Divans have a long history and have been used by many generations past before us. From Victorian times to the ancient Greeks, daybeds have long been a featured piece of furniture in many homes over the centuries.
However, sofa beds are often mixed with other furniture, such as futon beds and wall beds. Many people think that couches are just for sleeping, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. These versatile pieces of furniture are extremely unique in both their design and style.
While the main purpose of a chaise longue is indeed for sleeping, it can also be used as a sofa for both family and guests to sit on. That’s why you’ll find plenty of daybeds not just in the guest bedroom, but in such prominent places as living and family rooms. The main difference between a futon and a chaise lounge is that a futon folds down to become a sofa while a chaise lounge does not. However, both pieces of furniture are quite versatile and can be exquisitely decorated with luxurious cushions and slipcovers.
The frame of a chaise longue usually rivals that of a standard sofa in that it has arms and a back, with the most common frames being the link spring and platform. The hinged box spring frame consists of box springs attached to the chaise frame that support the mattress, while the platform frame holds the mattress as one solid piece. Many of these frames come in wood and metal, depending on the manufacturer.
Many daybeds also include drop-out trundles that can convert a daybed into a larger mattress or pull-out trundles that offer another mattress to sleep on.
Some common types of daybeds mimic standard bedding styles, such as the sleigh, chair, and canopy. The sleigh and canopy daybeds are more traditional in style and design, hinting at turn-of-the-century contours, while the chair is more contemporary in style.
We hope this article has helped convince you of the benefits of having a chaise longue. Adding a daybed to your home is an ideal option if you often have guests over or want to create more space. Either way, a daybed is the perfect choice for any home!
