How to assemble a children's bunk bed?

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Is a bunk bed suitable for my children?

The children's bunk bed is a great solution when space is limited in a room and two children share the same space. Parents start by choosing the model they want to see in their children's room, and then it's time to tackle the installation part. This step may seem somewhat daunting, but it's actually not very complex, provided you choose the right furniture and go about it the right way.

What is a bunk bed?

What is commonly called a children's bunk bed is a piece of furniture that stacks two single-sized beds. An adequate structure allows for a single bed at standard height and a second bed of the same size above the first. Both the bottom and top beds can be used. The top bed is usually accessible via a small ladder in most cases.

Most often, the bunk bed is a piece of furniture found in a child's room. It provides two sleeping spaces that only occupy the space of one. This furniture is perfect for limiting clutter in a room shared by two children. While parents appreciate the space saved by the children's bunk bed, younger ones also like this type of furniture. They gain height with the top bunk or can create a real den with the bottom bunk.

More than just comfortable nights, the children's bunk bed also leaves room for everyone's imagination to make this space their own!

Lit superposé séparable 90x190 NOE - Blanc/Chêne
NOE 90x190 separable bunk bed - White/Oak
Lit superposé séparable 90x190 NOE - Blanc/Chêne
NOE 90x190 separable bunk bed - White/Oak
Lit superposé avec rangement 90x190 MANLY
MANLY 90x190 bunk bed with storage
Lit superposé avec rangement 90x190 MANLY
MANLY 90x190 bunk bed with storage
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The different types of bunk beds

With such a wide choice on the market, we can distinguish several types of bunk beds such as:

  • The wooden bunk bed: Wood is the most commonly preferred material for a bunk bed. Durable, it can also be very eco-friendly by opting for a solid wood bunk bed
  • The metal bunk bed: Metal models are also available. More affordable than wood, they are often of lower quality and less attractive. This type of children's bunk bed can be found in dormitories, for example.
  • The 90x190 bunk bed: This is the standard size for a children's bunk bed. It allows the child to use the bed until adolescence or adulthood. The majority of single bed sets are suitable for these dimensions.
  • The separable bunk bed: More recent, the separable bunk bed allows the two sleeping spaces to be separated to create two single beds. This is an ideal modular piece of furniture if the children share the same room initially and then have their own rooms later.
  • The storage bunk bed: Some models have storage directly integrated into the bed. This can be small shelves, drawers under the bottom bed, or even a wardrobe like our MANLY model, anything is possible! This provides additional storage space in the room.
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How to choose a children's bunk bed?

It all starts with choosing the furniture that will be installed in your children's room. As we have seen, there are many models of children's bunk beds. Some criteria to consider include:

Lit superposé 90x190 SYMI – Blanc/Bouleau
  • Materials: The use of eco-friendly materials such as wood from eco-managed forests is preferable. More durable, it is also a material that allows for affordable furniture in terms of costs. A low formaldehyde content or water-based paint are also desirable to limit the release of volatile organic compounds that can be harmful to the child's health.
  • Manufacturing: Made in France is obviously preferable. This ensures that you are opting for quality furniture that complies with current European manufacturing standards.
  • Style: While this may be considered secondary, the style of your children's bunk bed is also a selection criterion. You can opt for a designer bunk bed that will match perfectly with the rest of the decor to create a pleasant and harmonious room.
  • The brand: Some brands are more specialised than others in designing children's furniture. It is therefore preferable to turn to a brand that specialises in creating this type of product to ensure you opt for quality furniture that will last over time.
  • Price: When it comes to price, it can vary widely from one piece of furniture to another. However, we recommend investing a little to ensure that the bed is of sufficient quality to be durable.

How to install your bunk bed?

Once you have chosen and had the desired children's bunk bed model delivered, all that's left is to assemble it. By choosing a trusted and quality brand, you shouldn't encounter too many difficulties. For successful assembly of the bed and ladder, certain precautions should be taken:

  • Prefer to have two people for assembly, especially when recommended in the instructions
  • Assemble the bed in a spacious and well-lit area if possible
  • Ensure you have the right tools
  • Follow the assembly instructions step by step
  • Never force a piece at the risk of breaking it

In case of difficulty or doubt about the safety of the furniture once assembled, it is recommended to contact the seller for guidance. Furthermore, some sellers recommend attaching their children's bunk bed to the wall for even more stability. This advice should only be followed if mentioned in the instructions.