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Seven of the Best Kids Bunkbeds to Last From Toddler to Teen Years

Bunk beds are the ultimate space-savers that offer efficient sleeping and play. They're also a big hit with kids who can't be bored of sliding down the slide or sending their favorite stuffed animals flying through the air.

This wood bunk bed is available in a variety of colors. Select white to create a cottage or coastal style, or clay and gray to create a flexible, contemporary space. It also has angled ladders, which take up less space than straight ones.

Max & Lily Low bunk bed with slide

This twin over twin low bunk bed with slide offers the perfect mix of practical and fun that kids (and parents) enjoy. It's made of solid knot-free wood that is durable. The non-toxic, low VOC neutral color enhances a clean and healthy indoor space, and the bed sits only 50 inches off the ground, making it suitable for smaller areas and safer for smaller children. The top bunk comes with a 14-inch high guardrail to provide safety, and sturdy plywood slats which ensure that each sleeping surface is able to support up to 400 pounds of weight.

This stacked bunkbed has a ladder that can be affixed to the frame at the end, maximizing the space in smaller rooms. The angled ladder, with its smooth edges is easy to climb and is comfortable. The 100% cotton play curtain, with a variety of colors, provides the perfect space for imaginative playing. Bunk bed assembly is a breeze with the comprehensive instruction manual as well as all the hardware included.

With the super-fun slide that is deluxe it's the perfect kids bunk bed for sleepovers and play dates! The lower platform on top helps to stabilize and center children before sliding. The curved slide surface provides a smooth ride with a soft landing. Bunk Beds Store comes with handles and cutouts for extra security. The stacked-bunk design sleeps two comfortably, and the bottom bunk is spacious enough for cuddling or reading.

This low loft that has slide and play curtain is a great option for smaller rooms, and allows the floor space to accommodate more activities and toys. The angled staircase included can be set up on the right or left side of the bed, based on the layout of your room. Slatted headboards, footboards, as well as flush-matched hardware complete the modern design. Solid plywood slats provide support for each sleeping surface and can support up to 400 pounds of weight. Metal-on-metal bolt connections ensure each bunk is structurally sound. Instructions, upper and lower slat rolls as well as all necessary hardware are included; 2 adults recommended for assembly.

Our unique collection of bunk beds can help you reclaim your child's room. No matter if you opt for a low bunk that has stairs with built-in drawers or a high trundle bed that has side cubbies, these spacious children's beds make it easy and easy to organize and store their belongings. Additionally, many of our bunk beds that have trundles feature an under-bed pullout twin bed that's perfect for sleepovers. The tuck-away underbed pullout bed is a breeze to use for kids and doesn't require a complicated setup or pullout mechanisms. Sleepovers have never been so enjoyable!

Crate & Kids Babyletto TipToe White & Washed Natural Wood Kids Bunk Bed

Bunk beds can make bedrooms exciting, fun and cool, whether for siblings sharing a room or one kid inviting friends to a sleepover. The most significant benefit of bunk beds is that they are space-saving. A standard bunk bed can double (or triple) the amount of sleeping space in a room, while taking up the same amount of floor space a twin or full-sized bed.

Some bunk beds are stacked twin-over-twin and others are set up more imaginatively. Some, for instance, have an escalator that leads to the bed above, while others are designed as an L-shaped bed with two beds close to one another. This lets kids sleep in pairs, but provides plenty of open space for books, toys and other items which is ideal for smaller rooms.

This wood bunk bed is a great alternative to traditional metal bunk beds. It's elegant and robust, a combination that will last for a long time. The clean lines, curving edges and contrasting natural wood finish provide contemporary appeal while also making the space feel more spacious. The ladder can be placed on either side of bed to meet your needs.

Another advantage of this bunk bed is that it is GREENGUARD GOLD Certified1 for a low level of emissions of chemicals into the air that creates a healthier environment to sleep and play. Parents will appreciate the fact that this bed is made of only spruce, plywood, and medium-density fiberboard. They are all made of Greenguard Gold-certified, compliant TSCA materials.

Katie Siegel, the lead designer at Rumor Designs, says that when choosing a bunk bed for children take into consideration the size of the room. You should ensure that the dimensions of the bed correspond to the dimensions of your room otherwise they could appear too big and unbalanced. You'll also want to check whether your ceilings are tall enough for a lofted mattress.

Also, think about how your children will get up and down their bunks. Some models come with a standard ladder, while others provide an optional stairs with deep steps that allow kids to climb up and down safely. This is especially important if you are planning to let older children use the top bunk on their own.

There are a variety of bunk beds that can sleep three people, which is ideal for large families or for those who host sleepovers frequently. This three-person Harriet Bee bunk bed is an excellent choice for smaller rooms. It's also affordable. The bunk bed can be divided into two separate beds if that your children don't need the extra sleeping space.

Room & Board Tanker Twin Over Twin Bunk Bed

A common feature of camps and shared childhood bedrooms alike bunk beds are effective space-saving devices and can feel exciting to children. It can be difficult to choose the best bunk bed for your family, particularly given the number of options, and the cost and dimensions. I asked parents including one who wrote the book on bunkbeds, to help me find seven of the best bunkbeds for kids that last into the teens.

All twin-overtwin options on this list are safe and conform to CPSC standards and voluntary ASTM standards. Most of the options come with a guardrail on the bottom of the bunk, and some even come with trundle pullouts which can be used to create one bed. Some have fixed ladders which are more secure than stairs, but take up more space. Others come with ladders that are angled and can be placed on the long side or the short side of the bunk.

The majority of bunks have simple, functional designs that don't appear "baby" and can be used in a variety of styles ranging from farmhouse to modern. The majority of bunk beds are Greenguard Gold certified. This means they release low levels of chemicals, meaning you can sleep easy knowing that your children are safe space.