Showing posts with label futon mattresses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label futon mattresses. Show all posts
Here at The Futon Shop, we're specialists in futon mattresses, sofa beds and bed frames. Whilst we stock a large range of space-saving sofas and chairs, sometimes you need a more permanent sleeping solution. That's where our excellent range of beds comes in!
From the Elan to the Kanso, our low-level futon beds are made of strong redwood pine, making them durable and long-lasting. Many of them come in size and colour variations, allowing you to choose the bed that works best for you.
Read on below to learn about our most popular and our newest beds, or click here to view our full range.
Most Popular Bed Frames
One of our most simple frames, yet one of our most popular, the Senza Bed combines classic style with a touch of contemporary.
Available in both natural and black satin finish, the Senza comes in both a double or king size width. The timber frame is manufactured in FSC Certified (managed forest) Scandinavian redwood pine from Europe and features a simple style base with strong flat timber pine slats for even, firm support.
A similar popular choice is our Japan Bed. Like the Senza, it is also made with sustainably managed redwood pine and comes in both black satin and natural finish. However, this low-level bed can also bed used in conjunction with two of our Tatami Mats for a more authentic oriental feel.
These mats are traditional with a compressed rice straw filling and an Igusa, soft rush, woven covering giving a very firm feel to the sleeping area.
New Bed Frames -
With this summer season, comes two new bed frames: The Osumi and Osaka Futon Beds.
Both of these beds have a low-level design and are made from 100% European Redwood Pine with a natural, untreated finish. They feature slatted bases allowing for good ventilation, as well as a central support bar and four sturdy legs to create extra stability and durability.
The low-level design of both the Osaka and Osumi mean they would be perfect for smaller spaces such as loft rooms and mezzanines without compromising the space.
The Osumi Bed is also available with a pair of optional Cocoloc Tatami Mats. These feature coconut hair and cotton-based natural filling, making them lighter and more flexible without compromising the traditional appearance and fitting neatly within the frame on top of the slatted platform.
All of our beds are available as frames only or paired with one of our Devon-made mattresses. Learn more about our mattress range on our website or view the rest of our bed frames.
If you have any questions about any of our products then please don't hesitate to get in touch. Call us on 01752 662030 or email futons247@btconnect.co.uk
Here at The Futon Shop, we're specialists in futon mattresses, sofa beds and bed frames. Whilst we stock a large range of space-saving sofas and chairs, sometimes you need a more permanent sleeping solution. That's where our excellent range of beds comes in!
From the Elan to the Kanso, our low-level futon beds are made of strong redwood pine, making them durable and long-lasting. Many of them come in size and colour variations, allowing you to choose the bed that works best for you.
Read on below to learn about our most popular and our newest beds, or click here to view our full range.
Most Popular Bed Frames
One of our most simple frames, yet one of our most popular, the Senza Bed combines classic style with a touch of contemporary.
Available in both natural and black satin finish, the Senza comes in both a double or king size width. The timber frame is manufactured in FSC Certified (managed forest) Scandinavian redwood pine from Europe and features a simple style base with strong flat timber pine slats for even, firm support.
A similar popular choice is our Japan Bed. Like the Senza, it is also made with sustainably managed redwood pine and comes in both black satin and natural finish. However, this low-level bed can also bed used in conjunction with two of our Tatami Mats for a more authentic oriental feel.
These mats are traditional with a compressed rice straw filling and an Igusa, soft rush, woven covering giving a very firm feel to the sleeping area.
New Bed Frames -
With this summer season, comes two new bed frames: The Osumi and Osaka Futon Beds.
Both of these beds have a low-level design and are made from 100% European Redwood Pine with a natural, untreated finish. They feature slatted bases allowing for good ventilation, as well as a central support bar and four sturdy legs to create extra stability and durability.
The low-level design of both the Osaka and Osumi mean they would be perfect for smaller spaces such as loft rooms and mezzanines without compromising the space.
The Osumi Bed is also available with a pair of optional Cocoloc Tatami Mats. These feature coconut hair and cotton-based natural filling, making them lighter and more flexible without compromising the traditional appearance and fitting neatly within the frame on top of the slatted platform.
All of our beds are available as frames only or paired with one of our Devon-made mattresses. Learn more about our mattress range on our website or view the rest of our bed frames.
If you have any questions about any of our products then please don't hesitate to get in touch. Call us on 01752 662030 or email futons247@btconnect.co.uk
Shopping local is on the rise, with everyone keen to know exactly where, and by who, their products are made. We're big advocates of locally sourced products, with many of our items coming from here in the UK. However, we also have an increasing number of products made right here in our studio in Devon.
Bed Rolls -
Our popular, often copied but never beaten, bedrolls are all made by hand by our team. Our Monk Futon, Monk-in-a-bag and Napper Futon are all built from two layers of UK sourced pure lambswool and two layers of cotton felt. They are then covered in fabric that is also cut and sewn here within our building. Options are also available to add a layer of mini pocket springs for a gentler feel. The mattress is then tufted through with felt mattress tufts just for you! To view how our bedrolls are constructed, watch the video below.
All three of our bedrolls come in various colour options and each is a different size, allowing you to find the perfect mattress for you. Their roll-up style makes them easy to store, perfect for temporary sleeping arrangements. The smaller Napper Futon or Monk-in-a-Bag are also great 'grab and go' mattresses, convenient for campervans or glamping.
To view our full range of bedrolls, click here.
