Bunk beds are one of the best ways to make best use of children’s bedroom space. Kids love bunk beds, they’re so much fun, and parents love them because it allows them to house 2 kids in one bedroom, and the kids are happy.
But although bunk beds are some of the best things you can do for a children’s bedroom, there are some bunk bed safety issues. You need to be aware that, if used improperly, or set up improperly, kids can hurt themselves. Do it right and you should have years of safe fun for your kids who will love their bunk beds, both for sleeping and playing.
Bunks are a great choice when looking for great children’s bedroom furniture. Kids adore bunk beds, they can have so much fun. Hang a sheet from the top bunk and you’ve got so many options for fun for kids.
And for parents buying bunk beds there are some huge advantages, they give you multiple options for best use of space in kids bedrooms. Bunks take up far less space than 2 single beds, and kids are much happier if you put 2 in a bedroom using bunks than if you put 2 kids in a bedroom with less room because of the 2 beds and they sleep in single beds.
Here’s a few things to remember about bunk beds.
1. Make sure that the top bunk has a railing right around the top. Ideally it should have a railing around the entire top of the bunk, however it is essential to at the least have a railing around the open sides. If there are to be 3 open sides then you need a railing around 3.
The railing should be fixed and not removable. It’s possible if a railing can be removed that kids can remove it, and if they do then they can fall off. It should be solid and fixed.
There should be no gap wider than about 3 inches between the top of the mattress and the bottom of the railing, because it has been known for kids to fall through the gap between the bottom of the railing and the mattress. So make sure there is very little gap.
And the top of the railing should be reasonably high, I would prefer 10 inches at least, above the top of the mattress. A railing that’s 2 or 3 inches high isn’t good enough. You can get double railings which are great.
Make sure the mattress is the right size for the bed, mattresses come in different sizes and should fit the bed correctly so that there are no gaps for kids to fall through.
Don’t get a bed with a corner post (or anything else) that sticks up on it’s own. It’s possible for kids to catch clothing on anything that sticks up and fall off, hanging from the post.
Don’t get a bunk bed with loose slats for the mattress to sit on for the top bunk. It’s perfectly possible for some bunk beds that can be taken apart easily and put together easily to have loose slats that are put in place for the mattress to rest on. However if there is a child underneath who pushes on the slats and moves them then the mattress, and all the bedding above, can fall onto the child below.
And even better, get online and search a little bit more about bunk bed safety, and learn more before you buy, and you, and your kids will absolutely love their bunks to sleep in.
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Toddler Bedding
At the heart of any princess’s bedroom, of course, is her bed. It’s where she gets her beauty rest. And so it must be as beautiful as she is, and as comfortable as they both are beautiful. Many little princesses love princess castle beds - girls bunk beds that can double as a playhouse, designed in the shape and style of a miniature castles. The surrounding bedroom decor can then incorporate the elements of the rest of her kingdom. A drawbridge can lead out from these castle beds across a soft blue area rug as the moat, into a vast kingdom painted as a mural on her four walls.
Certain other choice accessories added to the bedroom decor can complement the princess castle bed and accentuate the feeling of being treated like a lady. For example, no proper lady would be without a dressing table, or at least a glamorous wardrobe or dresser befitting a lady and a well-lighted mirror for her to properly primp in front of. A bedside table or nightstand is also an elegant and luxurious touch for a little girl - and one that can easily be built into the design of the princess bed itself.
In fact, many childrens furniture components required also by a posh princess and her currently ruling King and Queen (that’s you) can be artfully integrated into a princess beds design, including shelves, drawers, hanging closet space, cubbies, display cases, toy chests, study desks, and more.
In the way of other accessories, large stuffed animals and fairy tale characters will provide her with subjects to rule over and attendants to serve her whims (both of which are roles any posh princess’s parent would be happy no doubt to have taken off their shoulders for a while). In the way of other design elements, her favorite photos, personal artwork, and any accolades or awards she’s earned can all be placed prominently at her eye level so she can always be reminded of how much of a treasure she is.
The colors selected for princess beds and bedroom decor should complement each other - and the posh lady’s tastes herself - as well. Pink is a popular choice as a primary color for posh princess bedroom decor, with lavenders and light blues also extremely effective. Sprinkling highlights then of yellows, greens, and reds add vibrancy and sparkle to the room.
