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Ikea Hemnes day bed ?

http://www.ikea.com/gb/en/catalog/products/50080315/I

My kids 12 to 15 need a new sofa in their room and thought this may be a good option for when friends stay over too.

If you have one is it comfy enough to use nightly as a sofa please? The bed would be used about twice a month, so the normal use would be for watching tv etc

Thanks

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  • jumbles_2
    jumbles_2 Posts: 88 Forumite
    I have daybed The railings at side come up quite high so not comfortable as sofa. Ok as bed
    Take them to ikea let them decide. Is cheaper than a sofa
  • Hello

    We use it as a normal bed for ds1 (he's 5!) it's deeper than a sofa would be, but with lots of cushions on the back it would be fine I think.

    Hope that helps x
    GC 193/150
  • adandem
    adandem Posts: 3,592 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    I would personally go for a sofa bed, not a day bed. They aren't very comfy for sitting for long periods, the rails are completely upright, even with cushions.
  • System
    System Posts: 178,390 Community Admin
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    OP- We bought the one you are considering and my advice is don't do it!!!
    Its uncomfortable as a couch and an absolute nightmare as a bed. The mattress slide off how ever you use it.

    What about a futon ?
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