Futons

Futons, Frames, and Covers

Futons are great space savers and very economical because of the double duty they perform. Futonstyle.com is an informational website about the variations, history, and care of futons. The website is for those looking for more information about futons and does not endorse or promote any one brand or product.

The futon actually originated in Asia and there are two distinct types- Asian and western. Asian futons are actually just a simple mattress filled with down feathers or cotton batting. They are accompanied with a comforter, blanket, and pillow. The Asian futon is placed on the floor for sleeping and is folded and placed in a closet during the day. Many people believe that sleeping on this type of surface is better for the back.

The Western futon is a thin mattress placed on a frame that converts from a seat to a bed. The seat can range in size from a chair to a large love seat. The most common futons are love seat sized. The mattress is about the size of a double bed when folded out flat. The futon chair seats and sleeps only one.

One of the great things about a futon is that they are light weight and easy to move. The futon can be bi-fold or tri-fold. With the bi-fold version the seating is along the length of the couch and seats two to three. The tri-fold has seating along the width of the mattress and seats two.

Futons are great for dorms, kids’ rooms and small apartments. The mattress covers come in many different kinds of fabric, colors, and patterns and the frames can be made from a few different materials. Because mattresses and frames can be purchased together or separately they can easily mesh with any kind of décor. Different combinations can be made so fitting a futon into the style of the room is easy. There are even leather futons that can make an elegant statement in any office or library.

Futon frames are typically made from wood, metal, wicker, or can be of the upholstered variety. Wooden frames add warmth to a room and are great for guest bedrooms and family rooms. Metal frames are stylish and work well in dorms and kids’ rooms. Wicker futon frames add a natural feel to a room and are fantastic for sun rooms or porches.
For those who want more than just a piece of accent furniture and actually want to use the futon as an economical solution to a couch and a bed then an upholstered frame is a good choice. Upholstered frames look more like a real couch. The bed will also be more comfortable with some padded “bumpers.”

When purchasing a mattress for a futon frame it’s important to consider area in which the futon is placed and how often it will get used. If it will be used as a bed daily then a thick foam mattress will be best. Mattresses can be made from poly foam, buckwheat, thick cotton batting, or foam and spring combination.

The poly foam is good for support and cushioning. Buckwheat is a natural material that is good for support as well, but it also helps to regulate body temperature. For those who will not need to move the futon often a mattress with springs is a good option. They offer more support but are heavier than most futon mattresses.

A futon mattress should be at least six inches thick; otherwise it will quickly become lumpy and uncomfortable.Its just like antique beds, it does not matter how good it looks, if it's not comfortable. Lumpy mattresses are usually the first complaint people have with futons and this can be avoided by not purchasing cheap, thin mattresses.

Because of the double duty they perform futons are quickly worn out. Frames can last longer than the mattresses so look for frames with warranties to ensure it will last at least five years. Mattresses will typically have to be replaced every two years. Because there is no box spring on a futon bed excessive weight placed unevenly should be avoided.

Futons are a great way for college students to save money. They make great inexpensive accents to rooms lacking furniture. You can also save money buy investing in electric blankets, so you dont have to turn up your heater at night. Kids love futons too. Purchasing a futon is a good idea because chances are it will get used often and it will be a big hit in the home.

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Futons, Frames, and Covers

Futons are great space savers and very economical because of the double duty they perform. Futonstyle.com is an informational website about the variations, history, and care of futons. The website is for those looking for more information about futons and does not endorse or promote any one brand or product.

The futon actually originated in Asia and there are two distinct types- Asian and western. Asian futons are actually just a simple mattress filled with down feathers or cotton batting. They are accompanied with a comforter, blanket, and pillow. The Asian futon is placed on the floor for sleeping and is folded and placed in a closet during the day. Many people believe that sleeping on this type of surface is better for the back.

The Western futon is a thin mattress placed on a frame that converts from a seat to a bed. The seat can range in size from a chair to a large love seat. The most common futons are love seat sized. The mattress is about the size of a double bed when folded out flat. The futon chair seats and sleeps only one.

One of the great things about a futon is that they are light weight and easy to move. The futon can be bi-fold or tri-fold. With the bi-fold version the seating is along the length of the couch and seats two to three. The tri-fold has seating along the width of the mattress and seats two.

Futons are great for dorms, kids’ rooms and small apartments. The mattress covers come in many different kinds of fabric, colors, and patterns and the frames can be made from a few different materials. Because mattresses and frames can be purchased together or separately they can easily mesh with any kind of décor. Different combinations can be made so fitting a futon into the style of the room is easy. There are even leather futons that can make an elegant statement in any office or library.

Futon frames are typically made from wood, metal, wicker, or can be of the upholstered variety. Wooden frames add warmth to a room and are great for guest bedrooms and family rooms. Metal frames are stylish and work well in dorms and kids’ rooms. Wicker futon frames add a natural feel to a room and are fantastic for sun rooms or porches.
For those who want more than just a piece of accent furniture and actually want to use the futon as an economical solution to a couch and a bed then an upholstered frame is a good choice. Upholstered frames look more like a real couch. The bed will also be more comfortable with some padded “bumpers.”

When purchasing a mattress for a futon frame it’s important to consider area in which the futon is placed and how often it will get used. If it will be used as a bed daily then a thick foam mattress will be best. Mattresses can be made from poly foam, buckwheat, thick cotton batting, or foam and spring combination.

The poly foam is good for support and cushioning. Buckwheat is a natural material that is good for support as well, but it also helps to regulate body temperature. For those who will not need to move the futon often a mattress with springs is a good option. They offer more support but are heavier than most futon mattresses.

A futon mattress should be at least six inches thick; otherwise it will quickly become lumpy and uncomfortable.Its just like antique beds, it does not matter how good it looks, if it's not comfortable. Lumpy mattresses are usually the first complaint people have with futons and this can be avoided by not purchasing cheap, thin mattresses.

Because of the double duty they perform futons are quickly worn out. Frames can last longer than the mattresses so look for frames with warranties to ensure it will last at least five years. Mattresses will typically have to be replaced every two years. Because there is no box spring on a futon bed excessive weight placed unevenly should be avoided.

Futons are a great way for college students to save money. They make great inexpensive accents to rooms lacking furniture. You can also save money buy investing in electric blankets, so you dont have to turn up your heater at night. Kids love futons too. Purchasing a futon is a good idea because chances are it will get used often and it will be a big hit in the home.