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While in the past, a parent yelling, “Go to your room!” may have been some sort of punishment, nowadays it could pass as a reward, depending on the design and furniture selection your child’s room. DirectBuy of Vancouver and DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, the leading members-only showroom and home design centers, not only offer consumers a brand new way to save on home improvement projects, but also offers some helpful tips on designing the perfect kid’s room.

“A child’s bedroom serves as much more than a place for you kids to play. It’s a study, computer room, play room, game room, video/entertainment center and even a guest room,” said Jade Allen, owner of DirectBuy of Vancouver. “By following a few simple guidelines, you can create a room that’s comfortable for them to sleep and play in, but also maximizes the space.”

Some guidelines to follow include:





Involve your children in the buying of the furniture and decorating process; it’s their room, after all, and it stands to reason they will be more comfortable with items they helped select.





Take into account your child’s age, gender and how long the furniture will be used (e.g. bunk beds might be fun at 12, but at 16 your teenager might want some more space)





Only consider bedroom furniture that has quality construction and age-appropriate design. It is also a good idea to bring children along while shopping to make sure the bedding is comfortable.




Plan for growth – not just your child getting bigger but acquiring more things and clothing that will need to be stored.





Both DirectBuy of Vancouver and DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver carry a large selection of brand-name kids’ furniture at wholesale prices direct from the manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. In addition, DirectBuy employs product specialists and designers who can help parents and children select furniture and accessories to create the look you want for your child’s room.

“Sure, parents might lose a little leverage by sending a child to their room not being seen as a form of punishment,” laughs Allen. “The upside is that by creating a room that’s a haven for your child, they’ll be happier, which in turn makes parents happier. So everybody wins.”

Since 1971, DirectBuy franchises have offered members the opportunity to enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products and accessories by buying wholesale, directly from the manufacturer. With four convenient locations in the greater Vancouver area (Victoria, Vancouver, Coquitlam, and Kelowna), consumers can enjoy a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, visit www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

About DirectBuy

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 500 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct makes members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater Vancouver area since 1997. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers, and unparalleled selection helps make members’ dream projects a reality.  It’s a comfortable setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are part of more than 160 franchise locations throughout North America.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 604-552-5255, or visiting www.DirectBuyBC.ca. 

Locations of the four DirectBuy showrooms serving the greater Vancouver area are: DirectBuy of Vancouver, 2659 Lillooet St., Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 4P7; DirectBuy of Greater Vancouver, 91 Golden Drive Unit #1, Coquitlam, British Columbia V3K 6R2; DirectBuy of Central Okanagan, #5 2260 Hunter Rd., Kelowna, British Columbia V1X 7J8; and DirectBuy of Greater Victoria, 350B Bay Street, Victoria, British Columbia V8T 1P7.

To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.directbuycares.com.

Bunk beds are one of the best ways to make best use of childrens bedroom space. Kids love bunk beds, they’re so much fun, and parents love them because it allows them to house 2 kids in one bedroom, and the kids are happy.

But although bunk beds are some of the best things you can do for a childrens bedroom, there are some bunk bed safety issues. You need to be aware that, if used improperly, or set up improperly, kids can hurt themselves. Do it right and you should have years of safe fun for your kids who will love their bunk beds, both for sleeping and playing.

Bunks are a great choice when looking for great childrens bedroom furniture. Kids adore bunk beds, they can have so much fun. Hang a sheet from the top bunk and you’ve got so many options for fun for kids.

And for parents buying bunk beds there are some huge advantages, they give you multiple options for best use of space in kids bedrooms. Bunks take up far less space than 2 single beds, and kids are much happier if you put 2 in a bedroom using bunks than if you put 2 kids in a bedroom with less room because of the 2 beds and they sleep in single beds.

Here’s a few things to remember about bunk beds.

1. Make sure that the top bunk has a railing right around the top. Ideally it should have a railing around the entire top of the bunk, however it is essential to at the least have a railing around the open sides. If there are to be 3 open sides then you need a railing around 3.

The railing should be fixed and not removeable. It’s possible if a railing can be removed that kids can remove it, and if they do then they can fall off. It should be solid and fixed.

There should be no gap wider than about 3 inches between the top of the mattress and the bottom of the railing, because it has been known for kids to fall through the gap between the bottom of the railing and the mattress. So make sure there is very little gap.

And the top of the railing should be reasonably high, I would prefer 10 inches at least, above the top of the mattress. A railing that’s 2 or 3 inches high isn’t good enough. You can get double railings which are great.

Make sure the mattress is the right size for the bed, mattresses come in different sizes and should fit the bed correctly so that there are no gaps for kids to fall through.

Don’t get a bed with a corner post (or anything else) that sticks up on it’s own. It’s possible for kids to catch clothing on anything that sticks up and fall off, hanging from the post.

Don’t get a bunk bed with loose slats for the mattress to sit on for the top bunk. It’s perfectly possible for some bunk beds that can be taken apart easily and put together easily to have loose slats that are put in place for the mattress to rest on. However if there is a child underneath who pushes on the slats and moves them then the mattress, and all the bedding above, can fall onto the child below.

And even better, get online and search a little bit more about bunk bed safety, and learn more before you buy, and you, and your kids will absolutely love their bunks to sleep in.

It is important to know the difference between different kinds of beds when you go bed shopping for your home. There is quite a bit of confusion when it comes to “cabin beds” and “bunk beds”. However, there are actually several large differences between the two of them.

