When looking for a new bed, one of the features that you may find tempting is a cabin bed with steps. After all, what could be better than waking up to a beautiful view, climb a set of stairs and find your sleeping quarters? In my mind the answer is simple – nothing can be better than that! So if you are interested in adding some steps to your cabin bed, here are some tips to help you decide which option is best for you.
First of all, it is important to realize that not only does adding steps add beauty, it also adds value to your bed. Many people believe that adding them is only a cosmetic improvement. In their minds they will buy a bed without any steps and simply place it in the corner of their room. While this does provide a simple solution to the problem, it does not solve the real issue. So before you do anything, make sure you consider how adding these steps to the bed will actually help you use the room.
Adding an additional bed to your room will not only increase its value, but will also allow you to create a more versatile space. By having a bed that offers stairs it will make the room seem more spacious and open. By making use of the stairs you can open up the floor plan of the room, giving the illusion of more space. By including a stairway in the bedroom you will also be providing another location for guests to sit while you are entertaining. Of course this does depend on the style and design of your staircase.
Before you begin shopping for your cabin bed, it is important that you consider how many sets or custom made bunk beds you plan to have. The more beds you have, the more difficult it will be to add them on to your current bed. Also, you need to think about whether you want to add just stairs, or if you want to include a bench and/or footstool as well. Adding these other items will require you to buy new bed frames. The type and style of bed frame you choose will depend on the overall design theme of the room. In addition, this item will need to be supported by the wall studs in the room.
If you plan to add a bed with steps to an already existing cabin bed, you should carefully measure the bed to determine the spacing you will need. You also need to take into consideration the distance between the bottom of the bed and the wall studs. These two measurements will help you determine the size of the steps you need to add to your bed.
Once you have selected the steps you want to purchase, you need to make sure they match the decor of the room you have selected. Some steps are very elaborate and will make the cabin bed appear to have been designed for a princess! Make sure the steps match the decor or they will stand out like a sore thumb. One thing you do not want steps that stick out like a sore thumb and give the impression that your room is cluttered.
The next step is to install the bed with steps in your chosen room. Before you begin, make sure the room is clean and any spills are removed. It is not always convenient to remove the bed with steps while the room is being cleaned. If you cannot remove the steps to the extent that you would like, cover them with plastic wrap or an even larger piece of plastic before beginning.
Using your measuring tape, measure from the floor to the top of the bed, including the step nearest to the top. Cut this number into the bed with steps to determine the spacing you need to install the bed with steps in. Use a level as you spread the liner along the bed’s legs. Spread the liner across the bed and adjust the spacing until you obtain the exact, measured measurement. Then remove the bed with steps from the wall and attach the bottom and top to hold it in place.
