Pros
REAL wood
Young children can easily climb the ladder
Sturdy
Easily Becomes 2 Separate Twin Beds
Safety rail on top bunk is high and will greatly reduce fall risk
Cons
Assembly was difficult. It took 2 adults over 3 hours to assemble. It was stressful and time-consuming. You are given a box of unlabeled wood frame components and bags of screws, metal fixtures and bolts with no indication of which is what. The directions show a diagram of the contents and if you count how many you have of each, you can figure out whats what on your own. It wouldve been easier if they were pre-labeled.
Wooden slats of top bunk are exposed. Small children may be able to pick at/harm the wood or themselves from below.
Neutral
An adult cannot sit comfortably on the bottom bunk. I am 52 and have difficulty. I would take this into consideration if you are planning on purchasing for older children.
The weight limit on the top bunk is 165 pounds. In the event that an older child/multiple children would want to be on the top bunk, this could pose a safety issue.
The finish is not a stain, but rather a paint that can be scratched or in the case of my 4 y/o, chewed off.
Advice
Before you begin assembly, count out each individual piece to differentiate which goes where and MARK THEM YOURSELF. They are not labeled and it was somewhat maddening by the end of the whole ordeal.
Brings some friends! The frame was heavy and awkward. It was do-able with 2 people, but would be much easier with 3 or more.
If you plan to separate the bunks at some time, do not secure the ladder to the top bunk. It is sturdy and will not fall. It will save you the pain of unnecessary drill holes.
Give yourself plenty of time to complete this project.
Now that the bunk beds are assembled, they are lovely and the kids love them.
You Will Need 3 Adults For Assembly
Pros REAL wood Young children can easily climb the ladder Sturdy Easily Becomes 2 Separate Twin Beds Safety rail on top bunk is high and will greatly reduce fall risk Cons Assembly was difficult. It took 2 adults over 3 hours to assemble. It was stressful and time-consuming. You are given a box of unlabeled wood frame components and bags of screws, metal fixtures and bolts with no indication of which is what. The directions show a diagram of the contents and if you count how many you have of each, you can figure out whats what on your own. It wouldve been easier if they were pre-labeled. Wooden slats of top bunk are exposed. Small children may be able to pick at/harm the wood or themselves from below. Neutral An adult cannot sit comfortably on the bottom bunk. I am 52 and have difficulty. I would take this into consideration if you are planning on purchasing for older children. The weight limit on the top bunk is 165 pounds. In the event that an older child/multiple children would want to be on the top bunk, this could pose a safety issue. The finish is not a stain, but rather a paint that can be scratched or in the case of my 4 y/o, chewed off. Advice Before you begin assembly, count out each individual piece to differentiate which goes where and MARK THEM YOURSELF. They are not labeled and it was somewhat maddening by the end of the whole ordeal. Brings some friends! The frame was heavy and awkward. It was do-able with 2 people, but would be much easier with 3 or more. If you plan to separate the bunks at some time, do not secure the ladder to the top bunk. It is sturdy and will not fall. It will save you the pain of unnecessary drill holes. Give yourself plenty of time to complete this project. Now that the bunk beds are assembled, they are lovely and the kids love them.