Archive for June 22nd, 2009
Loft Beds
Loft beds are beds that were elevated off the ground. They were most common in college dorm room to make more room for a chesterfield or computer desk. They have come popular in the home for kid’s rooms again to give more room if it’s a small bedroom. Loft beds are a bed built on stilts usually a twin-size frame attached to the inner braces of the structure. You can easily make your own loft bed for your child but for safety reasons you might want the help of a professional builder. Many furniture stores care loft beds they are just like bunk beds without the bottom bunk.
Some features that come with a loft bed when buying from a store is a futon built in below for extra sleeping area or just to sit on. They come with a kid’s organizer with small closets or drawer, toy chest and other storage space.
When decorating your kids room with a loft bed finish it off with a set of twin Egyptian cotton sheets.
Small Dorm Room Luxuries
If you’re sending a child off to college this coming fall, it can be an exciting and difficult time. Especially if your child is used to a loving and luxurious home, the prospect of moving out to a dorm can cause a bit of trepidation. But there are ways to make the transition as smooth as possible. For one, be excited with your child about their new independence. This will help them focus on the positive.
And two, look into a few luxuries that your kid can take to the dorm. Even if they have to sleep on a flat mattress on the top of a rickety bunk, that doesn’t mean they can’t have Egyptian cotton sheet sets at their disposal. In this way, they will have one small indulgence and luxury to look forward to every night. And because these will be durable and long lasting, they can also make all the subsequent moves with your young college student.