Scandi Sofa Bed -
Our Scandi Sofa Bed is the newest addition to our 'Made in Devon' selection. This classic A-frame model features a redwood pine base (from managed forests), which is cut and planed in Cornwall before arriving for assembly at our workshop here in Plymouth. We then put together the frame in an assembly jog, ensuring that each piece is joined correctly using flush fit, easy fix fasteners to keep it looking neat and tidy. For the Scandi, we opted for quality and durability, therefore this model features three supporting under-rails for maximum strength as a bed or sofa. The frame is accompanied by one of our 'Tri-Fold' futons, which is made in the same manner as our bedrolls, but with an added extra cotton felt layer to maximise comfort for your guests. To view how the Scandi is made, please watch the video above.
All in all, the Scandi is a great choice if you are looking for a locally made, strong futon for regular use, that will keep its place in your home for many years. If the Scandi is for you, then see below for some fun styling options, or go bold with one of our Scandi Limited Editions.
To learn more about our Scandi Sofa Bed, click here.
1. Scandi Futon in Oslo Marmalade 2. Ivory Rug 3. Rising Sun Poster 4. Tufted Pillow 5. Snake Plant 6. Tripod Lamp
Futon Mattresses -
Whilst not all made in our workshop, every one of our futon mattresses are also handmade down here in Devon. Our traditional mattresses features 8 layers of comfort, with pure lambswool on the top and bottom and layers of bonded woolfelt in the middle. This produces a firm, but supportive, futon mattress. As well as this classic style, we offer pocket sprung mattresses for extra comfort or Cottonsafe mattresses for a chemical-free alternative. Each mattress is tailor made for you, to your chosen size and upholstered in your chosen fabric. Our selection of Devon made mattresses also includes replacement futons for sofas and sofa beds, such as out Bi-Fold or Tri-Fold Mattresses or Standard Double Futon Mattress.
To view our full range of mattresses, click here.
Shopping local is on the rise, with everyone keen to know exactly where, and by who, their products are made. We're big advocates of locally sourced products, with many of our items coming from here in the UK. However, we also have an increasing number of products made right here in our studio in Devon.
Bed Rolls -
Our popular, often copied but never beaten, bedrolls are all made by hand by our team. Our Monk Futon, Monk-in-a-bag and Napper Futon are all built from two layers of UK sourced pure lambswool and two layers of cotton felt. They are then covered in fabric that is also cut and sewn here within our building. Options are also available to add a layer of mini pocket springs for a gentler feel. The mattress is then tufted through with felt mattress tufts just for you! To view how our bedrolls are constructed, watch the video below.
All three of our bedrolls come in various colour options and each is a different size, allowing you to find the perfect mattress for you. Their roll-up style makes them easy to store, perfect for temporary sleeping arrangements. The smaller Napper Futon or Monk-in-a-Bag are also great 'grab and go' mattresses, convenient for campervans or glamping.
To view our full range of bedrolls, click here.
Scandi Sofa Bed -
Our Scandi Sofa Bed is the newest addition to our 'Made in Devon' selection. This classic A-frame model features a redwood pine base (from managed forests), which is cut and planed in Cornwall before arriving for assembly at our workshop here in Plymouth. We then put together the frame in an assembly jog, ensuring that each piece is joined correctly using flush fit, easy fix fasteners to keep it looking neat and tidy. For the Scandi, we opted for quality and durability, therefore this model features three supporting under-rails for maximum strength as a bed or sofa. The frame is accompanied by one of our 'Tri-Fold' futons, which is made in the same manner as our bedrolls, but with an added extra cotton felt layer to maximise comfort for your guests. To view how the Scandi is made, please watch the video above.
All in all, the Scandi is a great choice if you are looking for a locally made, strong futon for regular use, that will keep its place in your home for many years. If the Scandi is for you, then see below for some fun styling options, or go bold with one of our Scandi Limited Editions.
To learn more about our Scandi Sofa Bed, click here.
1. Scandi Futon in Oslo Marmalade 2. Ivory Rug 3. Rising Sun Poster 4. Tufted Pillow 5. Snake Plant 6. Tripod Lamp
Futon Mattresses -
Whilst not all made in our workshop, every one of our futon mattresses are also handmade down here in Devon. Our traditional mattresses features 8 layers of comfort, with pure lambswool on the top and bottom and layers of bonded woolfelt in the middle. This produces a firm, but supportive, futon mattress. As well as this classic style, we offer pocket sprung mattresses for extra comfort or Cottonsafe mattresses for a chemical-free alternative. Each mattress is tailor made for you, to your chosen size and upholstered in your chosen fabric. Our selection of Devon made mattresses also includes replacement futons for sofas and sofa beds, such as out Bi-Fold or Tri-Fold Mattresses or Standard Double Futon Mattress.
To view our full range of mattresses, click here.
The Monk Futon Bed Roll has been around for decades. It is a staple piece, traditional and classic, perfect for an authentic, firm feel.
Our Monk Futons are available in three sizes: single, double and king. Each bedroll is handmade in our studio in Plymouth, UK - from sewing the mattresses covers, to tufting them, each is made with love and care. The Monk Roll is manufactured using a top and bottom layer of pure lambswool, with two layers of cotton-felt in between. We then button them through using felt mattress tufts, giving a thickness of around 8 cm. We also offer an upgrade to include the addition of a mini pocket sprung cage, creating the Pocket Monk. This provides a softer, supportive feel through individually pocketed, 3 cm springs — ideal for more regular use, with around 10 cm total thickness.
