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All American Bunk Beds was founded on the premise that consumers wanted quality constructed and fair priced bunk beds.  For some unknown reason the furniture industry has decided to provide either very poorly constructed bunk beds that are in the $300-$800 range or they offer tremendously overpriced beds that cost between $1,500 and $3,000.

Another option to consumers is the low cost poorly constructed import beds from China or other 3^rd world type countries that are offered in our MEGA retail stores.

Here at All American Bunk Beds you will find only 100% Made in the USA Youth and Young Adult Bedding and Case Goods

20 Things You Should Never Buy Used

By Wise Bread

Posted: June 7, 2010 Print

We all love scoring great deals on Craigslist and Ebay, but many second-hand purchases are actually terrible [...]]]>

Great article from US News and World Report about buying used items and what you should NOT buy used. Take notice of numbers 1 and 13.

20 Things You Should Never Buy Used

By Wise Bread

Posted: June 7, 2010
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We all love scoring great deals on Craigslist and Ebay, but many second-hand purchases are actually terrible deals. Stay clear of these 20 used items that will end up costing you money — or even endanger your health.

1. Cribs and children’s furniture: If there’s any chance that you’ll put your children at risk by buying used, just buy new. Used children’s furniture, especially cribs, can be a safety hazard because you can’t be certain of a potential recall or if the crib was installed correctly. (See also 7 Baby Items You Don’t Need to Buy.)

10 Inventive Ways to seats: Even if a used car seat looks OK, damaged car seats aren’t uncommon. Considering that safety technology improves every year — and the fact that car seats can go for as little as $50 — buying new is usually the better option.

3. Bicycle helmets: Usually, a crash would only crush the foam inside the helmet casing, so the damage to the helmet may not be visible. However, since helmets are meant to protect against one accident only, buying new would be a safer bet.

4. Tires: Sometimes it’s hard to tell if used tires were once part of a totaled wreck. If they have been in an accident, they’re bound to be unstable and unreliable. Putting your safety at risk for the sake of saving a few bucks just doesn’t add up.

5. Laptops: Because of their portability, laptops are prone to all sorts of abuse and problems. When you buy a used laptop, unless it’s refurbished, you have no idea what it’s been through or when important parts will die on you. You also don’t get the warranties and tech support that come with buying new.

6. Software: Most software comes with a serial number that you register with the company when you activate the software on your computer. If the serial number on your use software has already been registered, you can’t use it again.

7. Plasma and HDTVs: The cost for fixing or replacing the parts on plasma or HDTVs is high. Sometimes, it costs as much as buying a new TV. Considering the repair costs, you’d want to get an extended warranty, but that isn’t an option if you buy your TV used.

8. DVD players: While it’s smart to buy used DVDs, this doesn’t apply to DVD players. DVD players have lasers that will eventually wear out. The cost to repair or replace may cost more than the player is worth.

9. Digital and video cameras: Like laptops, used digital and video cameras are likely to have been dropped and banged around. It may not be obvious, but once the damage kicks in, it’ll be expensive to repair. If you know what to look for in a digital camera, you can get a great new camera without breaking the bank.

10. Speakers and microphones: Speakers and microphones are sensitive audio equipment that don’t stand up well to blasting and mishandling. Like laptops and cameras, the damage may not be obvious, but their performance would be severely compromised.

11. Camera lenses: An SLR camera lens is the most expensive part of a camera. It also directly affects the quality of your images. Any damage to the lens, however slight, will show up in your photos.

12. Photo light bulbs: Not the ordinary light bulbs you use at home. We’re talking about the light bulbs used with photography equipment. They’re relatively expensive, but their life span is short enough that you likely won’t get much use out of them if you buy second-hand.

13. Mattresses and bedding: Just think: You may be sleeping with other people’s mold, mites, bacteria, and bodily fluids. Besides, even the really good mattresses are only supposed to last eight to 10 years, and it’s hard know for sure how old a used mattress may be.

14. Swimsuits and undergarments: This is probably a no-brainer, but it needs to be said: Do not, do not, do not buy used swimsuits or undergarments. They’re worn too close to the body — someone else’s body — to consider buying used.

15. Wet suits: Wet suits lose the ability to keep you warm over time. If you’re a scuba diver, or the last owner was one, the constant change in water pressure will eventually wear out the wet suit and make it more likely to tear.

16. Shoes: If you get used footwear, it’s likely they’re already molded to the last owner’s feet. Poor-fitting shoes are not only uncomfortable but can cause all sorts of health problems, as well.

17. Hats: Hats are likely not cleaned before they’re resold or donated. If you buy a used hat, you don’t know if you’re also getting skin infections, old sweat stains, hair products, and other cringe-worthy remnants. Now that’s a deal you don’t want.

18. Makeup: A good thing to remember about used makeup is that it’s a breeding ground for bacteria and a number of contagious diseases. The great deal you found may come with pink eye and cold sores. Instead of buying used, consider making your own beauty products (it’s easier than you think) or skip makeup altogether.

