Look at the photo to get a better idea of what it is that we’re talking about. While you are certainly not unfamiliar with the concept of a bunk bed, there are some specific features that may make a futon bunk even more of an attractive option. There are also several different styles of these bunks available making them even more suitable for a host of different bedroom arrangements. We’ll discuss those different options here as well.

To begin with, let’s discuss some of the main features that make a futon bunk bed a better choice than a traditional mattress bunk. For the most part, the reason has to do with the futon mattress itself. Because of the wide variety of enhancements in mattress design and materials, the futon has some unique advantages. There is the traditional futon mattress material like a foam core with cotton or wool wrapped batting. This is probably the least expensive kid’s futon option and can give a child a very supportive and comfortable sleeping environment. Just make sure that your child’s mattress is made of the higher quality foam and that the cotton-poly blend or wool is thick enough to maintain its shape and padding over time. What gave the older futons their bad rap was the way that they would flatten out rather quickly, leaving you with the ability to feel the futon bed frame itself digging into your back. We all know how those sofa-couches have that notorious metal bar that jabs into your back – avoid this problem at all costs!

The most popular style of the futon bunk is with a twin futon mattress up top and the same size futon bed down below. The one below is the sofa-bed style that has made the futon such a comeback in recent years. There are additional styles as well, as alluded to above.

There are also loft style bunks. These are similar to the full size mattresses above, on an elevated frame, with space below. Often, this area can be used for a desk or other storage area. It makes for an elevated bed and a way to keep the other items that accumulate in a child’s room out of the way when not in use.

The last type of futon bunk is quite similar to the ‘original’ model but it uses a twin up top and a full size futon below. This allows for an older or taller child to sleep on the bed below.

All of these traditional bunk bed styles range in price, depending on the type and size of mattress, in addition to the bed frame materials and brand. However, they are roughly in the $350 – 750 USD range. In a child’s room, the bottom sofa-bed portion can be used as an area for friends to hang out on when playing. In this situation, you’ll want to make sure it is covered to be protected as much as possible. There are futon covers that are made especially with a child or teenager’s interests in mind. You can find these covers in a variety of colors and themes to match most any type of decor or bedroom theme. Since you know about the futon bunk bed, maybe you are ready to consider a futon chair purchase as well. These chairs can further compliment a room with a bunk or make an adult’s room or study more flexible as well.

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We’ll give you a basic run-down on what you need to know.  As you’re online, you can search for the specific missing links in your search criteria.  You’ve got the futon frame – check.  You know you want a full futon mattress – check.  You get the point.  That way, all you have to do is basically check pricing, shipping, and some other basic details and you’ll be sleeping on cloud 9 in no time.

A futon can give you a clean look like this.

So, first of all, we’ll need to start at the beginning.  No doubt, you know what a futon mattress is at this point.  Not trying to insult your intelligence, it’s just that people find our site searching several different ways.  What you might NOT know, is exactly what is in that mattress your head (or your guests) will be resting on for hours at a time.  There are many different qualities in these, just like in traditional mattresses.  That’s why there is a tremendous price range (and mark-up if you’re not careful).

Make sure you know what your futon mattress is made of.  The most common is a cotton futon mattress, occasionally a cotton/poly fill.  This is the most basic type and still the least expensive most times.  You’d be wise to check for any off-gassing materials that may be present in the particular brand you are considering. Off-gassing refers to the fumes/gasses that are emitted from certain materials.  If you’re buying a cheap futon, check this out for sure.  Some companies get their products from overseas where certain guidelines may be a bit, shall we say, looser.

Also, just like their traditional mattress cousins, a futon mattress can include latex foam materials often referred to as a memory foam mattress.  These latex materials can often be less of a bother to some as they are hypoallergenic.  Another common material for in-fill in a futon mattress is wool.  Again, a natural material and makes for a wonderfully supportive, yet dense sleeping surface.  They are quite comfortable and can help with moisture control as wool is capable of maintaining warmth when wet, unlike cotton.  Newer to the futon market is the coiled spring mattress.  These are the most like a traditional bed mattress with innerspring coils, often individually covered in fabric ‘tubes’.  This helps to keep noise and movement transfer to a minimum.  Well, that will get you started on your hunt for the perfect futon mattress.  Now, you can check out our site for info regarding the right frame choice for your new mattress.