And whatever you do, don’t forget the matching bedding - pillows, bedspread, and sheets - to go with the princess castle bed.
These are all just ideas, of course, to get your creativity stirring. But whatever you decide, bestowing on your daughter her own custom princess bed and bedroom decor will go a long way towards helping her fulfill that vision of becoming that powerful and elegant woman later on in life who she’s destined to be.
By: Joann Means
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Joann Means, interior designer, and her husband Johnny Means, master craftsman, have spent the last several years bringing fairy tales to life for little girls and boys alike, far and wide. Their creations are both beautiful and functional, stimulating a child’s fantastic imagination and never-ending craving for fun and excitement while at the same time serving a parent’s need for safety and security. The beds at Sweet Dream Children’s Interiors add color and sparkle, personality and life to any little girl’s bedroom, from posh princess castle beds to quaint Victorian cottages.What’s more, Joann and Johnny Means will help you explore ways to decorate the rest of the room so that your girl doesn’t only get a custom theme bed but a total custom theme bedroom. Come see the enchanted realms the Means’ have already created for other little girls and boys at Sweet Dream Children’s Interiors (
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If you are looking for new furniture for a child’s bedroom, the most important decision to make will be the type of bed that you want. Once your child has progressed from sleeping in cots and beds designed for toddlers, there are a whole range of different types of bed available. You could choose to buy a traditional single bed, but it’s also worth looking at other types of bed, such as bunk beds, hideaway beds and sleep stations.
We’ve put together a guide to some of the different types of children’s beds that you can choose from:
Bunk beds
If your children are sharing a room or are likely to have friends to say, bunk beds could be the perfect space-saving solution. A bunk bed is a single piece of furniture which consists of two beds, one above the other. The top bed is usually accessible via a small ladder.
Bunk beds are particularly good if you want to make the most of a narrow bedroom, and many kids love the design. However, if you are considering buying bunk beds for your kids, it’s important to bear your children’s ages in mind. Top bunks are usually not suitable for children under six years of age, and as your children get older, they may start to think that bunk beds are “babyish”, so make sure that they are likely to get enough use out of them before you buy. Some bunk beds are designed so that they can be separated and used as individual beds, so this may be something that you might want to consider.
Make sure that you choose high-quality, sturdy bunk beds and that the furniture complies with the relevant British Safety Standards. The top bunk should have a guard rail on each side, and the mattress should fit securely in place, at least 10cm below the guard rail. It’s also important to make sure that your children understand how to use the top bunk safely.
Hideaway beds
Hideaway beds are great for children who like to have friends or family members to stay, as a hideaway bed consists of one bed with a pull-out bed within the base. Hideaway beds can be the perfect choice for a teenager’s bedroom and will save on space when the second bed isn’t in use. If you’re thinking about buying a hideaway bed, make sure that you measure up carefully to make sure that there is enough space when the second bed is pulled out, so that it won’t be it difficult for people to manoeuvre around the room and the bed won’t block doorways.
Sleep Station
If storage space is an issue in your child’s bedroom, a sleep station may be the perfect solution. A sleep station usually consists of a single bed which is raised, allowing for the inclusion of cupboards, drawers, shelving, and sometimes even a pull-out desk within the unit. Sleep stations tend to be fairly bulky, so make sure that you measure up carefully to make sure that you will be able to fit one in your child’s room before deciding to buy one.
As with bunk beds, you should choose a high quality, stable and sturdy sleep station and ensure that there are guard rails around the bed.
Storage beds
If you’d prefer to have a traditional bed in your child’s bedroom or don’t have room for a sleep station, you can still make the most of the space that you have by choosing a storage bed. This type of bed has drawers in the base, so your child can store clothes, toys or other items in it, freeing up space elsewhere in the room.
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Sep
19

Home theaters are growing rapidly in popularity. More and more
educated adults are spending their time and money wisely while
enjoying their Friday nights together at home. With numerous
styles of home theater loungers and recliners that are available,
consumers are finding that comfort and fun go hand in hand. Kids
are now included in the fun with their own children’s home
theater lounger.
