Seven of the Best Kids Bunkbeds to Last From Toddler to Teen Years

Bunk beds are an excellent way to save space and offer a comfortable place to relax or sleep. The slide and the stuffed animals are a big success with children, who can't get enough of sliding down the slide.

Parents will appreciate that this bunk bed made of wood comes in a variety of finishes, such as white for a guaranteed coastal or cottage look and clay and gray for flexible, contemporary spaces. There are also angled ladders, which take up less space than straight ones.

Max & Lily Low Bunk Bed with Slide

This twin bed with slide is the perfect blend of fun, function and style that kids (and their parents) will love. Made of solid knot-free pine wood, it's durable and built to last. The non-toxic low VOC neutral color finish promotes an hygienic and clean indoor space, and the bed sits only 50 inches above the ground, making it suitable for smaller spaces and safer for young children. The top bunk features tall guardrails of 14 inches to provide security, and solid plywood slats make sure that the bed can support up to 400 pounds of weight.

This bunk bed stacked features a movable ladder that attaches to the bottom of the frame, optimizing space in smaller rooms. The ladder with an angled design, and its rounded edges makes it easy to climb and comfortable. The 100% cotton play curtain, in a variety of colors, creates the perfect space for imaginative playing. Bunk bed assembly is a breeze with the detailed instruction manual and all hardware included.

With the super-fun slide that is deluxe, this is the ultimate kids bunk bed for sleepovers and play dates! The lower platform on top helps to stabilize and center children before sliding. The curved slide surface provides an easy ride and soft landing. The slide is equipped with handles that have cutouts for extra security. The stacked bunk design comfortably sleeps two people, and the ample headroom on the bottom bunk makes it a perfect spot for reading and snuggles.

This low loft with slide and play curtain is an ideal choice for smaller spaces, allowing the floor for more toys and activities. The angled staircase included can be placed on the left or right side of the bed, based on the layout of the room. Slatted headboards, footboards, as well as flush-matched hardware complete the contemporary style. Solid plywood slats offer support for each sleeping surface. They can support up to 400lbs. and metal-on-metal connections ensure that each bunk is sturdy and durable. All hardware, instructions, and upper/lower slats are included. Two adults are required to construct the bunks.

The rooms of children are often crowded with clothes, books and other small items, but our unique collection of bunk beds with storage can help you get your child's bedroom back. If you pick a low bunk with stairs that includes built-in drawers, or a tall trundle bed that has side cubbies, these space-saving children's beds make it easy and easy to organize and store their belongings. Furthermore, a lot of our bunk beds that have trundles feature the option of a hidden pullout twin pullout bed that is ideal for sleepovers. The pullout that can be tucked away under the bed is simple for kids to use and doesn't require complicated setup or pullout mechanism. Sleepovers are now more fun than ever!

Crate & kids furniture Babyletto TipToe White & Washed Natural Wood Kids Bunk Bed

Bunk beds can make a bedroom fun, exciting and cool. They are ideal for kids sharing the space with their siblings or for a single child who invites friends to an overnight sleepover. But the biggest advantage is that they can save space. A conventional bunk bed can double (or triple) the amount sleeping space in a room while taking up the same amount of floor space as the full-sized or twin-sized beds.

Some bunk beds are stacked twin-over-twin and others are set up more creatively. Some, for instance, have stairs that lead to the bed above, while others are designed as an L-shaped bed with two beds in close proximity to one another. This allows children to sleep together, yet leaves plenty of room for bookshelves, toys and other things.

This wood bunk bed is an excellent alternative to traditional metal bunk beds. It's elegant and sturdy and will last for years. The clean lines, curving edges and the natural wood finish give it a contemporary appeal, while making the space feel more spacious. Additionally, the ladder can be set on either side of the bed, so you can adjust the layout to meet your needs.

Another advantage of this bunk bed is that it's GREENGUARD GOLD certified1 for low chemical emissions into the air, which helps create an environment that is healthier to relax and sleep. Parents will also love that this bunk bed utilizes only spruce, plywood and medium-density fiberboard. They are all made from Greenguard Gold-certified, and TSCA-compliant materials.

Katie Siegel, the lead designer at Rumor Designs, says that when choosing a bunk bed for children take into consideration the size of your room. It is important to ensure that the dimensions of the bunk bed meet the dimensions of your room or they could look bulky and out of balance. It is also important to determine if your ceilings are tall enough for a mattress that is lofted.

Also, think about how your children will get up and down their bunks. Some models come with a standard ladder, while others have an alternative stairs that have deep steps for children to safely climb up and down. This is especially important if older children are sleeping on the top bunk by themselves.

In addition to the standard twin-over-twin bunk beds, there are also some beds that can accommodate three people--which is ideal for families with larger numbers or who host frequent sleepovers. This three-person Harriet Bee bunk bed is a great option for smaller rooms. It's also affordable bunk beds for kids. The bed can be divided into two separate beds, if you decide that your children don't need the extra space for sleeping.

Room & Board Tanker Twin Over twin Bunk Bed

A staple of camp and shared bedrooms for children as well, bunk beds are efficient space-saving and can be adventurous to kids furniture. However, with all the options out there, determining which one is best for your home and kids is a daunting task, especially given their size and cost. So, I consulted experts -- parents and even one who actually wrote the book on bunk beds -- to help me source seven of the best bunk beds for kids that last from toddler to teenage years.

All the twin-over-twin choices on this list are safe for children and are in compliance with CPSC and voluntary standards set by ASTM. To increase safety, many of them have a guardrail on the bottom bunk, and some include pullouts for trundles that can be used as single beds. Some feature fixed ladders, which are more secure and easy to climb than stairs, however they take up more space and some come with an angled ladder that can be put on either the long or short side of the bunk.

The majority of bunk beds are simple functional designs that come with a variety of styles to choose from. They can be used in both farmhouse and modern styles. Most cheap bunk beds for kids beds are Greenguard Gold certified. This means that they emit low levels of chemicals, meaning you can rest assured that your children are in a safe space.