The Best Bunk Bed Ideas to Dress Up Your Kids’ Beds
When your little ones are ready to move from cribs to bigger beds for their kids, opt for a style that makes them feel confident. A cactus-themed mural that you can make yourself from A Beautiful Mess is just the solution.
Bunk bedroom ideas for adults could be as stylish. Multifunctional components like a desk built into the structure or trundle beds beneath the bunks will allow you to maximize space while still maintaining an elegant, modern design.
Loft Beds
Bunk beds are a great sleeping solution for kids rooms as well as guest bedrooms and primary spaces. They blend two or three beds into one unit and free up the floor space for storage, play or even study. There are a myriad of ways to dress bunk beds to make them look stylish. It doesn’t matter if you go for traditional full-over-full, a twin-over-twin configuration or a loft bed that has a desk, these stylish bunk bed ideas can help you create an exclusive sleeping area.
The basic bunk bed is a great option for most families. It has a standard twin on top and a large mattress below and leaves the lower bed free for other furniture like a desk or storage. There are also bunk beds that have stairs or ladders for easy access to the top bed. Some bunk bed designs include the option of a slide or a tower for more enjoyment.
If you’re looking for an innovative bunk bed idea, try an elegant wooden platform frame that has neutral finishes which can be easily modernized with pops of color or pattern. Pair it with coordinating bedding and furniture for an overall design. This basic bunk bed from @thejamielynnshow can be dressed up for Christmas with a wreath and garland to make it feel festive and fresh. The bright treehouse loft designed by @pocketfulofpaint is bright and cheerful in her daughter’s bedroom with a rainbow-colored ombre rug.
For a fun and whimsical bunk bed, turn to your favorite store for unique castle or playhouse designs that can be customized with curtains, murals and other accessories. You can also shop for an office loft bed with work space or desk beneath, which is ideal for teens or adults who wish to transform their bedroom into a functional workspace.
If you have plenty of floor space, a custom-built bunk room can provide plenty of sleeping space and play space for several children. This mezzanine play area is situated above the built-in bunks in this East London home designed by Hunting for George, allowing the kids to be elevated and leaving the floor space for play and dining.
Platform Beds
For a modern, minimalist style that is perfect for modern homes and industrial spaces, consider bunk beds with a platform. These kinds of bed frames do away with the requirement for a box spring and instead provide an extremely solid base made of either solid wood or slats of wood. Based on the design, this can also make these bunks more affordable. However, they might not be ideal for heavier sleepers who need a more solid mattress base.
Platform beds are easy to style in a variety of ways. Some beds feature simple feetboards and headboards, giving them a sleek, minimalist design. They are suitable for any room. Others come with built-in storage drawers for added functionality that is particularly beneficial in small bedrooms and apartment apartments. And some have sconces built in to each bunk for reading light which is a great idea for bedrooms where the natural light isn’t abundant.
Solid-wood platform beds are an excellent investment. They’ll last for a long time. Wood is a strong and tough material. If you decide to go with a wooden slat bunk, it’s a good idea to use a mattress protector to keep it clean and free from mold and mildew.
Platform beds are an excellent option to save space in smaller spaces such as studio apartments and lofts. It allows for a larger mattress to be placed in a smaller space on the floor, which makes it easier to move around the room. And it can even make a room feel bigger by creating a more spacious visual space.
Another benefit of the platform bed is that it can work with nearly any mattress that includes memory foam, innerspring and hybrid. But, you must make sure the slats aren’t too close together to prevent the mattress from sagging as time passes.
You can easily make an adjustable platform bed frame at home if you’re on a budget. You will need a basic wood or metal bed frame, as well as plywood sheets cut according to the size of your mattress. Attach the slats to the frame using wood glue or a nail gun, or screws. If you are worried that the slats might not be sturdy enough, you can add reinforcement slats on top. This will increase the support and stability.
Ladder Bunks
Bunk beds are a great option to create extra sleeping space for kids without having to sacrifice floor space in smaller rooms. For a bunk bed that’s as stylish as it is functional, opt for one with a ladder rather than an elevator. Ladders are a minimal space on the floor and provide a safe climbing experience for kids of all ages. Choose an angled ladder that includes hand holes for children to grasp and climb up to bed.
A bunk with a ladder is ideal for rearranging the room’s layout in the near future, since the option of moving the ladder up or away from the footboard or end of the bed provides maximum flexibility. Ladders come in different lengths, widths, and heights based on the size of the room.
Some children might initially feel uncomfortable or uncomfortable in a bunk bed, with the top of their mattress up against their ceiling as they’re naive to the experience of sleeping so close to the ceiling. For children like this, it may be beneficial to set up in a room that has a low bunk so they have a chance to adjust to the size of their bed and avoid any potential issues.
The design of a bunk bed can also affect the experience of climbing by adding steps to the climb, and usually requiring more standing space than a ladder. Stairs are also more difficult to move, which can make them less ideal for families that tend to move between homes frequently.
To address these concerns, bunks with a ladder can offer a more comfortable climb and are an excellent option for older children who are ready to ditch their toddler-style stairs for something a little more streamlined. This mezzanine-style bunk bed by Katharine Poole features a fun beach theme and features a ladder to allow children to climb up to the top of the bed easily while also creating an inviting space to read, study or playing.
Storage Bunks
There are several kinds of bunk beds that go a step above simply securing space on the floor. Beds with built-in storage add an extra practical element to kids’ rooms, and also give children a place to store items like books, toys and other linens. Beds with desks are a perfect option for kids who want to work and play together in the same space. Storage on the stairs is another smart choice, combining safety with innovative design to allow children to get to the top childrens bunk bed while minimizing the danger of falling.
A simple wood bunk bed is a great option for an uncluttered bedroom or you could opt to decorate it with a fun color, like this green hue that makes the room feel fresh and warm. A striped mattress cover and wall art that matches adds even more color to the space, making this bunk set fit for either a girl or a boy. If you’re building a bunk set for an area that is shared by children choose dark-colored finishes that can stand up to regular washing and use.
If you have a larger space that can accommodate a queen-sized bed you could consider adding a mezzanine level above the bunks to create an epic play area. A lofted bedroom features a built in desk, a cool balcony, and a mezzanine reading space. If your space is big enough, you could test a triple bunk arrangement for kids and adults alike.
Bunks with stairs can double as a handy storage solution for bedrooms with small spaces particularly when you design each stairway with drawers that are the ideal size to store bedding and other items. This unique farmhouse bunk with a natural wood ladder and trim combines a classic look with plenty of storage space for kids to keep their space tidy and organized.
Making the bunk bed with drawers is an excellent option to create a modern and sleek bunk arrangement in any child’s room, regardless of the design of the bedroom. This minimalist design from an DIY blogger is a great illustration of how a bunk bed can serve as a focal point while keeping its design in control.