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Trundle BedsA trundle bed is, like a Murphy bed, essentially a space saving device. It provides for a spare bed that can easily be stored away when not in use. They are often combined with a daybed.
What is a Trundle Bed?A trundle bed is simply a shallow bed on wheels or casters that slides underneath another bed when not in use during the day. When needed, it can be slid out and dressed. Trundle beds do not usually have box springs.Trundle beds are an easy way of providing spare bed capacity where space is at a premium. People often buy them to provide extra bed space for overnight guests, perhaps for children's "sleepover" parties. There are, of course, different ranges on the market to suit different needs and budgets, from basic to best. Some are simple low frames with no extra sophistication. Others have the ability to be risen - pop up - to the height of a normal size bed. Although many people think of them as singles for kids, you can buy adult twin and other full size trundle beds. It's important to remember that a given trundle will not necessarily fit under any existing bed - you can't just go out and buy a new trundle bed and expect it to fit! Always check the specifications carefully. Then double check. For this reason trundle beds are often sold as a set, a pair of beds designed to work together. Some of these have a specially designed "drawer" to contain the trundle neatly when not in use, however these are usually not pop-up versions and cannot usually be removed from the main bed and repositioned.
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