Our tips on choosing an affordable futon

Getting a cheap futon that doesn’t disappoint these days can be rather challenging, so we’ve decided to give you a hand and put together a list of tips you need to consider before you finalize your purchase. No two models are made the same, and that’s why you should bear these aspects in mind if you plan to buy one that addresses your requirements.

Frame material

Futon frames can be made of two typical materials; wood and metal. While wooden alternatives look nice and probably go well with the rest of your furniture, metal choices have also become popular in recent years. On the one hand, some metal options are lighter, which means that you will have no issue carrying the futon from one room to the next so as to serve you wherever it is needed.

While wood frames look great and can tie any room together, the material needs a bit of care and maintenance. Unless you’re keen on caring for your furniture once in a while, we suggest going for a metal unit.

Mattress

Regardless of the style of the chosen mattress, one thing’s for sure. You first have to decide whether the futon you intend to spend your pennies on should be designed for sleeping or just lounging. If you need to utilize it as a couch, the mattress might be of a lesser importance as you won’t sit on the futon all day long.

On the other hand, if people come to visit with you rather often and they have nowhere to sleep, a quality mattress can make all the difference when it comes to comfort. To make them feel like they’re sleeping on their own beds, it would be a good idea to go for a futon that comes equipped with an innerspring or memory foam mattress.

There’s also the option of you getting the frame of the futon and then buying the mattress separately. In this respect, you also have to pay attention to the dimensions of the mattress so that they match those of the futon.

How about the right size?

Last, but not least, the product you will purchase has to fit the room you want to place it in. Carefully measure your space before opting for something in particular because this practice will allow you to make sure you don’t risk getting a too big futon for your small room.

Covers

Depending on your concern in prolonging the life of your appliances and items, you should consider getting a futon cover. Of course, it has to match the size of the unit so that it goes well around it. The fact of the matter is that a good, synthetic cover can significantly improve the durability of the futon. Besides, you won’t waste too much time trying to get some stains out of the mattress as some covers are made to be waterproof.