1
: a chaise longue of a type made 1680–1780
2
: a couch that can be converted into a bed
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If the daybed doesn't have wheels, Button suggests adding casters to the legs for a DIY way to make the outdoor furniture mobile.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2025
Since the daybed has slats included, a box spring isn’t required for either space.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 23 July 2025
Cozy daybeds and nooks are an inviting spot to relax and soak in the view in between visits to the pool and sauna (though be aware that clothing or swimsuits are not permitted in the sauna).
—Hannah Freedman, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
There’s still time to add the finishing pieces to your outdoor oasis, and these chairs, daybeds, and even storage units will elevate your patio while saving big.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 4 July 2025
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Aug. 2025
Since the daybed has slats included, a box spring isn’t required for either space.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 23 July 2025
Cozy daybeds and nooks are an inviting spot to relax and soak in the view in between visits to the pool and sauna (though be aware that clothing or swimsuits are not permitted in the sauna).
—Hannah Freedman, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
There’s still time to add the finishing pieces to your outdoor oasis, and these chairs, daybeds, and even storage units will elevate your patio while saving big.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 4 July 2025
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“Daybed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/daybed. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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daybed
noun
day·bed
ˈdā-ˌbed 
: a couch that can be converted into a bed
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