Double Up: Trundles, Daybeds & Bunk Beds, Oh My!

Trundle beds are actually a pair of beds; one slightly smaller bed slides underneath an upper bed (usually a twin-size), and a lower bed, which moves on rollers or casters, can be pulled out to act as a separate bed that rests below the upper mattress. Many trundle bed styles feature a trundle that can be snapped into a higher position to create a "single' larger bed. And today, more than a few bunk bed sets feature a trundle bed that slide beneath the bottom bunk, making a triple-duty bed set that's a must-have for children's bedrooms and their little guests.

Daybeds, too, can have a trundle bed design, making them a triple threat as well. Daybeds are styled a bit like a sofa; the "headboard" runs the length of the bed and is placed against a wall. When the bed is made up, it can be used as seating (similarly to a sofa), and at night, the bed can be dressed down for sleeping. Trundles slide out easily from the bottom for two-bed use or, on some models, can be popped up and snapped and secured in place for a single sleeper.