The Best Bunk Bed Ideas to Dress Up Your Kids' Beds

When your little one is ready to move from cribs to big kid beds, choose a style that allows them to feel confident. A DIY cactus mural from A Beautiful Mess is just the solution.

Ideas for adult bunk bedrooms can be equally cool. Multi-functional components like desks that are integrated into the structure, or trundle bed under the bunks can make the most of space and keep the modern style.

Loft Beds

Bunk beds are the ideal solution for bedrooms, whether they are for children's rooms, bedrooms for primary use or guest rooms. They can combine two or more beds in one unit, which frees up floor space for play, study or storage. There are a myriad of ways to style bunk beds. These chic bunk bed ideas can help you create an original sleeping nook, no matter if you select a full-overfull layout or a twin over twin configuration, or a loft with a desk.

The basic design of bunk beds is a great choice for most families. It includes a standard twin on top, and a full mattress below and leaves the lower bed free for other furniture like a desk or storage. There are bunk beds with a ladder or staircase to make it easy to get to the top bed. Some bunk bed designs have a slide or tower for additional excitement.

If you're looking for a contemporary bunk bed, consider an elegant wooden platform frame with neutral colors that can easily be modernized with the addition of patterns or colors. You can pair it with matching bedding and furniture for a cohesive look. This basic bunk bed from @thejamielynnshow has been dressed up for Christmas by adding a wreath and garland to make it look fresh and festive. This bright treehouse loft by @pocketfulofpaint is bright and cheerful in her daughters' bedroom with an ombre rug in rainbows to match.

Shop at your favorite store to find a castle style bunk bed that can be customized with curtains, murals, and other accessories. You can also look for an office loft bed that has work space or desk beneath, which is great for adults or teens who want to turn their bedroom into a functional workspace.

If you have plenty of floor space, a custom-built bunk room will provide plenty of sleeping and play space for several children. A mezzanine balcony has been built above these built-in beds in this East London house designed by Hunting For George. This allows children to be up high while still having plenty of space for dining and playing.

Platform Beds

Think about bunk beds with platforms to create contemporary minimalist designs that are perfect for industrial apartments and contemporary homes. These bed frames do not require a box spring but instead, they have a solid base constructed of solid wood or wooden slats. Based on the design, this could also make these bunks more affordable. However, they might not be the best choice for people who sleep heavier and require a more solid mattress base.

Platform beds can be styled in many different ways. Some have simple headboards and footboards to create a sleek, minimal look that can be incorporated into any room. Others come with built-in storage drawers for added functionality that's particularly useful in small bedrooms and apartment apartments. Some bunk beds feature reading lights built into the bunk this is ideal for rooms with a limited amount of natural lighting.

Solid-wood platform beds are an excellent investment. They can last for a long time. Wood is also a durable material that can resist scratches and scratches and. If you choose a wooden slatbed bed and mattress cover, it will help keep it clean and free of mildew and mold.

Since the platform bed doesn't come with a box spring, it's also a great space-saving option for smaller spaces like lofts and studio apartments. It allows the full size mattress to be used up in less area on the floor, making it easier to move around the room. It can also make a room appear larger by creating a more spacious visual space.

Another advantage of the platform bed is that it can be used with almost any type of mattress that includes memory foam, innerspring, and hybrid. You'll need to ensure that the slats aren't too close to each other to avoid the mattress from sagging.

You can easily build a platform bed frame yourself at home if you're on a budget. All you need is an uncomplicated metal or wood bed frame and plywood sheets cut to the dimensions of the mattress. Join the slats with wood glue or a nail gun, or screws. If you're worried about the slats' strength not being enough, put the reinforced slats over them to increase support and stability.

Ladder Bunks

Bunk beds are excellent options for adding extra sleeping space to an area that isn't big enough to sacrifice the floor space. Pick a bunk bed that has an incline instead of a staircase for a chic and functional design. Ladders are a minimal floor space and provide the safety of climbing for kids of all ages. To make it easier to climb, opt for an angled ladder that has hand hole cutouts that help children grasp onto the ladder to get themselves to the bed.

A bunk with a ladder is ideal if you plan on changing the layout of your room in the future, as the option of moving the ladder up or away from the footboard or at the end of the bed provides maximum flexibility. Ladders are available in various lengths, widths, and heights based on the size of your room.

Some children may feel uncomfortable at first because they're not used to a bed that close to their ceiling. It can be helpful for these kids bedroom furniture to put up an un-level bunk in their room so they can adjust to the height and avoid any issues.

The design of a bunk bed may also affect the experience of climbing, with stairs adding more steps to the climb, and usually requiring more standing space than a ladder. Stairs can be more difficult to relocate which makes them less suited to families that tend to move around frequently.

To help ease these concerns the bunk beds that have ladders can offer the convenience of climbing. They are also an excellent option for children who are willing to let go of their toddler-style steps in favor of something that is more simple. This mezzanine bunk bed made by Katharine poole features a fun beach theme. It also has an escalator to let kids easily climb to the top, while providing a cozy area for playing, reading or studying.

Storage Bunks

There are many kinds of bunk beds that go one step beyond just securing floor space. Beds that have built-in storage can be an extra practical element to kids' rooms, and also give children a place to store things like books, toys, and other linens. Beds with desks provide the possibility of having two purposes, letting children work and play in one room. Stair storage is an excellent option that is a combination of safety and innovative design in order to allow kids to get to the top bunk.

The simple wood bunk bed looks great in a neutral space, but you can also dress it up by adding an exciting color, such as this green shade, which makes the bedroom feel cozy and fresh. This bunk set is ideal for both boys and girls. It features a striped mattress cover as well as wall art to match, and a headboard with stripes. If you are making a bunk bed usa bed to a shared room, choose dark to withstand a lot of washing and use.

If you have a larger space that can accommodate a queen-sized mattress you could consider installing a mezzanine floor above the bunks to create a huge play area. A lofted bedroom features a built-in desk, a cool balcony and a mezzanine reading space. If your room is tall enough, you could try out a triple bunk bed Uk arrangement for adults and kids alike.

Bunks that have stairs can serve as a handy storage solution for bedrooms with small spaces, especially if you design each stair with drawers that are the ideal size to store bedding and other things. Here, a unique farmhouse bunk with a natural wood ladder and trim combines a classic look with plenty of storage space for children to keep their space clean and organized.

No matter what style the room is, a bunk bed that has drawers for storage can be a great option for any child's bedroom. This minimalist design by an DIY blogger is a perfect illustration of how bunk beds can function as a focal point while keeping its style in check.