Choosing a Bunk Bed, Cabin (Midsleeper) Bed or High Bed
Like any piece of children’ s bedroom furniture, buying the right bunk bed, high bed, or cabin bed requires a lot of thought and preparation. There are many factors to consider before making a final decision. Unlike other furniture purchases, however, buying a kids bed will often involve a third party: - your children.
While you might see a bunk bed, high bed, or cabin bed as an economical and space-saving solution to your children's bedtime needs, your kids will undoubtedly view it as their own private space. This step-by-step buying guide is here to help you choose the bed that makes both you and your children happy, and compliments your existing children’s bedroom furniture.
How much space do you have?
If you are already thinking about buying a raised bed, space is most likely an issue. Small rooms benefit greatly from a bunk bed, high bed or cabin bed, but there are plenty of benefits for large rooms, too. First take some measurements to figure out how much space is available. It is extremely important to measure the ceiling height. All raised beds vary in height, but the average bunk bed is going to stand approx 5 ½ tall, a high sleeper is a little taller at 6 foot tall, while a cabin bed usually stands 3 ½ foot from the ground. You want to make sure there is at least two feet of space between the bed top and your ceiling. This will cut down on unnecessary bumps and bruises.
Standard bunk beds usually won't take up more floor space than a regular single bed, but not all raised beds can be considered standard. Beds with pull-out beds, desks, or an L-shape design will surely require a greater sacrifice in living space.
What type of bunk / cabin / high bed do I need?
Children’s beds have evolved over the years, and there are now many different types to choose from. From a basic, no frills design, to an elaborate combination of features, we offer raised beds that cover this whole range of styles. The classic bed-over-bed design is still as functional as it always was, and can provide exactly what you need. If you are looking for something with a little more to offer, check out the different types of raised beds that are available.
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• Bunk Bed: The original bunk bed design. Many accessories and additions can be added to make this traditional bed much more unique. For examples, Thuka have added underbed drawers, safety rails, and clip on tables to create their Maxi 13 bunk bed. Scallywags use different colours and curved ladders to create that different look. |
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• Loft / Cabin / Midsleeper: This style is becoming quite popular. The loft design consists of one bed suspended over an open space occupied by a desk, drawers, tent or shelves - a versatile design with countless possibilities, for example, the ever popular Thuka Maxi 8 Cabin bed. |
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• High Bed / High sleeper: The high sleeper bed elevates the sleeping space to the highest possible position, allowing room for study, sleep, or storage underneath. Another common use is a perpendicular single bed on the ground creating an L-shaped high sleeper system, like the Thuka Maxi 28 high sleeper. |
Read more: Features to look for when choosing a bunk bed for your kid's bedroom and Information on Children's Bedroom Furniture Manufacturers and the materials used in the furniture.
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