What age is a gaming high sleeper suitable for?
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Short answer: Check the upper bunk age guidance on each product page. Raised beds are generally not recommended for children under six, and some ranges suit older children or teenagers better because of height and desk size.
High sleepers are popular from the early school years onward, but the right age depends on the child and the bed.
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.
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.
Check the ceiling height for high sleepers
A high sleeper puts the mattress well above the floor, so the gap between the top of the mattress and the ceiling matters as much as floor space. Measure from floor to ceiling at the point where the bed will go, especially in loft rooms or under a sloping roof, and compare it with the bed height on the product page plus the depth of the mattress you plan to use. The sleeper should be able to sit up without hitting their head, and a light fitting directly above the bed can get in the way.
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.
- Flair Skyhigh Gaming High Sleeper Bed with Desk Anthracite – Dimensions: L197cm x W116–144cm (including ladder) x H199cm; Mattress Size: Single (maximum thickness 16cm recommended) (size guide)
- Recoil Glitch Metal Gaming High Sleeper with Desk – Dimensions: L199.5 cm x W96.5 cm x H180 cm; Mattress Size: UK Single (size guide)
- Trasman Loft Pod Small Double High Sleeper Gaming Bed with Desk – Dimensions: 184cm x 240cm x 128cm; Mattress Size: 120cm x 200cm (size guide)
- Noomi Eino High Sleeper with Futon & Desk White (FSC-Certified) – Bed Type: High Sleepers; Material: Pine (size guide)
- Recoil Kyrk Storage Gaming High Sleeper Black – Dimensions: H 189.3cm x W 137.3cm x L 196.6cm; Storage: Multiple open shelves (size guide)
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Frequently asked questions
What age is a gaming high sleeper suitable for?
Check the upper bunk age guidance on each product page. Raised beds are generally not recommended for children under six, and some ranges suit older children or teenagers better because of height and desk size.
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.
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.
How do I check a high sleeper will fit under my ceiling?
Measure floor to ceiling where the bed will go and compare it with the bed height on the product page plus the mattress depth, leaving room for the sleeper to sit up.
Who can I ask for help choosing gaming furniture?
Bed Kingdom customer service on 01924 950108 or support@bedkingdom.co.uk.