The ever-popular Monk Futons have been around for decades, often copied, but never quite to the same as the original. They are very practical, designed to be easily rolled up and secured with the provided velcro straps. This makes it easy to carry around or store.
Where To Use A Monk Futon -
A Monk Futon Bed Roll is excellent as a stopover bedroll for campers, yurts or similar accommodations. Perfect for solo travellers, who want to throw a bedroll into their van for extra comfort. Consider using the Monk Futon for stay-cations, back garden campouts or as soft extra seating for your family movie night.
In comparison, use your Monk Futon as a more permanent sleeping space by pairing it with our Folding Tatami Floor Mat.
Overall, the Monk Futon is adaptable to any situation where you might require additional sleeping space or a quick sleeping solution. Pick from our various fabrics to guarantee your Monk futon is perfect for you. So get yourself comfy, have a seat to meditate or relax on, have a snooze and, once you’re done with it, simply roll it up until next time!
The Monk Futon Bed Roll has been around for decades. It is a staple piece, traditional and classic, perfect for an authentic, firm feel.
Our Monk Futons are available in three sizes: single, double and king. Each bedroll is handmade in our studio in Plymouth, UK - from sewing the mattresses covers, to tufting them, each is made with love and care. The Monk Roll is manufactured using a top and bottom layer of pure lambswool, with two layers of cotton-felt in between. We then button them through using felt mattress tufts, giving a thickness of around 8 cm. We also offer an upgrade to include the addition of a mini pocket sprung cage, creating the Pocket Monk. This provides a softer, supportive feel through individually pocketed, 3 cm springs — ideal for more regular use, with around 10 cm total thickness.
The ever-popular Monk Futons have been around for decades, often copied, but never quite to the same as the original. They are very practical, designed to be easily rolled up and secured with the provided velcro straps. This makes it easy to carry around or store.
Where To Use A Monk Futon -
A Monk Futon Bed Roll is excellent as a stopover bedroll for campers, yurts or similar accommodations. Perfect for solo travellers, who want to throw a bedroll into their van for extra comfort. Consider using the Monk Futon for stay-cations, back garden campouts or as soft extra seating for your family movie night.
In comparison, use your Monk Futon as a more permanent sleeping space by pairing it with our Folding Tatami Floor Mat.
Overall, the Monk Futon is adaptable to any situation where you might require additional sleeping space or a quick sleeping solution. Pick from our various fabrics to guarantee your Monk futon is perfect for you. So get yourself comfy, have a seat to meditate or relax on, have a snooze and, once you’re done with it, simply roll it up until next time!
The images in this posting were kindly sent to us by a lovely customer of ours who kindly purchased a couple of Monk Futon Bed Rolls and Folding Tatami Mats.
This combination makes a great choice either to use as a flexible set up for guests or to make a firm sleeping area for an authentic Oriental style sleeping surface. We are finding an increasing quantity of customers looking for a firm sleep and the Monk Futon makes a great option, you can choose from a selection of sizes and filling types, for full details visit our website as follows:
Futon Mattress Combinations at Futons 247
Futon Mattress Combinations at Futons 247
If you like the look of the ceramics on display in these images then check out our customers Instagram pages:
Ceramics on display in image - Instagram
Ceramics on display in image - Instagram
The images in this posting were kindly sent to us by a lovely customer of ours who kindly purchased a couple of Monk Futon Bed Rolls and Folding Tatami Mats.
This combination makes a great choice either to use as a flexible set up for guests or to make a firm sleeping area for an authentic Oriental style sleeping surface. We are finding an increasing quantity of customers looking for a firm sleep and the Monk Futon makes a great option, you can choose from a selection of sizes and filling types, for full details visit our website as follows:
Futon Mattress Combinations at Futons 247
Futon Mattress Combinations at Futons 247
If you like the look of the ceramics on display in these images then check out our customers Instagram pages:
Ceramics on display in image - Instagram
Ceramics on display in image - Instagram
A large part of our business here at Futon World is the replacement of customers old futons with a nice comfy new futon mattress and we are happy to offer a great selection which, we hope, covers most aspects of our customers requirements.
Often customers are looking for a futon to replace the worn out one on their sofa bed frame, this can be a 'tri-fold' futon mattress, designed to fit neatly on single size or two seater wood and metal framed sofa beds or a 'bi-fold' futon mattress, designed to fit on the three seat, or 'bench' style, futon sofa bed bases, again wood or metal.
In addition to replacement sofa bed futon mattresses we offer a range that are specifically aimed at everyday bed use, such as our Traditional 8 Layer Futon Mattress which, as the name suggests, uses a tried and tested lambswool and woolfelt filling in a traditional way to create a firm but supportive futon feel. We also have everyday futon mattresses using Natural Latex, Coir Matting and Pocket Spring filling selections, as choosing a futon mattress can be a complex business we would recommend that you contact us through our website for a chat to discuss your requirements, just follow the link below:A large part of our business here at Futon World is the replacement of customers old futons with a nice comfy new futon mattress and we are happy to offer a great selection which, we hope, covers most aspects of our customers requirements.
Often customers are looking for a futon to replace the worn out one on their sofa bed frame, this can be a 'tri-fold' futon mattress, designed to fit neatly on single size or two seater wood and metal framed sofa beds or a 'bi-fold' futon mattress, designed to fit on the three seat, or 'bench' style, futon sofa bed bases, again wood or metal.
