Kids Loft Beds

What Is A Loft Bed?

A kids loft bed is a bed on a frame with long legs. The mattress is at the top. The space below can hold a desk, shelves, or a play area. This keeps the floor clear and the room feels big. As your child grows, you can modify the space: one year it is a play corner, the next, a study zone.

Plan The Room First

Measure the room with a tape. Check the wall length, the door width, and the ceiling height. Leave room above the top mattress so your child can sit up. Keep a clear path from the door to the wardrobe and desk. Plan where the ladder stands so drawers and doors still open. Mark the bed shape on the floor with paper tape. Open the door and any wardrobe doors to see if anything bumps. Note plug points and radiators so you know where lights and desks can go.

Easy Ways To Use The Space Below

Use the open area in simple ways that help each day.

• Play: Add a small rug and a low shelf for toys.
• Study: Put a compact desk, a chair, and a lamp.
• Store: Slide baskets or drawers under the frame for clothes and books.

Pick one main goal for a small room. Do not pack too much in. Wheels on boxes make clean-up fast. A short curtain can also hide storage and create a cosy corner. A loft bed for kids frees floor space by raising the mattress, so the area below can hold shelves, a drawer unit, or a quiet study spot.

Light And Desk Setup

Place the desk so it gets soft light. Add a task lamp on one side, not behind the head. Keep only a few items on top. Put pens and paper on a small shelf above. This helps your child start homework fast and finish with less mess. If your child is left-handed, put the lamp on the right so their hand does not cast a shadow. Keep the screen at eye level and sit in the chair so your kids' feet are on the floor or on a footrest. Run cables along the wall so the ladder area stays clear.

Safety Basics

Set simple rules from day one. Use the ladder with two hands. Keep the steps dry. Use the mattress size the maker says. Keep the guard rails on. Tighten the screws after a few weeks and check them again regularly. Keep the floor under the bed clear. Do not jump on the bed. Do not play on the ladder. A small night light by the ladder helps at bedtime. A soft rug under the frame gives grip and feels nice on bare feet.

For Younger Children

Some children aren't ready to climb yet, and that is perfectly fine. Start with a small, low bed from Boori's Toddler Beds collection so they stay close to the ground while they build confidence.

As they grow, move to a simple low frame from our Kids Single Beds range to keep the room easy to use and easy to style. When your child can use a ladder safely, consider a loft bed for kids as the next step, and practise together on the first day by standing close and going up and down slowly.

For Older Children

Schoolwork grows with age. A wider desk, a deeper chair, and more shelf space can fit under the frame. Keep wires neat and away from the ladder. Kids Double Beds offer extra width for growing shoulders and longer legs, giving older sleepers more comfort without crowding the room. Add a pinboard for notes and a tray for chargers so the top stays clear. A small bin under the desk keeps paper off the floor.

Simple Storage That Works

Pick two or three storage types and use them every day.

• Deep drawers for clothes and spare sheets
• Open cubes for toys and school kits
• Toy cabinets with easy slide-out storage tubs

Set a five-minute tidy time each night. Books go back on the shelf. Toys go in a bin. Use picture labels for younger children so they can match items to the right place. Keep everyday items on low shelves and place heavier items even lower for safe lifting; these small habits keep the area around loft beds for kids neat.

Where To Put The Bed

Try these easy layouts.

• Along a wall: The long side touches the wall. The centre stays open.
• Across a window: The frame sits at a right angle to the glass. Light is softer at pillow height.
• Study corner: Desk on the quiet wall. Pegboard above for headphones and pens.
• Storage wall: Drawers open to the free side so they slide out fully.

Tape the shape of the frame on the floor before you buy. Check the chair space and the swing of the doors. Leave room to change sheets without bumping the desk. Keep the ladder side the same as the clear walkway so climbs feel simple.

Materials And Care

Choose a frame with smooth edges and firm fixings. Wipe the finish with a soft cloth and mild cleaner. Do not use harsh pads. Vacuum the slats when you change sheets. Recheck and tighten the bolts each term so a kids loft bed stays quiet and strong. Keep the room dry and aired. Wipe spills quickly. Close curtains on bright days if the sun hits the frame for many hours, so colour stays even. Good care helps the bed look new for years.

Make It Your Child's Place

Let your child add small touches. Hang one poster. Pick a soft rug. Choose a desk pot for pens. A small plant on a shelf adds life. Peg clips can hold a timetable or a drawing. Keep big items simple so the room can change later with new art and colours.

See In Person Or Plan At Home

If you are looking for somewhere you can buy a kids loft bed near me, check out the Boori online store. We have a range of beautiful and functional kids beds, including single beds, double beds, bunk beds, and loft beds, ensuring there is one that suits your child's needs.

We offer delivery to addresses in the UK mainland, allowing for an easy shopping experience.

Quick Tips

• Measure height from floor to ceiling
• Leave headroom above the top mattress
• Keep the ladder path clear
• Put lights where they do not shine in the eyes
• Use labels so tidying is fast
• Check the fixings again after a few weeks
• Note plug points before you place the desk
• Try the tape outline test on the floor

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