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Bunk beds are great for saving space when children share a room, and in addition, they can give children a more attractive outlook. Some children like to have bunk beds even if they have their own room because they are perfect for overnight stays and full entertainment.

You may have decided to buy a bunk bed, but which is best? This guide contains all the information needed to select a bunk bed, and we also provide some suggested options at the end. Our favorite

It is an attractive hardwood bunk bed with plenty of built-in storage.

The standard bunk bed has a twin-to-twin configuration, which means it has two single beds, one stacked together. Although this is the most common configuration, it is by no means the only configuration. You can also choose twin or double in the queen bed, and in the full option you can choose twin, which means you have a larger single bed or queen bed at the bottom and a single bed at the top People bed. Or, if you want a larger bed at the top and bottom, you can use several "full", "full" and "queen/queen" options. In addition, you might prefer three-person bunk beds, where three of the beds are stacked together. We only found two triple bunk beds.

Wooden bunk beds have a classic look (although there are some wooden bunk beds with a modern look on the market) and are very durable, but they are expensive. If you want a wood look at a lower price, you can find some wood composites and wood finish options.

Metal bunk beds are often reasonably priced and easier to assemble than wooden bunk beds. Unfortunately, metal bunk beds rarely provide a decent built-in storage solution, and they look a bit Spartan.

The bunk bed has two options for access to the top floor: ladder or staircase. If you want to save space, the best choice is a straight ladder instead of an inclined ladder. Stairs will certainly take up the most space, but you will find that some stairs have drawers on the clothes or toy steps. Stairs are also better for younger children who have not yet adapted to climbing ladders (please note that it is not recommended for children under six to sleep in the top bunk). Interestingly, some bunk beds are not only equipped with ladders or stairs, but also equipped with slides, which is amazing.

All bunk beds should have guardrails on at least the top bunk bed to prevent children from falling when they turn over at night. Unless there are children sleeping on the bottom bunk, there is usually no need to install guardrails on the bottom bunk.

Look for bunk beds with built-in storage drawers or shelves, especially if space is limited.

Cheap bunk beds range in price from around US$150 to US$250, while high-end models can cost as much as US$2,000. In other words, even on high-end options, you rarely need to spend more than $800 to $1,000.

The assembly time of a bunk bed is more time consuming than a standard bed frame, although not necessarily difficult. Of course, the difficulties are relative. If you are a DIY expert, you may not find the bunk bed difficult to assemble, but if you don’t know the cross head of a flat-head screwdriver, you may feel at a loss. Building bunk beds is definitely the work of at least two people. However, if you are really unsure, you may need to hire a professional to assemble it for you.

Like most other bed frames, the bunk bed does not have a mattress-you need to buy it separately. The good news is that bunk beds can accommodate standard mattresses (for example, a double bed, double bed or queen-size double bed depending on the frame size), so you can use your existing mattress or buy a new one. However, the mattress you choose should not be too high, as this will reduce the amount of headroom sleep between the bottom bunk bed and the top bunk bed or the top bunk bed and the ceiling.

This kind of bunk bed not only looks great, but also very strong and stable, so you can rest assured that your child will be safe.

It has a single bed and a double bed. The top floor is covered with full-length guardrails. Made of solid wood. Built-in storage space under the stairs and bottom bunks.

Assembly is very time consuming.

This economical metal frame bunk bed gives you the option of splitting it into two separate single beds.

Easily split into two single beds. Leave enough space between the upper and lower bunks so that teenagers can sit on the bed. Several color options. The guardrail is located at the top.

Some people think that assembly is a challenge.

The multifunctional three-layer bunk bed can also be configured as three separate single beds or one bunk bed and one single bed.

Two ladders for easy access to the upper and lower bunks. Sturdy structure. Includes detachable guardrail. Several attractive color options.

People with lower berths may feel cramped.

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