In addition to replacement sofa bed futon mattresses we offer a range that are specifically aimed at everyday bed use, such as our Traditional 8 Layer Futon Mattress which, as the name suggests, uses a tried and tested lambswool and woolfelt filling in a traditional way to create a firm but supportive futon feel. We also have everyday futon mattresses using Natural Latex, Coir Matting and Pocket Spring filling selections, as choosing a futon mattress can be a complex business we would recommend that you contact us through our website for a chat to discuss your requirements, just follow the link below:
One of the commonest requests we get from customers is if we can make futon mattresses to specific and, often, extra large sizes for them. I'm pleased to say that in most cases we are able to accommodate this and help our customers to get the futon mattress to suit their needs.
It is the case though that custom sized futon mattresses need to be entirely prepared by hand as our normal production runs are 'jigged up' for standard UK sizes so the extra use of materials and specifically time will incur increased costs but naturally we try to keep these to a minimum as we always enjoy the challenge of creating a lovely new futon mattress for our customers.
The images in this posting show a 'Super King' sized futon that we recently made for a returning customer, it's one of our Traditional 8 Layer futons for everyday bed use and measured in at 6ft wide by 6ft6ins long. If you would like to discuss your requirements for extra large futons please feel free to contact us through our website, just follow the link below:One of the commonest requests we get from customers is if we can make futon mattresses to specific and, often, extra large sizes for them. I'm pleased to say that in most cases we are able to accommodate this and help our customers to get the futon mattress to suit their needs.It is the case though that custom sized futon mattresses need to be entirely prepared by hand as our normal production runs are 'jigged up' for standard UK sizes so the extra use of materials and specifically time will incur increased costs but naturally we try to keep these to a minimum as we always enjoy the challenge of creating a lovely new futon mattress for our customers.The images in this posting show a 'Super King' sized futon that we recently made for a returning customer, it's one of our Traditional 8 Layer futons for everyday bed use and measured in at 6ft wide by 6ft6ins long. If you would like to discuss your requirements for extra large futons please feel free to contact us through our website, just follow the link below:
One of the most common questions we get asked is if we offer a 'traditional' style futon mattress. Generally this question is being posed by people who are used to sleeping on a futon mattress and have been doing so for many years.
Generally these people are sleeping on well worn and compressed futons that are filled with, mainly, cotton, wool or most commonly woolfelt, the 'greyish' filling you'll see in most types of traditional futon mattress. This type of futon mattress will generally be providing their owners with a firm but supportive sleep and it's this type of futon 'feel' that we offer with our Traditional 8-Layer futon mattress.
Our traditional 8-layer futon features a top and bottom layer of pure lambswool and, quite simply, 6 layers of woolfelt inbetween. When new and fresh out of the bag this type of futon may feel a little 'squishy' but the design and type of the fillings ensures that, with use, the futon mattress will compress down and firm up. You often find that the compression initially takes place in the area you are sleeping in creating a 'people shaped' dent which, over time, evens up across the futon mattress surface.
The traditional futon mattress can be used on wood slatted bed frames, tatami mats or directly onto a wood or carpeted floor and remains as one of our most popular choices for everyday sleeping. Please feel free to visit our website to contact us for further information and advice.
www.futonworld.co.uk
One of the most common questions we get asked is if we offer a 'traditional' style futon mattress. Generally this question is being posed by people who are used to sleeping on a futon mattress and have been doing so for many years.
Generally these people are sleeping on well worn and compressed futons that are filled with, mainly, cotton, wool or most commonly woolfelt, the 'greyish' filling you'll see in most types of traditional futon mattress. This type of futon mattress will generally be providing their owners with a firm but supportive sleep and it's this type of futon 'feel' that we offer with our Traditional 8-Layer futon mattress.
Our traditional 8-layer futon features a top and bottom layer of pure lambswool and, quite simply, 6 layers of woolfelt inbetween. When new and fresh out of the bag this type of futon may feel a little 'squishy' but the design and type of the fillings ensures that, with use, the futon mattress will compress down and firm up. You often find that the compression initially takes place in the area you are sleeping in creating a 'people shaped' dent which, over time, evens up across the futon mattress surface.
The traditional futon mattress can be used on wood slatted bed frames, tatami mats or directly onto a wood or carpeted floor and remains as one of our most popular choices for everyday sleeping. Please feel free to visit our website to contact us for further information and advice.
www.futonworld.co.uk
Here at Futon World we understand that choosing a replacement futon mattress can be a bit confusing, do you choose a 'bi fold' or a 'tri fold' and what does all the talk about 'layers' mean?
Well, our aim is to ensure that you buy the correct futon mattress, for your bed or sofa bed frame, that is going to offer you the comfort and durability you require. Full details of our range of futons can be found on our website by following the link below, we would, however, encourage you to call us to discuss your requirements and we promise not to be 'sales people' our job is to ensure you have a choice of futon mattresses that will do the job you need!
All of our futon mattress products are fully hand made down here in Devon to our own standards and with a choice of natural fillings, we even now have futons that conform to UK fire regulations naturally so no need for fabric treatments. Of course we can delivery our futons throughout the Uk and Ireland, so whatever your requirements are please feel free to get in touch with us at Futon World and we will do our best to help.
Futon Mattress Choice at Futon World
Here at Futon World we understand that choosing a replacement futon mattress can be a bit confusing, do you choose a 'bi fold' or a 'tri fold' and what does all the talk about 'layers' mean?
