Wicker Day Bed

An upholstered fabric frame is one of the most popular choices, but a solid wood, wicker, or metal frame look great, too. Shop Upholstered Daybeds. Add Throw ...The incredibly versatile daybed is a piece of furniture that's a half-bed, half-sofa combo. It's much more elegant than a futon, though it accomplishes the same purpose: It's the ideal spot for lounging during the day and for napping in the afternooThe word "day-bed" is defined as "a bed used for rest during the day". A similar article is known in France as a "chaise long", meaning a "long chair".Daybeds are used as beds as well as for lounging, reclining, and seating in common rooms. It may be considered a form of multifunctional furniture. Their frames can be made out of wood, metal or a combination of wood and metal. They are a cross between a chaise longue, a couch, and a bed.While the exact origins of the daybed are not clear, the history of the daybed can be traced throughout ancient cultures. The ancient Egyptians and Romans liked to lounge lazily while socializing and eating. The Egyptians made daybeds from palm sticks bound together to build a unit they both sat on and slept on.