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Loft Beds: Great for Small Apartments, Dorm Rooms, Small Bedrooms and Any Tight Space
Loft beds are great for small areas because they add extra floor space, a comfortable place to sleep and an extra storage, work or relaxation area to any room.
Whether dealing with a small college dorm room or just a small bedroom in a home, loft beds allow you to enjoy more space in a room that otherwise would not be available. Not to be confused with traditional bunk beds, loft beds are similar to bunk beds, but with only a top sleep area. Supported in the air by four bed posts, this design raises the sleep space off the floor and allows all floor space under it to be used for other purposes.
Although this bed frame only has a top bunk, it may cost more than a traditional bunk bed. The higher cost is because many designs offer a loft bed with desk, loft bed with a couch underneath, loft bed with drawers or a loft bed with workstation.
Special Features
Loft beds may be made of wood, metal or PVC. They traditionally require the use of a twin mattress, although some can be full-sized. A box spring is rarely needed since this design utilizes the traditional "bunky board" or solid platform that is commonly found on regular bunk beds. This design is available in both children and adult sizes.
Loft beds for children are typically lower to the floor than adult-sized loft beds and are often called low loft beds. Generally, a small desk or dresser will fit below the actual bed. Children's beds usually range between four to five feet in height. This makes them ideal for parents to reach the child when necessary, while adding extra usable floor space to the room.
Adult loft beds are usually six to seven feet in height. They are tall enough that most adults can comfortably stand under them. Often, a television area with a sofa or a study area with a desk is placed under the bed.
These sleep units can range in price from a few hundred dollars for most metal or PVC designs, to a few thousand dollars for solid wood beds. Metal and PVC frames hold less weight than do wood frames, so check the specifications to ensure that the bed you choose can withstand the weight of the person who will be sleeping in it.
Benefits
Loft beds provide the benefits of adding space to smaller rooms while still providing a comfortable sleeping habitat. They also often add additional storage, depending on the design you choose. A loft bed with drawers is a terrific addition to a room which has little place to put an extra chest or dresser.
Disadvantages
This design is not recommended for very small children who may have trouble getting out of it in the event of an emergency. There is also the hazard of falling, for very young children. Those who are handicapped or have mobility issues should also refrain from using this design.
Best Buying Tips
When shopping for a loft bed, measure the distance from the floor to the ceiling in the bedroom you wish to place it. The distance from mattress to ceiling should also be measured. This ensures that the person using it will not bump his or her head on the ceiling each morning on rising.
This bed design is becoming increasingly popular in college dorm rooms because of the obvious advantages. If you're looking for a dorm loft bed, be sure to check with the college in question, as they will have their own specifications as to furniture that they allow in their facilities.
Loft beds, when used appropriately, can open up floor space and make a bedroom or small living area a pleasant escape from the worries of the day.
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