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Why Futon Bunk Beds Are Great Space Savers

By: Sam J Kerry

Many people who are looking to buy a new bed are choosing a futon bunk bed. The main reasons for this are they are reasonably cheap, dual purpose and do not take up too much space. As well as being able to sleep on the bed they can be coverted into a couch for use during the day.

Futon bunk beds come in a variety of different frame styles. Many are metal, and these come in all the colors of the rainbow. Other frames are wooden and can be found in many different finishes. You can find a frame to compliment any decor or theme.

Many people consider wooden frames with the slats close together to be the best type of futon. This supports the mattress well and is the most comfortable. Metal framed futon beds seem to be less comfortable.

One of the reasons you will be considering a futon bunk bed is because they save space, so when choosing think about a model that can be placed close to the wall and still be converted from sofa to bed without the need to move the frame. Some models require a greater anount of space between the bed and the wall than others and you will want to find one that is easy to convert and still save as much space as possible.

You will want to purchase a good quality futon bunk bed mattress. Many futons have mattresses that are made of poly-cotton blends and are quite comfortable. These models are much lighter than the traditional all cotton mattresses. The heavier cotton varieties can weigh as much as 80 pounds! If a futon bunk bed is used as a bed daily, an inner spring mattress is a good choice. They are more expensive, but they also offer better support and will last longer.

Another thing to consider with your futon bunk bed is the mattress cover. There are many styles available and you will probably want one that blends in with the room and looks good as a couch covering and is suitable as a mattress cover. Silk and cotton are both popular with people.

A Futon bunk bed gives you another option over the traditional type of bunk bed and thats why students and people who are short on space often find they are just what they are looking for. Being able to use it as couch during the day and within minutes convert it to a bed at night is very convenient.

Futons in the western world are loosely based on the Japanese variety, Whereas in Japan the futon was placed on the floor the bed manufacturers in the USA had the idea to put the futon in a frame and with some adaption people could use it as a couch in the day and a bed at night which widened its appeal.

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