.

Such a piece of furniture will have a built-in wardrobe for outerwear, a work area for studying, and cabinets for bedding or toys.

Bright bunk bed with wardrobe and shelves.

There are models designed for physical exercise. Wall bars, horizontal bars, ropes, and slides can be installed here. Such models are not only useful, but also unusually bright and interesting. Children will be delighted with such furniture.

There are cribs that do not quite fit into the general classification. These can be roll-out, pull-out, transformable beds, corner models, loft beds.

Children's 2-tier bed in the style of a dollhouse.

There are many types of beds. All of them are bright, functional, easy to use. You should choose one or another option depending on the age of the baby, his preferences, the overall interior of the room, and your financial capabilities. But it is worth noting that the price of Funky Kids children's bunk beds is quite affordable for buyers.

Comfortable and practical bed for children from the Funky Kids brand.

Very comfortable and reliable beds with a roll-out mechanism. Unlike the standard version, they are distinguished by their low design. When folded, this model can be used as a regular sofa. The advantages of roll-out models include their low height and, therefore, the absence of dangerous stairs.

Children's bed and functional workspace.

Funky kidz beds with a sofa underneath are considered a good option. It can be used for one child or two. Upstairs there is a cozy and comfortable bed, and downstairs there is a folding sofa. You can spend time with friends on it, sleep or just play. This model is suitable for small children and teenagers.

Funky Kids bed for two children.

When choosing, be sure to check the dimensions, height, material of production, the presence of sides, and the absence of sharp corners. In general, you need to choose furniture for your child carefully and carefully.

Safety

The safety requirements for bunk beds are very high. It is necessary to have strong sides, the main function of which is to protect against falls from a height. This role can be played by railings or solid sides. Their height should be at least 30 cm. Initially there are not very many fences in iron beds, while in wooden beds it is possible to make them almost everywhere and fit harmoniously into the overall appearance of the entire product.

Iron beds are made from hollow tubes, which are not very different in overall weight from their wooden counterparts. Also, fungi, mold and other microorganisms do not affect metal, but can undermine wood. In turn, rust can be an unpleasant surprise. Therefore, iron bunk beds are made of stainless material, and wooden ones are coated with special protective compounds.

When choosing complex structures, it is important to pay attention to the ease of use. Children should move freely within the bed and climb to the second tier easily, and most importantly safely. The best choice would be a staircase made from several boxes located at an angle. Typically these are three modules, which are located at a slight angle to the floor, and are used as storage space. The variety of models produced by the modern furniture industry allows you to choose a model that ideally matches the child’s requirements, desires and needs. Shelves for books, a desk, and a closet for things can make up the lower tier, and the sleeping place in this design will be located at the top. Some models also have a folding sofa underneath, which can serve as a sleeping place for a second older child.

Dimensions of 2-tier beds

As for the sizes of double beds for Funky Kids children, they can vary in different parameters. The standard size is about 2 meters. But the width of the bed can be up to 1 meter. It is quite difficult to definitely say which size you need to buy. Pay attention to ensuring that the little ones sleep and play comfortably, so that the bed matches the interior and does not clutter the room.

For older children, a strict and laconic version of a bunk bed is ideal.

For rooms with a large area, you can opt for spacious and fairly large products. And for small bedrooms, choose compact models that will not take up much free space.

Main selection criteria: design requirements

Some parents categorically refuse bunk beds, considering them unsafe. But you just need to choose the right design, and the safety issue can be considered resolved. The basic requirements for a bunk bed are:

The staircase leading to the second tier should be inclined. Vertical stairs are indeed considered unsafe.
The steps should be wide and non-slippery. The most dangerous are made from a metal pipe, and the least dangerous are from chipboard, made on the principle of a monolith with a wide area for the foot.
The handrails are also important - the child should grasp them freely and without effort.
The second “floor” should be fenced with reliable high sides of a smooth shape - at least 20 cm high. It is better if they occupy almost the entire length of the berth.

The entire structure must be reliable and durable so that it can withstand not only the weight of sleeping children along with mattresses and blankets, but also the active games that will certainly be played in such a magnificent “shelter.”
In no case should the bed wobble - the reliability of fastening of each and every structural element is important.
The length and width of the bed should be “growth-appropriate” - even if your child has just turned six, buy a bed that can accommodate a teenager - this will save you from having to look for new furniture in the next few years.

The height also matters - both of the entire bed and of each tier. The child sitting at the top should not touch the ceiling, just as the child sitting below should not touch the top “shelf”.
All elements of fittings and finishing must be safe - without sharp edges, unscrewing parts, and so on.
Each sleeping place must have a solid bottom.
Orthopedic mattresses are desirable, with natural fillings and coverings made of hypoallergenic fabrics (cotton or linen).

