Daybed covers are typically fitted and can be made to make the bed look more like a small couch than a bed. The covers are made in an array of colors and materials and are usually quite decorative, but they are not made to sleep under but instead are made to be sat on. The covers are usually removed to reveal the blankets and sheets underneath.
Daybeds get their name because originally, they were used by housewives to sit on after working all day. In between taking care of their kids and cooking, they’d take a rest for a few moments to regain their energy.
They are usually the size of a standard twin sized bed. They have three sides made of wood or decorative iron works.
The front is left open and there is usually ample clearance for storage underneath. The mattress sits on top of the spring support eliminating the need for a foundation or box spring. They typically use standard sheets made for a twin bed. There are usually throw pillows laid across the back or special pillows made specifically for these types of beds.
You can often times buy daybed sets. The materials they are made of, as well as the colors they are made into, vary greatly. When buying them in a set, they may seem a bit expensive as they come with additional covers for the side, front, and top of the bed, but if you bought them individually, it’d be more expensive.
Well made quality varieties will cost a little more than those that are lower quality made of a lesser material. Keep this in mind when buying daybed covers.
Daybeds are used more often as decorations than to sleep on, and pairing the right daybed covers with the right bed frame can make a huge difference in a room.
