All residence hall beds will come set at the standard low height of 20” with the ability to be lofted to a medium or high height. The following measurements are from the frame to the floor:

• Durward, Edwards, Ingersoll Halls: Medium Height = 34”; High Height = 55”
• Academic Village, Allison, Braiden (Floors 1-3), Corbett, Laurel Village, Newsom, Parmelee (Floors 1-3), Summit, Westfall Halls: Medium Height = 36”; High Height = 60”
• Laurel Village, Braiden (4^th Floor), Parmelee (4^th Floor) Halls: Medium Height = 36”; High Height = 72”

Residents who wish to loft their bed are encouraged to do so during Move In with the help of a friend or family member. Instructions will be provided and staff assistance will be available if needed during this time. For assistance with bed lofting after Move In, submit a maintenance request, and allow 2-4 weeks for this to be completed.

Students are expected to return all lofted beds to the standard low height (20”) before moving out in the spring. Failure to do so (or improperly doing so) will result in a $100 charge.

Note: Economy Double room beds will be high-lofted or bunked prior to Move In, with code-required safety rails attached to the high bed. Furniture in Economy Doubles have limited ability for re-arrangement due to code restrictions.

Tips and Guidelines:

• Carefully follow instructions provided to ensure the bed is lofted safely and damage is avoided.
• Two or more people are required to loft a bed.
• Soft mallets will be available at the hall front desk. Supply may be limited.
• Some halls will require bed ends and pins to loft to the high setting. These will be provided upon request.
• Remove the mattress before lofting.
• Remove all items and furniture under beds before lofting.
• Lift with your legs/arms, not with your back.
• Safety rail usage:
  • Safety Rails are recommended for use on Medium lofted beds.
  • Note: Any bed lofted higher than medium standard heights of 34” or 36” require a safety rail.
  • If you are lofting your bed away from a wall or in front of a window, you should use two safety rails — one for each side of your bed.
  • If not already in the room, submit a maintenance request.
• Avoid using tape as it will leave permanent marks on the furniture.
• See your hall’s Building Services Supervisor or your RA with questions.
• Do not remove any furniture or safety rails from the room. Missing items may be charged to the resident upon Move Out.

View bed lofting instructions