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Getting good sleep requires ventilation in the sleeping area of your van. Because most van beds run along or across the rear of campervans, windows installed in that section are called "bunk" windows. To stay cool and breathe at night, you definitely want good ones!

Installed on each side of the van, bunk windows offer nice cross-ventilation, either across your bed if it runs along the wall - OR - over the head and foot of the bed if you installed flares for extra sleeping space. Either way, you gotta have airflow over your bed.

Read on to find your new favorite from our selection of “universal-fit” bunk windows, meaning they aren’t designed for a particular van model or mounting position. Or skip straight to our bunk window comparison charts!

Van Windows Direct Awning Window

Keep your windows open in the rain, and easily add more ventilation with VWD Bunk Windows. VWD bunk windows come in a variety of sizes and opening positions. Choose either awning-style or half-slider bunk windows based on your needs and preferences. 

POPULAR VWD BUNK WINDOWS:

AW3310 - Awning window. Universal-fit window design installs within the van window template on either driver or passenger side. The awning tilts out 2-1/4", allowing air to flow through the massive 31-1/4" x 8-1/4" opening enabling some of the best ventilation for a bunk window. 

OVR AW4015 -  Awning window. Universal-fit window design installs within the van window template on either driver or passenger side. Offers 2-stage opening: 1st stage offers maximum privacy and minimum ventilation and 2nd stage opens to nearly 90 degrees for maximum ventilation.  Larger 41" W X 16" H opening offers additional airflow and light. 

OVR4015 - Half-slider window. Universal-fit window design installs on both driver and passenger side using an innovative smart drainage system. Water drain holes are located on both the top and bottom frame and include plugs to cap the top holes once installed. Larger 41-5/16" X 16-5/16" opening offers additional airflow and light. 

OVR1033 - Half-slider window. Universal-fit window design installs on both driver and passenger side using an innovative smart drainage system. Water drain holes are located on both the top and bottom frame and include plugs to cap the top holes once installed. Wide 35-5/16" X 11-3/16" opening offers additional airflow and light. 

Pros

  • In stock now
  • 17% UV 
  • 1-year warranty
  • Premium Frame Coating
  • Improved manufacturing 
  • Innovative design
  • High-quality materials
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    Cons

    • Not compatible with Flarespace Flares
    • Glass is breakable
    • Requires purchase of window covers or curtains for privacy and insulation

    Arctic Tern Dual-Pane Acrylic Windows

    Awning windows offer the best ventilation for the bunk window size since the whole window pane swings out. The 300x700mm Arctic Tern van window clicks open at 10 and 35 degree angles, and the semi-locked position allows air flow during stormy conditions and even while driving!

    Like all Arctic Tern windows, these awning-style, top-hinged, dual-pane acrylic windows are built to last with sturdy extruded aluminum frames.

    The best part of Arctic Tern windows is the sophisticated screen/blind assembly which we think is simply amazing. You can slide down the fine-mesh insect screen, or you can slide up the blackout and privacy blind. Or lock them together and slide into any combination of privacy and air. Check out this demo video to see for yourself. You’ve never felt so comfortable in a van before trying these windows.

    The blind also creates a second dead air space for maximum thermal efficiency in cold or hot conditions. Check out our analysis of Arctic Tern windows to find out all about these awesome windows.

    Pros:

    • Awning style provides maximum airflow
    • Blind/screen assembly adds huge value for privacy, insulation, efficiency and flexibility
    • Blind also removes need to purchase insulating panels
    • Double pane makes all the difference for staying cool in summer / warm in winter
    • Highest quality, durable, well-made windows from a great company
    • Available and ships quickly

    Cons:

    • Higher cost upfront (unless you include the cost of window covers).

      Arctic Tern 300 x 700mm bunk window with built-in blind/screen

    AM Auto Single-Pane Glass Windows

    AMA offers two styles of dark-tinted glue-in bunk windows.

    UBW-LV-HSS-P / UBW-RV-HSS-P - These popular 9.4” high x 30.7” long (240x780mm) half-slider windows have removable screens, and can be open while stationary or while driving. Model “LV” goes on the driver side, and model “RV” on the passenger side.

    UBW-L4015-HSS-6300 P/UBW-R4015-HSS-6300 P - These popular 15” high x 40” long (381x1016mm) half-slider windows have removable screens, and can be open while stationary or while driving. Also side-specific, the “L” model goes on the driver side, and the “R” goes on the passenger side.

    Pros:

    • Lower cost upfront (not counting cost of window covers)
    • Sleek OEM look
    • Larger size for 15" x 40" model
    • Good quality manufacturing
    • Usually available to ship soon

    Cons:

    • Less ventilation because they only open half window length
    • Slider windows must be closed during rainy weather
    • Single-pane glass is suitable for moderate temperatures, not great for 4-season use
    • Glass is breakable
    • Requires purchase of window covers or curtains for privacy and insulation

    Flarespace Single-Pane Glass Windows

    Flarespace offers two common styles of dark-tinted clamp-in bunk windows that come with their own weather stripping, no sealant needed. 

    Flarespace 1033 Slider Windows

    The 10-7/8” high x 33-7/8” long half-slider windows (which are the windows in the flares of the van pictured on this blog post) have removable screens and can remain open while stationary or while driving. The FS1033L window goes on the driver side, and the FS1033R window on the passenger side.

    Pros:

    • Low cost upfront (not counting cost of window covers)
    • Quality manufacturing
    • Available to ship quickly
    • Compatible with Flarespace Flares

    Cons:

    • Less ventilation because they only open half window length
    • Slider windows must be closed during rainy weather
    • Single-pane glass is suitable for moderate temperatures, not great for 4-season use
    • Glass is breakable
    • Requires purchase of window covers or curtains for privacy and insulation

    Flarespace 1033 Awning Window

    The other common 10-7/8” x 33-7/8” single-pane window is an awning-style, top-hinged window with screen. The whole window pane opens outwards at the bottom several inches to about a 15-20 degree angle, so you can have them open even in the rain.

    Pros:

    • Awning style provides maximum airflow
    • Low cost upfront (not counting cost of window covers)
    • Quality manufacturing
    • Available and ships quickly
    • Compatible with Flarespace Flares

    Cons:

    • Single-pane glass is suitable for moderate temperatures, not great for 4-season use
    • Glass is breakable
    • Requires purchase of window covers or curtains for privacy and insulation

     

    Summary

    So there you have it. For your van sleeping area, only you can decide what's important:

    Do you want to pay a little more upfront for high-quality windows with excellent thermal insulation and integrated privacy blinds?

    Then these Arctic Tern beauties are the windows for you!

    Do you have a tighter budget and don't require the best insulation but still want better airflow?

    The Flarespace Awning window might be right for you. 

    Or do you have a tight budget, don't require the best insulation, and aren't as concerned about airflow?

    Then narrow your search further with these AMA 9.4" x 30.7" L/R or the 15" x 40 L/R slider windows, OR the Flarespace Half-Slider left and right side windows. 

    Comparison Chart

    Check out our Bunk Windows Quick Comparison Charts to learn even more. We have something for every van lifer’s dream!

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