Well, our aim is to ensure that you buy the correct futon mattress, for your bed or sofa bed frame, that is going to offer you the comfort and durability you require. Full details of our range of futons can be found on our website by following the link below, we would, however, encourage you to call us to discuss your requirements and we promise not to be 'sales people' our job is to ensure you have a choice of futon mattresses that will do the job you need!
All of our futon mattress products are fully hand made down here in Devon to our own standards and with a choice of natural fillings, we even now have futons that conform to UK fire regulations naturally so no need for fabric treatments. Of course we can delivery our futons throughout the Uk and Ireland, so whatever your requirements are please feel free to get in touch with us at Futon World and we will do our best to help.
Futon Mattress Choice at Futon World
Futon World are pleased to say that our newly re-styled website is alive and kicking. Having been busy offering futons and futon mattress products online for over 10 years we are happy that our new site offers easy navigation for our customers to discover our range of products. Have a quick look today at www.futonworld.co.uk
Futon World are pleased to say that our newly re-styled website is alive and kicking. Having been busy offering futons and futon mattress products online for over 10 years we are happy that our new site offers easy navigation for our customers to discover our range of products. Have a quick look today at www.futonworld.co.uk
We've been selling these great little mattress protectors for years now and, having used one at home, must say they are an excellent addition to use with your futon mattress.
The Morpheus Mattress Protector is manufactured with pure cotton fabrics and filled with a quilted cotton fiber inner, i.e. everything is cotton! The benefit of this is that you can wash the mattress protector at a high temperature thus killing off all the nasty bugs that like to make their home where you sleep which is useful if you have any issue with bed bugs or house dust mites. We also like the mattress protector because it gives you a natural sleeping surface free of man made additives, all in all a good choice to help with healthy sleeping. The Morpheus is available in a choice of sizes from our website, follow the link below:
http://www.futons247.co.uk/mall/departmentpage.cfm/Futons247/_65379/1/Futon%2520Mattress%2520Choice
We've been selling these great little mattress protectors for years now and, having used one at home, must say they are an excellent addition to use with your futon mattress.
The Morpheus Mattress Protector is manufactured with pure cotton fabrics and filled with a quilted cotton fiber inner, i.e. everything is cotton! The benefit of this is that you can wash the mattress protector at a high temperature thus killing off all the nasty bugs that like to make their home where you sleep which is useful if you have any issue with bed bugs or house dust mites. We also like the mattress protector because it gives you a natural sleeping surface free of man made additives, all in all a good choice to help with healthy sleeping. The Morpheus is available in a choice of sizes from our website, follow the link below:
http://www.futons247.co.uk/mall/departmentpage.cfm/Futons247/_65379/1/Futon%2520Mattress%2520Choice
One of the most common questions we get asked concerns how a futon mattress feels to use as an everyday bed......
Well all our futon mattresses are manufactured down here in Devon using a variety of filling types such as woolfelt, lambswool, coir and, sometimes, polyester or foam cores. The typical behaviour of a new futon mattress tends to give a fairly soft, 'squidgy', feel when the futon is new, fresh out of the bag, but as you start to use the futon mattress the fillings will compress increasing the firmness. After a couple of weeks you will notice the difference as your futon gains the firm but supportive feel you are used to experiencing from a futon mattress.
We would also recommend that regular turning of your futon would be good practice, each time we change our bedding at home we rotate our futon end to end and upside down, this helps even out the wear on the futon. You may also find that as the compression takes effect your futon mattress develops a 'person shaped' pit in it which is common place and will even out with use.
Of course, if you would like to discuss any particular areas of futon mattress use please feel free to contact us through our website...
One of the most common questions we get asked concerns how a futon mattress feels to use as an everyday bed......
Well all our futon mattresses are manufactured down here in Devon using a variety of filling types such as woolfelt, lambswool, coir and, sometimes, polyester or foam cores. The typical behaviour of a new futon mattress tends to give a fairly soft, 'squidgy', feel when the futon is new, fresh out of the bag, but as you start to use the futon mattress the fillings will compress increasing the firmness. After a couple of weeks you will notice the difference as your futon gains the firm but supportive feel you are used to experiencing from a futon mattress.
We would also recommend that regular turning of your futon would be good practice, each time we change our bedding at home we rotate our futon end to end and upside down, this helps even out the wear on the futon. You may also find that as the compression takes effect your futon mattress develops a 'person shaped' pit in it which is common place and will even out with use.
Of course, if you would like to discuss any particular areas of futon mattress use please feel free to contact us through our website...
What exactly goes into your futon mattress, do you really know? There are many different was of filling a futon from the comfort of lambswools to the flexibility of springs to the plain useless of crumb foam.
If you take the time to watch this posting from our friends at Cambridge Futons you can get some 'inside knowledge' on what you should be looking for inside your futon mattresses.
Of course, whilst the video provides some useful information, your own requirements will vary depending on weather you're futon is to be used as a sofa bed or futon bed and your own personal comfort requirements, so if you've any questions please feel free to contact us here at The Futon Shop.
What exactly goes into your futon mattress, do you really know? There are many different was of filling a futon from the comfort of lambswools to the flexibility of springs to the plain useless of crumb foam.
If you take the time to watch this posting from our friends at Cambridge Futons you can get some 'inside knowledge' on what you should be looking for inside your futon mattresses.
Of course, whilst the video provides some useful information, your own requirements will vary depending on weather you're futon is to be used as a sofa bed or futon bed and your own personal comfort requirements, so if you've any questions please feel free to contact us here at The Futon Shop.
