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Many furniture makers are offering new takes on staid bunk bed styles. No longer do all bunk bed options feature two stacked, wooden twin beds. Now, one can easily find bunk beds that are a combination of a double and a twin mattress, perfect for room shares between an older and a younger child, as well as bunks that offer a true mattress on the top and a futon on the bottom. These options are a great choice, not only for rooms that are shared by siblings, but also for children who enjoy sleep overs, or guest rooms that need to house multiple people.

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One of the models that is enjoying a sharp rise in popularity is a bunk which features a bed on the top and a modified futon on the bottom. This futon, when unfolded, becomes a generously sized double bed, large enough to accommodate two adults comfortably. When the bed is not in use, the folded futon will add couch like seating to the room, maximizing the use of space in even the smallest bedroom. Most of the options in this category feature sturdy metal frames with attached ladders, another space saving amenity.

Another of the great modified bunk beds are those that include a third trundle bed on the ground level. Often wooden, these three layered beds offer a twin sized bed at the top, a full sized bed below, as well as a trundle bed that can be tucked away when not in use. Even if the trundle will be regularly used, it may be tucked away during the day, opening up the room and allowing more space to play or walk around.

A bunk bed is the perfect space saving tool for any sleeping area. Whether you are furnishing a room that will be shared, or a guest room that may need to sleep visiting groups, consider a modern bunk bed for comfort and convenience.