I grew up in a roomy, shingled house outside of Boston, but come summer, the five of us migrated to our screened porch. Perfumed by the garden, this small, hidden back space was furnished with a white-painted Swedish dining table and a rattan daybed, two pieces so beloved—and durable—that when my mother downsized to an apartment, she took them with her.
So I know from experience that rattan daybeds are the ultimate for napping. And they’re so emblematic of easy, breezy living that they qualify as stress reducers. I’ve been glad to see a number of variations appear on the market. Here are five current versions to consider, plus an antique from a French workshop that’s been reintroducing rattan production to the South of France.
The Vintage Inspiration

5 Current Versions






Here’s more rattan on our radar:
- DIY Idea: 8 Economical Rattan Projects
- High/Low: Summery Scandi-Style Rattan Bed
- Trend Alert: Rattan Made Modern (Plus 15 to Buy)
N.B. This story originally ran on June 28, 2018 and has been updated with new products, links, and pricing.







Have a Question or Comment About This Post?
Join the conversation