These days we seem to have every type of filling for a futon mattress, you name it we've got it; woolfelts, cottons, lambswools, foam, springs...the lot!
Despite all the various options providing different levels of comfort and support it seems some of our customers are looking for a pure and simple traditional futon mattress to provide a firm but supportive sleep. To us a traditional futon is usually being used, laid flat, on a bed frame for everyday sleeping, as opposed to a futon mattress used for a futon sofa bed where the mattress is required to fold. If this is the case we would manufacture the futon mattress using, simply, lambswool and woolfelt layers, the lambswool as the top and bottom layer of the futon and six layers of woolfelt inbetween with an option to substitute the woolfelt futon fillings for a cotton rich filling for a softer / springier feel. This type of traditional futon mattress, although starting its life with a medium feel, will compress down in the traditional way to provide a firm but supportive sleep that has become the preference of the experienced futon bed user.
These days we seem to have every type of filling for a futon mattress, you name it we've got it; woolfelts, cottons, lambswools, foam, springs...the lot!
Despite all the various options providing different levels of comfort and support it seems some of our customers are looking for a pure and simple traditional futon mattress to provide a firm but supportive sleep. To us a traditional futon is usually being used, laid flat, on a bed frame for everyday sleeping, as opposed to a futon mattress used for a futon sofa bed where the mattress is required to fold. If this is the case we would manufacture the futon mattress using, simply, lambswool and woolfelt layers, the lambswool as the top and bottom layer of the futon and six layers of woolfelt inbetween with an option to substitute the woolfelt futon fillings for a cotton rich filling for a softer / springier feel. This type of traditional futon mattress, although starting its life with a medium feel, will compress down in the traditional way to provide a firm but supportive sleep that has become the preference of the experienced futon bed user.
I know whats going on behind closed doors!!! Yes, you're all 'at it'...spring cleaning that is!
This is the time of year when, at last, the sun shines through our windows making us want to smarten up our homes and getting us thinking that the old futon mattress is looking a bit tired!
Of course what's really needed here is a lovely new futon and buying one can be a bit of a nightmare with so many different choices and options available so we've published a new page on our website called Buying A Futon Mattress which will help guide you through the process of making your choice.
Whatever your requirements from a traditional futon mattress for everyday sleeping to a bi fold futon mattress to use on a three seat futon sofa bed we will be happy to offer advice to ensure you make the correct choice. Please feel free to feedback to us what you think of our online help pages.
I know whats going on behind closed doors!!! Yes, you're all 'at it'...spring cleaning that is!
This is the time of year when, at last, the sun shines through our windows making us want to smarten up our homes and getting us thinking that the old futon mattress is looking a bit tired!
Of course what's really needed here is a lovely new futon and buying one can be a bit of a nightmare with so many different choices and options available so we've published a new page on our website called Buying A Futon Mattress which will help guide you through the process of making your choice.
Whatever your requirements from a traditional futon mattress for everyday sleeping to a bi fold futon mattress to use on a three seat futon sofa bed we will be happy to offer advice to ensure you make the correct choice. Please feel free to feedback to us what you think of our online help pages.
I guess if your reading this your maybe looking for a new Futon Mattress to replace your existing one? Well buying a futon mattress can be confusing so here at The Futon Shop we've got a good selection and we're quite happy to chat to you on the phone to discuss your requirements.
Basically the first step is to decide what type of futon mattress you need and I would suggest dividing this into three main areas:
1) Futon Mattresses for bed use - if your intention is to use your futon mattress for everyday sleeping use on a bed frame, tatami matting or on the floor then you need to choose a futon mattress designed specifically for this purpose such as our Traditional 8 Layer Futon Mattress for a firm but supportive feel or our Pocket FutoFlex Futon Mattress for a softer supportive feel.
2) Futon Mattresses for 3 seat futon sofa beds - often referred to as a Bi-Fold Futon Mattress these type of futon mattresses are designed to simply fold along the length to allow them to fit three seat style (or 'bench' style) futon frames in wood or metal. The rule here is to consider how frequently you use the futon, if it's regular use I'd recommend making a choice of a futon mattress with a high density foam core.
3) Futon Mattresses for 2 seat futon sofa beds - such as the traditional pine 'A' frame futons, the classic style we all know and 2 seat style hardwood and metal futon sofa beds. These type of futon mattresses can also be referred to as Tri Fold Futon Mattresses and are designed to be a combination of comfort and flexibility to allow them to fold in the 'semi-S' shape to fit correctly on the futon frame.
Information on all of these futon mattress types can be found at our website or please feel free to call us on 01752 662030.
Basically the first step is to decide what type of futon mattress you need and I would suggest dividing this into three main areas:
1) Futon Mattresses for bed use - if your intention is to use your futon mattress for everyday sleeping use on a bed frame, tatami matting or on the floor then you need to choose a futon mattress designed specifically for this purpose such as our Traditional 8 Layer Futon Mattress for a firm but supportive feel or our Pocket FutoFlex Futon Mattress for a softer supportive feel.
2) Futon Mattresses for 3 seat futon sofa beds - often referred to as a Bi-Fold Futon Mattress these type of futon mattresses are designed to simply fold along the length to allow them to fit three seat style (or 'bench' style) futon frames in wood or metal. The rule here is to consider how frequently you use the futon, if it's regular use I'd recommend making a choice of a futon mattress with a high density foam core.
