21 Abr Buying bunk beds for hostels: a matter of the right knowledge and optimisation
Bunk beds represent the perfect escape route for large families and have been for decades. Not only that, they are also the star product of tourist establishments: bunk beds for youth hostels, hostels and other shared accommodation allow establishments to save space in rooms destined for shared use.
The main reason for their popularity is the savings they offer in terms of space, which is why they are the preferred choice for furnishing any room. In a space where only one bed would be located, a bunk bed allows for an extra one and can even provide the option for three beds in the case that we opt for a triple bunk bed or a bunk bed featuring a double bed.
Additionally, although it is true that whenever we talk about bunk beds we imagine children’s bunk beds, they are not the only ones who benefit from the installation of bunk beds. Bunk beds for adults are just as useful and offer the same range of benefits.
The bunks and beds manufactured by 30m2 are the best solution for making the most of space in shared rooms at hotels, hostels, youth hostels and other shared accommodation as they offer great resistance, durability and additional useful features that enhance good-quality rest.
What we need to know when choosing a bunk bed
Choosing a bunk bed is no easy task when we consider that several aspects must be taken into account, including the material, assembly, the quality and size of the bunk beds used and their aesthetics. First of all, it is essential to know what types of bunk beds are available to us:
- Double bunks: the two beds are placed one above the other.
- Separable double bunks: can be converted into separate beds
- Triple bunks: three beds are fixed one on top of the other.
- Family bunk beds: they differ from triple bunk beds because they have a double bed in the lower part and a single bed on top.
- Folding bunk beds: they are the perfect solution if you’re looking for two extra beds to host family and friends, since they can be folded up.
As we already mentioned, another important factor in choosing bunk beds for hostels is the way they look visually, or their aesthetics, as this factor makes a huge difference to any room. Although beds are synonymous with rest, the colours used in each bunk bed will directly affect that rest. For this reason, very striking colours have been ruled out and plain colours like shades of white and black are preferred.
Hostel bunk beds: What makes metal the best material?
If we look at the current market, it’s fair to say that bunk beds are manufactured to be resistant and long-lasting. However, the material that best offers these qualities is, without a doubt, metal. In addition to being resistant, steel bunk beds are lightweight, making it easy to move them from one place to another. Bunk beds made using this material are also solid, waterproof and don’t wear out over time.
Metal bunk beds for hostels are perfect for spaces that don’t get much natural light, as they create a feeling of more light in the room. Its structure can be in a round, square or rectangular tube depending on the design of each manufacturer.
Metal also prevents infestations of bedbugs or woodworms, which proves to be a huge advantage especially in the case of tourist establishments that, with the constant transit of travelers, are vulnerable to problems such as pests and sanitisation processes.
Wooden bunk beds
Bearing these facts in mind, we don’t recommend the use of wooden bunk beds to furnish hotels, hostels, youth hostels or other shared accommodation. These bunk beds tend to be made using solid pine, which provides warmth and naturalness, but enjoys a much shorter lifespan, is less resistant and is prone to becoming the habitat of unwanted guests. Additionally, they require high levels of maintenance.
At 30m2, we manufacture bunk beds and beds exclusively designed for the contract sector,specifically for hotels, hostels, youth hostels, group accommodation and hospitals, among other types of accommodation.