Not to be outdone, Next has joined the party with a brand new collection of beds for your cats and ... red” checked miniature sofa. Also available in grey, it’s practically regal.

That is, until Burrow, one of our favorite sofa-in-a-box brands that takes durable furniture to the next level ... a distinct gap between the sofa’s bed and back or between two mattresses.

For a more modern, contemporary look, head to Ikea. This three-seater sofa bed is very reasonably priced and the grey colour won't date but can easily be brightened with a colourful cushion (or three) ...