3) Futon Mattresses for 2 seat futon sofa beds - such as the traditional pine 'A' frame futons, the classic style we all know and 2 seat style hardwood and metal futon sofa beds. These type of futon mattresses can also be referred to as Tri Fold Futon Mattresses and are designed to be a combination of comfort and flexibility to allow them to fold in the 'semi-S' shape to fit correctly on the futon frame.
Information on all of these futon mattress types can be found at our website or please feel free to call us on 01752 662030.
I guess if your reading this your maybe looking for a new Futon Mattress to replace your existing one? Well buying a futon mattress can be confusing so here at The Futon Shop we've got a good selection and we're quite happy to chat to you on the phone to discuss your requirements.
Basically the first step is to decide what type of futon mattress you need and I would suggest dividing this into three main areas:
1) Futon Mattresses for bed use - if your intention is to use your futon mattress for everyday sleeping use on a bed frame, tatami matting or on the floor then you need to choose a futon mattress designed specifically for this purpose such as our Traditional 8 Layer Futon Mattress for a firm but supportive feel or our Pocket FutoFlex Futon Mattress for a softer supportive feel.
2) Futon Mattresses for 3 seat futon sofa beds - often referred to as a Bi-Fold Futon Mattress these type of futon mattresses are designed to simply fold along the length to allow them to fit three seat style (or 'bench' style) futon frames in wood or metal. The rule here is to consider how frequently you use the futon, if it's regular use I'd recommend making a choice of a futon mattress with a high density foam core.
3) Futon Mattresses for 2 seat futon sofa beds - such as the traditional pine 'A' frame futons, the classic style we all know and 2 seat style hardwood and metal futon sofa beds. These type of futon mattresses can also be referred to as Tri Fold Futon Mattresses and are designed to be a combination of comfort and flexibility to allow them to fold in the 'semi-S' shape to fit correctly on the futon frame.
Information on all of these futon mattress types can be found at our website or please feel free to call us on 01752 662030.
Basically the first step is to decide what type of futon mattress you need and I would suggest dividing this into three main areas:
1) Futon Mattresses for bed use - if your intention is to use your futon mattress for everyday sleeping use on a bed frame, tatami matting or on the floor then you need to choose a futon mattress designed specifically for this purpose such as our Traditional 8 Layer Futon Mattress for a firm but supportive feel or our Pocket FutoFlex Futon Mattress for a softer supportive feel.
2) Futon Mattresses for 3 seat futon sofa beds - often referred to as a Bi-Fold Futon Mattress these type of futon mattresses are designed to simply fold along the length to allow them to fit three seat style (or 'bench' style) futon frames in wood or metal. The rule here is to consider how frequently you use the futon, if it's regular use I'd recommend making a choice of a futon mattress with a high density foam core.
3) Futon Mattresses for 2 seat futon sofa beds - such as the traditional pine 'A' frame futons, the classic style we all know and 2 seat style hardwood and metal futon sofa beds. These type of futon mattresses can also be referred to as Tri Fold Futon Mattresses and are designed to be a combination of comfort and flexibility to allow them to fold in the 'semi-S' shape to fit correctly on the futon frame.
Information on all of these futon mattress types can be found at our website or please feel free to call us on 01752 662030.
Well, yesterday morning was spent delivering a new futon mattress to these lovely people who have made their home on a boat on the canal near Bath, a really beautiful and peaceful spot.
To help ensure all went smoothly I delivered the Futon Mattress myself, meeting up with the boat at a suitable mooring spot.
Futon mattresses make a great option for canal boats as the flexible nature of the futon makes it easy to fit through tight access spots and along narrow gangways. If we can be of any assistance in offering advice regarding futon mattresses for similar homes please feel free to visit our website at www.futons247.co.uk
Well, yesterday morning was spent delivering a new futon mattress to these lovely people who have made their home on a boat on the canal near Bath, a really beautiful and peaceful spot.
To help ensure all went smoothly I delivered the Futon Mattress myself, meeting up with the boat at a suitable mooring spot.
Futon mattresses make a great option for canal boats as the flexible nature of the futon makes it easy to fit through tight access spots and along narrow gangways. If we can be of any assistance in offering advice regarding futon mattresses for similar homes please feel free to visit our website at www.futons247.co.uk
We've blogged before about the desire to expand our range of futon mattresses that use chemical free coverings and natural fillings and are now pleased to say that we've expanded our range to offer a choice of sizes and fillings in futons for everyday bed use and we will also soon have available a chemical free futon for use on three seat style futon sofabeds, keep checking the blog for updates.The biggest development in this type of natural futon mattress is the use of the totally natural wool and hemp weave fabric for the mattress cover thus taking away the necessity to have FR treatment. This type of fabric is quite expensive pushing the price of the futon mattress up, but, in our opinion, this is a small price to pay to achieve a chemical free sleeping environment. The Natural Futon Mattresses are offered, for bed use, as either the DeLuxe Natural Futon Mattress featuring two central layers of coconut fibre / latex coir or the Traditional Natural Futon Mattress which uses a traditional mix of lambswool and woolfelt. Follow the links to our website for full details.
