For bunk beds we leave 4 of space underneath the lower rail and the lower mattress starts at 10 from the floor.
Ideal ceiling height for bunk beds.
It is essential to have 33 to 36 inches of space between the top of the mattress and your ceiling which means your ceiling should be about 100 inches high four inches more than a traditional 8 foot ceiling.
Leg height space underneath upper mattress 2 bed slat thickness mattress thickness safety rail height above the mattress.
But it is not wise to allow children younger than 6 years of age to occupy a loft bed or the upper bed on a bunk bed.
A loft bed remains one of the very best ways to utilize space in a small bedroom or a dorm room.
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While bunk bed heights vary the average bunk is usually between 5 1 2 and 6 feet tall.
The most popular heights for bunk beds are children s 65 68 high bunk beds and 70 to 72 high bunk beds.
Be sure to measure how high your ceilings are before considering bunk or loft beds.
Leave at least two feet of space between the bunk bed and the ceiling to prevent bumps.
Low bunk bed height younger children love bunk beds.
Along with floor space determine ceiling height too.
Is the age of your children and the ceiling height of the room safety.