Day Beds

What are day beds?

A daybed is the clever combination of a sofa bed and queen‐sized or single bed. Their design is similar to a sofa, with a back rest, but also with a head end and a foot end, like a bed. This means you can buy two pieces of furniture in one and save on valuable space in your home, not to mention money.

These provide an easy way to accommodate any unexpected guests without compromising on comfort. Not only that, but they create an excellent solution for homes where space is at a premium.

Where do day beds go?

There are no rules when it comes to this piece of furniture. They work well as a focal point in your bedroom, lounge, or even in public spaces such as offices. If you’re using it as a guest bed, add it to your living room where it can double up as a cosy sofa.

What different types of day beds are there?

There are four main types, a regular fabric one, a metal daybed, daybeds with a trundle or with added storage, all of which differ by function and style.

Standard daybeds

This simply looks like an upholstered sofa. It features a fabric back rest to ensure you’re comfortable while sitting. However, the base is much wider than an average sofa, meaning it makes a comfortable bed without you having to assemble anything.

Metal daybeds

These feature metal piping instead of upholstered fabric to create a minimalist or industrial look. Our metal options make a comfortable sofa and single bed for guests.

Daybeds with trundle

This is a piece of furniture that features a pull‐out bed. It can accommodate two people, one on the sofa and one on the pull‐out mattress. This is especially handy if you often host multiple guests.

Daybeds with storage

Perfect for homes that are short on space, storage options include drawers underneath the bed or built in shelves in the frame. This combines a chest of drawers, shelves, a bed and a sofa in one compact piece of furniture to allow lots of floor space.

What’s the difference between a sofa bed and a day bed

These two pieces of furniture are similar in the way that they both function as a sofa and a bed. The main difference with a sofa bed is that it features mechanisms which turn the sofa into a bed, either by pulling the frame out or clicking the back into place. Whereas a day bed is already set up for bedtime.

What size are daybeds?

The average size of a single day bed is 3'0 wide, or 90cm wide and 190cm long. Whereas a standard double has a mattress which is 4’6 wide. Choosing the size you need depends on the number of guests you’re likely to have and the space available. If you can’t accommodate a double but will be hosting multiple guests, consider an option with a trundle. Or a sofa bed which can be assembled into a double bed and easily tucked away in the morning.

What style day bed should I get?

Your chosen bed should fit in with the décor of your room. This is why we offer an eclectic range to suit any taste. This includes metal to make a statement, wooden day beds for a natural or rustic look, or fabric options in a range of colours. We offer many neutral hues, such as, brown or grey, to ensure it won’t clash with your existing colour scheme.

As Britain’s leading bed specialist, we provide sleeping solutions to suit every need and taste. With 30 years’ experience, we know quality and have a genuine passion for sleep.

If you have any queries, please give our friendly sales team a call on 0800 652 5090.