The Comprehensive Guide To Mid Loft Bed
Mid Loft Bed With Desk
A mid loft bed provides additional space for studying, sleeping and playing but isn't as tall as the traditional bunk bed. These solid wood beds have the capacity of 1,000 pounds and come with ladders with angled sides that extend 10" above the mattress. They also have handrails.
Pick from slats or panels or curved bed ends and add matching casegoods based on your requirements.
Storage
A lofted bed could provide plenty of storage space. Some beds are over a desk with plenty of room to accommodate a computer monitor or television screen, plus a chair and a workspace to draw, write, typing and other work-related tasks.
Many lofts in our homes have ladders or stairs for access to the sleeping space. This is a great option for rooms with lower ceilings or younger children. It is enjoyable for children to climb up a staircase to their lofted bed. Ladders and stairs are available in a variety of heights and styles to suit your space and your child's bedroom decor.
Kivik Sand full-size loft bed with drawers and desk is a favorite for studying, sleeping, and storage. The top platform can be used for a large mattress, while the lower end features four drawers and shelves that can be opened by lifting the top bunk or removing the ladder. The drawers are dovetailed, and feature solid oak sides, bottoms and metal ball bearing drawer glides. If additional sleeping space is needed A low platform or captain's bed could be added to the set.
Another option for loft storage is our McQwinn White Junior Loft Bed with Desk and Storage. mid sleeper small single includes three drawers of storage and a small student desk tucked underneath and is constructed from solid birch with natural finish (also available in Chestnut). This loft bed with a mid-height is great for younger kids, or bedrooms with lower ceilings. The loft extender legs are easily removed at a later date to transform the loft bed into a full-size double or twin-over-full bunk bed.
For a modern and sleek look, try the Esport Gaming Series Metal Twin Loft Bed with Computer Desk. This loft bed is ideal for children and is designed for a single person, however, it can be transformed into a bunk bed with the addition of stairs and guardrails. Its clean lines, simple silhouette and durable construction will complement any bedroom theme.
Reading Nook
The space under the loft bed can be transformed into a comfortable reading space. Include a comfy chair, a reading light, and a bookshelf of baskets of books to create the perfect setting for relaxing with the book. Reading nooks with lofts are ideal for those who reside in a studio, small apartment or have limited floor space.

A custom mid loft bed allows you to create an enclosed space under the bed that may be used for a reading nook, desk or fort. The area can be painted or stained to match the decor of the bedroom. The frame comes with an opening for a door and a window to allow easy access. This can be accomplished with Twin, Full or Queen-size loft beds. We have a variety of different designs for these such as the Pirate Fort, Camp, Pirate Fort, Camp or just plain. Please contact us for more information about this design.
If your child is a voracious reader, a loft that has built-in shelving is the perfect solution. Add a comfortable chair to read in and make it a place they will want to return to over and over. Add a small table to hold books and magazines or laptop computers for studying and they will be able to stay engaged with their most loved books.
Add task lighting that is adjustable to the nook to ensure optimal reading conditions. This will help reduce eye strain during long hours of reading. A softer ambient lighting will create a relaxing environment, perfect for unwinding at the end the day with a good book.
A mid loft bed is the ideal option for a reading corner since it's not as high as a bunk or full size loft bed. Children are less likely to be scared by the height of this type of loft and will enjoy having their own space to enjoy reading, working or playing. This bed in the middle is made more fun when you include a slide!
Study Area
Loft beds with desks are becoming more popular among college students who live in small apartments and dorms. Kids, youth, teens and tweens also have chosen to have them in their rooms at home as they can save space and can use it for both a desk and bed. Studies show that children who have their own study nooks and desks are more organized and develop better study habits. They also do better at school.
A mid loft bed is the best for this because it allows the sleeping space to be higher and the workstation or desk can be placed beneath it. A majority of our loft beds come with whiteboard, desk or corkboard, and five 10" deep shelves. These shelves are great for storage and studying. We also have a wide selection of optional footboard accessories like a Desk, Bookcase and more that can be added to provide additional study and storage space.
A mid loft bed has another great feature: it can be converted into a twin or a full-size conventional bed by taking down the ladder, slide and guardrails. This is an excellent option for shared bedrooms where each child will have their own bedroom and still have enough floor space to play and engage in other things.
A deluxe mid loft bed can be made more fun by adding a slide and top tent which is a great choice for kids who are looking for more excitement in their room. The tent is great for sleepovers and the slide makes it simple to get out of the loft bed at the end of the night. The mid loft bed makes an excellent play area since it's not as high as the loft bed with high ceilings. It is also easier to manage for children of a younger age.
Fun!
Loft beds can be an enjoyable project for your children to work on together if they are young enough. As as the space between the sleeping area of the mid loft bed and the ceiling is large (around 2 feet) Your children can paint their mid loft beds in any shade. It's a great way to let them express their individuality and style and also give a personal touch to their bedroom.
A mid-loft mattress is perfect to create a private work space, with enough space to accommodate a desk, a chair or a sofa underneath. Alternatively, you could turn it into a comfortable reading space with a comfortable chair and bookshelf. Combine it with a reading light or lamp to create a comfortable spot to lose yourself in your book.
You can still make use of the mid-loft bed as storage, even if you do not want to add an office or study space. A loft bed is the ideal home for the bookshelves or dressers that match that allow you to double your floor space. They are also a great option for older kids who have outgrown their Barbie or Fire Truck themed bedroom and are now in tweens or teens.
A ladder or staircase to your child's loft bed makes it simple for them to climb to the to the top and safe for children with low ceilings. With a ladder rung designed to be comfortable for climbing and a deep drawer under each step, they're an ideal place to store games and toys.
The Maxtrix Gamma Twin Mid Loft Bed with Staircase, Ladder and Guard Rails is available at your local Wayside Furniture & Mattress store in Akron, Cleveland, Canton, Medina, Youngstown, Ohio and on the internet at livingetc.com.