5 Most convenient types of cardboard paper beds

Not only unique furniture, but cardboard paper beds have also really become useful items in emergencies such as natural disasters, pandemics, or act as an environmentally friendly alternative for conventional plastic beds. Besides, the paper beds are easy to assemble, durable and cost-effective.

Why is folding paper beds safe and economical?

• Completely made from sturdy &strong cardboard with great which can stand 5 – 15 people
• Easy to use, recycle and environmentally friendly
• Quick and gentle to dismantle (while bulky metal and wooden beds require a lot of assemblers)
• Serve many different purposes such as beds, sofas, chairs, reception tables, …
• Easy transportation due to the compact, lightweight nature
• Space-saving
• Simple, unique and sophisticated design
• Using paper bed is maximum cost savings compared to wooden and metal beds, etc.

Let’s go through this article to explore interesting types of paper beds and its incredible properties.

1. The “earthquake” paper bed

On April 14, 2016 (4 years ago), Japan’s Kyushu Island in Kumamoto Prefecture was severely struck by a huge earthquake. The death toll was nine people and its consequence wreaked havoc on many facets of this region. Many people were at huge loss aftermath, but thanks to these clever “Box Beds”, at least the disaster survivors had spent some good nights of sleep.

These creative paper beds were invented by J Pack, a smart-thinking Japanese paper manufacturer. They were first introduced to the alive victims of Japan’s Tohuku earthquake back in 2011 and then they became useful again 5 years later to help the sufferers in Kumamoto.

These beds are delivered in the form of boxes yet turn out to be the full-fledged cozy beds once assembled. Though simple as it looks, this kind of bed offers you more than enough privacy needed and under-bed storage partitions where you can neatly place your belongings.

Despite the fact that these cardboard beds are made out of paper, they are unthinkably sturdy and can put up with 20 persons each time! Now that’s what we call “thinking outside of the paper box”.

2. Stuggart paper bed 

This super durable cardboard bed designed by the Stuttgart Design Center can last up to 10 years. It was in the 1989 German collection and is environmentally friendly. This is a great option for those who enjoy the beauty of tidiness.

Noticeably, this bed incorporates 4 drawers longer than 1m each, making it the ideal room for you to arrange items such as books, blankets, pillows, clothes, etc.

 Here come the amazing benefits that this folding paper bed bring about:

The cardboard bed can prove to offer enduring benefits, rather than just a temporary option: stability and durability are achieved by a sensible plug-in construction (without metal and plastic connections) and a particularly sturdy double corrugated cardboard.

You can repeatedly dismantle and assemble these beds when using them. The cardboard is not flimsy at all. It can carry many hefty persons and still stays in shape. A patent was granted for the construction and the bed was included in the 1989 German Selection for design by the Design Center Stuttgart.

3. 7 layered paper bed

This is one of the most compact and economical types of carton beds. Beds are made from 7 layer-corrugated cardboard to make it robust.

You can treat it as a simple bed or can utilize it as a wonderful reading place as well. In essence, these beds are made completely of recycled paper which is more convenient to have it removed and shipped. Plus, the material is so durable since it is waterproof and provides incredible insulation against heat.

4. Yanko Cardboard Bed

This is a very comfy cardboard bed designed by Yanko. The cardboard paper bed is made up of multi-layer corrugated stiff paper weighing 14.5kg and makes it suitable for easily supporting a person as they sleep, while the front section is crafted from bamboo to reinforce the durable nature of the frame.

Although made from paper, this bed still ensures comfort for users. This type of bed has a honeycomb layered structure so it is easy to flexibly open and assemble that suits perfectly each bedroom space.

Crafted from high-strength cardboard, the bed frame has an accordion-style design that can be pushed back against a wall to turn it into a bench seating solution when not being used as an extra bed.

The Pro Idee Cardboard Paper Bed also has an adjustable cushion that will fold according to needs for enhanced comfort.

5. Zigzag Paper bed

This kraft paper bed was designed in 1997 by Valérie Jomini, Stanislas Zimmermann, made from 7mm thick cardboard layers to ensure durability. With a very simple structure, the bed is made of thick carton paper, zigzag layers forming a solid posture.

The remarkable feature of this bed is that it can fold neatly like an accordion in a snap. Although this is obviously not the most beautiful design bed, it is an ideal solution for those who often need to move compact and simple.

Where can order a cardboard paper bed?

Khang Thanh Printing Packaging Company specializes in providing interior products made entirely from carton paper such as beds, tables, chairs, wardrobes, display shelves, indoor decoration and so on.

A wall at Khang Thanh office which was made entirely from recycled carton paper

Table and chairs were made entirely from 100% recycled  carton paper with a 10-year durability

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