You have my heart. You and I are best friends, didn't you know? You have made my life so much easier. I remember our first meeting like it was yesterday. My husband and I drove 3.5 hours just to come inside your beautiful blue and yellow doors. We shopped for several hours for our new tiny home on wheels. We STUFFED our car. My husband litterly had to run and push boxes into our vehicle. Thank you for making our RVing lives so much happier. When people come into our home they usually ask where we got our furniture. I love telling them about IKEA and all the awesome storage solutions they have for us RVers. I want to show you a few of my favorite things from the beloved store. First up, my favorite. Not only is it my favorite color, but it rolls perfectly and so much storage without being in the way. I love you my little blue rolling friend. Thank you for holding my veggies and fruit and random projects so that my counters are not cluttered! Next up in the kitchen, our dropleaf table.
It actually extends on both sides but we have no room in here to extend both sides so we usually just pop up one side. It also has 6 deep drawers for storage (3 on each side). All 4 kids eat at this table and Jon and I will either sit on the couch or stand at the island. We do miss all sitting down together, but we are still all in the same room...all of the time!! The only downside to this is the weight. It's a heavy beast for an RV but a table is a must and we do love it and we are glad we have it. Also in the kitchen, we have installed these great rail system. We use these buckets for utensils, straws, mints and random small things. It keeps more things off of our counters but easy to access. In the pantry we hung up some of these magnetic bars. You could use them for knife storage but we choose to use them for spice jars from IKEA. I love that I can see them but they are not taking up space in my pantry. The inside of doors is a great way to hide the not so pretty things or a great way to organize spices or small items.
This next one is a close running for first place with the rolling cart. This is our shoe 'bucket'. In our home we always had two big shoe buckets by the door that everyones shoes were just thrown into. We have narrowed the shoe collection down to only 2 pairs for each kid. Jon and I each have 3 pairs. All of our shoes fit neatly into these doors and we just love that we aren't always tripping on shoes everywhere. One more handy item we have is these knobs. They screw into the wall or cabinet and you can easily hang up towels or whatever you want. They are simple, pretty, and easy to install. We have some on our island that our dish towels are always haning on. Also in our kitchen/living room is these wonderful light shades. We have a long and frustrating story to go along with the reason we ended up with these lights but I am so glad we did! We love the light it casts on the ceiling and walls at night. For $15 a piece, we couldn't be happier. On to the bathroom.
We installed these nifty towel bars. They move so that it's easy to have the towels separated in order to dry quicker. I love that it doesn't take up much space and it looks nice as well. With 6 people we have a lot of towels drying and I really didn't want towels hanging on every inch of the minimal wall space in our tiny bathroom. This seems to fit the bill just fine. Also in our bathroom is this awesome hamper. (Sadly they don't sell it anymore) It has supports in it that allows it to stand up which is great. Another feature we love is the straps on the back. It's perfect for throwing on my back when I ride my bike to the laundromat. I love that it's the perfect size for our family. We actually have two! One for dirty clothes and one we keep in the truck for clean clothes to come back in. Last, but certainly not least is our couch! Unfortunately it doesn't look like they sell exactly what we got anymore, but it was in the KIVIK family. We knew we needed to keep it under 5' for the space we wanted it in.
We didn't want it covering up our big window in the livingroom. I am so happy with our choice of the Kivik collection. It's technically not a couch but rather is two chairs that are clamped together with an ottoman on the side. The ottoman top lifts up and off for more storage. Right now kids' toys are in there but I could easily see it being used for food storage if we didn't have a big pantry. The couch is comfortable, we all 6 can fit on it for movie nights and the covers are washable (dry clean only). The seat cushions have velcro on the bottom so that they aren't sliding off everytime you sit down and they are easy to lift off for cleaning. We love this sofa and are so happy with our purchase! So, there you have it. These are our most used IKEA items that we LOVE! What items do you have that you love and that save you time and space in your tiny home? We'd love to know about them.There are affiliate links above. We may get compensated if you follow it and buy the product we've written about.
Of course, we only recommend things we genuinely love. Mattresses are in pretty much standard sizes so that sheets will fit. To know what the sizes are, see Mattress Size Chart .Futon mattress reviews are the key to finding the best futon mattress for sale. Reasonably priced futon mattresses are a great way to walk the line between "real" furniture and affordable furniture. Many of us are cramped, either for space or for cash. This is especially true when you are still in school or just starting out. This is the time when you want furniture that looks good but doesn't take up too many of your resources. The consistently most positive part of futon reviews is the ease of storage. In fact, the principle of dual use is why most people elect to get one in the first place. They are also easier to use than sofa-sleepers as well as have a more comfortable mattress. What most consumers like about futon beds is their versatility and convenience. With just a few simple moves your couch can fold out into your bed, and vice versa.
