Standard Daybed Dimensions (with Drawings)

Are you looking to spruce up your living space? Adding or taking away furniture is a straightforward way to freshen up a room and bring it back to life. A smartly placed daybed in a den or a lanai adds a whole new level of usefulness to your space.

Daybeds come in different styles and sizes, with most measuring 38 inches wide by 75 inches long. This size daybed perfectly accommodates a standard twin-size mattress. Some larger daybeds measure 54 inches wide by 75 inches long to fit a full-size mattress.

Adding a daybed to an already completely furnished living room may seem like an extravagant idea. The key is figuring out what you want your room to do for you. To follow are several types of daybeds and where to place them.

This daybed measures 32 ⅝ inches wide by 78 ⅜ inches long and is 42 ½ inches deep. This is a great furniture piece tucked beneath a picture window or as extra napping space in the children’s room. The built-in storage is always a lovely bonus that will prove useful when keeping a room tidy.

Having three separate drawers instead of one big, long one makes organization a breeze. You can use the drawers to store extra pillows, blankets, toys, and books. In a children’s room for multiple kids, each sibling could have their own personal drawer to store their possessions.

Another excellent use for this daybed is in a spare bedroom for the occasional guest. The added storage again comes into play as drawer space your guest can utilize if a closet is unavailable. When unoccupied, the drawers can serve to tuck away magazines and reading material, extra bedding, towels, and even toiletries.

Create a casual vibe and make your daybed look like a couch.

The daybed with a backrest works double-time as visitor’s seating and a cushy oasis to take a power nap. This unassuming piece of furniture works well in home offices and in any space that requires additional seating.

This daybed measures 27 inches wide by 75 inches long and 33 inches deep. Choosing one upholstered with neutral tones works well in almost any room in the house. A nice addition of colorful throw pillows complements the theme of whatever room you decide to place this daybed. Take a look at these comfy chaise lounge dimensions.

For this daybed, one will require a tad more space than the other two featured above. This daybed with back and armrests is 78 inches long, 33 inches wide, and 41.5 inches deep. Despite its length, this classic mid-century look appeals to many and works well with a host of other design aesthetics.

This particular daybed can also double as your living room couch if space is at a minimum. It can also prove to be a fantastic sleeping area for that adventurous couch-surfing friend we all know and love. Throw a sheet over it, add extra pillows and a blanket, and your friend may not ever want to leave.

Another area of the house this daybed can take residence in is a reading nook or library of some sort. This lovely piece will be an oasis for the book lover, as well as seating for 2-person games, like chess.

The twin daybed has a marked difference from the previously mentioned daybeds, owing to its extensive length and rather diminished width. This twin daybed measures 42 inches deep, only 28 inches wide but is an impressive 93 inches long. Two cylindrical pillows on either side of the daybed offer additional cushioning and comfort.

This charming piece of furniture would serve well as additional seating in an empty hallway. Another use for it would be as a cushioned escape in a breezy lanai. Even better, the twin daybed would be a welcome respite when strategically placed in a well-utilized family room.

This last type of daybed was designed specifically for small spaces. Only 13 inches wide and 19 inches deep, this piece works exceptionally well for small apartments or studios. The design aesthetic pays homage to simplicity bordering on the austere.

This daybed is also fantastic for patio seating or even as a place to take a quick nap. Not as plush as its bigger counterparts, this piece does not require throw pillows. A lush fleece blanket will do the trick to dress it up.

Related Questions

What size room is best for a daybed?

Any room with more than enough space for a bed or couch will be suitable for a daybed.  The versatility of this piece knows no bounds, but remember to place the daybed where there isn’t much foot traffic.  Otherwise, the whole idea of serenity and relaxation will go by the wayside.

What type of daybed is best for the outdoors?

If considering a daybed for your porch or veranda, go with a simple wooden frame.  Wicker, rattan, or even modern plastic frames are also quite suitable.  If dealing with humidity, keep the mattress and cushions indoors when not in use. When cushions and the mattress are outside, brush them often before dirt particles get a chance to settle in deep.  Wipe up spills as soon as they happen, and wash the slipcovers often.