Wondering what a day bed is and if it’s the right choice for your space?
What Is a Daybed?
This is helpful as daybeds need to be up against a wall, so location is limited.
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Daybeds are also suitable for comfortable lounging in offices, dens, or multi-purpose rooms.
If the space is quite large, a single daybed may look lost in all the space.
Material
Thebed frameof a daybed can be made of many different materials.
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The most common options are wood, metal, wicker, and upholstery.
The material you choose is a matter of personal preference and style.
For example, a whitewashed wooden daybed would look right at home in afarmhouse-style room.
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Most daybeds fit atwin-size mattress, which is 39 inches wide by 75 inches long.
Types of Daybeds
There are several options to choose from when purchasing a daybed.
Simple or Open Daybed
Simple daybeds are a frame-only style.
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These daybeds have open space underneath the mattress, much like the legs and open space under a couch.
Remember that this open, airy look means the bed doesnt offer built-in storage.
These daybeds are perfect for those looking to maximize the sleeping space available.
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This drawer easily slides out to create more sleeping room.
However, these trundles cannot be lifted, so the second bed stays on the floor.
These are perfect for childrens rooms or guests who dont mind sleeping at floor level.
Sometimes, these drawer trundle daybeds feature functional drawers above the second mattress.
Instead, the entire space is used for storage.
Storage-focused daybeds may even have shelving behind the daybed.
These aregreat for small areaswhere extra storage space would benefit the room.
They also provide a convenient place for guests to keep some of their belongings.
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Cost
Generally, daybeds cost between $250 and $800.
Some name-brand daybeds or those with extra features can cost between $1,000 to $2,000.
With so many options available, these questions will help you narrow your choices.
How Often Will It Be Used?
Consider how often the daybed will be used and for what purpose.
It’s worth investing in a quality mattress if your daybed regularly serves as a bed.
For this scenario, consider what size mattress you want.
How Many People Does It Need to Sleep?
Daybed vs. Sleeper Sofa
A sleeper sofa is another option that combines a lounging and sleeping area.
It is best to consider how it will most often be used, along with comfort and convenience factors.
A daybed is ideal when it will be used for sleeping often.
Daybeds use real mattresses, so they are typically more similar in feel to a standard bed.
A sleeper sofa is ideal for situations where seating is the primary function.
These offer the comfort and looks of a couch while providing a thinner sleeper sofa mattress for occasional use.
However, measuring how far the sleeper sofa extends when the bed is pulled out is essential.
Since it extends into the room, you must ensure the full length of the mattress fits your space.
On the other hand, daybeds are much easier to turn into a sleeping area.
Before leaving to shop, measure your space to know how much room you have to work with.
When shopping, check the product’s dimensions to ensure it will fit your space.
Ask a salesperson about the return policy and if the product comes with a warranty.
Online retailers include Amazon, Wayfair, and Overstock.
Yes, daybeds can be used daily as a regular bed.
Investing in a quality mattress is essential if used regularly.
This investment is ideal for small bedrooms where you want the flexibility of having a bed and seating space.
A regular set of sheets will work fine on a daybed since they are designed for a standard-size mattress.
However, consider daybed-specific comforters and blankets designed to accommodate a daybeds back and side panels.
The number of people who can sleep on a daybed depends onthe daybed mattress size.
A twin-size mattress daybed without a trundle would be too narrow to sleep two adults comfortably.
However, a full-size mattress daybed would be more feasible.
Another option would be a daybed with a trundle since it provides two sleeping areas.
