Although wood is still the prevalent material when it comes to bunk bed construction, metal bunk beds do have their place in the market, and actually hold a fairly decent percentage of it. And with good reason: they exude a modern, contemporary look and are by and large sturdy and durable. Metal bunk beds are also somewhat less expensive, which is due partly to lower production costs, and partly to their simplicity; they generally come with fewer optional items and additions than their wooden counterparts and that reflects in the price.
Since metal allows for relatively easy shaping, many modern metal bunk beds feature appealing curvy forms that add to their attractiveness. They can be constructed of steel tubes, metal rods or wrought iron; that said, tubular design is by far the most common type found on the market today. Quality metal products are coated with so called powder-coat finish which is considerably tougher than conventional paint and offers a better resistance toward scratching, chipping, UV damage and rust. Plus it looks great.
Twin Over Twin Metal Bunk Beds
That pink metal bunk bed looks just adorable, doesn’t it? But if it’s a little too much for you, it is also available in silver, black and white. The Powell bed with its strong thick posts justifies its heavy duty tag. The finish you see is called pewter, also available are black and white.
Twin Over Full Metal Bunk Beds
Another Daury here, a relative of the twin sized Daury above. Pictured here in black, but four more finishes are available, including the lovely pink and a thyme green. The Powell bed looks to be made of the same stuff as the Powell twin above, going for a more robust look. And build. Which does show in the price, mind you.
Full Over Full Metal Bunk Beds
What a contrast between these metal bunk beds. One is a classic beauty with a sleek, but rather traditional silhouette, there to serve a function. And the other is a small marvel of contemporary design, wouldn’t be out of place in any modern, posh architectural setting. It comes with a price tag that fits, though.
Low Height Metal Bunk Beds
The Eastfield and the Kutcher bunk beds look like they come from the same family. And they probably do. Too many similarities here. They achieve their lower height by minimizing the space between the floor and the lower bunk which is fine I guess, but… Looking at these pictures, I can’t help but wonder, how do you clean the dust that gathers underneath the bed? Do you have to move it each time? Or maybe just lifting one side would be enough. Being made of metal, these beds are supposed be lighter than their wooden equivalents. You’d still need help, though.
Triple Metal Bunk Beds
Triple bunk beds are all about maximizing sleeping space per square foot. Of course, in order to be able to take advantage of such a setup you need enough vertical space to fit it in your living space. This kind of triple bunk bed usually reaches a height of about 76 inches, which means you probably need at least a 9 foot ceiling to avoid head bumps for the person occupying the top bunk. And to come at least close to complying with the 3 feet recommendation.