Guide to Buying Futons - Things to Know About Buying Futon Beds

Your health and quality of life is sure to improve as you enjoy heaven like rest on a futon designed to meet your sleep and relaxation needs. One third of a person's life is spent sleeping, so at SiestaStore we take your comfort and happiness very seriously.

Purchasing a futon or is not something that a person does every day. SiestaStore would like to take the opportunity to make your futon buying experience an easy and rewarding one.

We hope that this futon buying guide will help you make an well informed decision when purchasing your new futon. Whether you're acquiring the futon as a bed or to just add a comfortable spot to better relax and enjoy a book, needlepoint or a mid-day nap, you'll love the comfort and style that our futons offer.

A complete futon consists of 3 individual components:

• Futon Frame - Generally made of wood or metal or combinations.
• Futon Mattress - A decision based on main use and individual preference.
• Futon Cover - Removable, protective and decorative.

All 3 components of a futon are independent of each other, and accordingly, can be mixed and matched according to each individuals design and style preference. Futon mattresses and covers can easily be replaced due to wear or style redecorating. Generally, the frame if maintained will last for a long time.

The Futon Frame

The futon frame is the foundation of the futon. Generally made of wood or metal or combinations of both. A poorly constructed futon frame will be difficult to convert from a couch to a bed and will be more likely to have breakage issues with it. Primary assets are strength, ease of use, and durability. There are many different arm styles and finishes to choose from.

The Futon Mattress

The futon mattress is the cushion that is used for both sitting and sleeping. A good futon will be comfortable for both and will give years of sitting and sleeping pleasure. Our hi-tech pressurized foam and innerspring futon mattresses are performance tested for durability and comfort.

The Futon Cover

The final touch, the cover is the most noticeable part of the futon. It coordinates with the surrounding environments as well as protecting the futon mattress from dirt, spills, etc. Because it is removable, different covers can be used for different seasons, moods, etc.

Futon Sizes

Futon Chair 28" - (synonymous with standard chair); always lounger style; cot size with ottoman; sit and sleep the same way

Futon Chair 39" - (synonymous with oversize chair or Mother's Chair); always lounger style; twin/single size with either an ottoman or frame extension from front

Futon Loveseat - always lounger style; full/double size with either an ottoman or pullout extension from front

Futon Full - (synonymous with double); always sofa style

Futon Queen - always sofa style

Futon King - always only a platform bed (standard measures 78"W x 80"L and California at 72"W x 84"L); sizing is not appropriate for a convertible frame

Futon sizing varies somewhat frame by frame but the following dimensions cover most models:

Style           Bed Size     Sleeping Length     Sleeping Width     When Sitting From Wall     Arm to Arm

Chair 28"        Cot                    75"*                    28"                         36"-40"                              32"-38"

Chair 39"       Twin                   75"*                    39"                         36"-40"                              43"-49"

Loveseat        Full                   75"*                    54"                        36"-40"                              48"-64"

Full                 Full                  75"                       54"                       36"-40"                              75"-88"

Queen            Queen               80"                      60"                       36"-40"                              80"-93"

*usually when including an ottoman or pullout extension

It’s no trick . . . just mere ingenuity. SiestaStore is your futon store. Futons can be whatever you want, whenever you need them. A truly versatile piece of furniture for today’s modern living—perfect for your extra room, den or office space. By day, futons are an attractive couch but by night, futons can transform into a comfortable bed. Learn how to choose the right futon frames, futon mattresses and futon covers for your futons at SiestaStore - where quality and versatility meet.

RJCSALES will be listing various Futons, Futon Frames, Futon Mattresses, and Futon Covers in the near future.