Inform children to use only the ladder for getting
On March 26, 2009 in General
Inform children to use only the ladder for getting up and down from the top bunk. A lot of bunk beds have slats on either end that can look like climbing structures that kids see at the playground. Nevertheless, only the ladder is exclusively planned to support their weight that is increasing with each passing year. As well, see that they climb down facing the ladder and holding on firmly. Respect the manufacturers’ weight restrictions! Some bunk beds are constructed to handle up to 400 lbs. on the top bunk, but not all are. Read the accompanying safety materials to determine the weight limit. If none came with your recycled bunk bed, a medium-sized adult (approximately 200 lbs.) should climb to the top bunk to check the sturdiness and rigidity of the frame.