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Junior & extendable beds

Beds To Match Your Kid’s Growth Spurt


Kids grow up fast. That doesn’t mean their furniture should be thrown away. Get our junior & extendable beds that grow along with your child. We’ve designed them to be durable, so they last for years - maybe you can pass them down to a younger sibling. You can pick from different styles to match your child’s tastes, from the playful BUSUNGE to the timeless SUNDVIK and versatile SLÄKT. Your kids will be delighted at having a private place to snuggle in, and since you don't have to upgrade their beds every few years, your wallet will be happy too! 

Junior beds: The perfect step between cot and full-sized bed

Transitioning from a cot to a bed is a big step for your little one. Junior beds offer a cosy, secure, and appropriately sized sleeping solution for children ready to leave their cots behind.

What is a junior bed size?

Junior beds are designed for children who have outgrown their cot but aren’t quite ready for a full-sized bed. In many countries, these beds are typically 70 cm wide and 140 cm long, making them a perfect in-between size. However, many junior beds in the IKEA range come with extendable options, allowing the bed to grow with your child. This feature is particularly useful as it ensures the bed remains a comfortable fit for several years, adapting to your child’s changing needs.

At what age is a child ready for a junior bed?

Children are generally ready for a junior bed from the age of 3 and up. This is when they start to outgrow their toddler beds and need more space to stretch out comfortably. Junior beds are tailored to this developmental stage, offering just the right amount of room while still being a manageable size for little ones.