, courtesy of hobvias sudoneighm A futon mattress can be used on a regular bed frame. But, it looks better if the futon mattress is close to the size of a standard mattress the frame is designed for. To support the mattress, you will need to install wooden slats very close together on the frame. Or you can install a solid layer of half-inch plywood on a metal bed frame to hold a futon. Futons Need a Support Base A regular bed frame is typically just metal railing. You must create an almost solid base for the futon mattress to rest upon. A standard box spring can be placed on just three or four boards placed across the bed frame. But, a futon is more flexible. A solid plywood base placed over a few wooden slats works best. The plywood can be painted or stained, so exposed areas have a finished look around the edges. If a standard bed frame has a box spring, you can simply place a futon mattress on top of the box spring. All Sizes are Available The thickness and overall size of futon mattresses vary widely.
Futons should be at least 5 inches thick. Eight-inch thick futons are often used on children's bunk beds. You can buy these mattresses in full, queen and king bed sizes. Thicker mattresses can't be rolled up, but they do give more support than thinner ones. Purchase a futon for a bunk bed to fit the exact depth of a box-type "cavity." A higher futon mattress may allow the child to slide off the bunk over the railing. Transporting Is a Big Plus College students or families with frequent overnight guests often buy futon mattresses. They are easy to maneuver if your family moves a lot. Futons are ideal if you live in an apartment high-rise or dorm room where hallway space is tight. The flexibility of the futon mattress is one of its best features. Thin, lightweight futons can be rolled up. For best results, only mattresses at least 8 inches thick should be used for permanent sleeping arrangements. Futons Hold Up Well The lifespan of a good futon mattress is identical to a standard mattress.
They typically last seven years. Futon mattresses are usually 100 percent cotton, so they are environmentally friendly and allergy friendly. They do come in other materials, including cotton with foam layers and 100 percent wool. Their outer covering comes in leather, heavy fabrics and vinyl coverings made to look like leather. If more than one person sleeps on a futon bed, you can add support from the floor. Place heavy plastic or wooden cubes on the floor under the plywood sheeting. Blocks of wood can raise the cubes to the right height to support the plywood. Ars Technica: Futons Compared to Regular Mattresses Affordable Futons: Bunk Beds and Advice on Guard Rails Bed Bunk Futon: Creating Platform Surface for Futon Bed You May Also Like Deciding whether to buy a futon or a mattress may be more important than it seems. According to the National Sleep Foundation,... Make your futon mattress more comfortable with a mattress topper. Rotate the mattress frequently whether you sit or sleep on it, to...
Using a traditional mattress with a futon frame is a simple process. The main problem with using a regular mattress is that... The idea of the mattress and box springs on the floor conjure up images of college days when buying a proper bed... Traditional beds have two parts: a mattress, made from coiled metal springs encased in batting or heavy fabric and a box spring... Each set of bunk beds is made to different specifications, so giving a solid yes or no answer to this question is... How to Build a Futon Bed Frame What Type of Futon Mattresses Are Comfortable? How to Use a Twin Mattress on a Futon Frame What Is the Difference in a Futon & a Japanese Futon Mattress? How to Clean a Futon Mattress Instructions for Building a Futon Bed FrameThe requested URL /?p=759 was not found on this server.A quality futon can be as comfortable as a regular mattress. A futon is a type of cushion or mattress, and futons are valued for their versatility.
Unlike a standard mattress, futons are very flexible, and are often used as cushions on frames that can convert between a sofa and a bed. Futons are designed to be slept on instead of a mattress. Sleeping on one regularly, though, may or may not be a good idea depending upon your circumstances and the particular futon. Futons In the past, futons were the standard for sleeping in Japan and are often still used today due to their convenience. These flexible mattresses can be folded up and stored easily, leaving space for other activities. A standard bed with a frame can't be put away so easily, and so a space must be reserved specifically for the bed. While Japanese futons and American futons are similar, there are some differences. Japanese futons tend to be much thinner and are designed to be laid on the floor, while American futons are thicker and typically laid over a frame. Sleeping Well The quality of your bed directly affects the quality of your sleep. Using a firm mattress gives good support to your back, reducing back pain.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, putting a mattress on the floor is not a harmful way of increasing the firmness of your mattress. Futons are typically firmer than traditional mattresses because they are designed to be put on the floor, and so using a futon on the floor can potentially be good for you. However, as a solution to chronic or severe back pain, a futon is probably not the best idea as other mattresses can conform better to your body. Comfort The construction of your futon is an important factor in how well you'll sleep well on one. If you tend to sleep on your back, a thinner futon is better and will give more support. If you tend to sleep on your side, a thicker futon is essential for cushioning your body. Futons can also be made from a variety of materials. Cotton is the traditional material for a futon, but modern futons can be made from foam or polyester, which offer good support and are more resistant to mold than other materials. Futons and Health True futons are designed to be used as regular bedding, the same as a mattress.