Most bunk beds also convert into twin beds. Whether the need is for extra space or to have room for a sleep-over, the bunk bed is the solution. As the bunk bed has evolved, so has the attention to safety. The American Furniture Manufacturers Association and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission joined forces to establish voluntary safety guidelines. These guidelines have been established to ensure that beds are manufactured to withstand the use of children safely.
Ongoing revisions continue to improve the standard.
When purchasing a bunk bed, ask if the manufacturer is compliant with these guidelines. One way to be sure is to check to see if the bed carries a warning label. Use guardrails on both sides of upper bunk. Prohibit more than one person on upper bunk. Use ladder for entering and leaving upper bunk.