Finding Trundle Beds for Kids That Are Functional and Stylish

If you have a big family with a lot of kids, then trundle beds for kids are a godsend. Trundles are low beds with casters that can be rolled underneath another bed for storage when not in use.

They are a great way to maximize the use of available space when two or more kids are sharing a single room, since it creates room for other furnishings. This type of bed is also great for organizing sleepover parties, since it allows you to add another bed without making the room too cramped.

Trundle beds are usually combined with loft beds, which are a type of bed which is elevated on a frame, creating space for a kids’ trundle bed to be placed underneath. Apart from having casters so it can easily be moved the lower bed is usually foldable so that it can be easily kept away during the day time or when otherwise not in use. These types of kids’ beds may also have features such as built-in desks and storage spaces.

If only one child will be using the bed, then the second bed can be omitted and the space underneath used as a play area. These full size trundle beds are available in a variety of colors and styles, so that you can select the ideal one for your child’s bedroom.

Choosing Trundle Beds for Kids

When buying bunk beds (another name for loft beds) to combine with trundle beds for your kids, you should ensure that they have the appropriate safety features. The upper bed, for example, should have guardrails on both sides to prevent children from accidentally falling off; if the bunk will be against the wall, however, there should be no gaps between the guardrail and the wall which could trap children.

There should also be no gaps between the mattress and the bed frame in order to avoid accidental strangulations. And there should be enough space at the bottom of the bunk to allow the child sleeping underneath to sit up without bumping their head on the underside of the top bed.

The ladder should be attached securely to the bed with no risk that a child can accidentally dislodge it. It should also have rungs that are properly spaced such that your child’s legs can navigate it easily. Parents should adhere to the manufacturer’s weight recommendations on the upper bunk, and avoid letting more than one child sleep on it. And they should prohibit their children from engaging in boisterous horseplay on the bed, such as hitting the bottom of the upper bunk or jumping on top of the bed in order to avoid damaging the frame and risking the bed collapsing. Most importantly, children that are below six years old should not be allowed to sleep on the upper bunk.

Full-size trundle beds are also an ideal solution for creating additional sleeping accommodations for guests when you don’t have a spare room for them. The best choice is a wood daybed with trundle bed since it can be put in the living room and double as a couch when not being used for sleeping.