Children's bunk beds: photos in the interior, types, materials, shapes, colors, design

Bed recommendations

The following nuances must be taken into account:

• It is not recommended to choose these models for a child under three years old.
• It is advisable not to skimp on construction, mattress and other sleeping accessories.
• The second tier must be equipped with bumpers.
• You should choose high-quality products made from natural and environmentally friendly materials that are not harmful to health.

How to choose a safe model for your child?

When purchasing this product, you need to pay attention to its stability, practicality, safety and build quality. There should also be a sufficiently strong and high fence and preferably wide steps. Various fasteners and bolts must not protrude from the structure.

Pros and cons

Advantages and disadvantages of two-tier models for the nursery.

Types of bunk beds

There are several varieties.

Standard

The classic two-tier design, equipped with two parallel, located one above the other, berths, is a more simplified version that does not have shelves, cabinets, drawers and other additional elements.

Transformer

They differ, not only in a rather original appearance, but also have a highly functional design, due to which it is possible to achieve maximum space savings.

In the photo there is a bunk transforming bed with a horizontal lifting mechanism in the children's room.

Retractable

A roll-out model or a matryoshka bed, assumes the presence of an additional bed, which can be pulled out if necessary. It is low, therefore it is perfect for rooms with low ceilings and presents less injury risk.

Loft bed

It is a sleeping bed located at the top and a free lower area, which is often equipped with a sofa, workplace, chest of drawers, dressing room, game or sports area.

House bed

Undoubtedly, it becomes the main furniture element of the whole room and provides an opportunity for interesting, fun pastime and games for children.

The photo shows the interior of the nursery with a bunk wooden bed-house in a gray shade.

What materials are they made of?

For manufacturing, better materials are chosen, for example, such as:

• Wooden.
• Metallic.
• Fiberboard.
• Chipboard.

In the photo there is a baby girl and a boy and a bunk bed made of fiberboard.

Shapes and sizes of bunk beds

Too high a model is more dangerous for babies, so it is better to choose low matryoshka beds, so that in the event of a fall, injuries do not occur. Two-tier corner structures can have both left-side and right-side execution, which allows them to be installed in any free corner of the room. In a non-standard narrow room, a bed built into a niche would be an excellent solution.

In the photo there is a bunk bed made of wood with a corner arrangement in a room for teenagers.

Colors of children's 2-level beds

The design of a bedroom for a girl mainly involves lilac, pink, pale yellow or other pastel delicate shades. For a child's boy, blue, blue, green, light green, or orange colors are often chosen. A universal white model that will look equally good in a child's room of any gender and age.

In the photo there is a nursery for girls with a bunk bed, made in a pink shade.

When choosing a color, first of all, they are repelled by the shade range of the entire room. A bunk bed should have a color combination with the general tone of the environment or with some furniture and decorative elements.

Examples of the design of bunk beds

Photos of the design of bunk structures.

Bus bed

Provides, not only a cozy place to sleep, but also for active games. The bus bed can have a huge variety of different designs, for example, it can be a school bus or fantasy cartoon models.

Car bed

Sometimes a car bed is equipped with lighting, drawers, shelves and other elements. Such models have both open and closed design with windows and doors.

Small house

This product has a truly fabulous, unusual look and radically changes the environment of the nursery, both boys and girls.

In the form of a ship

A ship bed equipped with movable anchors, ropes, a rotating steering wheel, descending and ascending sails, a real pirate flag or other special details will make the pastime in the nursery even more interesting and exciting.

Wrought iron

They are distinguished by a strong frame and reliable bumpers that ensure a safe sleep for the child. In addition, these iron products can have a more laconic design or be made with artistic forging elements with amazing curls and patterns.

In the photo there is a black forged bunk bed in the interior of the nursery in the Scandinavian style.

Canopy

Thanks to such an effective addition as a canopy, it turns out to give the interior of the nursery a special charm and form a secluded, cozy and calm atmosphere.

In the form of a castle

Most often, a castle bed is used to decorate a girls' room. This design has special ladders, high turrets and playgrounds that will create an ideal sleeping area for little princesses.

With drawings

They will become a real interior decoration, they will give a certain mood and originality to the children's environment.

Examples of beds for children of different genders and ages

Interesting options for decorating various children's bedrooms.

For girls

For a girls' room, parents often choose classic bunk designs in pastel colors or products in the form of a magic castle and a dollhouse.In the bedroom of the more active young ladies, it is possible to equip the beds with a rope ladder or rope.

For boys

Standard models with an original design and performance, functional transformer beds, structures combined with a working area, a wardrobe, a sports complex with a rope ladder, wall bars, horizontal bar or slide will be appropriate here. The main thing is that the products are distinguished by safety, reliability and durability.

One child

The loft bed will become an indispensable option for the bedroom in which the preschooler lives. A sleeping place located on the second tier allows you to equip the first floor, for example, with a work area with various shelves and cabinets for storing books or toys.

In the photo there is a loft bunk bed with a workplace in the nursery for one girl.

Two children

In a room for the weather or twins, these products are especially relevant. They allow you to create two full-fledged sleeping areas or a play area, while maximizing the usable area.

In the photo there is a nursery in the attic for two boys, decorated with a gray metal bunk bed.

Two children of different sexes

More laconic options with a neutral design that harmoniously fit into the overall concept of the room are suitable here. Most often, children's sleeping places are decorated with bed linen or bedspreads of different colors.

Two children of different ages

In the case of children of different ages, bunk beds are also a fairly optimal solution. As a rule, the upper level is given to the older child, and the lower one is equipped with a crib for a younger one or a playpen or a cradle for a newborn baby.

For three or more

For three children, compact transforming beds with a pull-out additional unit or models with a folding sofa located on the first tier are used. If it is supposed to accommodate four children or more, then the size of the bed should be double and have ladders on both sides, low handrails and railings.

For teenagers

In the teenage room, the structures, in addition to useful functions, are distinguished by a more thoughtful and original design. The product can have a standard appearance, an angular arrangement, a retractable or transforming mechanism.

Photo of combined bunk beds in the children's room

Several original photo examples.

With a slide

Thanks to the gentle slope, which is a kind of attraction, it is possible not only to add variety to the gameplay, but also to endow the children's environment with a special personality.

With a table

The design combined with a desk saves valuable space and creates a truly cozy and functional corner.

With ladder

For a more comfortable and safe ascent, children's bunk beds are equipped with a side, front ladder or steps.

With drawers

Due to drawers, it turns out to complement the design of a two-story product and organize an additional system for storing clothes, toys, bedding and more.

In the photo there is a white bunk bed equipped with drawers in the nursery for girls.

With sofa

With the help of this design, you can achieve a more rational layout of the children's room, save square meters and place other furniture items in it.

With wardrobe

It combines two pieces of furniture at once, which is a very convenient and ergonomic solution, especially for a small room.

In the photo there is a nursery for boys and a blue bunk bed, combined with a built-in wardrobe.

Design ideas in various styles

The appearance and design of the structure should correspond to the general style of the nursery. For example, for classics and Provence, products from an environmentally friendly natural solid wood are suitable, and metal structures will perfectly complement a loft, high-tech or modern style.

In the photo there is a bunk bed made of natural wood in a nursery in the Provence style.

Models made of MDF or chipboard will adorn almost any interior, as they can differ in a variety of shapes and colors. For example, a ship bed or a boat will fit perfectly into a nautical-style nursery.

Photo gallery

Children's bunk beds provide comfortable sleeping places for two children at once, which allows you to save useful space and use it for other necessary purposes.