The 9 Things Your Parents Taught You About Mid Loft Bed
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Mid Loft Bed With Desk
A mid loft bed (read) provides additional space for sleeping as well as study and play, but isn't as high as bunk beds. These solid wood beds have the capacity of 1,000 pounds and have an angled ladder that is 10" above the mattress. They also come with handrails.
Pick from slats, panels or curved bed ends and add case goods based on your storage requirements.
Stores
A lofted mattress can provide a lot of additional storage space. Some beds are over a desk with plenty of room for a monitor for a computer or TV screen, as well as an office chair and a space to draw, write typing, and other work-related or school-related activities.
A lot of our lofts have ladders or stairs to access the sleeping area. This is a great option for younger children or rooms with lower ceilings. Many kids like the challenge of climbing an up-and-down staircase to get to bed, and it can be a fun method to let them play and learn to get up and down from their lofted mattress. There are many different styles and different heights of ladders and stairs to fit your space and your child’s bedroom decor.
Kivik Sand loft bed with drawers and desk is a favorite for studying, sleeping and storage. The top platform can accommodate a full-size mattress. The lower part features 4 drawers as well as spacious shelves. The shelves can be accessed by removing the top bunk, or lifting the top bunk. The drawers feature solid oak sides and bottoms as well as metal ball-bearing glides. They are dovetailed. If additional sleeping space is needed an upholstered platform or captain's bed can be added to the set.
Another option for loft storage is our McQwinn White Junior Loft Bed with Desk and Storage. The twin size comes with a 3-drawer chest and a small student desk hidden beneath, both constructed of solid birch with natural finish. This loft bed with a mid-height is ideal for children who are young, or bedrooms with lower ceilings. At a later date the legs of the loft extender can be removed to convert to the standard size twin or twin over full bunk bed as your kids and family increase in size.
Try the Esport Gaming Series metal twin loft bed that comes with a computer desk to get a modern and sleek appearance. This loft bed for kids is designed to be used by a single person but it is easily converted to bunk beds with the addition of stairs and guardrails. Its simple lines and clean lines are sure to complement the majority of bedroom themes, and its durable construction will endure the test of time.
Reading Nook
The space under a loft bed can be transformed into a cozy reading space. Add a comfortable chair, a reading light, and a bookshelf of baskets of books to create the perfect environment to read the book. Reading nooks that are lofted are great for those who live in a studio apartment or small space, or have limited space for floor space.
A custom mid loft bed lets you incorporate an enclosed area underneath the bed which can be used for an office, reading nook or fort. The area can be stained or painted to match the decor of the bedroom. The frame includes an opening for a door and a window for easy access. This can be built in Twin or Full Queen size loft beds. We offer a variety of designs, including a Pirate Fort or Camp. Contact us if you would like more information about this design.
If your child is an avid reader, a loft bed with built in shelves is the best option. Create a comfy place to read in chairs that they can sit in. Include a desk that can hold magazines and books or a laptop for studying and they'll have an ideal space to read their favorite books.
The nook is able to be fitted with task lighting that is adjustable to ensure optimal reading conditions. This will reduce eye strain during long hours of reading. Softer ambient lighting will also help create a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for unwinding with a good book at the end of the day.
A mid loft bed is the ideal option for a reading nook since it's not as high as a bunk or a full size loft bed. This kind of loft bed is more comfortable for children and they will have a space to read, work or play. Add a fun slide to this bed and your child will be even more excited to spend time in their new space!
Study Area
Loft beds with desks are popular among college students who live in cramped apartments and dorms. Teens, kids, and tweens have also taken them up for their bedrooms at home, as they save space and can be used as the use of a desk as well as a bed. Research shows that children who have their own desks and study nooks are more organized and develop better study habits. They also do better in school.
The mid rise bunk bed loft bed is the perfect choice for this since the sleeping area can be set up high and the workstation or desk can be placed beneath. A majority of our loft beds include whiteboard, desk or corkboard and five 10" deep shelves. These shelves are ideal for storage and studying. We have a large selection of footboard accessories such as a Desk or Bookcase, and more. These can be added to the bed to provide more storage and study space.
A mid loft bed comes with another benefit that it can be transformed into a twin or full-size conventional bed after getting rid of the slide, ladder and guardrails. This makes it a great option for shared bedrooms where children can each have their own sleeping space and still have plenty of floor space for playing and other activities.
Addition of a slide or top tent to a luxurious loft bed can make it more thrilling for kids who want more excitement. The tent can be used for sleepovers and the slide is a great option to get down from the loft bed when it's time for bed. The mid loft bed is a great play area, since it's not as high as the high loft bed. It is also more manageable for children of a younger age.
Fun!
If your children are old enough loft beds are an enjoyable project for them to complete with your family. As long as the space between the sleeping area of the mid loft bed and the ceiling is substantial (around 2ft), your children can paint their mid loft beds in any shade. It's an excellent way to express their personality and style, and also to personalize their bedroom.
A mid rise bunk bed-loft mattress is perfect to create a dedicated workspace, with enough space to accommodate an office chair, a desk or a sofa under. You could also turn it into a cozy nook by incorporating a comfortable chair and a bookshelf. Combine it with an reading lamp or reading light to create a comfortable spot to relax and read your book.
Even if you don't wish to build an office or study space, you can still use your kids ' mid loft bed to store things. You can double midi bed the floor space with a loft bed to house a matching set of dressers or shelves. Loft beds are also a great choice for older kids who have outgrown their Barbie or Fire Truck themed bedroom and are now tweens and teens.
Add a ladder to your child's loft bed to allow them to climb to the top. This is particularly crucial for children with low ceilings. With an rung for the ladder that is designed to be comfortable for climbing and a deep drawer beneath each step, they're also a handy place to keep toys and games.
The Maxtrix Gamma Twin Mid Loft midi bed frame with Staircase and Ladder is available in your local Wayside Furniture & Mattress stores in Akron and Cleveland, Canton and Medina and Youngstown and online at livingetc.com.
