The Futon Shop is an innovative leader in the creation of chemical free and has been creating natural and chemical free mattresses in California for over 40 years. We strive to set the standards of excellence for furniture manufacturers and retailers alike and have established a business which maintains highest standards of craftsmanship and transparency. Our goal is to provide affordable natural sleep products that are free of toxic chemicals and healthy for the planet and your home. We also believe in supporting our local community by manufacturing our mattresses locally in California. We source our natural fibers from local farmers and process them on site allowing us to have complete control of what does and does not go into our mattresses.
In keeping with our Mission, we present our line of only 100% chemical free mattresses and non-toxic futon mattresses hand crafted by our expert team. By using only the best chemical fre and natural ingredients, we offer you chemical free mattresses capable of providing unrivaled comfort. This is our finest line of mattress and Chemical Free Futon Mattresses in which we are the most proud. Our customers keep coming back for more so we know we are doing something right. We source the best local ingredients from farmers devoted to grow and harvest the most natural and organiccotton fibers available. We are the national leaders in innovation, quality and comfort in our niche. We are the manufacturer of each and every mattress, cutting out the middle man, felting the raw wool and cotton, assembling the mattress, and finally packaging for delivery or shipping. The Futon Shop has made chemical free living affordable for everyone, because we care and believe everyone deserves the choice to sleep healthy. See our line of 100% chemical free mattresses and learn more about the benefits of their ingredients below!
FAQ
What is a Futon?
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.What is the Difference between an Organic Mattress (Futon) and a Natural Mattress (Futon)?
Whether you are building an organic mattress (futon) or a natural mattress (futon), the basic ingredients are the same. There are basically only a few ingredients considered organic or natural when manufacturing a mattress.
Learn more about Organic versus Natural Mattresses.Mattress Manufacturing
We manufacture every one of our mattresses locally in our San Francisco Factory. The Futon Shop is a vertically integrated retailer that manufacturers eco-friendly mattresses from start to finish. Tucked away in a 30,000 square foot factory located at 2150 Cesar Chavez St. on the border of the Potrero Hill Neighborhood in San Francisco, The Futon Shop dates back to 1976, led by Suzanne Diamond and her team of specialists dedicated to producing eco friendly furniture and bedding. What does this mean for the consumer? Today it is not only “you are what you eat,” but "you are where you sleep" or in other words "you are where you live." Farm-to-bedroom brings locally made, natural and healthy furniture into America’s homes. In today’s fast paced world the bedroom is often overlooked, although more time is spent in bed then on any other piece of furniture in a home.
Learn more about Mattress Manufacturing.Tufted vs. Untufted
Bendable Mattresses
This mattress will bend and has been designed for use as a platform bed mattress and a futon mattress.
Learn more about Bendable Mattresses.Do I Need Box Springs?
You do not need box springs for any of our mattresses. This mattress has been designed to work on a slatted platform bed as well as a convertible futon sofabed frame.
Learn more about Box Springs and Platform Beds.Do you need to flip or rotate your mattress?
For the first few months of use, we recommend you rotate and flip your mattress head to toe every time you change your sheets to ensure the materials settle evenly. After six months, we recommend you rotate and flip your mattress at least every other month.
Learn more about Flipping your Mattress?Will my mattress work as a Sofa or a Bed?
This mattress will work both a Platform Bed and a Sofa Bed.
Learn more about Sofa Bed Mattresses?Sleep Positions and Mattress Feel
The Stratus is rated as Soft. Soft Mattresses are the best for alleviating pressure on the hips and shoulders. This mattress is recommended mainly for side sleepers.
Learn more about Sleep Positions and Mattress Feel.Are there Chemical fire retardants in your mattress?
This mattresses has been manufactured using Sodium Borate as a flame retardant.
Learn more about fire retardants.Will my mattress have an odor?
The Stratus contains Certipure-US Certified foam that does not offgas or contain odors.
Learn more about Mattress Odors.Will my mattress lump?
This mattress should not lump or dip if properly cared for. Dipping or lumping is generally caused by uneven wear on the mattress. By following the flip and rotation instructions, you will ensure that your mattress does not experience dipping or lumping.
Learn more about Lumpy Mattresses.Mattresses for back problems
There is no single mattress style or type that works for all people. Although any mattress that helps someone sleep without pain and stiffness is the best mattress for that individual. A good mattress should provide back support for the natural curves and alignment of the spine.
What mattress is best if I have back problems?Motion Isolation
The Stratus minimum motion isolation. The layers of blended cotton and HR foam that surround the bouncy bonell coils add comfort and bounce, but provides minimum motion absorption.
Learn more about Motion Isolation.Mattress Lifespan
The Stratus Mattress has a life expectancy of 9-12 years with every day use.
Learn more about Mattress Lifespans.Shipping To New York City
Our futons and mattresses are sitting in homes all through New York state. Since 1976 our customers are sitting and sleeping on our healthy non-toxic mattresses and futons and we are proud it.
Learn more about shipping to New York City.
