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Frequently Asked Questions About Futons

Slumberland Furniture carries all of today’s best futon sofa beds. Read on or explore our futon buying guide to help you make an informed purchase. Futons are ideal for small spaces, like those living in student housing, studio apartments, or with roommates. Save on the cost of the bed, mattress, and couch with an affordable futon mattress and futon frame.

What is a futon?

Futons began as simple mattresses that could be rolled up and stored during the day. Modern futons have evolved to consist of a mattress and a metal or wooden frame. They can be quickly converted from a couch to a bed and back. They maintain their ease of use and flexibility as multifunctional furniture.

Although sofa beds, daybeds, and futons often serve the same purpose, there are some key differences. The mattress of a sleeper sofa is stored under the frame when not in use. The futon mattress is part of the sofa and merely folds out when needed. Western-style futon beds are not covered in upholstery, while a sleeper sofa is fully upholstered. Daybeds have a trundle that stashes under the daybed. They serve the main function of a bed, instead of a couch.

What is the mattress size for a futon?

Since futons are often used in small apartments, student housing, and as a quick bed in living rooms, the most common size for a futon mattress is full/double or queen. Compact, space savers when folded up, this size can easily accommodate two people when opened up and used as a bed. Queen and king sizes are gaining popularity due to the extra sleeping and sitting space they provide.

Full-size: 75”w 54”d 8”h

Queen-size: 80”w 60”d 8”h

What are the types of futons?

Because you can purchase a mattress and frame separately, you can customize the style and color to your exact specifications. Do you want a memory foam futon or faux leather? We have the futon for you! And you can change the color anytime you wish by simply changing the mattress cover.

Below are different varieties of futons that can add style and functionality to your home.

• Bifold Frames: The bifold frame is the most common and popular due to its extreme versatility. With this frame, the futon mattress folds in half the long way. Perfect for use as a sofa and easily converted into a bed, we offer these frames in full and queen sizes.
• Armless Frames: If you need a futon mattress that can accommodate someone tall, the armless frame is the way to go. When opened up, this type of frame looks more like a traditional bed and offers more space for taller people. When closed, it provides a little more seating space than a frame with arms.
• Convertible Sofa Futons: These futons are more of a hybrid between futons and sofa beds. With sleek minimalist lines and a variety of colors, it can easily fit into modern and transitional spaces. They open easily and convert from a couch into a futon. Convertible sofa futons have thick poly-wrapped high-resiliency foam cushions for comfort and style. You can find them with or without arms for maximum size.
• Convertible Ottoman Futons: Is it an ottoman, a chair, or a bed? How about all three? This type of futon is ideal for a guest room that doubles as a home office. It is perfect as an ottoman in the living room. The large size provides plenty of space to put your feet up after a long day. It quickly converts into a comfortable platform sleeper for weekend guests. The foam cushion is super comfortable, and the contemporary style and compact size easily fit into any room.