Natural Futon Mattresses
We've blogged before about the desire to expand our range of futon mattresses that use chemical free coverings and natural fillings and are now pleased to say that we've expanded our range to offer a choice of sizes and fillings in futons for everyday bed use and we will also soon have available a chemical free futon for use on three seat style futon sofabeds, keep checking the blog for updates.The biggest development in this type of natural futon mattress is the use of the totally natural wool and hemp weave fabric for the mattress cover thus taking away the necessity to have FR treatment. This type of fabric is quite expensive pushing the price of the futon mattress up, but, in our opinion, this is a small price to pay to achieve a chemical free sleeping environment. The Natural Futon Mattresses are offered, for bed use, as either the DeLuxe Natural Futon Mattress featuring two central layers of coconut fibre / latex coir or the Traditional Natural Futon Mattress which uses a traditional mix of lambswool and woolfelt. Follow the links to our website for full details.
Natural Futon Mattresses
We know from our chats on the telephone with you that finding a King Size Futon Mattress can be a difficult job, but we have a variety of futon mattresses available in the standard UK king size of 150cm wide by 200cm long with a choice of futon fillings.
Our best sellers include the Traditional 8 Layer Futon Mattress with its lambswool and woolfelt fillings providing a firm but supportive feel and the Pocket FutoFlex Futon Mattress which uses a pocket spring unit within a lambswool and woolfelt futon mattress to create a supportive, but softer feel, futon mattress.
Over the years we have delivered many of both these futon types and have generally had good positive feedback from our customers.
If you would like any further information please feel free to call us or mail us via our websites or using the text links in the above information.
Futon Mattress choice from The Futon Shop Ltd
We know from our chats on the telephone with you that finding a King Size Futon Mattress can be a difficult job, but we have a variety of futon mattresses available in the standard UK king size of 150cm wide by 200cm long with a choice of futon fillings.
Our best sellers include the Traditional 8 Layer Futon Mattress with its lambswool and woolfelt fillings providing a firm but supportive feel and the Pocket FutoFlex Futon Mattress which uses a pocket spring unit within a lambswool and woolfelt futon mattress to create a supportive, but softer feel, futon mattress.
Over the years we have delivered many of both these futon types and have generally had good positive feedback from our customers.
If you would like any further information please feel free to call us or mail us via our websites or using the text links in the above information.
Futon Mattress choice from The Futon Shop Ltd
To say I'm 'chuffed' would be an understatement....we've been looking at the ways to produce a completely natural futon mattress for some time now and have finally found the combination of raw materials to suit; it's taken some time and the result is not cheap but, in our opinion, if you're looking for a natural bed mattress, this will tick the boxes.
The Natural Futon Mattress uses a special covering fabric that is entirely natural being a weave of Hemp and Wool, then the fillings use a wool and cotton mix and natural coir bonded with latex; nothing added, simple as that! The quality, and make-up, of these materials ensures that the mattress conforms to UK fire regulations without the need for additives which has to be a great step forward. Of course, as previously mentioned, purchasing raw materials of this nature does not come cheap and this is reflected in the price, however, we are confident that the Natural Futon is competetive with alternative natural mattresses available in the UK.For a full specification just follow the link below to the Futon Shop.
To say I'm 'chuffed' would be an understatement....we've been looking at the ways to produce a completely natural futon mattress for some time now and have finally found the combination of raw materials to suit; it's taken some time and the result is not cheap but, in our opinion, if you're looking for a natural bed mattress, this will tick the boxes.
The Natural Futon Mattress uses a special covering fabric that is entirely natural being a weave of Hemp and Wool, then the fillings use a wool and cotton mix and natural coir bonded with latex; nothing added, simple as that! The quality, and make-up, of these materials ensures that the mattress conforms to UK fire regulations without the need for additives which has to be a great step forward. Of course, as previously mentioned, purchasing raw materials of this nature does not come cheap and this is reflected in the price, however, we are confident that the Natural Futon is competetive with alternative natural mattresses available in the UK.For a full specification just follow the link below to the Futon Shop.
This is a subject I seem to always be talking about....futon mattresses for everyday sleeping. Well over the last year or so I've really noticed an increase in the number of people buying a futon to sleep on everynight, you can see from our previous posts that we have discussed this point before! Just to keep you up to date I would say that our most popular everyday sleepers are the Traditional 8-layer futon and the Pocket Futoflex.
As a 'rough guide' choose the Traditional 8-layer if you want that 'firm but supportive' feel that a lambswool / woolfelt traditional futon provides, where you create what I call your 'people-shaped pit' to give great support all over your body. If, however, you would prefer a softer, but still supportive, sleep than the Pocket FutoFlex features a central layer of micro-pocket springs enclosed in layers of lambswool / woolfelt giving a feel that is halfway between a futon and a conventional spring mattress; great if you're new to futon sleeping! Anyway, whatever your requirements please feel free to contact us through our website and we can help find the correct futon mattress for you, follow the link below:
This is a subject I seem to always be talking about....futon mattresses for everyday sleeping. Well over the last year or so I've really noticed an increase in the number of people buying a futon to sleep on everynight, you can see from our previous posts that we have discussed this point before! Just to keep you up to date I would say that our most popular everyday sleepers are the Traditional 8-layer futon and the Pocket Futoflex.
As a 'rough guide' choose the Traditional 8-layer if you want that 'firm but supportive' feel that a lambswool / woolfelt traditional futon provides, where you create what I call your 'people-shaped pit' to give great support all over your body. If, however, you would prefer a softer, but still supportive, sleep than the Pocket FutoFlex features a central layer of micro-pocket springs enclosed in layers of lambswool / woolfelt giving a feel that is halfway between a futon and a conventional spring mattress; great if you're new to futon sleeping! Anyway, whatever your requirements please feel free to contact us through our website and we can help find the correct futon mattress for you, follow the link below:
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