Quite often, kids want what mom and dad have. It is a known fact
that children love and need to spend quality time with mom and
dad too. It is also a fact that mom and dad need space from time
to time. So, if children have their own lounger, they are less
likely to pest their parents and the family is more likely to
have a good time together.
The TOP TEN Reasons Why Your Child Wants a Home Theater Lounger
10. It’s mine. I don’t have to share it.
9. Watching TV lying back is so comfy.
8. My friends think it is cool.
7. It makes movies more fun.
6. I picked the color out myself.
5. I can eat on my lounger.
4. I can keep my drink at my chair.
3. Nobody sits in front of me.
2. I am big like mom and dad.
1. I want everything.
Kids certainly do want everything. Although we don’t want to
over indulge them and give them everything they want, a
children’s home theater lounger is a comfortable and functional
piece of furniture that will last for many years.
Options in Children’s Home Theater Loungers
The top of the line in children’s loungers is most likely a three
seater with storage. It has 3 reclining seats that can hold up
to about 90 pounds per seat. Each seat has its own built-in cup
holder for drinks. These loungers can come in a whole assortment
of colors including camouflage to suit your individual needs and
tastes. In the center of the seats is a storage bin for the
snacks and napkins or whatever else that can be stored.
Two seater loungers have similar benefits as the three seater
loungers. Single loungers are also available and are often
chosen for their affordability. Many of these home theater
loungers come in different colors and styles to please every
child.
As stated previously, children’s home theater loungers come in a
variety of styles which means that they also range greatly in
price. These prices vary depending on fabrics and features. For
example, built-in cup holders are not standard on all loungers,
but are often a desirable feature.
Let’s think back to our TOP TEN list. There is no doubt that
children would love their own home theater lounger. So put a
smile on their face today and for many more movies to come!
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Sep
19

A kid’s foam chair has become an increasingly popular item of bedroom furniture. Its very nature means it has no sharp edges on which a child to hurt itself. The majority also come with exciting covers that add character to a themed room. Little children, especially boys, adore climbing over furniture which can result in damage to the seating and also injury to the child. With this type of chair, the likelihood of harm is greatly reduced.
In the bedroom, a kid’s foam chair can act as both a plaything and a genuine item of furniture. After a busy and hectic day of chasing pigeons and kicking balls through windows, your little boy can relax in his soft foam chair and tell you all about his adventures. The chair is also perfect for when they have their friends visiting. Many foam chairs open out and become sleeper chairs which means an extra bed when needed.
It’s not just in the bedroom where a foam chair can be placed. If your living room is large enough, you can locate the chair near the television or bay-window. This will allow your little kid to feel a sense of individuality which is important as a child develops. It can also save your expensive leather or suede sofa from possible mishaps involving all sorts of goo little children like to play with.
The majority of foam chairs are extremely light, as is highlighted in their very name. This means they can be moved from one room to the next with relative ease depending on the occasion. When the grandparents come to visit, then the foam chair can be moved from the bedroom to the sun room so your child can spend more time, sitting and talking with them.
You can buy kid’s foam chairs in a number of different shapes, sizes and colors. Some are constructed to look like miniature versions of regular furniture whilst others have a more simpler and modern design. There are a number of choices you can choose from and one of the best places to search for and buy a kid’s foam chair is online.
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Toddlers
Sep
18

Many little girls dream of themselves as being princesses, if they don’t already believe themselves to be princesses in their waking life too. That is why princess furniture and princess room decor have become so popular, and on the top of most young girls’ wish lists for the design of their own private castles.
There are now girls bunk beds and loft beds designed in the shape of castles - with turrets and all. And because these princess beds are custom made, a parent can be sure that the unique children’s furniture they’re getting for their daughter is as unique as she is.
Once you’ve selected the princess castle bed you plan to have built for your little girl, you’ll have an easy time finding princess bedding to match. Pillowcases, sheets, blankets, comforters, even bed skirts can be found in all sorts of matching princess theme designs to compliment the color scheme, style, and - if appropriate - the specific Disney or storybook characters inspiring the princess castle bed you have in mind.
In fact, to make this most-personal of childrens beds even more personal to your little girl, you can even have her help select her own bedding and other accessories. Little girls love to design their own space - they’re little interior designers, each one of them - and participating in the colors and design scheme of her own princess bedroom furniture will make her feel like the special little princess she is, and will make truly make her feel like this new bed is her own.
