The word FUTON is a Japanese word originally referring to any round mat our cushion filled with leaves. The traditional Japanese Futon is a group of three products making up a bed. The three products consist of a futon, which is a thin cotton pad, a shikibuton which is a three folding pad that sits under the thin cotton pad, and a Kakibuton which is a comforter that goes on top of the thin cotton pad.
Learn more about Futons.Choosing between a sofa bed or futon has much to do with personal preference.
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The dorm room staple has gone through quite the upgrade over the past few years.
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Different types of futons are available, from the original Japanese futon, to the modern western variants that you store on a frame and fold from a couch to a bed. Even within those categories are multiple types, and each one has different functions and advantages.
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There are several types of futon frames available including wallhugger futon frames, outdoor futon frames, front loading futon frames, and bunkbed futon frames. Of these types there are two major constructions; the bi-fold and the tri-fold models.
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A futon can be one of the most usefully versatile pieces of furniture you’ll ever purchase.
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After you have spent days or weeks deciding on the perfect futon frame for your needs, you want to make sure that it lasts a long time.
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Buying a futon mattress is similar to selecting a traditional mattress with a few additional considerations. With Futon mattresses, it’s what is on the inside that counts.
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Innovations in futons and futon technology have helped futon manufacturers weather the storm of the economic downturn. There are many styles available that shoppers will be interested in learning about.
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Be aware of what is inside your furniture and what options are available to help avoid VOC's or Chemical Flame retardants. You have healthier options available such as purchasing solid wood furniture or selecting water based low VOC paints or stains when purchasing wood furniture. As far as mattresses, there are chemical free as well as organic mattresses available at affordable prices.
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One of the first steps in purchasing a new piece of furniture, is knowing how you will be using your futon frame and which room will you be using it in.
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