How to stop a loft bed from moving?

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How to fix a loft bed to the wall?

Just like a bunk bed, a loft bed can tend to move, particularly over time and with use. Therefore, small modifications are necessary to secure the whole thing and prevent the furniture from becoming damaged. So how can you prevent a loft bed from moving? Why choose this type of bed in a child's room? How much weight can it support and what ceiling height is needed? We'll tell you everything you need to know to install your loft bed as safely as possible.

What is a loft bed?

A loft bed is a bed positioned at height. Like a bunk bed, it has a high sleeping area accessible by a small ladder. The only difference is that the bottom bed is absent here, leaving free space to install a desk, chest of drawers, bench or anything else according to preference.

The children's loft bed is perfect in a small room as it allows for real space saving that can make all the difference in the room. Most often, we talk about a wooden loft bed as it is both solid and durable material.

6 good reasons to choose a loft bed for your child's room

Still hesitating about opting for a wooden loft bed in your child's room? Here are 6 good reasons that will convince you.

It saves space

With a 90x190 loft bed, the space saving in the child's room is very beneficial. This allows for more space to set up a desk, a play area, a reading corner or storage for example. This is also true for an adult loft bed which can be installed in an office and also make it a guest room. Optimizing space with a loft bed can therefore make all the difference.

It is playful and fun

If there's one thing children love, it's having a bed that is both fun and reassuring. They are delighted to return to this space when evening comes. With a wooden loft bed accessible by its small ladder, your child will love climbing up to bed and finding this reassuring and secure space. Comfortably installed, their nights will be all the more peaceful.

It is perfectly safe

The single loft bed is of course perfectly safe. By choosing a quality model like our PRADO 90x200 loft bed or one of our other models, you are assured of having perfectly safe sleeping accommodation. You can therefore confidently opt for a wooden loft bed in your child's room.

It can be customized

To give even more style to your wooden loft bed, you can customize it! Use a string of lights, add a spotlight for soft lighting, a bed canopy for an even more reassuring atmosphere... anything is possible! It can also simply involve adding a well-chosen bed set that will delight your child.

It is completely comfortable

In terms of comfort, the wooden loft bed is just as good as a classic bed. The bed base is just as high quality. All you need to do then is choose an appropriate mattress, designed to meet a child's needs.

It can be used until adulthood

Adults can also use a wooden loft bed. In a student room for example, the loft bed with desk is an excellent choice to save space. It can also be used in a studio apartment.

How to prevent the loft bed from moving?

To ensure your loft bed doesn't move, you have several options available to you.

💡 First of all, make sure to perfectly follow the assembly instructions. If you feel the bed moves too much once assembled, take time to check that everything has been done correctly. Some manufacturers recommend attaching the bed to the wall. In this case, specific attachments and recommendations are provided.

Finally, the bed may start to move with use. You can then check that the screws and nuts are still holding everything properly and tighten them if necessary. Don't hesitate to check the manufacturer's recommendations for maintaining a wooden loft bed.

How much weight can a loft bed support?

In terms of weight, the wooden loft bed can generally support up to 100 kg. To ensure proper use, we recommend checking this information directly in the assembly instructions. It contains the manufacturer's recommendations regarding the weight that a wooden loft bed can support.

Of course, any weakness in the bed base, particularly in the slats, can affect the effectiveness of the structure and the supported weight may no longer be the same.

What ceiling height is needed for a loft bed?

The ceiling height needed for a loft bed is generally the same as for a bunk bed. The overall recommendation is to have 60 cm between the top of the mattress and the ceiling. If you have any doubts and fear that the ceiling might be too low, you can check the total height of the furniture and add 60 cm. If the result doesn't exceed the measured ceiling height of the room, the bed can be installed.

Don't neglect this point, as the risk of injury is very real if your child were to bump against the ceiling. So make this check before purchase to avoid any mistakes.

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