Adding a daybed mattress to your space creates extra seating and sleeping space for company. It doesn’t have to be a sore thumb or an outdated area of the house.
Creating a beautiful area dedicated to a daybed is possible with a little planning and the willingness to try new things.
Preliminary Considerations
First, consider where you want the daybed. Will you have a guest bedroom or office designated for this area? Or do you need a common space of the home to accommodate?
Next, you’ll need to consider the size and type of daybed you’re looking for. Do you want a small twin-size daybed, or are you looking for a queen-size to give your guests the best sleeping experience?
Finally, consider how it will function while it’s not being used as a bed. Since you won’t have guests over to use it all the time, what will its main purpose be, and how will it look on a normal basis?
Okay, now that we’ve considered these preliminary questions, it’s time to look at some creative daybed ideas!
5 Ideas For Your Daybed Mattress
1. Create a beautiful window seat daybed
If you already have a beautiful spot in your home for a relaxing window seat, consider extending it out further and making it a cozy spot for a daybed.
Turning a window seat into a daybed is great if you have a sunroom or sitting room that doesn’t get too much traffic daily.
Line the window seat with tons of pillows while you’re not using it for guests to create the most comfortable and cozy spot in your house, and distract from the fact that it doubles as a daybed.
2. Incorporate Storage Underneath
I firmly believe you can never have too much storage space! If you’re using a daybed in a guest room or a craft room, create space underneath for extra storage.
Use textured baskets to hide your extra craft supplies, linens, or household items that you need to be stored but don’t want to be seen.
You could even leave one or two of the baskets empty and allow your long-term guests to have a place to store clothes or shoes.
3. Make It an Outdoor Daybed
Incorporate an outdoor daybed when you have a beautiful back patio or screened-in porch with breathtaking views!
Use a durable mattress cover or a mattress made specifically for outdoor use, add a ton of pillows, and now you have the most relaxing place in the house!
Although it’s not ideal for guests to sleep on overnight, it’s the perfect spot for naps and curling up with a good book after a long day.
4. Choose a Frame That Fits Your Style
Once you find the perfect mattress and spot, you’ll need to think about a frame that fits your style.
Try a wooden frame for a farmhouse or French-inspired home to add rustic and natural elements to the space.
For an industrial or modern home, use a black metal frame with a unique pattern to give the space a sophisticated and contemporary upgrade.
5. Make It a Double
If you love to entertain and have guests stay the night at your house often, use this opportunity to accommodate several guests.
Add a trundle bed underneath that can roll out when you need extra room for overnight guests. This is a great option when you need a versatile space because when you’re not using it, you can roll it underneath, and nobody will know it’s there.
It’s a fun addition for sleepovers, and your kids will love rolling out the “secret” bed when their friends stay the night.