When choosing the best rack or berth curtains, the options may seem overwhelming. Everyone knows that adequate sleep is necessary for health, weight maintenance, concentration, disease prevention, mood immune function, and more. Experts suggest that every adult should sleep for 7-9 hours each night but for those in Coast Guard berths or sleeping in Navy racks, that may seem impossible.
Those who have slept on a ship or worked odd hours can tell how difficult it can be to sleep on a different schedule. When it’s time to rest and be fresh, a bunk should be a place of comfort. Curtains are about more than just sleep. They provide privacy and a sense of ownership to each sailor when they settle down in their off time. It is not easy to decide to upgrade your berth curtain especially with a large crew but with proper strategy and care you will significantly boost the morale of sailors when you show them how much you care.
Boat rack curtain:
Boat rack curtains are the pieces of cloth used to surround each sailor’s bunk to block out light and provide them with privacy. Rack curtains are hung in pairs so they can be opened and closed when a sailor enters or exits their bunk. Most rack curtains are made from polyvinyl chloride or PVC. People think of PVC as gray or white plumbing pipes but actually, PVC in its natural form is clear. Nylon-type cloth is a good alternative source of material, you can find them in marine too. Investing in high-quality rack sheets and mattress toppers can make a great difference in your sleep quality.
What are berth curtains?
Rack curtains cover individual bunks, berth curtains are for the entire sleeping area. They can be used to darken the rooms, cover portholes, and divide the room. Sailors have tough jobs. The curtains have the ability to darken a space at any time of day and can reduce distractions for the sailors who try to rest. Adequate sleep is so important for optimal health and work performance, so rack and berth curtains are a simple way to ensure sailors sleep they need.
Fabric of curtains:
A boat rack curtain must be lightweight, synthetic, and have a much denser weave which will allow it to block most light. It must be 100% cotton, so the fabric can breathe and allow air to pass through creating better air circulation in the bunk space. The fabric must be treated to meet fire retardant standards. Fabric should be:
- Naturally hypoallergenic, and dust mite resistant.
- Flame resistant and meet the requirements of ASTM 1506, OSHA RG 29 CFR 1910-269. NFPA2112 and 70E passes Electric Arc Category 2
- Optional black-out lining.
- Optional tie-backs.
- Optional closures.
Benefits of boat rack curtains
There are some of the key benefits of upgrading and why you should look into improving your sailors’ quality of health.
1. Boat rack curtains have a thick material that darkens the sleeping space at any time of the day.
2. Boat rack curtains have convenient pockets that allow sailors to keep essentials like water bottles, keys, identification, and other work items close to hand.
3. Tiebacks allow sailors to socialize when they want to and easily maintain privacy when desired.
4. The track and slider tape system will enable you to easily install new or replace old curtains at any time.
5. Cater your curtains to meet your needs by choosing fan cut-outs, black-out lining, and pockets.
6. Aside from privacy, boat rack curtains also block out some light and provide a fire block in case of emergency due to their flame-resistant quality.
Conclusion:
Boat rack curtains are necessary for sailors as they provide privacy, block light, and so on but it is necessary to keep clean curtains and store them properly. Its storage by sealing makes it safe from various factors such as heat, dust, and ultra rays. In short, they give a sense of ownership and freedom to sailors in their off time.
