Divans have a long history and have been used by many past generations before us. From the Victorian era to the ancient Greeks, divans have long been a featured piece of furniture in many homes throughout the centuries.

However, sofa beds are often mixed with other furniture such as futons and wall beds. Many people think divans 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 daybed is actually sleeping, it can also be used as a sofa for both family and guests to sit on. That’s why you’ll find many divans not only in the guest bedroom, but also in such prominent places as living and family rooms. The main difference between a futon and a daybed is that a futon folds up to become a sofa, while a daybed does not. However, both pieces of furniture are quite versatile and can be exquisitely decorated with luxurious cushions and slipcovers.

The frame of a daybed usually rivals that of a standard sofa in that it has arms and a back, and the most common frames are link spring and platform. The box spring frame is made up of springs attached to the divan frame that support the mattress, while the platform frame supports the mattress as one solid piece. Many of these frames come in wood and metal, depending on the manufacturer.

Many daybeds also include pull-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 bed styles, such as the sleigh, chair, and canopy. The sleigh and canopy divans 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 daybed. 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!