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Another Bit of Advice (Reply to this comment)
by Collectonian
I have a futon I LOVE. I've had it about 5 years and am now shopping for a new mattress. Unfortunately, when I first bought my futon, no one told me the secret to ensuring its longevity: flip and rotate the mattress! Just like with older bed mattresses, a futon mattress should be flipped and rotated regularly so that the wear on it stays even and it lasts longer. I recommend doing this once a quarter or every six months depending on how its used.
Also, get the thickest futon mattress you can afford. 6" is the bare minimum I'd go for, and for my new mattress I'll probably go for either either 7" or 9" thickness. Those extras inches really make a difference in the feel, and if you are going to use it as your primary bed, go for a 8-10" thick mattress.
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Dec 17 '05
2:07 pm PST
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extending futon life and softness (Reply to this comment)
by stinewalker
I've used futons for years and found the secret to living with a futon as my bed is regularly airing out the futon. On a nice sunny day, take your futon (you will probably need a helper for this if it's a queen size or larger futon) to a nice clean spot on your patio or balcony and leave it there for a few hours on each side. The sun will cause the trapped moisture in the cotton to evaporate and leave you with a futon that feels all fluffy and like new again.
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Oct 04 '05
11:03 am PDT
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Okay, now what? (Reply to this comment)
by therck
It appears that you have made a specific futon selection, but did not include that information in your opinion. I am currently searching for usable information to make a futon purchase selection. I did not find it here.
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Oct 18 '02
11:19 am PDT
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Futons can be just as lumpy and bumpy as a regular mattress! (Reply to this comment)
by jasperblu
I got my first futon when I went off to college some 17 years ago and I've slept on them exclusively ever since.
A word of caution though: Futons are GREAT to sleep on when they are new, but I can tell you from personal experience that the comfort level won't last forever - and you should definitely buy the highest quality futon that you can get (i.e. dense cotton, high thickness, etc.). Just like a standard mattress, if you skimp on quality in favor of a cheap price, you *will* be throwing it out after 2 years.
I currently have two high quality, 8" thick futons stacked on top of each other on a flat wood futon frame, which I've been sleeping on for almost 10 years. I stacked them because it gave the bed more height, and b/c it offered more support. However, they are finally reaching the end of their lifespan and I now need to decide if I will buy another futon, or switch to a standard (albeit high quality) mattress.
Futons can be a great alternative to a standard bed, especially when they are brand new and you are young and spry. They give good support, are firm yet soft, and offer that contemporary "hip" styling that one wants when one is young and fancy-free.
Now that I am in my late 30's, and I am battling the increasing aches and pains of age, I just don't know if a futon will be my next best choice for bedding.
Best advice from me would be to do your homework. Find the best mattress (futon or standard) for your overall needs, weight, sleep patterns, budget, etc. and you'll be satisfied for a long time to come.
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Apr 03 '02
2:48 pm PST
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Re: I cant disagree with you more. (Reply to this comment)
by sweetcece
Well, that's your opinion... ;)
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Dec 05 '01
12:42 pm PST
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I cant disagree with you more. (Reply to this comment)
by eh2zed
As a manager of one of Canada's largest furniture chains I couldn't disagree with your suggestion for people who are "larger" to buy a futon to solve their bedding problems. The reason you probably had to constantly buy your son a new bed is probably because you didn't buy a good one in the first place. If after two years you were throwing out the bed this tells me that after two years the warranty had expired other wise you would have it replaced under the terms of the warranty. No mattress can be considered good and have such a short warranty. A mattress should have at least a 10 year Non-prorated warranty to be considered good. For a 300lb man I would suggest nothing less. A futon is nothing but foam and cotton. A good mattress has over 600 coils that are double tempered. That feature alone makes an actual mattress better than a futon. I would also discourage people from taking this advice on the grounds that a futon is terrible for the back and meant for only occasional sleep. A good mattress is designed to support the back and for constant use. In closing, a futon is not the answer. Save up, buy him a good bed. I would suggest a sealy or a serta product.
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Nov 06 '01
12:55 am PST
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Re: No+Support? (Reply to this comment)
by luv_sunshine
I am a single mom who lives in a very small apartment. I sleep on a futon every night. I LOVE it. Then during the day, I turn my bedroom into a den for just me.
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Jun 19 '01
12:28 am PDT
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Wow! (Reply to this comment)
by momsworkinlate
This is a really creative idea. My boys are younger than your boys ~ our older two share a room. I have considered getting one of the bunk beds with lower futon but wasn't sure how well made they are. Perhaps this is something that would work for us. I'll have to look into it.
Thanks for a great review (and idea!).
Laurie
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Jun 07 '01
6:07 pm PDT
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Mmmm....Futon.... :) (Reply to this comment)
by sibhreach
I agree! I've had my futon for about a year - although, it's used for any overnight guests - and the mattress has been holding up quite nicely! Everyone who's slept on it has been very pleased and when it's my sofa, I use it often so I can work on my sewing projects with ease. :)
Nice review! :)
...C. "sibhreach"
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Jun 07 '01
10:43 am PDT
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Re: No+Support? (Reply to this comment)
by sweetcece
This futon is amazing. I bought the top of the line mattress to go with it and even after one year, you can't even tell the thing has been used!
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Jun 07 '01
2:15 am PDT
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No Support? (Reply to this comment)
by verywellthen
It seems to me from my experience with Futons, they have no support and wear out very fast!
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Jun 06 '01
8:43 pm PDT
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The more I hear about futons (Reply to this comment)
by stacyb
the more I want one! We have a fairly large foyer in our home and I thought one would look so nice in there. We have our loveseat that matches our couch in there now but I'd like to move it back into the living room. The thing is though...I can't find one that looks nice enough to put in the foyer. The ones I have seen locally are either made of a cheap wood or are metal and not very classy looking. I'd like a real nice oak one or something that is painted elegantly. I'll have to keep looking. Nice review!
STacy
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Jun 05 '01
2:02 pm PDT
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Re: I+am+glad+you+ (Reply to this comment)
by sweetcece
Carol,
As I mentioned to you in email, it depends on the manufacturer as to the quality of these items.
I've seen very cheap ones thrown out at my apartment complex. The one I purchased was a great deal, but not "cheap". know what I mean?
CeCe
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Jun 05 '01
11:42 am PDT
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When my husband and I were living... (Reply to this comment)
by amysmum
...in a one-bedroomed appartment, we bought one
so that we could have visitors - used as a sofa
during the day and a bed at night. It's now in my daughter's bedroom and seems set to last - must be
about ten years old now.
Catriona
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Jun 05 '01
8:56 am PDT
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I am glad you (Reply to this comment)
by remnjava
mentioned the durability factor. I have seen one or two and assumed they were less durable.
Thanks,
Carol
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Jun 05 '01
8:16 am PDT
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bed schmed (Reply to this comment)
by sumo_rhino
We sleep on futons when visiting my bro-in-law in Florida or my best pal in the country.
I see them in our future.
- sumo_rhino
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Jun 05 '01
5:23 am PDT
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