Play Furniture

Buying play furniture — guide & Tips

The play furniture category combines furniture that invites children to play, explore, and dream. With 177 items in the range, the selection extends from adventure beds to toy shelves to themed furniture that transforms the children's room into a little fantasy world. Whether you are looking for a loft bed with a slide or an affordable play shelf for the first own order – here you will find furniture that combines function with child-friendly design.

What should you pay attention to when buying? Stability and safety standards are crucial. Look for rounded edges, pollutant-free paints, and stable constructions, especially with climbing and loft beds. The room size determines whether a bunk bed or rather a compact single bed with integrated play area is suitable. Also check the maximum load capacity and the manufacturer's age recommendation – not every play furniture is suitable for toddlers.

Particularly popular are adventure beds, which transform the bedroom into a castle, a car, or a treehouse. They stimulate the imagination and at the same time offer a cozy retreat. For storing toys, books, and craft materials, suitable are Cabinets & Shelves from this category. They are often built lower, so children can independently reach their belongings and help with tidying up.

A common mistake when buying: Choosing furniture that looks nice but doesn't match the child's usage behavior. An adventure bed with an open slide delights three- to six-year-olds, while older children prefer a loft bed with a desk underneath. Consider whether the furniture can grow with the child – for example, through adjustable sleeping surfaces or interchangeable decor elements. Also pay attention to the room climate: Painted furniture should be odorless and off-gas within a week at most.

The material selection ranges from solid pine wood to MDF and melamine-coated particle board. Solid wood is durable and can be sanded down if scratched, but it is heavier and more expensive. Lighter materials are often cheaper and easier to assemble but last less long under intensive use. For children's rooms, furniture with washable surfaces is recommended – felt-tip pens and finger paints can be removed more easily.

Popular Play Furniture

Mathy by Bols Canopy Bed "Discovery"

Canopy bed with pull-out bed drawer – ideal for small rooms that need more play space during the day. The drawer can be stored under the bed and provides a second sleeping place for siblings.

To the canopy bed

Mathy by Bols Bunk Bed "Discovery"

Bunk bed in light green – perfect for siblings or sleepover guests. The upper sleeping area is secured with a sturdy railing, while the lower area offers space for sitting and playing.

To the bunk bed

Mathy by Bols Single Bed "Discovery"

Single bed in apple green – as a standalone or expandable into the bunk bed system. The frame made of solid beech is robust enough for active children and can be extended with matching accessories.

To the single bed

The three presented bestsellers from the Discovery series show how flexible play furniture can be. The canopy bed with pull-out bed is especially suitable for parents who want to save space – the drawer can be completely pushed under during the day, leaving the room free for playing. The bunk bed is the classic solution for siblings sharing a room. Both models are made of lacquered beech and are available in different color options. The single bed, in turn, is the basic variant and can later be supplemented with a matching tower or slide. All three products are part of a modular system that can grow with the child.

Frequently asked questions about play furniture

More categories in the children's furniture style area

If play furniture does not fit your interior design concept or are you looking for something simpler? In the overarching Children's Furniture Style category you will find various orientations that may be more suitable depending on taste and use:

Design children's furniture focus on clean lines and high-quality materials – ideal if the children's room should visually match the rest of the apartment. Children's furniture in country house style appear particularly cozy with light woods and playful details and harmonize with natural materials. If you prefer a reduced, Nordic look, you will find in the category Scandinavian children's furniture simple forms and bright colors that can be easily combined with colorful decoration.

Consider whether your child needs more imaginative play furniture that turns the room into an experience, or whether a timeless design is better that can be used longer. For growing children, system children's furniture is suitable, which can be rebuilt to grow with the child. The categories Industrial & Metal and colorful children's furniture offer special accents – the former for an urban look, the latter for colorful children's rooms with plenty of personality.

In short

Play furniture combines sleeping and play areas in a child-friendly way. The 177 items in this category include adventure beds, cabinets, and shelves – all tailored to children's needs. When purchasing, pay attention to stability, pollutant-free materials, and the room size. The Discovery series by Mathy by Bols shows how modular and durable play furniture can be. If you are looking for a different style, you will find suitable alternatives in the sibling categories of Kindermöbel Stil – from designer furniture to country house style to Scandinavian or colorful versions. The decisive factor is that the furniture matches your child's age and usage habits and can grow with them as much as possible.