My twin girls have used this bed for three years now. The first year we had it configured as two beds, then we moved to bunk configuration. Children are now going on seven and the bed is still working great.  We chose this one because it is not as high as many others and we have a lower ceiling. The weight rating for the top bunk is not is not sufficient for a large grown-up, so definitely a bed for children. But it is quite sturdy. The ladder does not take too much room, yet is sturdy and angled just enough to feel safe even for a young child at night.