Bunk bed in the shape of a bus

Important. Be sure to keep in mind that the design of a bunk bed is quite bulky. In practice, this means that you won’t be able to move it from place to place, so choose the right place to install the bed.

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What style are bunk beds appropriate for?

The main feature of two-story structures is their compactness and ergonomics. Funky Kidz bunk beds are purchased for small spaces. They are appropriate in any style. Suitable for classic and modern options. If furniture is chosen for a teenager, then you can opt for Provence, hi-tech or minimalism models. And for little children, beds can be designed in bright colors, presenting a whole fireworks display of unusual solutions.

Option of a two-level bed for children of primary school age.

As for the classic options, models made of natural wood or metal would be more appropriate here. For Provence style, choose massive products with large legs and rough shapes. Also, such models will fit into the ethno style and “eco”. Such products can be equipped with ropes, cords, and a wall bars.

The white 2-tier bed is suitable for both boys and girls and will fit perfectly into any interior style.

Flashy and catchy models are suitable for trendy interiors. Their front surfaces can depict cars, buses, fairy-tale houses. The baby will definitely be delighted with such a sleeping place. Abstract drawings, smoothed lines, original bed shapes will give the child’s room an interesting look.

Features of bunk beds and their use in the interior

The main feature of such products is their size. Models are in demand when families live in rather cramped apartments and there is no room to install two beds. The variety of modern shapes, bright colors, functionality and practicality of such designs contribute to the fact that they are installed even in spacious children's rooms. You need to purchase furniture depending on your requirements and its functionality. If you want to organize a workspace, relaxation and sleep area in your child’s room, buy a compact model that includes all these elements.

A bed for two children with convenient drawers saves space.

If your main task is to organize free space for a preschooler, choose products with wall bars, ropes, slides and other devices where he can actively and profitably spend his leisure time.

A good example of a two-level bed for children of different sexes.

When choosing a bunk bed, be sure to check it not only for obvious defects, but also for the quality of materials, strength, and safety. Pay attention to the stairs, they should be comfortable. If you have chosen a retractable model, then you should consider the type of flooring - will it interfere with the retractable mechanism?

Pitfalls when choosing a bunk bed

So, you have already made your decision, but now you don’t know how to choose a bunk bed.

Remember, the main requirement for this kind of bed is strength. Furniture must be stable and completely prevent swaying. If you neglect these moments, then one day it may turn out that the bed has collapsed and God forbid that there are no children in it at that moment.

Legs

Let's focus specifically on the supports. The first thing you need to say is don’t be tempted by beautiful curly legs. Better the bed will not be so beautiful, but you will have peace of mind for your children. We urge you to take an ordinary bed with strong, thick legs. It’s not difficult to check the strength of the bed right in the store - to do this you just need to subject it to a load. Moreover, it is not a child who should climb on it, but an adult. This way we will see whether the bed can withstand a heavy load - if it can withstand you, then even more so the child.

Sides

Now it’s worth considering the height of the side on the top tier. They perform a safety function so that the child does not fall off during sleep. According to the standards, the recommended height of the side should not be lower than 30 cm.

It is also worth considering the inter-tier distance - the best option would be a height at which even an adult would be comfortable sitting on the lower tier. However, you should not overuse it, because it can negatively affect the “lucky one” who will live on the top floor.

If the ceilings are low, then you need to look for a balance between the height of the second floor and the distance from the bed to the ceiling. Moreover, it is also worth considering such a moment as dressing and getting out of bed. All this should be done simply and effortlessly.

Innovative design

When choosing Funky Kids beds, you must take into account the age, gender and hobbies of the children. For boys, colors don’t matter much; what matters to them is the complexity and height of the structures. But girls may have disagreements when choosing a bed for their room. They love graceful and smooth lines. They like soft tones.

Funky Kids bunk bed for girls.

Products attract consumers with favorable and affordable prices, high quality, beautiful appearance, and ideal design solutions. They can provide for everything down to the smallest detail. Additional drawers can be used to store textiles and children's toys. The presence of shelves allows children to arrange their favorite toys and books.

Comfortable, durable and safe Funky Kids bunk bed.

Whatever option you choose, when buying a bunk bed for children, give preference to proven brands and reliable materials.

The right approach to choosing a children's bunk bed will help organize the free space in the kids' room. With a bunk bed you can create a favorable atmosphere of warmth and comfort, and organize an exciting place for games. This is not all the possibilities of modern children's furniture. In any case, Funky Kids children's bunk beds are worth paying attention to when arranging your child's room. In the product catalog you will find the model of children's bunk bed that your child will be delighted with. All products are provided with a quality certificate and warranty card.

Stylish and functional two-level bed for a child's room from Funky Kids.

Make your little children's rooms interesting, useful and bright. Give your kids comfort and coziness. With the Funky Kids bunk bed you can make your children's room practical and functional.