Are gaming bunk beds a good idea?
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Short answer: Gaming bunk beds are a good idea for siblings sharing a room, giving two sleeping spaces in one footprint with gaming styling. Follow the upper-bunk age guidance and the maximum mattress depth on the product page.
Gaming bunk beds suit families who need two beds and still want a gaming theme.
Sharing a room
When siblings share, a gaming bunk bed or a twin high sleeper gives each child a sleeping space without taking more floor. Agree who gets which bunk with the age guidance in mind, give each child their own storage, and consider headsets so one can play while the other sleeps or studies. Desks or futons underneath can turn the lower area into a shared hang-out space during the day.
Safety on bunk beds and high sleepers
Bunk beds and high sleepers sold in the UK are made to the BS EN 747 standard for bunk beds and high beds. Always follow the age guidance given for the upper sleeping level on the product page, use a mattress no deeper than the maximum stated so the guard rail stays effective, and fix the bed together exactly as the instructions describe. Check bolts now and then because frames can loosen with use, keep the area around the ladder clear, and do not let children hang belts, cords or toys from the frame or rails.
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.
- Recoil Nova Gaming Metal Bunk Bed with Futon Black & Red – Dimensions: L200cm x W97/153cm x H170.7cm; Weight Capacity: 65kg for top bunk, 100kg for bottom bunk (size guide)
- Recoil Shuttle Gaming Bunk Bed Black & Red – Dimensions: H140.3 cm x W212.5 cm x D97 cm; Weight Capacity: 75 kg (size guide)
- Recoil Alister Gaming Bunk Bed with Desk Charcoal & Green – Dimensions: L192 + 45.1 (desk) x W110.4 x H153.1cm; Desk Dimensions: L92.1 x W45.1cm (size guide)
- Trasman High Sleeper Loft Gaming Bed with Desk and Wardrobe – Dimensions: 184cm x 240cm x 98cm; Mattress Size: 90cm x 200cm (size guide)
- Recoil Ultimate Neon Gaming High Sleeper with Desk Charcoal & Blue – Bed Type: High Sleepers; Material: Particle Board (size guide)
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Frequently asked questions
Are gaming bunk beds a good idea?
Gaming bunk beds are a good idea for siblings sharing a room, giving two sleeping spaces in one footprint with gaming styling. Follow the upper-bunk age guidance and the maximum mattress depth on the product page.
What gaming bed suits siblings sharing a room?
A gaming bunk bed or twin high sleeper gives two sleeping spaces in one footprint. Follow the upper-bed age guidance.
What safety standard applies to high sleepers and bunk beds?
Bunk beds and high beds sold in the UK are made to BS EN 747. Follow the upper-bed age guidance and maximum mattress depth on the product page.
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.