If you have a small bedroom or need to put in an extra bed, there are many types of beds available that help make the most of your space. Bunk beds, loft beds, futons, Murphy beds, sofa beds, trundle beds are some of the many options available on the market.
Bunk beds are a good option for the children’s room. They are two beds one above the other separated by support struts. Thus giving you two beds in the space for one, freeing up area for children to study and play. Of course, safety precautions must be considered and bunk beds should only be used for children over the age of six.
A variation of the bunk bed is the loft bed, where there is a bed on top, but the lower area can be used for a variety of purposes. It is sometimes used as storage space. It is common these days to find empty space designed in a studio with a table and storage cabinets.
Sofa beds are a good option if you need to have an extra bed for occasional visits. They are used as sofas or seating arrangements during the day and can be unfolded into a bed for the night. There are numerous designs available and one should choose based on comfort and ease of use.
Traditionally, futons were thin mattresses that were and still are used in Japan. They fold up and store away when not in use. Today they have been modified and used in the west to resemble a sofa bed. They usually have a wooden or metal frame with a thin mattress that can be used as a sofa and unfolds to be used as a bed.
Murphy beds or wall beds are another available option. Here the bed is stored against the wall and can be folded down for use when needed. Wall beds come in high quality and designs that match your home decor, so it can be hard to tell there’s a bed. These are ideal for a small apartment or as guest beds to use in your living room or study. There are varieties available where the bed is stored inside a cabinet with doors.
You also have the futon bed Fu chest another option for hidden beds. They look like an attractive chest of drawers when not in use. The mattress is stored inside this designed faux dresser.
The trundle bed is another convenient and good option for a space-saving bed. It is basically an extra bed that can be stored under the normal bed. When needed, it can be unfolded from under the main bed. It’s a great choice for kids’ sleepovers. There are variations available. The basic one is low framed and others are available that can be raised to the height of the main bed. In general, it is advisable to buy the trundle bed as a set, a pair designed to fit and work together.
The high platform bed is becoming common these days. Gives you extra storage space under the bed. They look elegant and stylish.
Always try to use the vertical space around you to maximize the available floor space.