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How It Works | Castaway Bed
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How It Works

A bed that adapts
to how you sleep.

A simple, controlled motion transforms Castaway from two separate Twin XL beds into a unified king-style sleeping surface, and back again, with the press of a button.

The operation

Three positions.
One push of a button.

Press and hold the switch on the back of the nightstand. The bed moves while you hold, and stops the moment you release.

Castaway Bed in closed position
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Closed position

The two beds meet in the center to create a unified king-style sleeping surface. Solid platforms underneath keep the surface stable and firm with no slats, gaps, or shifting.

King-style surface
Woman pressing switch to open Castaway Bed
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Press and hold to open

Press and hold the push-to-operate switch on the back of the nightstand. Both platforms glide apart simultaneously while the button is held, and stop immediately when released.

~17 seconds, start to finish
Castaway Bed in fully open position
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Fully open

The beds create two fully independent Twin XL sleeping spaces. The concealed center platform remains fixed between them, ready for a child, a pet, or anyone who needs the space.

Up to 31" of separation

Try the switch

Two buttons.
Press and hold. That's it.

A working model of the actual switch on the back of the nightstand. Press and hold either button to see how the bed responds.

One switch, two dedicated buttons.

The right button opens the bed. The left button closes it. Each button only works while you're actively pressing it, and the bed stops the moment you let go.

No remotes, no apps, no automation. It only moves when you tell it to.

  • Separate open and close buttons
  • No remote or app
  • No timers or scheduling
  • No voice activation
  • Stops instantly when released
  • Fully interruptible

Press and hold a button to try it.

Works exactly like the real switch

Designed with safety in mind
Because it moves,
safety was never an afterthought.

See how every decision, from the dedicated buttons to the slow, fully interruptible motion, was designed to keep you in complete control.

Read the safety details
17 sec
Full open or close, start to finish, while the button is held
31"
Total separation between the two Twin XL platforms when fully open
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Distinct sleeping configurations — closed, partial, and fully open

Designed to fit your space

Proportioned for
real rooms.

From closed to fully open, Castaway is sized to work within standard bedroom footprints while maintaining a clean, intentional layout.

"The only bed that gives you real space between two sleepers -- and the ability to come back together at the push of a button."

Castaway Bed dimensions diagram
146.5"
Total width when fully open, measured from outer edges of the attached nightstands
115.5"
Total width when closed, including the attached floating nightstands
31"
Width of the concealed center platform and mattress between the two beds

Thoughtfully engineered

Built to move.
Built to last.

Every component is engineered to work together, from the solid platforms to the motorized glide system, so the bed feels effortless in everyday use.

Solid platform support

Solid Platform Support

Each Twin XL mattress rests on a full platform panel, creating a flat, stable sleeping surface with no slats, gaps, or shifting during use or movement.

Concealed center platform

Stabilized Center Platform

The concealed center platform holds the middle mattress in place and remains fixed while the two Twin XL beds glide apart or come back together.

Push-to-operate control switch

Push-to-Operate Control

A built-in switch on the back of each nightstand lets you smoothly open or close the bed by holding the button. The bed stops the moment you release.

Integrated floating nightstand

Integrated Floating Nightstands

Attached floating nightstands move with each bed and include built-in power outlets and USB ports for convenient bedside charging.

Common questions

How it moves.
What to expect.

Answers to the most common questions about how Castaway Bed operates in everyday use.

Does the center mattress move when the bed opens?

No. The center mattress sits on a stabilized platform that remains fixed while the two Twin XL beds glide apart and come back together. Only the outer platforms move.

How long does it take for the bed to open or close?

Castaway Bed typically takes about 15 to 17 seconds to fully open or close when the button is held continuously.

Does the bed make noise when it moves?

Yes. Because the bed uses a motorized system, you will hear the motor while the beds are moving. The sound is comparable to other motorized furniture and only occurs during the 17-second open or close cycle.

Is the center platform safe to sleep on?

Yes. The center mattress sits on a stabilized platform designed to support normal sleeping use. Adults, children, and pets can comfortably use this space. Castaway Bed is not intended to replace a crib or bassinet for infants.

Do both sides move at the same time?

Yes. Both Twin XL platforms glide outward simultaneously when the button is pressed, creating equal, symmetrical separation on each side.

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Built for how
you actually sleep.

Explore the design, dimensions, and details to see how Castaway Bed fits into your space and your life.

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