19. Pet supplies: Old stains and odors continue to ferment even if used pet supplies are sitting around in storage. If cleanliness is ever an issue, just say no.

20. Vacuum cleaners: Vacuums are among the heavy-duty household appliances that tend to get a lot of use and abuse. They can also cost more to fix than if you bought them new right from the start.

I never thought a bunk bed could bring peace to my family, but it has.  My oldest daughter, now budding into her “tween” years, loves to read.  Her three little sisters often thwart her efforts to find a cozy corner to cuddle up with her favorite Nancy Drew [...]]]>

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I never thought a bunk bed could bring peace to my family, but it has.  My oldest daughter, now budding into her “tween” years, loves to read.  Her three little sisters often thwart her efforts to find a cozy corner to cuddle up with her favorite Nancy Drew series, but she’s found the perfect place.  She now retreats to the upper bunk of her “Cozy Corner” bunk bed.  All American Bunk Beds has many different designs, including the Stairway to Heaven model, which are out of the ordinary.  The “Cozy Corner” is one that is “L” shaped, and the two beds are separate, so you can choose where the lower bed goes.  We opted to put the lower bed beside the upper bunk instead of underneath; the space under the upper bunk is used as a play area for the younger kids.  They make forts and play princess in the castle while my older daughter gets some much needed privacy just above their heads.  When we bought the bunk bed, I knew we were buying a quality product made in the United States.  What I didn’t know is just how much the kids would enjoy this piece of furniture.  Welcome to bunk bed heaven. 

How much space do you have to work with?   Do you need a twin bunk bed, twin over full or full [...]]]>

Let’s face it – kids love bunk beds.   However, bunk beds aren’t just appealing to kids; because they’re great space-savers and are essentially two beds in one they are perfect for college dorms and hunting cabins.

How much space do you have to work with?   Do you need a twin bunk bed, twin over full or full bunk beds? What shape is the room?  How high is the ceiling?  Knowing the answers to these questions will help you determine what size, shape, and configuration of bunk bed you will have room for.

Choosing a bunk bed with the right specifications is very important.  You might really love the L-shaped bunk bed complete with matching built-in desks, but if the shape of the room is long and narrow, the loft bunk bed might not fit.  To select a bunk bed that will fit the space, not just physically but esthetically as well, the bunk bed should proportionately fill the space vertically and horizontally.

At All American Bunk Beds you will always get inexpensive and high quality bunk beds everyday.  All American Bunk Beds is an exclusive reseller of Woodcrest Manufacturing products.  We sell only products that are Made in the USA.  Give us call.  We will be glad to assist you…..

The festive season will be here sooner than you think so make sure you order your bunk beds in time for Christmas!  To avoid disappointment, you need to order as soon as possible.   Whether you require a twin over twin, twin over full, bookcase or our new Stairway to [...]]]>

Love it or Hate it, the holiday season is coming….

The festive season will be here sooner than you think so make sure you order your bunk beds in time for Christmas!  To avoid disappointment, you need to order as soon as possible.   Whether you require a twin over twin, twin over full, bookcase or our new Stairway to Heaven bunk bed,  you will find www.allamericanbunkbeds.com the best place to buy your bedroom furniture this Christmas.

Many of us struggle each year to find the ideal gift for your family.  Whether you have a child or teenager growing up and you cannot think of a good present to buy them that they will make use of  -  buying a new bunk be can be a great gift idea!   Not only do bunk beds make a great present but they are functional, long lasting and will provide many a good nights sleep.

We are confident that we can offer the Cheapest Prices on Bunk Beds and mattresses throughtout the Pittsburgh, PA area.

We consider ourselves to be the sleep experts to assist you with choosing the right bed or mattress. 

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“Everyone wants to feel safe and [...]]]>

Three-quarters of the children who sustain bunk bed-related injuries are aged 10 or younger, but injuries have surprisingly risen among individuals those between the ages of 18 and 21, noted the study from the Center for Injury Research and Policy of The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. 

“Everyone wants to feel safe and secure while resting or sleeping, yet bunk beds are a common source of injury among children and adolescents,” study co-author Lara McKenzie, principal investigator in the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s, said in a prepared statement. “Our study found that bunk bed-related injuries can be severe and require hospital admission.  In addition to children less than 6 years of age, young adults have a significantly increased risk of injury from bunk beds in schools, recreational sports facilities and public properties.”

For all ages, falls were the most common injury related to bunk beds along with cuts, bruises, scrapes and bone fractures.  Fractures, while the third most common injury, were nearly six times more likely to require hospital admission, transfer to another hospital or overnight observation than all other injuries.

The study called for better strategies to prevent bunk bed-related injuries, including:

• using guardrails on both sides of the upper bunk with guardrail gaps being 3.5 inches or less to prevent entrapment and strangulation;
• checking that the mattress foundation is secure and the mattress is of proper size;
• not allowing children under age 6 to sleep in the top bunk;
• using night lights to help children see in a dark room;
• removing hazardous objects from around the bed; and,
• placing bunk beds safely away from ceiling fans or other ceiling fixtures