Maybe she’d like to see flowering vines with colorful blossoms bursting forth from them, climbing up the sides of her castle bed. Or maybe she’d like an authentic granite stone surface instead. Or perhaps she’s more attracted to a solid pink exterior that glitters in the light at certain angles. And does she want a drawbridge, a waterfall, or windows included as well?
There are certain practical aspects of a castle bed’s design that a little girl might also like to be involved in. For example, does she prefer girls bunk beds, with a sleeping area above and below, or would she rather have a loft bed with a playing area beneath it. Or, on the flip side, would she instead prefer to keep her mattress on the lower, floor level, and have the upper level act as a balcony for playing? How to get up and down between the two levels is also a consideration. Ladders, stairs, climbing walls, and slides are all options to choose from, with even more exciting possibilities available when included in combination.
Other princess bedroom furniture to consider that seems to compliment princess beds well are dressing tables, settees, and of course, a comfy chair to call her “throne”. Kids bedroom decor that go hand-in-hand with princess beds include an enchanting mirror, flattering lighting, a soft floor covering, like a plush throw rug, and a menagerie of stuffed animals and dolls to act as her make-believe attendants.
Fortunately, many of the design elements of princess castle beds and accompanying princess furniture and princess room decor can be built right into the bed itself - storage, for example. Princess beds can have drawers, shelves, closets, display cases, and chests built into them for storing your little girl’s wardrobe, toys, plastic jewelry, dolls, dress-up clothes, and other trinkets and accessories befitting a princess.
By: Joann Means
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Joann Means, interior designer, and her husband Johnny Means, master craftsman, have spent the last several years bringing fairy tales to life for little girls and boys alike, far and wide. Their creations are both beautiful and functional, stimulating a child’s fantastic imagination and never-ending craving for fun and excitement while at the same time serving a parent’s need for safety and security. Come see the enchanted realms the Means’ have already created for other little girls and boys at Sweet Dream Children’s Interiors (
http://www.sweetdreambed.com).The beds at Sweet Dream Children’s Interiors add color and sparkle, personality and life to any little girl’s bedroom, from princess castle beds to quaint Tudor cottages. What’s more, Joann and Johnny Means will help you explore ways to decorate the rest of the room so that your girl doesn’t only get a custom theme bed but a total custom theme bedroom.
Toddlers
Sep
17

Admittedly, choosing room furniture for your kids’ nurseries and bedrooms is a matter of choice. With the variety of choices out there - plastic or wood, natural or painted, mass manufactured or hand crafted, molded or free-flowing - you will be hard pressed to choose what is best for your children.
However, the best choices often come down to wooden furniture. This is especially true for children’s table and chairs, which your children will be using both for play and for study. Here are the best reasons for going for wood.
Durability and Strength
Since hardwood is commonly used for furniture, you are assured of durability and strength. When the furniture is made by a reputable manufacturer, you can be assured of these qualities. In fact, with proper care, you can make heirloom out of children’s table and chairs; just store them properly in the attic, and your grandchildren can use them, too.
Value for Money
You might have to spend more on wooden children’s table and chairs, but you will be getting value for your money in the long run. You will get things of beauty and function, coupled with strength. Since wood does not break as easily as other materials, you can use wooden children’s table and chairs for a long, long time. You need not buy over and over again!
Resale Value
Wooden furniture often is the most saleable items in a garage sale. The reasons usually range from the durability of the material and the allure of wood itself. For some, wood represents stability and antiquity. Thus, even if you do not wish to clutter your attic with your children’s old furniture, then you can sell them to others.
Physical Health
You are more assured that your children will not come into contact with harmful chemicals when you choose wooden children’s table and chairs. The paints and finishes applied are usually non-toxic in nature.
In fact, it has been shown that plastic additives and components negatively affect your child’s health. For example, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) contains phthalates, cadmium, lead, light and heat stabilizers, anti-oxidants, and other chemical compounds. These pose health risks to children, particularly when ingested and smelled. In fact, you have to inquire from your doctor about allergies to plastic components before deciding on buying plastic products. You can purchase wood products with almost no such qualms.
