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

A small loft single bed loft bunk is a popular choice for kids' rooms, allowing them to make use of the space beneath for studying or playing. This West Elm pick has a elegant Mid-Century design and is available in two finishes.

The instructions are easy and clear. The loft bed is suitable for mattresses that are 9 inches or less. Anything higher could extend beyond the safety guardrails.

Storage

It might be a bit awkward to use a loft bed as a way to make more storage space, but this is a very useful idea. A lofted bed, for instance could be used as a bookcase, which saves floor space. The sides can also be used to create a reading nook, or display shelves. A lofted bed could also be utilized as a workstation which allows children to create an office area for doing homework and other tasks without encroaching on living space in a small space.

Many kids' lofts beds come with a desk area underneath. You can add one to any loft bed, either by building it yourself, or by modifying the space underneath the bed with a few shelves as well as an improvised table. For example this loft bed from Wayfair (shown in white) includes a desk that is tucked into the front of the bunk and a bookshelf that has a ladder which doubles as side rails. The minimalist design of the bunk makes it a good fit for any kid's bedroom and the safety rails that are slatted are suitable for rooms with low ceilings.

Another option is to use a loft bed as a dresser, and this model from Ikea is a hefty amount of storage capacity. It is available in various styles to match different styles of decorating such as contemporary and rustic. The bottom of the loft is home to two drawers. The top opens to reveal more storage space. This model is ideal for those who wish to convert their bedroom into an office, or for kids with lots of toys and books.

If you have a kid who loves reading then you can transform your loft into a library by adding some shelves and a cozy bean bag chair to curl up with a great book. You can create a beautiful arrangement using a small rug, some chairs, a table, and a few baskets or boxes for additional storage.

This loft bed is an excellent option for children who are young however, teens will appreciate the design if they require a place to work or study. This model is much easier to build than other models. It comes with a set of plans that provide steps-by-step directions to cut the parts, assembling the bunk and making the stairs. The plans come with an inventory of the tools and materials you'll require.

Space

The space that is created beneath tiny loft beds can be just as important as the bed itself. This extra space can be used for an office or an area for sitting. It is also an opportunity to make an impressive design statement in a tiny bedroom for adults, a child's room, or even a studio for teenagers.

Loft beds are a great way to give rooms with low ceilings a rustic, chic or industrial vibe. For instance this bed in a studio from Polish interior firm Home and Wood has a minimalist black ladder that leads up to the mattress that is set on a wooden platform. A simple chair and few other pieces of furniture complete the look.

If your ceilings are high enough, you can go even bigger with a full loft bed. Pottery Barn Waverly loft beds, for instance, are available in two sizes and various finishes. They also offer plenty of space underneath the bed to give you an incredibly comfortable bed and plenty of space. Another option to consider is the loft bed with an X shape from DHP, which boasts stairs that are staggered and slide for easy access and safety.

The loft bunk bed has an area at the bottom which can be used as an office or playroom. It comes with a bench seat and storage cubbies, as an stairway that leads to the top bunk bed. This loft bed is perfect for teen bedrooms or kids' rooms. It can be rearranged to meet the needs of your child as they become more mature.

Many loft beds are equipped with shelves for books as part of the design. This is particularly useful for homes with limited space or if you want to keep your books and other knick-knacks off the floor. A cozy reading space with a lamp as well as comfortable seating is a great use of this space, and it's especially useful for a teenager's or adult's room.

A loft bed can also be used as a desk in a dorm. This loft bed with a pull-out desk from Naomi Home includes plenty of space for a laptop and a desktop, as well as shelves that can be used to store books, toys, and other things.

Fun

You can make a loft bed enjoyable for your children. It's not just about storage and space. A small slide under the loft bed is a great option to add some playtime excitement to the room and also an easy and quick climb out of the single top bunk bed bunk. This bed for kids by DONCO has a built-in slide and ladder that's guaranteed to delight any kid, and can be put on later if they decide they want to go the easy way up in the future.

If slides aren't the best option suitable for your child, you can still make their loft bed cool by turning the lower portion into a cozy area with chairs and a rug. The cozy spot can be used for reading, relaxing and playing games or watching TV with friends. It's the ideal way to keep their room tidy while providing a great place to hang out.

If the loft is designed to look like an actual cabin, with windows and an accent roof, kids may feel as if they're inside their own castle. You can make your loft unique appearance by using wallpapers, wall stickers or paints that are reminiscent of a forest, sky or other outdoor elements. Your kids will be thrilled to retreat into their own little cabin for sleepovers or playtime, especially on snowy days when they aren't able to go outside.

You can also add some flair to your home by replacing the ladder with an incline staircase. You can buy one of these spiral stairs or make your own for a small loft bed, as seen in the bedroom design on HGTV. The staircase is designed with a beautiful X-shape on the side and can be added to as your children get older.

Another great idea is to create a loft bunks bed that has a desk and storage underneath for the children to work on their homework or other chores. There are many plans available online for this type of bed. Many of them are simple enough to build yourself. Take this plan by House of Wood as an example. The plans include all the instructions and a list with the materials and cuts required for each part. This loft bed can fit an entire mattress and provides space beneath for an office or seating.

Safety

Kids love bunk and loft beds, but they're without their risks. Thousands of children are injured by bunk and bunkers loft bed beds every year, with injuries ranging from broken bones, cuts and scrapes as well as head and neck injuries. Many of these injuries could be avoided and prevented by implementing the right precautions.

The first step is to make sure the bunk or loft bed is properly positioned in the room. It shouldn't be in direct contact with the wall since this could cause children to become stuck between the wall of the bunk and the top of the mattress. 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 you are putting the bunk double bed loft bed up make sure it is away from things like blinds, curtains, windows and ceiling fans that can obstruct the view of a child or cause her to fall off the side of the bunk. The bunk bed should not be set near anything that could hang from the rails, like toys or cords.

A bunk bed or loft bed must be built with an incredibly solid and sturdy frame. Choose a frame that is constructed of strong materials such as steel or pine. Another option for a safe and comfortable bed is a slatted platform or frame. Bunk and loft beds with a solid slatted platform solid platform doesn't require boxsprings, which are safer for children.

In addition to the frame, look for loft beds that have guardrails on both sides of the top and ladders that can be locked to the bed. Children younger than six years old should not sleep on the top bunk, and you should enforce this rule regularly by reminding them of the dangers. Also an evening lighting placed on the top bunk will aid kids in finding their way back down the dark.

Another crucial safety measure is to use a loft safety net, which attaches to the corners of the top bunk and prevents children from falling off. The nets are available in a variety of colors and sizes to match any bedroom decor. They are also easy to put up.