So, the time has come to buy a new futon mattress? . Perhaps your present mattress has been exhibiting signs of deterioration by way of developing bumps and lumps or the seams might be falling apart. Or too frequent a use of futon has made you realize that it’s not as comfortable any more as you expect it to be. Regardless of the reason, selecting the right futon mattress is essential. You can start looking for decent bedding right away. For, if you fail in doing so, even the new mattress may not come up to your expectations and you may not sleep as comfortably.

The size of the mattress is an important factor that needs your attention. An insufficient size can’t offer the expected level of comfort while it is used as a bed, nor if you use it as a couch. Mattresses for futons come in three sizes only. You can have them in a twin, full and queen size. Because of their size, children and teenagers will find a twin mattress to suit their requirements and expectations. A couple that uses futon for sleeping need to have at least a full sized mattress. The largest mattress size is the queen size that has room enough for two people to sleep comfortably.

There is none denying the fact that it is the filling that governs the comfort level of a mattress. Though a mattress with cotton filling works out cheaper, it loses its shape very soon as it develops lumps and bumps. In case you opt for a cotton mattress, be prepared to rotate it more often, may be every time you use it, to prolong its life without the formation of bums or lumps. If your budget permits, you may opt for the next higher level of the comfort of a foam mattress. Inner spring futon mattresses offer another choice for a bed mattress. These are perhaps the most comfortable and therefore the costliest too.

Another factor in the comfort level of a futon is the thickness of the mattress. If you are going to be using the futon as a spare bed, and not as a luxurious bed, then a 6 inch mattress is suitable. On the other hand you’ll need a thickness of eight to nine inches if you intend using it on a more regular basis, as is the case with a full time bed. But, mind you, a thick mattress being heavier, may pose problems of maneuverability while you may want to shift the futon from a bed to a couch.

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