Cabin beds are designed for children of all ages, from childhood to teenagers. Toddler children to about age six to seven fit the junior cabin bed, which is designed for the young. Whether a junior bed or full adult size, space is always a consideration to keep in mind. The most popular children’s cabin design is the midsleeper cabin bunk with a complete ladder and tent. The midsleeper is designed for both boys and girls and has a slanted ladder which can be placed on either side of the bed. They can also be converted to a single bed depending on the number of kids your family has.

Bunk beds are a very popular style of bed. They are made of two beds and suitable for larger families of more than on child. Most bunk beds are made of metals or hardwood which last for a much longer period and they also have different types of ladders and the safety rails which makes them suitable for a small child or teenager. Some bunk beds also have drawers and shelves at the bottom, making them vary greatly in makes and designs. The bunk bed is not just idea for smaller space but can be useful as places where kids can play.

Bunk beds are also perfect for dormitory living. Two or three teenagers can use this bed for sleeping purposes. Moreover, even when your teen won’t be sharing a room with someone else, he or she will have an opportunity to utilize the top bunk for sleeping and use the space where the bed would have been placed to place a wardrobe or personal belongings on the empty space. It’s a great way to make the most out of small dorm quarters which have limited space options. On the other hand, cabin beds use a lot of space, leaving less room for other necessary items such as equipment.

Bunk beds also come in a variety of designs like the racing cars or Barbie cars which is a great way to add color and variety to your child’s room. It adds an element of fun apart from being just a regular bed.

Whatever bed you choose, make sure you weigh all the pros and cons of both the beds before finally buying one.

What is one of the toughest things for parents? Choosing bedroom sets that will make their kids happy. And if it’s for the teenagers, don’t ask! Well, with several large furniture players coming up with their unique kids special furniture collection, things have got a bit easier for parents.

Before you begin shopping for bedroom sets, keep in mind that your kids do not want the furniture just for sleeping. They want to make a style statement in front of their friends. Nothing makes a teenager happier than a compliment from his or her friend that says, “Your bedroom looks cool!” You got it, guys; put yourself in your kid’s shoes and you will find the perfect modern bedroom sets for them!

Bedroom Sets That Complements Your Kid’s Lifestyle

If your kid has a lot of friends hanging around in his or her room, then kids bedroom sets consisting of bunk beds will be just great. If your child is a restless soul, he or she can very well climb up and down the bunk beds ladder and have fun being “trained” like in the army. If your kid has heaps of items, why not try the affordable bedroom sets that contain beds with trundles? He or she will get sufficient space in the room, as her items can be stuffed inside the drawers and shelves.

There are also queen bedroom sets available in a variety of intriguing designs to make your little princess feel on top of the world! Then there are bedroom sets made of different materials such as wood, iron, brass, and even metal bedroom sets. You will be amazed to see the colossal variety in each aspect of the furniture, be it the color coordination, finishing touch, the design, curves, styles, and so on. Even the most hard-to-please teenager will be delighted!

Economical Investment

It is wise not to indulge in extravagant furniture shopping for kids’ bedroom sets, when you can get such a huge range of beds at affordable rates. Discount bedroom sets are topping the charts when it comes to kids’ furniture. This is because your kid may outgrow the piece of furniture and would want to have something different as she grows up. This holds particularly true for teenagers who are more influenced by the changing trends. Delicate designs are also a bad choice for kids bedroom sets. Children are not very particular in handling delicate furniture. The least you want is to have a broken swirl or whorl in the design or a scratched surface in the expensive furniture set.

The hip-hop young generation wants everything stylish, so, you can’t think of putting some boring plain-looking furniture to suffice the needs of your child. Because it is not just the needs, but also the style that matters. And youth bedroom sets are tailor-made to convert your kid’s room into his or her favorite hangout place.

Surprise your kids with some chic bedroom sets. They are going to admire you first!

For many years people thought a child’s bed was an inexpensive piece of bedroom furniture since they are only used for short-term as the child grows out of the different beds quickly. The fact about kids’ beds is the beds need to offer good support as well as durability. The beds also need to be comfortable since child require the same levels of comfort for a restful sleep as adults. It is very important to realize that children have high levels of energy and without adequate sleep, they are not able to have their child-like energy naturally.

Many people realize the importance of the sturdy and durable beds for children yet the fact many children still wet the bed tend to cause parents to want to avoid the expensive beds until the child is over the bed wetting phase. The option of purchasing a quality bed for an inexpensive price is the solution to the dilemma of the kids’ bed.

There are kids’ beds available for the right levels of support and comfort for the low cost of £100 with mattress protective covers starting £20 solving the concerns of investing in kids’ bed.

In recent years, parents have a more disposable income that allows them the options of purchasing the right beds for their children that include the desired décor and designs to fit the needs of the active child.

BedSupermarket understands the need for a quality kid’s bed so they have an inventory of cost efficient beds designed for different budgets and demands to meet all the needs of the parents. The different models allow the kids to have their own beds and environment to still be kids but have the improved quality bedding.

There are dual-purpose beds that provide space, comfort, and durability. Another option for the child’s bed is bunk beds that provide additional sleeping space without taking from play area for the kids.

BedSupermarket ensures every bed sold complies with the UK safety standards especially in the areas of the bunk beds where the child is sleeping 1.5m off the ground. The metal bed stations and bunk beds are made of heavier gage steel tubing and include quality steps and ladder for additional safety for the kids.

The kids’ beds are high enough quality that the owners and employees of BedSupermarket feel confident enough to use the same beds for their own children. Based on this fact alone, the consumer can have absolute confidence regarding the quality and high levels of safety for the kids’ beds.