Some people believe that they have to sacrifice comfort for convenience when they are shopping for a futon mattress. This is not the case. If you look at some of the best futon beds out there, you will find that you can have excellent support and comfort as well as versatility. To help narrow your search through the thousands of different styles and brands, here is a short list of some of the most comfortable futons on the market... DHP Independently-Encased Coil Premium Futon Mattress If you want an inexpensive but well-made futon mattress, one of the best choices on the market is the Premier Futon Mattress. The Premier Futon Mattress stands out because of these features: 8 Inch Loft Cotton/Foam Microfiber Futon The 8 Inch Loft Cotton/Foam Microfiber Futon Mattress is the ultimate for supportive comfort. Just about everyone who purchased this full size futon bed has said that it retains its shape and support for at least as long as the five year warranty.
, this futon mattress has an excellent average star rating of 4.4 out of 5. The reason the Loft is so supportive is because it layers six different sections of cotton batting with two different sections of high density foam. This unique design means that the center is firm and the sides will hold up to repeated folding and unfolding. This futon bed comes in charcoal, buff, and cedar colors. It will also easily take a new futon mattress cover. People, who use it as a couch, report that it is very cushiony and comfortable. The same goes for people who use it as a bed, though many said it made them feel warm when they slept. The Premier Full Cotton/Foam 8 Inch Futon Mattress is an extremely good value for its price. With shipping, it costs less than $160. It comes in a standard full size and will therefore fit many different styles of futon frames. Most customers rave about how it is thicker and firmer than their old futon bed. That is because the Premier Full Cotton/Foam futon mattress has a three inch inner core layer of high density convoluted foam surrounded on both sides by two inches of cotton batting.
People who have bought this futon bed comment that it felt comfortable and firm. In fact, this futon is for you if you prefer a medium to firm feel. However, due to its thickness it can sometimes be difficult to adjust your futon from one setting to the other. The outer cover of the futon is made of a very durable cotton/poly twill fabric and comes in a variety of colors. Being a standard size, many other futon covers will fit on it as well. The futon mattress is actually Japanese in origin. They were and still are, portable folding mats that can be easily laid out at night for sleeping and just as easily cleaned up in the morning so that the room isn't permanently a bedroom. Japanese futons are typically laid on the floor or on a simple mat. Western futons are based on the same concept that just because you sleep in a room doesn't mean that it has to be your bedroom all the time. However, Western futons are set up on a frame that folds out. This means that during the day your futon pad makes up the cushions of the couch and at night it becomes your mattress.
Futons have to be more pliable than other types of mattresses since they are constantly being folded and unfolded. This means that they are usually not made of traditional coil springs. Instead, they are often made of layers of foam interspersed with layers of cotton or wool batting. This type of mattress is generally harder than other types. It can also lose its shape quicker. Many people don't like to sleep on futons because they can feel the slats of the bed through the thin mattress pad. Many new models of futon beds are using segmented foam that will hinge where needed and otherwise retain its shape. While there are complaints about comfort in futon reviews, there are no complaints about the price. Hands down, futons are the cheapest permanent sleeping solution you can find. People who like a firm sleeping surface will also prefer a futon. Since fiber batting compresses over time, these mattresses become firmer with use. They are also easy to clean, but should be covered with a washable, removable slip cover.
These covers can generally go right into the washing machine. The mattress itself can even be taken outside and beaten if you really feel like deep cleaning it. If you are planning to sleep on your futon on a regular basis, you should look for one that is a higher-end, better quality model. IKEA futons are very popular and are available in a wide variety of styles. For a futon that will only be used occasionally or as a sofa cushion, most of the less expensive choices are fine. No matter whether your futon is for your dorm or your guest room, it is a handy piece of space and money saving furniture to own. While the futon mattress ratings generally go down as people get older and expect more support from a mattress, if you are young, on a budget or just like a very firm mattress, then a futon mattress is the right choice for you. IKEA Futon Mattress - IKEA Futons Are Unique, Well-Respected Choices - IKEA futon mattresses are worth checking out in case you are searching for a futon.
IKEA has always held a recognized position in the world of home furniture. Queen Size Futon Mattress - Three Recommended Queen Futon Mattresses - A queen size futon mattress is as thin as regular futon mattresses, which are usually thinner than traditional bed mattresses, but has the same width and length as a regular queen sized bed. Organic Futon Mattress - Benefits Of An Organic Cotton Futon Mattress - An organic futon mattress in cotton, wool, or latex can be a valuable piece of furniture. Both you and your guests will love to rest on a safe, healthy, and comfortable organic futon. Sealy Posturepedic Futon Mattress - Surprising Comfort May Cause You To Rethink Futons - The Sealy Posturepedic futon mattress challenges consumers to rethink their view of the classic futon and turn it into one of practicality and comfort. Share Your Futon Mattress Review! Have you slept on an futon mattress? Enter The Model Name (ex: IKEA Beddinge Futon Mattress) Click here to see the rest of the form and complete your review.