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= Types of Berth =
The types and location of berths on a boat depend on whether it is designed for maximum comfort for day sailing from harbour to harbour or sailing offshore or passaging.
The most comfortable location for a berth is midships where stability is best, but not every berth can be located there. For serious sailing berths can be fitted with lap belts and [[LeeCloths|lee cloths]]. A lee cloth is a mesh safety net to keep someone from falling out when the boat rolls. Mesh cloth breathes so there is airflow. Lee cloths can also function as a privacy curtain.
If a boat is subject to deck or port leaks, an air gap between the bunk and cabin wall is advisable.
[[PipeBerths|Pipe berths]], mostly out of style, can swing up or down when not in use. They consist ofa canvas or other cloth stretcher on a pipe frame.
The [[PullmanBunk|Pullman bunk]] design originated on trains. <ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleeping_car</ref> Several configurations are possible:
* The top bunk can hinge down to serve as a backrest for the lower bunk during the day.
* A lower -- often twin -- bunk can fold up against the wall.
* On some cruise ships the bunk pulls down out of the ceiling.
There are several types of arrangement for a berth in a boat:
* Quarter berth
* Settee berth
* Pilot berth
* V-berth
* Cabin berth
=== Quarter Berth ===
A [[QuarterBerth|quarter berth]] is tucked under the cockpit on a small boat, usually on an outboard edge of the cockpit. Ventilation can be an issue. Getting in and out requires a degree of gymnastic ability.
=== Settee Berth ===
A [[SetteeBerth|settee berth]] is a seat for sitting at the saloon table. It is convertible to a bed. Usually there are two in the saloon on opposite sides of the table or in a U-shaped arrangement. A settee berth is suitable as a sea berth.
=== Pilot Berth ===
A [[PilotBerth|pilot berth]] is an occasional berth located high up on the wall or located behind a settee in the day cabin or on the bridge. The beam must be wide enough to put one behind a settee. A pilot berth is typically a sea berth and can also be used for daytime sleeping.
=== V-Berth ===
A [[V-Berth|V-berth]] is in the bow of the boat. Usually there are two angled like this <b>^</b> with the feet together. The two berths can abut on the same plane or one can be higher so they overlap. A modified design is a center-line double berth shaped to fit the space.
=== Cabin Berth===
A [[CabinBerth|cabin berth]] is a private space for one or two people. A big comfortable stern cabin is ideal.
== Links ==
http://www.nauticexpo.com/boat-manufacturer/ship-bed-20089.html
[[Category:Berths]]
The types and location of berths on a boat depend on whether it is designed for maximum comfort for day sailing from harbour to harbour or sailing offshore or passaging.
The most comfortable location for a berth is midships where stability is best, but not every berth can be located there. For serious sailing berths can be fitted with lap belts and [[LeeCloths|lee cloths]]. A lee cloth is a mesh safety net to keep someone from falling out when the boat rolls. Mesh cloth breathes so there is airflow. Lee cloths can also function as a privacy curtain.
If a boat is subject to deck or port leaks, an air gap between the bunk and cabin wall is advisable.
[[PipeBerths|Pipe berths]], mostly out of style, can swing up or down when not in use. They consist ofa canvas or other cloth stretcher on a pipe frame.
The [[PullmanBunk|Pullman bunk]] design originated on trains. <ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleeping_car</ref> Several configurations are possible:
* The top bunk can hinge down to serve as a backrest for the lower bunk during the day.
* A lower -- often twin -- bunk can fold up against the wall.
* On some cruise ships the bunk pulls down out of the ceiling.
There are several types of arrangement for a berth in a boat:
* Quarter berth
* Settee berth
* Pilot berth
* V-berth
* Cabin berth
=== Quarter Berth ===
A [[QuarterBerth|quarter berth]] is tucked under the cockpit on a small boat, usually on an outboard edge of the cockpit. Ventilation can be an issue. Getting in and out requires a degree of gymnastic ability.
=== Settee Berth ===
A [[SetteeBerth|settee berth]] is a seat for sitting at the saloon table. It is convertible to a bed. Usually there are two in the saloon on opposite sides of the table or in a U-shaped arrangement. A settee berth is suitable as a sea berth.
=== Pilot Berth ===
A [[PilotBerth|pilot berth]] is an occasional berth located high up on the wall or located behind a settee in the day cabin or on the bridge. The beam must be wide enough to put one behind a settee. A pilot berth is typically a sea berth and can also be used for daytime sleeping.
=== V-Berth ===
A [[V-Berth|V-berth]] is in the bow of the boat. Usually there are two angled like this <b>^</b> with the feet together. The two berths can abut on the same plane or one can be higher so they overlap. A modified design is a center-line double berth shaped to fit the space.
=== Cabin Berth===
A [[CabinBerth|cabin berth]] is a private space for one or two people. A big comfortable stern cabin is ideal.
== Links ==
http://www.nauticexpo.com/boat-manufacturer/ship-bed-20089.html
[[Category:Berths]]
