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Day bed, anyone?

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Grannyknot Wed 26-Nov-14 16:13:53

Now that I no longer leave the house for work, I fancy a day bed in a certain spot in my lounge, near the big double doors so I can read in the natural light. Plus I could sometimes do with an extra guest bed. Do other people have these, and any recommendations?

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whenim64 Wed 26-Nov-14 17:07:24

My DD has one, from Ikea. It looks decadent and is very comfy - ideal for an afternoon nap!

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Agus Wed 26-Nov-14 17:36:02

My DD also has the IKEA one. Lots of big comfy cushions to sink into.

Remember to add a throw, something you will need as you drift off for a nap!

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suzied Wed 26-Nov-14 17:59:00

I have an original 1950s/60s Ercol daybed / studio couch which you can sometimes get on eBay or you can still buy them from Ercol. Very stylish.

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jinglbellsfrocks Wed 26-Nov-14 18:02:17

shock It will encourage daytime naps and you won't sleep at night. hmm

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Tegan Wed 26-Nov-14 18:22:34

Nah; I've permanently got a duvet on the sofa so I can snuggle under it at any time, day or night.

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jinglbellsfrocks Wed 26-Nov-14 18:30:50

this one shouldn't tempt you to snooze for too long.

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Grannyknot Wed 26-Nov-14 18:49:24

I like that one jbfrocks but not at 900 odd quid!

I'm up for an afternoon kip any time grin

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Ana Wed 26-Nov-14 18:56:43

Not exactly comfortable-looking, though, is it? confused

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Grannyknot Wed 26-Nov-14 19:14:34

ana it is stylish and can be used both ends grin It must be the tropical-ness of it that appeals to me.

I like its clean lines too. Lots of the ones I'm looking at have got turned legs. Am now looking at chaise longues too!

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Ana Wed 26-Nov-14 19:30:49

Now you're talking, Grannyknot! grin

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Galen Wed 26-Nov-14 19:47:35

Prefer to elegantly recline on a chaise lounge

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Galen Wed 26-Nov-14 19:48:45

If you can imagine a small elephant on one?hmm

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Ariadne Wed 26-Nov-14 19:53:20

Just love my bigger settee, which seats four easily or me, reeling, with room to spare. Perfect.

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Anne58 Wed 26-Nov-14 19:55:46

Ariadne ! I'm surprised at you, using (whispers) that word!

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Ana Wed 26-Nov-14 20:04:43

Why? Is it non-U or something? confused

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Nelliemoser Wed 26-Nov-14 20:06:44

I don't know why but an image of a woman reclining on a day bed seems to make me think of a consumptive just waiting to sing a final aria with her last breath.
I blame Giacomo Puccini.

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Grannyknot Wed 26-Nov-14 20:17:19

nellie grin

What word Phoenix confused …

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Galen Wed 26-Nov-14 20:22:51

Consumptive? Me?
14stone!

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HildaW Wed 26-Nov-14 20:34:27

I am a firm fan of my Chaise longue......its an M&S one and I treated myself to it 5 or so years ago. It sits in a quiet corner where I sup my first coffee of the day and slowly 'come too'. Its also very good for that after lunch cup of tea and the odd chapter of a Donna Leon.

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Grannyknot Wed 26-Nov-14 20:46:00

Oh, Hilda you've described my fantasy. smile

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jinglbellsfrocks Wed 26-Nov-14 21:17:35

"settee"? Is that the word?

Should we be saying 'sofa' these days?

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Nelliemoser Wed 26-Nov-14 22:40:24

Galen I was not thinking of you in particular. Have your hands warmed up yet? wink

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Galen Wed 26-Nov-14 22:43:26

When's the next Donna Leon due out?

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Galen Wed 26-Nov-14 22:47:03

Ah! By its cover! Bought! Shall read it on the flight to Venice!

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