Kids Trundle Beds Vs. Bunk Beds

For parents in search of space-saving beds for their kids who are concerned with the safety of bunk beds, a kids trundle bed may be a good solution.  Unlike bunk beds in which one bed is raised off the floor by quite a few feet, trundle beds do not involve elevations higher than regular beds.  This is very good news for parents plagued with visions of their naturally rambunctious kids falling head first from the top bunk. 
Trundle beds are also different from bunk beds in that they take up less space than two beds, but that's only true when the trundle is stored away.  You still need the floor space for a second bed when it's bedtime.  This need not be a bad thing, though, as it requires kids to clean up after themselves if they want to have a bed to sleep in.  They will be forced to clear any toys, books, etc. from the area in front of the bed to roll out the bottom bed. 

One aspect of the trundle bed that may be a disadvantage when compared to a bunk bed is that there needs to be a separate place to put bedding, as the trundle is wheeled under the bed and there is usually no place on that bed for pillows, blankets, etc. You could have both kids store their bedding on the top bed for an easy fix, or perhaps store bedding in the closet. In any event, this is one consideration to keep in mind when making your choice. One good thing about trundle beds is that they are less restricted in terms of age. A trundle bed will be more useful in a guest room for guests that aren't children, because few adults wish to climb into a high bunk for sleeping. With a trundle bed, they won't have to get up high, nor will they have to sleep on the floor or on a uncomfortable sleeper sofa with a pull-out mattress. Speaking of comfort, it's wise to get a trundle frame that offers good support. Wire frames generally offer support that is less even, similar to a pull-out sleeper sofa. You want to avoid these, especially for a kids trundle beds that get regular use. Finally, instead of deciding between a kids trundle bed or a kids bunk bed, you can combine the two for the most sleeping space possible. That is, of course, if you don't mind the higher elevations of that top bunk.