No arsenal of outdoor furniture is complete without the homey addition of a day bed. A staple of languid days in the sun with a book in one hand, and a hot cuppa in the other...an outdoor day bed or sofa provides an alfresco living space ideal for all forms of relaxation.

Amp up the at-home luxury by dressing your day bed with outdoor cushions, adding a throw for extra warmth during the winter - or positioning the lounge under the umbrella or tree shade in the summer.

With options on the market aplenty, we've done the browsing for you to curate our edit of the best outdoor day beds that are luxuriously comfy, stylish and budget-friendly...

This tropically modern day bed from Castlery features nature-inspired textures with its solid acacia wooden legs, and comes in two neutral hues - charcoal and taupe.

With woven rope detailing and acacia timber, the Amalfi outdoor sofa complements any background - from rich foliage to industrial-styled concrete walls.

Lounge around with the whole family on this versatile day bed that features a retractable canopy and can be reconfigured into separate pieces. Perfect for poolside relaxation come summertime.

Shop now at Temple & Webster

Bring a touch of the Hamptons to your own backyard with this Australian-made pine wood day bed that is crafted with sustainable Australian plantation timber.

Crafted with recycled hardwood timber in Northern NSW, this classically-styled day bed is a sustainable pick for garden-time rest and repose. Plus, you have your choice of colour for its included bolsters and mattress.

Shop now at Catch.com.au

Lightweight and easy-to-assemble, this oxford day bed is an elegantly simple solution for chasing the sun from the garden to the veranda, in style.

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This handwoven rattan day bed features a natural linen mattress cover and helps to further elevate any coastal or boho decor.

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Available in three stylish shades, the St. Barths day bed is made from 100 per cent recycled acacia wood, and features a foldable arm that extends the length of the bed for heightened tranquility.

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