Ikea Kids Bunk Beds: Popular Models and Tips for Choosing

When there are several children in a family, then to save space an ideal choice of sleeping places in the nursery will be a bunk bed. Moreover, children like this kind of beds, because you can change places, to be like in a “house” or as on a “roof”.

The bunk bed is designed for two children, the blocks of which are located one above the other. In order to climb to the second floor, the tiers are connected by a staircase. The frame of the models is either metal or wooden. On the second tier, a partition is necessary so that the child who will be located there does not fall.Sometimes these frames are used as a loft bed, when a writing desk or a sofa is placed at the bottom instead of a bed. Another option for bunk beds are retractable models, where the main bed has high legs, and the bottom space is extended as needed. Also for economy often the opportunity to place drawers for linen and things is provided.

High-quality and practical models of cots are presented on the website and in the store of the Dutch company Ikea. At the moment, you can purchase bunk beds from the Slakt, Tuffing, Svart and Stuva series. Here you can choose orthopedic mattresses and all the necessary accessories: bedding sets, blankets, blankets, pillows, bed pockets, bedside tables, lamps or bedside lamps.

A double bed, in which there are two tiers, where the upper spacious berth looks like usual on high legs, but there is a special mechanism below, which assumes a second retractable seat on small wheels with two containers for storing things or toys.Also, instead of a pull-out bed below, you can also place a pouf, which is a folding mattress, as well as drawers that can be purchased at Ikea.

Model of white laconic color, already in the set there is a lath bottom of beech and birch veneer. The side of the bed is made of OSB-plate, fiberboard and plastic, the backs are solid, of fiberboard, chipboard, honeycomb filler and plastic. The mattress of the lower part should not be thicker than 10 cm, otherwise the extra bed will not move. The length of both beds is 200 cm, and the width is 90 cm. Such a model would be ideal if the child has a friend left overnight, because the extra bed is hidden unnoticed, and when it is needed, it can be easily pushed.

Two-story model for two children, the body of which consists of steel, painted in a beautiful matte gray color. On the top tier, the sides are on all sides, on the bottom only at the head of the head, which, like the bottom, is covered with a dense mesh polyester fabric. The tiers are connected by a staircase, which is located in the middle. Bed length is 207 cm, bed width is 96.5 cm, height is 130.5 cm, and the distance between beds is 86 cm.The bed is below standard size, which makes it easier to make bedding. In the same series there is a loft bed, where the staircase is inclined. The design of the metal bed is suitable for any style in the interior - for both classic and modern high-tech or loft.

This model is double, however, having bought a sliding module from the same series, the bed can be turned into a triple. Available in two colors - dark gray and white, the material - steel, coated with a special paint. There are also frames for an attic bed with a sloping staircase. The length of the Swerta is 208 cm, width is 97 cm, height is 159 cm. The sides of both tiers are rack, the bottom is included in the kit. The ladder is mounted on the right or left. Previously, a very similar model “Tromso” was produced, the design of which was adopted by the “Svart”.

Bed-attic, which is bundled with a sleeping place, shelving, table and wardrobe. You can install bright doors on the wardrobe and table - orange or green, everything else is white. The bed frame is made of fiberboard, chipboard, recycled paper and plastic, all covered with acrylic paint. Height 182 cm, width 99 cm, length 2 m.A berth with sides, a ladder is located on the right, the table can be placed directly under the berth or perpendicular to it. If you buy special legs, then the table can be put in another place separately, and the bed can be made with an additional sofa from the bottom. In the wardrobe 4 square shelves and 4 rectangular, on the table 3 shelves.

Bunk children's models do not require special care. The body of the bed is enough to wipe with a dry cloth or a cloth soaked in soapy water. In the “Tuffing” model, the removable bottom is washed by hand in cold water at a temperature of 30 degrees, is not bleached and does not dry in a washing machine, does not iron, and does not undergo dry cleaning.

All beds are supplied with detailed assembly instructions with drawings. The kit contains all the necessary dowels and bolts, as well as a hex key. Self assembly is assumed, because special skills and any welding is not required. But you can also order an on-site assembly at an Ikea store or online at the time of purchase. When collecting beds, it is better to do it on a soft surface - a carpet or a carpet, so that when the parts slip out, chips and cracks do not form.If something is not clear in the instructions, it is possible to call the company Ikea, where experienced furniture assemblers will prompt the necessary information.

On the legs of metal models, special bushings are provided so that the frame does not scratch the floor covering. For ease of assembly, it is better to assemble together, since when assembling the tiers of the dowel, they are screwed in parallel so that the bed will not become loose in the future. The ladder and the bottom are going to last. Anti-slip stickers are provided on the stairs, as when climbing up to the second floor in socks, a child may have injured his foot when slipped.

According to customer reviews, almost everyone is happy with their purchase, as a two-story bed saves space, which makes the room more free to play or train. They note the ease of assembling beds and unpretentiousness in cleaning. The beds are of high quality and well thought out in all details, which makes them comfortable to use and quite durable. The color and design of the model fits almost any interior.

Ideal for families with children of different ages, who are younger - can be located below, and the older one above, especially as the beds are 2 meters long. Some buyers note that due to the excessive activity of children, sometimes you have to tighten the bolts. It is very convenient that you can immediately buy mattresses of the right size and additional accessories, for example, storage systems - drawers for things. All models do not have sharp corners, the sides and ladders are very strong, which makes these beds the safest.

Some parents of Ikea bunk beds or loft beds seem too simple, but they are safe and concise. If you want diversity, then you can decorate the beds with garlands, interesting bedside lamps or lamps. Bed prices are average, but the quality is very high. Some parents make some "houses" on the lower floors for the game, when children are not quite adults, because any child in childhood wants to have such a place. You can also install some kind of curtain or blackout on the first floor.

For information on how to build a child bunk bed Ikea, see the next video.