Beds and Bedding

Loft Bed

Posted on Thu, Sep 9, 2010 by Benny in Beds

From their earliest form made of straw, beds have already evolved into many different styles and forms to suit various needs and consumer preferences. Some beds are intended for comfort and luxury; others are made to be more cost-efficient.There are also those designed to be easily transported or stored.

There are several types of bed intended to maximize or save room space. Among them are bunk beds, Murphy beds, and loft beds. Bunk beds are those are composed of two beds, one stacked over the other with the use of bed poles. These beds save bedroom space by accommodating two people or providing two bed spaces while occupying floor space for only one bed.

Murphy beds, on the other hand, are those that can be folded up and kept in a wall closet or cabinet when not in use. Also called fold away beds or wall beds, Murphy beds maximize room space by allowing the space, usually occupied by the bed, to be used for other purposes when the bed is folded away.

Loft beds, on the other hand, are similar to bunk beds, except that there is only an upper bunk that is elevated from the floor. The space where the lower bunk should be is used for other purposes. Some people use this space for work desks, drawers, chest, playing mats, or another bed.

Loft bed benefits

Loft beds are cleverly designed to make use of vertical space that’s often unused. It uses an entire vertical area for at least two purposes, thus, saving bedroom space. Some loft beds have trundle or stowable beds aside from the top bunk and the space for other purposes.

 These loft beds allow for about three functions in just one vertical area: two spaces for sleeping and a space for other things such as putting drawers or a work desk.

Some loft beds also offer other features such as built-in storage. These loft beds usually cost more than the bunk beds. Aside from rooms with limited floor space, loft beds are also a popular choice for kids’ and teens’ bedrooms. Although loft beds usually have safety railings to prevent the occupant of the “top bunk” from falling off, they are not advisable for younger kids who still can’t climb up the loft bed and those who move too often when sleeping.  

The open space beneath the bed is ideal for children’s toys and other stuff. It can be used to accommodate a computer desk or a sitting area, as well as another bed for younger kids.

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