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We’re sure you not the only one that has limited space and often have the worry about where you will find the best option that will allow you to sleep well within the limited space. There are hundreds of people who are living in cramped quarters, whether they are college students, have too many roommates, or just have more belongings than space available.
For these people, choosing a Futon bed is often the best choice. The Futon has its origin in Japan, however the western style of Futons varies from the original version. The Japanese version rests upon a Tatami mat and isn’t set upon a bed frame, as it is in the west. The Futon mattress can be folded and stored away during the day in Japan in order to create space during the daylight hours.
In the western countries, a Futon bed mattress is typically set upon a bed frame and the futon is used as both a bed and a couch. This makes the Futon a suitable choice for those who have very little living space and can act as a couch and a bed.
The Japanese Futons use environmentally friendly mattresses that are comprised of cotton batting. They air out their mattresses by placing them in direct sunlight then beating them with a bamboo stick or tool. This is actually a very healthy practice as science is just now releasing facts regarding how many germs and bacteria thrive on mattresses and pillows! This is something that typically in the West we do not do anymore.
In Western countries, the Futon and its mattress are often inseparable so the mattress cannot be taken outside for daily airings or stored away in closets. Like any other bed, the futon mattress remains on the bed frame, however, one thing is similar, and that is that most Western Futon mattresses are eco-friendly as well and are made with foam style batting. Though thicker than their Japanese counterparts, they are often spring less mattresses. However if youre preference is to have one of made with springs, then you can purchase a spring-filled mattress.
Benefits of a Futon:
- Ability to save space
- Use a futon in a small guest room
- They come in a variety of different patterns and styles, so you can match to your decor
- They are Eco friendly
- They are cheap
- Futons are lightweight
- Futons come in natural 100% cotton Futon mattresses, which are deemed to be much healthier and environmentally friendly then the other synthetic and spring based mattresses.
For every home, whether large or small, there is a corner of a room that would be perfect for a Futon. Whether by necessity (limited space) or by design (home decor options), an investment in a Futon mattress will pay off and likely be one of the most comfortable places to relax, or get a healthy good nights sleep.