Beds and Bedding

Bunkbeds

Posted on Wed, Sep 8, 2010 by Benny in Beds

Bunkbeds are space-maximizing beds, which can accommodate two people. They are composed of two bed spaces or bed surfaces wherein one bed or bed surface is stacked on top of the other bed. Making use of floor space for only one bed while accommodating two people, bunkbeds are ideal for rooms with limited space.

Bunkbeds are commonly found in kids’ bedrooms, as well as in bedrooms for at least two occupants such as those in hostels, dormitories, summer camp cabins, prison halls, university resident halls, ships, and garrisons.

It is believed that bunkbeds were descended from the early loft beds in ancient culture such as that of ancient Egypt. The bunkbed’s design and structure are believed to have evolved from these loft beds in ancient Egyptian culture.

Structure of bunkbeds

The two beds of a bunkbed are stacked on top of each other through bed poles or pillars. These pillars are placed at the four corners of the beds, holding the top bunk in place. There is also a ladder to help people climb to the top bunk. To ensure that the occupant of the top bunk does not fall off when sleeping, railings are usually placed on the top bunk’s edges.

Some models of bunkbeds allow for the adjustment of top bunk height. Others have privacy curtains for the lower bunk.

Types of bunkbeds

The concept of bunkbeds’ structure is simple: one bed is stacked on top of another bed with the help of four poles of pillars. Bunkbeds in this basic form are called basic bunkbeds. They can come in different sizes: twin over twin, single over single, twin over full, and full over full.

There are also other bunkbed designs that have evolved from this basic form. Loft beds, for example, are composed of only one bed space held by four bed poles. The space that is supposed to be for the lower bunk is used for other purposes such as placing a working table, a play mat, a cabinet, or another bed.

Other bunkbeds are composed of stackable bunks, which can be removed and separated when needed. These are called stackable beds.

Futon beds, on the other hand, are more stylish bunkbeds where a futon is placed where the lower bunk is supposed to be. Futons can be designed and customized to blend in with the room’s color and decors.

Trundle beds are another type of bunkbeds. There is also an upper bunk, but the lower bunk is used as a space for a bed that can be trundled when not needed.

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