Kids Beds

The Parental Guide To Buying The Perfect Kids Bed

At Urban Ladder, we have a saying that furniture chooses you. It is the same with kids beds. Buying a kids bed online is the easiest thing because it is a fun family affair without mid-shopping tantrums and tired limbs. What’s not to love about this quick and effortless process when buying beds for kids?

According to experts, a child will spend up to 40 percent of their childhood asleep. Kids beds that are supportive of the physical and psychological development of a child are a necessary investment for those who want to win at parenting. There has been tremendous advancements in kids bed design in recent years. Do you need a foldable kids bed? Or one with a study table for kids? How do you find the kids cot that is just right for your angel? Here’s our guide to all things related to kids cots.

Do you need kids beds with storage?

Space is a modern luxury and families are having to learn to do more in smaller spaces. Optimization is key. A kids bed with a storage option is a tremendous help under these circumstances. There are multiple types of storage options available.

• Box storage solutions for messy kids:

  Offers enormous storage capacity underneath the mattress. Though not the easiest in terms of access, it is suitable for bulky items that are needed only once in a while, like winter clothing. In terms of a bed for kids, box storage provides extra storage options that is great for teenagers but not suitable for younger kids without adult supervision.

• Drawer storage options for growing kids:

  Also offers enormous storage capacity and is easier to access. A simple pull-out drawer, that can house clothing, toys, books and a whole lot more. Kids bed with drawers is a great addition to childrens bedroom furniture irrespective of their age.

• Open shelving alternatives for busy kids:

  Provides the easiest access of all storage options with compartments for smaller items such as books, small toys, stationery and more.

If you are looking for a bed for your kids with storage options, look no further than our Toshi as it contains all three types of storage options. This affordable kids bed is perfect for those whose worlds are slowly expanding. It has the perfect kids bed dimension for older kids.

How do you select the right-sized children bed?

Too often parents invest in small beds only to have their kids outgrow them in a year. A children bed is an investment—in their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. A child’s room is their sanctuary in this world. A good sized bed gives a child the space they need to grow into the adults they need to become. Experts suggest that the transition from beds for children to a normal-sized adult beds (3ftX6.3ft) should ideally occur when the child is between 18 and 36 months. At Urban Ladder, we have a range of semi-adult cots for children that will see them through childhood to graduation. Here are some of the features we include in our children’s beds.

• Railings:

  Our beds for children have railings to prevent active sleepers from falling off their beds, especially if the bed is raised well off the floor. See our Barnley for how this children bed design is optimized to ensure safety.

• Lowered children cot:

  A bed for children should be easily accessible for small limbs. Climbing on and off should be effortless, for children below a certain age, without sustaining injury. Our Yuri is an ideal kids cot for children who are slowly turning into young adults.

• Dimensions:

  When shopping for children bed online, especially on our Urban Ladder website, there are detailed dimensions listed to ensure that you know exactly what you are buying and can even measure your room to ensure the best possible fit.The ideal children’s bed is one that is long enough and wide enough to be comfortable.Typical bed sizes are 3ft X 6.3ft. A children’s bed will either be of those dimensions or slightly smaller. Like our Yorktown.

• Features:

  Beds must enable some level of convenience. Whether through storage, as detailed in the previous section of this article, or perhaps easy access to books and knickknacks from handy bookshelves that flank the bed. Every piece of furniture must facilitate everyday living.

What are the benefits of buying a kids single bed?

One of the many questions that parents are confronted with when they think about buying a kids bed is, how big of a bed do their kids need? The correct answer to that question is - it depends on the space available in the room, on whether your child has a full room to him/herself or whether they will be sharing with their siblings. Our range of single beds for kids is quite vast and gives you as many options as you might need.

A single bed for kids makes sense if the room is rather small and there isn’t much space. It is important that kids have access to a study table and have enough floor area to play, dance, twirl, and all the things that kids like to do in their free time. A single kids bed will afford kids the extra space they need. A single bed also makes sense for kids who need to share a room. A pair of single beds for girls or boys in a room still gives kids a sense of independence and belonging. Our Yuri is a stackable option for siblings who need the extra space in their room but still need to share a space. It contains two kids single beds that are stackable for easy storage in the day. We have options that convert kids single to double beds as well, in the form of trundle pull-out beds.

What are the benefits of a kids double bed?

If you have the space, then why not. Who wouldn’t want to luxuriate on a sprawling, double bed? A kids double bed can also be utilitarian. Think of those times when you have relatives sleeping over and you need to convert a kids bed into a family bed. Or when your child is sick and you want to sleep nearby to keep checking on him or her. Our kids double bed designs offer utility plus comfort. Whether a kids double bed for girls or boys, our designs will match any décor. We also have kids double bed with storage options available.

Whatever your budget, specifications, décor, or room size, Urban Ladder has kids beds that suit your requirements.