Choose from Fun and Functional Kids Beds for your One of a Kind Child

There is a wide variety of kids beds available for bedrooms in either contemporary or traditional decor. Space saving daybeds with a pull out trundle or wooden loft beds are ideal when two or more children share a room - drawers, shelves and a desk will fit in an area not much bigger than the bed. A ladder and slide help the kids up and down.

Making the most of it

Metal or wood bunkbeds remain a favorite with kids and parents. Rails are necessary - and make sure that its construction is safe - a label should say that it meets ASTM-1427 safety standards.

Mission or Shaker kids beds in a captain style allow for extra storage underneath - some may be purchased as part of a set that includes a bookcase, dresser, night stand and other furniture.

Romantic and elegant

Decorating for the kids may involve classic iron beds with scrolls and arch designs. Drape fabric over a solidly built rail to fashion a canopy. A small princess "four poster" is a great choice for a toddler.

Sturdy and practical

Full size European styled platform beds are comfortable and well made - the slatted frame does not require a boxspring - a regular double mattress or futon fit securely on the slats.

For fun

Create a novelty theme using a headboard that is upholstered with colorful hearts and pockets or the shape of a baseball glove. A bright red fire truck cot or racing car can keep up with boys and girls as they grow - start with crib mattresses and change to twin sizes when the child is older.

Let kids use their imagination for play - decorate with a fantasy castle complete with towers and drawbridge. Let them sleep with butterflies under a tough, well ventilated nylon mesh tent.

For allergy sufferers

Kids beds cater to special needs for those with a sensitivity to the environment. Buy organic cotton futons and bedding that is free of chemical flame retardants.