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How Much Does a Loft Bed Cost? A Quick Guide with Examples.

How Much Does a Loft Bed Cost? A Quick Guide with Examples.


While a bunk bed has two beds, a raised bed above the floor-level bed, a loft bed only has a single top bunk with an open space below. A common reason why a loft bed frame is chosen is to provide extra floor space, which can be used for other functional items, like a desk, bookcase, storage, or play space. Additionally, novelty loft bed frames, complete with tree houses, playhouses and swings, can be chosen for the design aspect.

A loft bed frame costs between $150 and $2000. The price depends on the size, the material of the frame, what special or custom features it includes, whether it comes bundled with a set of mattresses, whether it has a guardrail installed, and a variety of other factors. Metal loft bed frames designed for kids are at the lower end of the price range. 

This loft bed costs $150. On the lower end of the range of costs.
Simple loft bed with a desk, chair and cork board. This loft bed frame costs approximately $150. Image from Ebay.

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  • What are loft beds? A comprehensive guide 
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  • What's the best age for a loft bed or bunk bed

How much does a loft bed frame cost?

Here are average prices for loft beds that you can find while shopping:

  • Metal loft bed for children: $150 – $200
  • Wooden loft bed for children: $300 – $500
  • Metal loft bed for twin mattress: $170 – $250
  • Wooden loft bed for twin mattress: $300 – $600
  • Metal loft bed for full mattress: $250 - $600
  • Wooden loft bed for full mattress: $400 – $800

Usually loft bed frames are available in twin or full mattress sizes. At a higher cost, custom sized loft bed frames may be found such as king or queen loft beds. 

How does size affect the cost of a loft bed frame?

As the size of the loft bed increases, the cost generally increases as well. Loft bed frames are primarily available in two mattress sizes, twin or full. In general, loft bed frames that hold larger mattress sizes also have larger weight capacities. Here's our guide to loft bed weight capacities.

Here are examples of different sizes of loft beds and their costs:

Loft Bed Frame Size Weight Capacity Loft Bed Cost
Green Forest Metal Loft Bed for Kids Twin for Kids / Junior 220 lbs ~$140
YourZone Metal Twin Loft Bed for Adults Twin, Extra Tall, for Adults and Kids 225 lbs ~$160
WE Metal Full Loft Bed for Kids Full for Kids, with Guardrail 250 lbs ~$225
Black Metal Full Loft Bed Full, for Adults and Kids 250 lbs ~$230

How does the loft bed frame’s material affect the cost?

Many loft beds are made of wood, metal or both. In general, metal frames are more affordable than wood frames. 

Metal loft bed frames can be made from steel plates, metal rods, or wrought iron. Steel tubes are one of the most common materials in bunk beds, since steel tubes are lightweight and durable. Metal materials are often painted with a powder-coat finish to withstand scratching, chipping and rusting.

Wood loft beds are typically made of either single types of wood, such as pine, or composite wood, which is a made of wood fiber joined together.

Here are some examples of loft beds with different frame materials and their costs:

Loft Bed Frame  Size Material Weight Capacity Cost
Dorel Living Milton Loft Bed Twin, Junior, Low Height Engineered Wood (composite) 165 lbs ~$150
Max & Lily Pine Loft Bed Twin, Tall Pine 400 lbs ~$460
Home Accents Metal Loft Bed Twin Steel 250 lbs ~$260
Walker Edison Twin Metal Loft Bed Twin Steel with Powder Coat Finish 250 lbs ~$320
Safstar Metal Loft Bed Twin, Junior/Kids Metal, Iron 330 lbs ~$190

What other attributes affect the cost of a loft bed frame?

Loft beds come in a wide variety of styles and features. The price may increase with the more features a loft bed frame includes. This section outlines some of the most common loft bed designs. For a complete list of furniture you can put under a loft bed, take a look at the linked article. 

  • Classic Loft Bed: Usually the traditional loft bed features only one top bunk with an open space below.
  • Loft Bed with Built-in Desk: a loft bed with its own built-in workstations that include a desk, and sometimes additional features like keyboard trays and shelves.
  • Loft Beds for Young Kids: Crafted with children in mind, these loft beds come with imaginative features such as slides, nooks for reading and playhouses.
  • Loft Bed with Built-In Storage: Packed with features such as shelves, side tables, and drawers, loft beds with built-in storage are ideal for saving space.

Here are some examples of loft beds with different features:

Loft Bed Frame  Details Options Weight Capacity Cost
DHP Junior Twin Metal Loft Bed with Slide Metal frame with metal stairs and slide White/White, Silver/Blue or Silver/Red; Children 200 lbs ~$160
DHP Studio Twin Loft Integrated Desk and Shelves Metal frame; Built-in desk with multiple shelves on each side for storage; safety rails; metal slats Black or Silver; twin 200 lbs ~$380
Walker Edison Metal Twin Loft Kids Bed Steel frame with powder coat finish; ladder; slats Mint; Children 250 lbs ~$330
Better Homes Loft Bed with Storage Shelves Slate color, metal frame Twin, Slate 250 lbs ~$180

How much does it cost to build a loft bed frame?

Building a loft bed frame, instead of purchasing one, can save a lot of money, if you already have all the required tools.

The total cost to build a loft bed frame will vary depending on the raw materials (frame and connecting materials) and types of tools used to construct the bed. Generally, prices may range from $200 - $1000. The easiest type of loft bed frame to construct is from wood, unless you know how to weld metal. The wood chosen for the frame will affect the cost of the project as well as the strength of the construction. The material chosen for the frame may also impact the finishing you need on top of the frame to protect it from regular wear and tear.

Here are some great resources for building your own loft bed frame: 

  • HackLab DIY Loft Bed Video
  • The Design Confidential has a great set of loft bed plans for a simple twin loft bed with storage space underneath. The total cost is approximately $150 - $200 for this set of plans. 
  • This set of plans from Renovation headquarters tries to use the lowest cost materials for a loft bed with a desk
  • A great plan from Tomorrow Magazine for a Twin loft bed that costs very little in time and money

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