Daybed: A worthy home addition

THE perfect mix between a bed and a sofa, a daybed offers both storage and convenient sleep space.

A daybed is one of the most multifunctional items you can have in your home.

Infinitely practical, a daybed can be used for various purposes, including extra seating, sleeping and storage. Thanks to their versatility and functionality, they are a timeless furniture piece.

Daybeds are available in multiple styles and shapes, and are customisable to suit personal preferences.

When shopping for a daybed, it helps to know the difference between a daybed and a sleeper sofa, as well as the types and sizes that best fit your home.

Here is everything you need to know to find the right one for you.

What is a daybed?

A daybed is a versatile piece of household furniture that is a hybrid between a sofa and a single twin bed. It serves the purpose of both a bed and a couch. It is typically a cross between a chaise lounge and a bed, consisting of solid wood or metal frames and an upholstered mattress.

Daybeds are traditionally the size of twin beds but can be custom-made to fit other mattress sizes.

Daybeds are ideal for smaller spaces or multi-purpose rooms, such as offices, guest rooms, basements, terraces, patios and kids’ rooms.

One of the distinguishing features of a daybed is that it has a frame on three sides — the headboard, footboard and backboard — that runs the entire length of the bed.

How do daybeds differ from beds and sofas?

The main difference between a daybed and a traditional bed or sofa is its functionality. Beds, for the most part, are solely used for sleeping, while sofas are

Daybeds are available in multiple styles and shapes

Daybeds serve both purposes

on three sides, while the latter has only two — the headboard and the footboard.

Compared to traditional sofas, daybeds are typically smaller in size.