The Best Bunk Bed Ideas to Dress Up Your Kids' Beds
If your child is ready to transition from cribs to bigger beds for their kids, opt for a style that will help them feel confident. A DIY cactus wall mural from A Beautiful Mess is just the right choice.
Adult bunk bedroom ideas can be equally interesting. Multi-functional components like desks that are integrated into the structure, or trundle bunk beds can maximize space while maintaining an elegant look.
Loft Beds
Bunk beds are the ideal sleeping solution for children's rooms as well as guest bedrooms and primary spaces. They combine two or more beds into one unit, freeing up floor space for play, study or storage. There are a myriad of ways to decorate bunk beds with style. Whether you opt for traditional full-over-full or a twin-overtwin configuration, or a loft bed that has desk, these chic bunk bed designs will help you create an unique sleeping space.
The basic bunk bed is a great choice for the majority of families. It has the standard twin bed on top and a large mattress below with the lower floor free for other furniture like storage or a desk. You can also find bunk beds that have an incline or ladder for easy access to the top bed. Some bunk beds have a slide or a tower to add extra fun.
If you're looking for an innovative bunk bed idea, try a clean-lined wooden platform frame with neutral colors which can be easily updated with patterns or pops of color. You can pair it with matching bedding and accent furniture to create an aesthetically pleasing design. This simple bunk bed from @thejamielynnshow is dressed up for Christmas with a wreath and garland to make it appear fresh and festive. This colorful treehouse loft by @pocketfulofpaint is bright and cheerful in her daughters' bedroom with an ombre rug with rainbows to complement.
For a fun and wacky bunk bed, visit your preferred store for unique castle or playhouse styles that can be customized with curtains, murals, and other adornments. You can also look for a study loft bed that has a desk or work area 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 bunk room built to order will provide plenty of sleeping space and play space for multiple children. Here a mezzanine play balcony has been added above these built-in bunks in this East London home designed by Hunting for George, allowing the kids to stay up high and keeping floor space below clear for dining and play.
Platform Beds
For a sleek, modern style that is perfect for modern homes and industrial apartments, consider bunk beds with a platform. These kinds of bed frames can eliminate the need for boxes springs and instead provide an extremely solid base made of solid wood or slats of wood. This can also make the bunk beds more affordable dependent on the design. However, they might not be suitable for people who sleep heavier and require a firmer mattress base.
Platform beds can be styled in many different ways. Some beds have simple feetboards and headboards that give them a sleek, minimalist look. They work well in any room. Others have built-in storage drawers for added functionality that is particularly beneficial in smaller bedrooms and apartments. Some bunk beds have reading lights built into the bunk and are a great idea in rooms with little natural lighting.
Solid-wood platform beds are an excellent investment. They can last for a long time. Wood is also a sturdy material that is resistant to scratches and scratches and. And if you go with a wooden slat bunk bed it's a good idea to apply a mattress protector to keep it looking neat and free of mildew and mold.
Platform beds are a great option for saving space in smaller spaces like studio apartments and lofts. It allows a large mattress to be placed in a smaller space on the floor, making it easier to move around the space. It can even make a room appear larger by creating more open visual space.
Another benefit of the platform bed is that it can be used with virtually any mattress that includes memory foam, innerspring, and hybrid. You'll need to make sure that the slats aren't too close to prevent the mattress from sagging.
You can easily make the platform bed frame at home if you're on a budget. All you need is a basic wood or metal bed frame and plywood sheets cut to the dimensions of the mattress. Attach the slats using wood glue, a nail gun or screws. If you're concerned that the slats' strength not being enough, you can add a layer of reinforced slats over them to increase support and stability.
Ladder Bunks
Bunk beds are a great option to create extra sleeping space for kids without sacrificing the floor space in smaller spaces. For a bunk bed that's as stylish as it is functional, opt for one that has a ladder instead of a staircase. Ladders take up minimal space on the floor and provide a safe climbing experience for kids of all ages. Choose a ladder with an angle that has hand holes that have been cut out for children to grasp and climb up to the bed.
Ladders are available in various lengths, widths and heights to fit your particular room. Ladders are available in various lengths, widths and heights to suit your particular room including twin-over full, twin-over-twin queen-over-queen and many more.
Some children may initially feel uncomfortable or uncomfortable in a bunk bed, with the mattress's head in front of their ceilings, as they're not used to the feeling of sleeping so close to overhead. For those kids, it might be beneficial to create a room with an incredibly low bunk, so that they can become comfortable with the height of their new bed and avoid any issues.
The design of a bunk bed could also affect the experience of climbing, with stairs adding more steps to the climb and frequently requiring more standing space than a ladder. Stairs can be more difficult to relocate, which can make them less suitable for families that tend to move frequently between homes.
To address these issues With a ladder, bunk beds can offer a more comfortable climb and are an excellent option for older children who are ready to get rid of their toddler-style stairs for something more sleek. This mezzanine-style bunk bed by Katharine Poole has a fun beach theme and features a ladder to allow children to climb up to the top of the bed easily, while also providing a comfortable space for studying, reading or playing.
Storage Bunks
There are a few types of bunk beds that go a step beyond just securing floor space. Beds that have built-in storage can be an attractive feature to children's rooms, as well as giving children a place to stash things like books, toys and other linens. Beds with desks are a great option for kids who want to work and play in the same space. Stair storage is a clever option that combines safety with innovative design to make it easier for children to climb up the bunk, while minimizing the chance of falling.
A simple wood bunk bed works well in the bedroom of a neutral color or you can opt to decorate it with an exciting color, like this green shade that makes the room appear fresh and cozy. This set of bunk beds is suitable for both girls and boys. It features a striped mattress cover and wall art that is a perfect match and a headboard with stripes. If you are building a bunk bed for the shared space, select a dark finish to withstand a lot of washing and use.
Consider adding a mezzanine above the bunk beds to create a fun play area if you have a big space that can accommodate a queen-sized bed. A lofted bedroom has a built in desk, a cool balcony, and a mezzanine reading space. If your space is big enough, you can also test an arrangement of three bunk beds for both kids and adults.
Bunks with stairs can be a great storage solution for small rooms, especially when they have drawers that are the right size to store bedding and other items. Here's a unique, farmhouse-style bunk bed with natural wood trim and ladder that blends an elegant design with plenty of storage to ensure that kids' rooms are tidy and organized.
Making a bunk bed with drawers is a great method to create a modern and sleek bunk bed in any child's room, no matter the design of the bedroom. This minimalist design by an DIY blogger is a great example of how a bunk bed can serve as a focal point while keeping its style in check.