The world of guest bed frames can be confusing – do you go for a pull out bed or instead opt for a day bed? We've found the most frequently asked questions and answered them all to help make hosting guests a breeze.

A guest bed is simply a bed that can be used for a visitor to sleep for a night or two. Some beds are specifically designed for guests, such as a bed with pull out bed, whereas others offer a dual function, such as a handy sofa bed. Many guest bed frames are often stored in a spare bedroom, but many innovative types, such as sofa beds, can also be used in other rooms.

Our range of guest beds can be bought in the following sizes:

• Small single guest beds (2'6" x 6'3", 76 x 190cm)
• Single guest beds (3' x 6'3", 90 x 190cm)
• Small double guest beds (4' x 6'3", 120 x 190cm)

If you're looking for anything larger than this, you'll find our general double bed or king size bed ranges suitable. These frames designed with guests in mind, such as a pull out bed, but they can work just as well if you have the space!

Our sofa beds, another fantastic option great for bedrooms, offices or living rooms, come in the following sizes:

• Double sofa beds
• Single sofa beds

Make sure you choose the right frame for your needs and available space. Our bed size guide has plenty of helpful information about the various sizes of beds we offer, and our measuring guide will help you efficiently measure your space to ensure the guest bed you buy will fit.

Guest beds no longer need to remain in a spare bedroom, not with our range, including:

• Sofa beds - combining comfort with versatility, our sofa beds offer a place to relax during the day and a restful sleep at night.
• Day beds - blending the functionality of a sofa with the style and look of a bed, day beds are great for visitors to relax.
• Folding beds - offer a comfortable place for guests to sleep and a way to save space with a folding guest bed.
• Trundle beds - another space-saving option is a trundle bed, also called a pull-out bed, which can be pushed underneath the frame when not in use.

Not sure which will suit your needs the most? Our day bed buying guide explains why these innovative beds are perfect for visitors, whilst our day bed vs sofa bed guide compares these two types of guest beds to find out which will work best for you.

A guest bed needs space to accommodate a visitor, but many of them also include plenty of storage options to keep your home tidy, such as:

• Drawers - keep a room tidy with a guest bed with side drawers. These integrated drawers can separate items for quick and easy storage.
• Shelves - displaying items or storing books, games and much more is easy with a guest bed with a bookcase or shelves.

You don't need to buy a guest bed, but if you want to always be ready to have visitors stay for a night or two, they're a much comfier option than the sofa or floor! Investing in a bed with pull out bed will mean friends and family have a comfortable space to stay, so they can awake feeling well-rested and recharged.

Of course, the type you buy will entirely depend on your available space. Those lucky enough to have a whole guest room can opt for any style or size, whereas others running short on space might need some of our more innovative options, such as a single bed with pull out bed! Make sure your visitors feel welcomed and at home with our guide on keeping a guest bed fresh .

Yes, an adult can sleep on a pull out bed! These beds are designed for all sleepers, from children to adults, so they are great for visitors, regardless of age. All you need to do is pull the trundle frame out from underneath the bed, dress it, and you're ready to go! Once done, push it back underneath.

The best type of mattress will entirely depend on the type of guest bed you have. A trundle bed will need a mattress that isn't too high; otherwise, you won't be able to push the frame back underneath the bed when you're done. Our trundle mattress range is ideally suited for this!

For the actual bed frame, you'll be able to use any mattress that matches the size of the bed. So a single mattress for a single bed with guest bed and so forth. We'd recommend choosing a medium firmness mattress , which will be comfortable and supportive for most sleepers for a night or two. Our mattress buying guide explains all the most popular types of mattresses we offer here at Happy Beds.

Many, such as sofa beds or folding beds, will come with a mattress, or something akin to a mattress, as standard, so you won't need to buy a separate one.

Buying your bed for guests from Happy Beds means that you'll not only get a high-quality bed to host friends and family, but you'll also get to enjoy the following benefits:

• Manufacturer's guarantee – each bed sold on Happy Beds comes with a 5-year guarantee as standard, giving you peace of mind about your new purchase.
• 0% interest finance options – make buying your new pull out bed easier than ever with our fantastic ways to pay , from Klarna to PayPal.
• Quick delivery service – want to be able to host visitors sooner rather than later? We have guest bed frames in stock and ready to be delivered with our standard or premium delivery service .
• Loved by customers – feel confident buying from us with the knowledge that we have over 15,000 reviews on Trustpilot from our previous customers.
• Friendly customer service – got a question about your new bed or your order? We have a knowledgeable team here to answer all your questions!