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There are so many choices available when it comes to bunk beds or loft beds. You can purchase bunk beds as low as $199 and as high as.. well the sky is the limit. Over the years, we have seen many bunk bed manufacturers and here are some of the best.

Maxtrix Furniture

Maxtrix furniture is very unique in that you can start by using the bed as a day bed or as a castle bed (shown above). Later on, you can convert the bed into a bunk bed, high loft bed, etc... This flexibility means that the furniture will grow as your child grows. If you are looking for Maxtrix Furniture Please visit:

www.MaxtrixOnline.com

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Flexa is no longer in the USA! Flexa furniture from Denmark used to be a great furniture company. It had been in business for over 25 years in Europe and for about 7 years in the US. Unfortunately Flexa no longer sells in the US and only has limited distribution in Europe.

There is a Flexa store in Hawaii that still sells flexa items but if you are looking for remaining Flexa components and accessories you may want to check out Bergen Furniture at www.BergenFurniture.com or contact Kiddie World at: www.KiddieWorldOnline.com.

www.BergenFurniture.com

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If you live in the New York metro area, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, you may want to check out Kiddie World in Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey. They have one of the largest kid's furniture showrooms in the US. They carry a lot of different brand such as Berg, Maxtrix, Flexa (remaining items), Innovations, Tradewins, Bolton, Young America and Lea. They offer delivery and setup within the Tri-State area.

www.KiddieWorldOnline.com

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Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the appropriate age for bunk beds?
The upper bed on a bunk bed is recommended for children 6 years and older.

Do bunk beds require a box spring or foundation?
In most cases due to ASTM guidelines, you cannot use a box spring or foundation on bunk beds and loft beds. A lot of manufacturers make their bunk beds with only 3 or 4 slats so you do have to use an additional mattress support such as a "bunkie board" but you cannot use a thick box spring or foundation under the mattress. Most manufacturers now a days use a full slat roll so that you do not need to use a "bunkie board" at all. Just place the mattress on top of the slats and it is ready to use. The one thing to keep in mind is that you should have at least 5" of space between the top of the mattress and the top of the guard rail. That is why you cannot use pillowtop or a high profile mattress on the top bunk or top loft bed.

Where can I go for more information about bunk bed safety and also recall information?
First, you may want to check out the website:
US Consumer Product Safety Commission
http://www.cpsc.gov/volstd/bunkbed/bunkbed.html
You can also check out the Consumer Product Safety Commission website for any recall information.
http://www.cpsc.gov/index.html