Futons originated form the Japanese Culture. They were traditionally Japanese bedding. It was a thin mattress that they would roll out on their matt floors to sleep on at night and the next morning would roll them back up for the day. Since then the Futon bed as become westernized in America. During the day the futon is a comfortable couch or sofa and at night it transforms into and equally comfortable bed.
Futons are affordable comfortable versatile and convenient way to maximize a small living space. They are a great solution for dorm rooms, small apartments, studios apartments and condos; Futons are two pieces of furniture made into one. During the day it used as comfortable sofa and for night is folds out into a comfortable bed. They are a great versatile piece of furniture to complement any household space.
There is a great selection of category futons to choose from. You have your contemporary, convertible sofa, Metal, Wood fame futons and great selections of futons covers. If your décor is more modern you have the contemporary futons or the metal-framed futons may be more appropriate for you. If your décor is more traditional look then the wood frame futons would be a better fit for your décor. Futon mattress covers, you can let your imagination run wild with all the different colors of fabric and different types of textures for the cover that will compliment any style of décor for any home.
Futons mattresses also come in a broad range of thicknesses and types. You have your 6 inch thick cotton/foam core Mattress, 8 inch Thick Innerspring Mattress or Chair Mattress your options or endless. It's your style and taste is the only matter that needs to be considered in your choice of futon.
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Helen Lebouef writes article for the futons
