Jakabedy, please tell us about your daybed

7 years ago

Saw it in your post on your gallery wall. I think it may be the same one I've been eyeing on a few different sites. Please tell me where you purchased it, about its construction, is it truly twin size, and of course the fabric. TIA

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jakabedy
7 years ago
Hi, Sumac.

It's the West Elm Nailhead Trim Daybed. It's in linen, and is a true twin size. Mine is in the "flax" color. It can be assembled to put the "corner" on either side. The bottom is webbed slats similar to what you see on IKEA pieces, but a bit sturdier. The matching linen mattress cover is extra, but I bought it so I'd have a true sofa look. Beware, though, that the mattress cover is gracious in dimensions, and is pretty baggy on the tempur-pedic 'mattress we're using.

Having the back and one side makes it a tiny bit more of a hassle to make up, but not much (I remember this discussion from another recent daybed thread). Our foam mattress is very light, so I can just flip it up to put on the fitted sheet, and it's easy to slide it a bit to do the flat sheet. I don't worry about making up with a blanket or quilt -- I just put that at the foot of the bed and let the guest do as they will.

I'd never had a daybed before, but knew I wanted one for this little room. I shopped for months before finally landing on this one, and waitied until there was a sale. It's usually $1,099, but I think I paid about $800-$899. The construction seems pretty solid. It feels solid when you sit down on it. It's been used for guests three times, for about a week each time. No one has raved, but no one has complained, either. I figure that's a win. It's excellent for napping!
sumac
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7 years ago
Thank you so much for the reply. I was out of town; so late to find it, but thank you for your time all the same. I saw it on targets website and it looked to have a solid base. I wonder if it's the same? I too have a small room that I think it may work in. Good to know they offer a matching mattress cover. That is a good point in wanting a true sofa look. Thanks again for your detailed response.
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If you compare the dimension of the Target one to the West Elm, they are slightly different, and the Target nail heads are brass colors, and the West Elm ones are bronze. They sure tried to make it look like the West Elm one, though! Look at the pillow and throw arrangements...

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