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Display Name: Robertin
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I'm Roberto from Casa Kids and wanted to make a comment in regards to changing the sheets in these beds. It's true, it's not fun. The trick is to use a thin mattress (6" or 7" thick) that bends easily at the corners so you can lift it and put the fitted sheets in place. For a top bunk never use a heavy, spring mattresses that are very rigid. In addition to this, I always make my bunk beds strong enough for adults to safely go up and I also make the stairs easy to climb with enough cut outs to hold yourself.


A Custom Bunk Solution for Four Sisters
8/23/12 6:27 PM

@DUCKSTER, @SHERRYBINNH, the main reason why I did these beds 6" narrower than the standard twin size is that this room is only 5 feet wide so with a twin bed opened there was not enough space to walk around it. In my opinion, twin mattresses at 39" wide are unnecessarily wide for a child. Instead the standard 75" length can be a bit short for a growing teenager. In any case, I will be doing a version for standard twin mattresses.
@ASPRYGAL, I like your suggestion!


Double Murphy Bunk Bed by Casa Kids
8/23/12 6:19 PM

Well, I'm the designer and want to make a couple of points here. First, I agree with DUANE HILL's comments about the need of extra hand holding as you climb up the stairs (we are working on an improved design already) and MPHEELS comments about a more substantial guard rail at the top. We have already an improved version that soon will posted on our site.
Now, regarding a DIY project, MRSLIM I wish you luck with that :). It took us quite a bit of work to develop this design and resolve all the technical issues, from the actual geometry of the rotating parts to the appropriate hardware to counter balance the weight of the beds as they open. Which by the way open and close very smoothly. Regarding the price, I know it is expensive but I'm supplying about $800 in mattresses which are included in the price and I will look into lowering the price once we are making more of them. Don't forget these are made here in Brooklyn, not in China.
In any case, I very much appreciate all you comments!


Double Murphy Bunk Bed by Casa Kids
8/22/12 4:38 PM

Hi. I designed this room and wanted to answer Charmgirl's question. The beds fit regular twin size mattresses. I just made them 1/2" shorter than the standard so they would fit along the wall. My beds are normally 76 1/2" long and these are 76". Thanks for your comments!


A Custom Bunk Solution for Four Sisters
7/10/12 3:59 PM

Thank you Margo for your comments! It's a pleasure working with you and Molly. It makes really happy to know how much she enjoys her room!
More of my work can also be seen in my blog, www.robertogil.com.
Thank you all for your comments!


Molly's Tangerine Dream
Small Kids, Big Color Entry #52
11/18/10 2:30 PM