There are many varieties of beds:
1. An adjustable
bed
is a bed that can be adjusted to a number of different positions. An
adjustable bed is a bed which has a multi-hinged lying surface which can be
profiled to a number of different positions. Common adjustment includes
inclining the upper body and raising the lower body independently of each
other
2. An air bed
uses an air-inflated mattress, sometimes
connected to an electric air pump and having variable, firmness controls. The
portable version of an air bed can also be rolled up and packed, so is meant
for travel or temporary guest use. An air mattress is a sleeping pad.
3. A bassinet
is a bed specifically for newborn
infants. A bassinet, or cradle is a bed specifically for babies from
birth to about four months, and small enough to provide a "cocoon"
that small babies find comforting.
4. A box-bed
is a bed with a large box, wooden roof, sides, and ends, opening in front with two sliding panels or
shutters. Often used in cottages in Scotland. Sometimes also applied to a bed
arranged so as to fold up into a box. The box-bed is closed on all sides by panels of wood. The bed is placed on short legs to prevent moisture due to a dirt
floor.
5. A bunk bed
is two or more beds one atop the other. A bunk
bed is a type of bed in which one bed frame is stacked on top of another. This leads to them being used in places with
limited floor space, such as on ships and in army garrisons or in places that
wish to maximize bedspace such as: dormitories, summer camp cabins, hostels,
children's rooms, prison cells, or university residence halls.
6. A camp bed
is a simple, temporary, portable bed
used by armies and large organizations in times of crisis. A camp bed is a small portable, lightweight bed used in situations where
larger permanent beds cannot be used. Camp beds are generally used by armies or
government organizations.
7. A canopy bed
is similar to a four poster bed, but the
posts usually extend higher and are adorned, sometimes completely
enclosing the bed. A canopy bed is a decorative bed somewhat similar to a
four-poster bed. A typical canopy bed usually features posts at each of the
four corners extending four feet high or more above the mattress
8. A daybed
is a couch that is used as a seat by day and as a
bed by night. Daybeds are used as beds as well for lounging, reclining and
seating. They can be made out of wood, metal or a combination of wood and
metal. Often
daybeds will also feature a trundle to expand sleeping capacity.
9. A
futon
is a traditional style of Japanese bed that is also available in a larger
Western style. A futon is a flat mattress with a fabric exterior stuffed with
cotton, wool, or synthetic batting that makes up a Japanese bed. Futons are
sold in Japan at speciality stores called futon'ya as well as at department
stores.
10. The
Western futon
is based on the Japanese original, with several major
differences. It is almost always placed on a configurable wood or metal frame
for dual use as a bed and a chair or couch. Typically, the frame folds in the
middle, allowing the futon to be used as a couch, and flattens for use as a
bed.
11. A four
poster bed
is a bed with four posts, one in each corner, that support a tester.
A four-poster bed is a bed with four vertical columns, one in each corner, that
support a tester, or upper panel.
12. A
hammock
is a piece of suspended fabric. A hammock is a sling made of fabric,
rope, or netting, suspended between two points, used for swinging, sleeping, or
resting.
13. A hospital bed
is specifically designed to facilitate
convalescence, traditionally in a hospital or nursing facility, but
increasingly in other settings, such as a private residence. A hospital bed is a bed specially designed for
hospitalized patients or others in need of some form of health care. These beds
have special features both for the comfort and well-being of the patient and
for the convenience of health care workers.
14. An
iron bed, developed in the 1850s
is constructed of iron and steel. Iron beds
are beds in which the headboard and footboard are made of iron; the frame rails
are usually made of steel.
15. A
Murphy bed or wall bed
is a bed that can hinge into a wall or cabinet to save
space. A Murphy Bed, also called a wall bed, pull
down bed or fold-down bed is a bed that is hinged at one end to store
vertically against the wall, or inside a closet or cabinet.
To Be Continued ...
