Loft Guidelines


Most lofts purchased from reputable furniture companies will meet the College's standards. However, if in doubt (or you are thinking of constructing your own), see the general standards below:
  • Lofts may not be constructed from pressure-treated or chemically-treated lumber. Treated lumber is designed for outdoor use only and can create a serious health hazard in an enclosed environment.
  • Lofts may in no way be used in conjunction with the bed frame that is provided in the room. The student is responsible for storage of the college bed frame, which may be stored in the residence hall storage room, if space allows. The student is responsible for the return and reassembling of the bed frame at the end of the school year.
  • Any type of built-up platform (other than the bed) is not permitted.
  • The loft must be free-standing. "Pressure lofts" which exert force between floors and ceilings or between walls are not allowed, and you may not use residence hall furniture in any way to provide support for your loft. You may not drill holes in the walls, floors or any other part of your room.
  • The top of the mattress must be at least 20 inches from the ceiling. College-provided mattresses measure 36" x 80".
  • The sleeping surface (top of the mattress) cannot be above six feet from the floor.
  • No loft can be fully or partially enclosed. No loft can be fully enclosed underneath.
  • The loft may be no more than 40 inches wide and 84 inches long.
  • The loft may not block the windows or door.
  • The loft structure may not interfere with maintenance or affect utilities in the room or interfere in any way with access to any part of the room for routine maintenance.
  • No electrical wiring or fixtures or appliance of any kind may be attached or incorporated into the sleeping surface.
  • The occupants of the room where the loft is located agree to hold the College harmless and acknowledge the College is not responsible for any accident, injury, or damage to the occupants of the room, guests, or personal property as a result of the construction, design, installation, or presence of the loft structure.