

Futons are originally Japanese, and in a traditional context, include the actual mattress “shikibuton” and a matching duvet, “kakebuton,” and very rarely a wooden frame.

Photo courtesy of The Futon Shop What I LovedĪs someone who loves Japanese interiors and architecture, I’d be remiss in putting together this list and leave out a design that exemplifies traditional futon design. Upholstery options: mattress and duvets sold separately options for hemp, wool, organic cotton, latex, coconut fiber mattresses.While I personally didn’t experience this, a few negative reviewers complained about receiving the wrong size futon or the completely wrong product. I loved the 8″ queen-size twill and microfiber tufted mattress that felt much more plush than a lot of sofa beds I’ve tried before. And coupled with the high-quality, comfortable futon mattress, I loved the three positions you could set: upright for the regular sofa position a reclined lounging position, and folded down for a regular bed.

Overall, it’s about as easy to assemble as your average IKEA equivalent.Īll in all, the solid hardwood frame felt sturdy. For the purpose of this test, I ordered without assembly to see just how easy it was to put together. I loved the capability to order it with or without assembly. This wood frame futon stood out as the classic example of what an American futon is: good woodworking and craftsmanship coupled with an incredibly comfortable futon mattress. While Amazon may not always be the most enjoyable shopping experience for larger pieces of furniture, I was pleasantly surprised by the Nirvana Westfield set.
