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A Small Loft Bed Makes a Great Choice For Kids' Rooms

A small loft bed is a favorite choice for kids' rooms which allows them to use the space beneath to play or study. This West Elm choice has a sleek Mid-Century style and comes in two finishes.

The instructions are easy and clear. The loft bed is suitable for mattresses 9 inches and less. Anything higher can exceed the safety railings.

Storage

It might seem unaffordable to make use of a heavy duty loft beds For adults bed to create more storage space, but this can be incredibly useful. A lofted bed, as an example can be used as a bookcase, saving floor space. The sides can be used to create a reading area or display shelves. A lofted mattress can be used as a workstation for a child and lets them complete their homework and other tasks in a tiny space without consuming valuable living space.

A lot of loft beds for kids have a desk space underneath, but you can also add one to any regular loft bed by constructing it yourself or by modifying the space beneath the bed with some auxiliary shelving and a built-in desk. For instance, this loft bed from Wayfair (shown in white) has a desk built into the bunk's front and a bookshelf that has an incline which doubles as rails on the sides. The bunk's simple design makes it perfect for any kid's bedroom and the rails with slats make it perfect for rooms with low loft bunk beds ceilings.

Another option is to use the loft bed as a dresser, and this model from Ikea is a hefty amount of storage space. The childrens loft bunk beds bed comes in a variety of finishes to fit different styles of decor, including modern and rustic. The bottom of the loft has two drawers while the top opens up to reveal more storage space. This design is perfect for adults who want to convert their bedroom an office, or for children with a lot of books and toys.

If you have a little one who is a reader, you could turn your loft into a little library by adding shelves and a cozy bean bag chair for curling in with a good book. You can create a cute composition with a little rug, a chair as well as a table and a few boxes or baskets for additional storage.

This loft bed is a fantastic choice for young children, but teens can also appreciate the design if they require a place to work or study. This model is easier to construct than other models. It comes with set plans that include step-by-step pictures and instructions to cut the parts as well as assembling the bunk and building the stairs. It also comes with the list of tools and materials you'll need to get started.

Space

The space created beneath small loft beds can be just as important as the bed itself. This extra room can be used for storage as well as a desk or even a comfortable sitting area. This is an excellent option to create a unique design element to a tiny bedroom for adults, a child’s room, or even a studio.

A loft bed can be the perfect way to add a touch of rustic chic or an industrial feel to rooms with low ceilings. This bed, which is part of the Polish interior firm Home and Wood, has a simple ladder that leads to a mattress on an wooden platform. A simple chair and few accent pieces complete the appearance.

If your ceilings are high enough, a loft-style bed could be even larger. Pottery Barn Waverly loft beds, for instance, come in two sizes with various finishes. They also offer plenty of space underneath the bed, which gives you the most comfortable bed as well as more space. Another option that is great is this X-shaped bunk bed by DHP which comes with the slide and steps that are staggered for easy access and maximum safety.

The loft bed comes with an area at the bottom which can be used as an area for study or play. It has a bench seat and storage cubbies, as well being a stairway leading to the top bunk bed. This loft bed is perfect for teen bedrooms or kids' rooms. It can be reconfigured to fit your child's needs as they develop.

Many loft beds have built-in bookshelves as a part of the design. This is particularly useful for homes with a limited space or to keep books and other items off the floor. Creating a cozy reading nook with a lamp as well as comfortable seating is a great way to use this space, and it's particularly useful for a teen or adult's room.

A loft bed can even be used as a workstation in a dorm. This loft bed with an open desk from Naomi Home includes plenty of space for a laptop and a desk, as well as shelves on either side for storing books toys, books, and other items.

Fun

It is possible to make a loft bed a fun place for your children. It's not just about storage and space. A small slide underneath the loft bed is a fantastic way to bring some playtime action to their bedroom and also an easy and quick climb out of the top bunk. This DONCO kids' bed comes with an inbuilt slide and ladder, which is sure to delight any child. It is possible to add it later if the child decides to go the easy way up.

If slides aren't the best fit for your child but you can still add a unique aspect to your loft bed by transforming the lower level into a cozy hangout area with a few chairs and a rug. The cozy area can be used to read or relax, play games, or watch TV with friends. It's a great way to keep the room clean and offer a nice space to relax.

When their loft is designed to resemble a cabin, complete with windows and an accent on the roof, children can feel like they're in their own castle. You can make your loft unique appearance by using wallpapers and wall stickers, or paints that look like a sky, forest or other outdoor elements. Your children will enjoy playing and sleeping in their cabin, especially in the winter months when it is snowy.

For a little extra design, you could swap out a regular ladder to a more exciting spiral staircase. You can buy one of these spiral staircases or build your own to fit into the loft space as shown in this bedroom design on HGTV. The staircase is designed with a beautiful X-shape on the side and can be added to as your kids develop.

Another idea that is cool is to build a loft bed with desk and storage beneath for your kids to do their homework or other projects. There are many plans on the internet for this type of bed. Many of them are simple enough to build yourself. Take this design from House of Wood as an example. The plans include all instructions as well as a list of the required materials and cuts for each component. The loft bed is big enough to fit a full size loft bunk bed-size bed, and it has room underneath for seating, a desk or a seat.

Safety

Kids love loft and bunk beds, but they aren't free of dangers. Children are often injured by bunk and loft beds every year, with injuries ranging from fractured bones, cuts and scrapes and head and neck injuries. Luckily, most of these injuries are preventable and easily avoided with the right precautions in place.

The first step is to make sure that the bunk bed or loft bed is correctly placed in the room. It should not be placed against the wall, which can cause children to become wedged between the wall and the top of the bunk bed loft bed. Instead, you should leave a space of at minimum 3.5 inches between the bottom edge of the guard rail and the top of the mattress foundation.

When positioning the bunk, make sure it's away from curtains, blinds and windows that may interfere with a child's vision or cause them to fall off. The bunk bed should not be positioned close to anything that hangs from the rails, like toys or cords.

A sturdy, solid frame is essential for any loft or bunk bed. Choose a frame that is made of durable materials such as metal or pine. A slatted frame or platform is another option that could be safe and comfortable for your children. Bunk and loft beds with an solid platform or slats don't require a box spring and are safer for toddlers.

In addition to the frame, search for loft beds that have guardrails on both sides of the top level, as well as an incline that can be locked into place. Children younger than six years old should not sleep on the top bunk and you should adhere to this rule by frequently reminding them of the dangers. A night light placed on the top bunk may help kids find their own way down in the dark.

Another important safety precaution is to use a loft safety net, which attaches to the corners of the top bunk and keeps children from falling off. The nets are available in a wide range of sizes and colors that will match any decor in the bedroom, and they are easy to put up.