Can you get an FSC-certified gaming bed?
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Short answer: Yes. Some gaming high sleepers in our range are made from FSC-certified wood; the product name and material line confirm this.
For eco-conscious families, timber sourcing matters.
Wood, metal or board?
Gaming beds and desks come in metal frames, solid wood and engineered board. Metal frames tend to be slim and industrial-looking, solid wood suits a calmer look and some ranges are FSC-certified, and engineered board allows built-in desks, shelves and colour panels. Check the material line on the product page, as it tells you exactly what each piece is made from, and match it to the style of the room and how long you want it to last.
Choosing something they will not outgrow too quickly
Children's tastes change fast, so think about how a gaming bed will work in a few years. A standard single or small double mattress size makes replacement easy, neutral frame colours with bright accents can be refreshed with bedding, and a desk that suits homework as well as gaming earns its place for longer. Check the weight capacity on the product page if an older child or teenager will use it, and look at whether the desk height suits their current size.
Getting the mattress right
Gaming beds use standard UK mattress sizes, but the depth you can safely use is set by the bed, not the mattress. Most product pages list the mattress size and a maximum mattress depth; stay within it, particularly on a raised bed where the guard rail height depends on it. Many gaming beds are sold without a mattress, so check what is included before ordering. If the room will double as a sleepover space, look at beds with a pull-out drawer or trundle and check the mattress depth that drawer can take.
Products to look at
These are in stock in the Bed Kingdom range at the time of writing; see each product page for the live price, full specifications and delivery time.
- Noomi Tera Solid Wood Gaming High Sleeper (FSC-Certified) – Bed Type: High Sleepers; Material: Pine (size guide)
- Noomi Tera Solid Wood Small Double Gaming High Sleeper (FSC-Certified) – Bed Type: High Sleepers; Material: Pine (size guide)
- Noomi Eino High Sleeper with Futon & Desk White (FSC-Certified) – Bed Type: High Sleepers; Material: Pine (size guide)
- Kids Avenue Noah Gaming High Sleeper Bed with Gaming Desk and LED Lights in White – Dimensions: H 184cm x W 209cm x D 127cm; Mattress Size: 200cm x 90cm (Euro) (size guide)
- Kids Avenue Urban Grey High Sleeper Gaming Bed with Desk Underneath – Dimensions: 208.5cm x 116cm x 180cm; Mattress Size: 90 x 200 cm (EU Single) (size guide)
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Frequently asked questions
Can you get an FSC-certified gaming bed?
Yes. Some gaming high sleepers in our range are made from FSC-certified wood; the product name and material line confirm this.
Are metal or wooden gaming beds better?
Neither is better overall; it depends on the look and features you want. The material is listed on each product page.
Will a gaming bed last as my child grows?
Choose a standard mattress size, check the weight capacity and pick neutral frame colours with accents you can change, so the bed adapts as tastes change.
Can I use any mattress on a gaming bed?
Use the mattress size listed on the product page and stay within the maximum mattress depth, especially on raised beds where the guard rail height depends on it.
Who can I ask for help choosing gaming furniture?
Bed Kingdom customer service on 01924 950108 or support@bedkingdom.co.uk.