Furthermore, wooden furniture is not prone to breakage. This makes for safer furniture since you will not worry so much about sharp points and ingestible parts, in contrast to plastic furniture.
Go Green!
You are contributing to the preservation of nature when you choose wooden children’s table and chairs. Since these are more durable than plastic, you need not contribute to the waste brought by frequent disposal and buying of new products.
Also, the materials used often come from tree farms. This means that you are contributing to the preservation of the remaining natural resources of our planet. The trees used for your kids’ furniture actually came from replenished resources.
This is not to say that you should never use plastic products; these have their advantages. However, when it comes to your kids’ room furniture, you should settle for what is best for them. Go for wood!
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Kid’s Beds
Sep
13

There’s something extra special about shopping for children’s furniture. It’s not just the fact that you can let your imagination go wild, either, it’s also the fact that you’re buying the essentials for your son or daughter (or grandchild if you’re designing a room for when they stop over). As well as cribs or cots for your baby nursery, you can also buy stunning, safe, and hard wearing beds and bedroom furniture, chairs, desks, entertainment units, and playroom sets. Everything your child and your inner child could possibly need in a room.
Beds
Beds vary in size depending on the age of your child and whether you intend to buy a new bed again in 12 or 24 months time. There are classic designs and ultra modern designs of children’s bed and you can usually opt to either include extra storage or not. Character prints and completely unique and very unusual beds can also be purchased to really give your son or daughter that extra bit of excitement from their new room.
Seating
Of course, children’s furniture usually consists of more than just a bed. Benches are convenient and comfortable, often allowing for your children and their friends to share a single bench. Gone are the days of wooden benches being your only choice, and software and more durable materials are used regularly in order to create stunning and long lasting children’s furniture. There is also a great array of different colours available here too.
Chairs And Desks
Chairs, desks, and entertainment units can be great to look at and they can be convenient and functional for your child. Rockers are especially handy chairs and are a comfortable and luxurious way to add a little extra character to a room. The only thing is, adults may be quite jealous when they see it so you may end up having to buy rockers for the rest of the house and the rest of the family as well.
Children’s Furniture Accessories
Coat racks, storage cabinets, extra wardrobes, and unique pieces of furniture really add a finishing touch to any children’s furniture set. You can pick a colour and a style to suit the room you’re buying for and you can even allow your child to put their own stamp on the room by letting them choose the pieces that they want added. For the playroom you can also consider soft and safe cushions, floor cushions, and foam shapes because they look great, perform a function, and also allow your kids to jump around and burn off their pent up energy without too much risk of breaking or damaging anything.
Child’s Storage
Storage is critical in a child’s bedroom or playroom. Without adequate storage space you’ve got little to no hope of the room every being tidy or even particularly safe to play in. Fortunately there are as many storage options for kids as there are for adults so that you can get your hands on dressers, changing tables, convenient storage benches, and additional wardrobes and drawers. You can give your child a fighting chance of keeping their room clean and tidy.
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Sep
13

The furniture that you place in your child’s bedroom can make a large impact on the functionality of the room. Of course, you want your child’s bedroom to be a fun place for them to escape, but you also want to purchase practical childrens furniture that will expand their storage room and maximize space.
Double duty furniture is a great idea for a child’s room. An example of double duty furniture is anything that serves multiple purposes, such as an ottoman, toy chest, or bench with hidden storage. These items can be used for your child to sit on, and can help keep unsightly clutter out of sight.
To maximize the space in your child’s room, you may want to purchase a loft bed. A loft bed is an excellent kids furniture choice because it creates a big space between the bed and ground(similar to a bunk bed) and opens up a huge open space underneath the bed. Your child can use this space for a study area, or a place to store toys and other belongings.
Remember that in order to teach your child to be independent, they must be able to reach their belongings themselves. When looking for girls bedroom furniture such as a dresser, you want it to be at a height they can easily access. Consider purchasing a standard dresser instead of a tower of drawers, this way your child can get their clothes in and out themselves. This will also prevent them from climbing, and will keep them safe.
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Your child will be more inclined to keep their room neat and tidy if they have been involved with the planning process. Allow your little one to assist in the
children’s furniture placement in the room. The
girls’ bedroom furniture you decide on should be something they can grow with, as this will save you money in the years to come.
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