What Is a Zed Bed?

A zed bed is a folding guest bed that opens into a Z shape, with a three section mattress on a hinged frame that rolls away into a cupboard when it is not needed. This guide explains how the mechanism works, typical single and small double dimensions, and the space you need both folded and open. We compare zed beds with folding beds, sofa beds and storage beds so you can judge which suits your home, and cover honest comfort expectations, the value of a topper, and what to check on frames, castors and leg locks before buying. There is also practical advice on airing, upright storage and hinge maintenance to keep a zed bed usable for years in compact UK homes....