If you need to save space in a spare room or a bedroom in your home or apartment than a futon bed can be just the solution you are looking for. A futon bed has the ability to serve as both a couch or a sofa and a bed. Simply fold it once or twice in order to have a couch and unfold them to serve as a bed.
Futons were originally used in Japan. They were popular among Japanese families that lived in smaller homes with few bedrooms. The Japanese used them for beds at night time, and folded them away in the day to provide extra space in the home.
In the 1960′s, futons started gaining popularity in the United States. The futons in America were much heavier and the mattresses were thicker, than their counterparts in Japan. They were also made from a variety of different materials.
There are four different sizes that futon beds come in today: queen, full, twin, and chair. The most popular size is the full. In addition, there are two basic frame types that are available, the bi-fold and tri-fold. The bi-fold is the industry standard and most popular among futon owners, since it only has to be folded once.
A futon has three main parts. The frame, which can be made from wood, steel, or both. The mattress, which comes in a variety of sizes: 4″, 6″, and 8″ and contain either cotton, foam, springs or a combination. And, finally, the futon cover. These come in all different colors and usually cost between $30 and $300.
When shopping for a futon bed, it is important to do your research and make sure you are buying a quality piece of furniture. There are several models on the market that are poorly made and will either be uncomfortable or will not last. A common mistake some people make is to get too hung up on the type of frame. While the frame is important, the mattress is just as important, if not more, since someone might be sleeping on it every night.
Prices of futons can range from around $100 to several thousand dollars. Usually, they are less expensive than a traditional convertible sofa bed. They can be purchased online at large retailers like Amazon, Target, and Walmart. Or you can also find them in local specialty shops in any city. The relatively low price is just one of many reasons that futon beds are so popular today.
Another benefit of a futon bed is that usually they are easy to assemble. In addition, they can be transferred from room to room much easier than normal couches. Moving the mattress and frame separately allows one person to move them on their own.