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Make sure you’re the host with the most with these stylish, guest-ready space savers
We’re out of practise when it comes to hosting overnight guests, but thankfully, sleepovers are on the horizon. So, now’s the time to invest in a bed that makes visitors feel special – even if it is a space-saving one that doesn’t encroach too much on our floor space.
If you’re blessed with a spare bedroom, think about furnishing it with a small double bed. With its compact dimensions you can save on space while maintaining a sophisticated, grown-up aesthetic.
Otherwise, there are shrewd multifunctional designs on offer when it comes to guest beds – contemporary clic-clac style sofa beds can transform in a jiffy to create occasional beds for when guests stay over unexpectedly.
Similarly, bed-in-a-box products cleverly morph from stylish ottoman to single – or even double – guest beds in a matter of moments, complete with a plush, integrated upholstered headboard.
We put a variety of guest beds to the test, looking for the best in form and function, affordability and craftsmanship – as well as nifty space-saving qualities.
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Ikea’s hemnes day bed got our top marks for its slick design. Multifunctional, it transforms into a comfy double bed in seconds with its smooth pull out trundle. We loved the deep storage drawers for bedding, allowing the whole piece to be guest ready.
We were also impressed with Happy Beds’ buxton pine wooden guest bed frame for its simple but thoughtful design. The lower bed comes out on castors, yet the extending legs allow for the two beds to be flanked – creating a sizeable double.
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