What is a Futon Mattress?

Raw Cotton Batting for Futon Mattress

A futon mattress is a fibre-based foldable cushion designed for use on a futon frame when you want it to function as both a sofa and a bed or on a slatted platform bed frame when you want to use it as a mattress only. Modern futons are available in a variety of sizes, materials, and thicknesses depending on your usage and comfort goals. When shopping for a new futon mattress, it’s essential to find the futon that best fits your needs as some work better for sleeping while others are better suited for sitting,

100% Cotton Futon Mattresses

Made entirely from cotton batting, many people associate this traditional style of mattress with a futon, but in reality, your old futon probably contained some foam. Unlike most mattresses, all cotton mattresses start at their softest level when new and get firmer over time. However, their lack of structure means they don’t make for good sofas and will droop much more than the hybrid options.  

Usage: Sleeping Only

Most Popular Model: 10 Layer All Cotton

100% Foam Futon Mattresses

Foam futons are more consistent than their cotton-based cousins. However, foam is quite a bit stiffer than cotton, so it doesn’t fold as easily from a bed to a sofa. It also retains some memory and won’t sit flat as a bed after being left in the seating position for an extended period.

Usage: Sitting Only

Most Popular Model: Not Applicable

Cotton Hybrid Futons

The most popular modern futons are made from a combination of cotton batting and foam. These multi-layered options offer more comfort over the long term, wear more consistently, and function better as both a sofa and mattress. There are several different layering techniques, but we found the best hybrids are made from alternating thinner layers of foam and cotton with the option of adding a thicker top layer for more comfort.

Usage: Sitting or Sleeping

Best Value: Standard 9 Layer Futon Mattress

Softest Futon: Latex Eurotop Futon Mattress

Firmest Futon: Standard 11 Layer Futon Mattress

Spring Hybrid Futon

Hybrid spring futons are ideal for people who want a bed-like feel for their sofa. These are typically the softest futon mattresses available and can be used as both a sofa and a bed.

Usage: Sitting or Sleeping

Most Popular Model: Not Applicable

Recycled Hybrid Futons 

The most common futon mattresses found at big box stores or large online retailers are imported futons made from recycled materials. What are those materials exactly? No one really knows so we like to call these mystery materials. It’s likely a mix of recycled fibres and plastics that allow for a much lower price point than you would get with cotton-based mattresses made from new materials.  

Usage: Sitting or Sleeping

Most Popular Model: Not Applicable

Ready to upgrade your space? At Majestic, we offer a curated selection of high-quality futon mattresses at unbeatable prices. Whether you’re shopping for comfort, style, or both, we’ve got options to match every need and budget.

 

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