Futons

[PacificBlue]

Does anyone have one? I'm thinking of purchasing one to use as a couch in my living room.

Recommendations???

 

[Saint Peter]

Futons offer firm seating and sleeping. The covers can be cleaned and changed easily. And my dog really likes them so she may be coming over to your house when you get one.

 

[PacificBlue]

From my research...all I've really learned is spend the money on the cushion not the frame. I'm looking at futons vs couches as I live in apartment dwellings and the doorways suck for being able to fit couches as well as the stairways. Futons can be disassembled and put back together.

hmmmm...

 

[InternationalFunboy]

I just bought a futon three weeks ago and it is great! By their nature they are very deep and tall so the seating position isn't quite that of a couch but it's very comfortable. I bought the cheapest thing I could find, it was from Kmart and it cost me 170 dollars. It folds down into a full sized bed and is plenty comfortable to lay around on and sleep on.
There are literally hundreds of configurations in all sizes. Look around your town, you should find at least one store devoted entirely to futons and if not see what walmart, kmart, target, etc. have to offer. ( I wouldn't spend more than $250 but try them out and see for yourself)

The only drawback (and this is becuase I went the cheapo route) is: The framework can be felt through the cushion when you are seated on the thing. Laying is no problem but all your weight on your bum is enough to find those crossbeams. I'm getting one of those cheap camping foam pads with the stiff backing to go under the cushion for a little extra support. A thin sheat of plywood or paneling would do, but stiff foam is cheaper at 15 bucks.
Better constructed futons have more cross members and they are often made of wood not metal so they are shaped to be discreet.

Futons have a bohemian quality that I really like. They're perfect for the apt, and they add to your sleep space while being all around cool. Plus basic wood grain and black or tan cushions go with any decor.

 

[Needssome]

I use a futon as the couch in my livingroom as well....Mostly because my roommate's parents gave it to us to use for free but it works. It's great if you have company over because it folds out into a bed. On the plus side as well, I only have a twin bed and when my roomies gone, my bf and I sleep on there together. But shhhhhhh......don't tell her that.......

 

[PacificBlue]

Thanks for the input. I have some more looking around to do.

 

[SimGuy]

I've had a futon

for a few years now. Serves as bed and couch - small apartment. What InternationalFunBoy said is very accurate. Before being married, had one of the expensive futons with the flat boards - it was wonderful. After the divorce, financial constraints pushed me into the cheap futon direction with the metal pole frame. I've resorted to a thin sheet of old paneling to provide the support.
The only cautions I would have - you will need some sort of outer cover, sheet, blanket, something of that nature that can be easily removed and cleaned. The other caution is that they will shape themselves to your body unless you shake and rotate them every month or so.
On the plus side, they are awesome for sex. Not too high off the floor. No squeaky springs. Just wish mine was seeing a lot more action.

 

[PacificBlue]

Re: I've had a futon

On the plus side, they are awesome for sex. Not too high off the floor. No squeaky springs. Just wish mine was seeing a lot more action.

What if I like hearing the squeaking of the springs during sex???

 

[binkley]

Originally posted by PacificBlue
Recommendations???

Buy a good frame.

I built my own, and although I am proud of it, I'd buy a good one if I did it all over again. My homemade frame isn't stained like it should be (laziness), isn't as "tight" as it should be (premade are machine-, not hand-drilled).

 

[Lust Engine]

Spend the money & get a decent cushion! I've spent a few too many nights on friend's cheap futons and it's like sleeping on a bag of door knobs! While any futon serves as a great couch, once it's laid out as a bed, a cheap cushion can be a chiropractic disaster for guests.

 

[PacificBlue]

My plan was to only use it as a couch.

I have a four-poster bed for sex.

 

[sabbathstorm]

My futon died due to excessive *ahem* use Check for a good sturdy frame first and foremost. I know there was a lot of problem getting mine back into position after a while. It just didn't take the adjustment well. But hey, I've still got the mattress.

 

[DevilBoy79]

i got one i love it, its just black metal with matching black coushin(sp?)

 

[Lust Engine]

Well if it's just to be used as a couch, then go on ahead and just get something that feels good to the ass. Now about that mattress on the four poster bed....!

 

[SimGuy]

My plan was to only use it as a couch.

I have a four-poster bed for sex.

Hey, don't knock it until you've tried it.....

Speaking of which, I'd be more than glad to give you that opportunity with mine

 

[Lust Engine]

Heheheheh...
I hoped my "advice" helped with your futon selection! Wooo weeee!

 

[mistyrain]

my daughter has one and she loves it. It is very easy to put together to.

 

[Vilac]

I have one in my den (computer room)...and although I can't say that I've slept on it or used it for any other "activity".....It is handy to have around. <shrug>

V~~~

 

[PacificBlue]

I have one in my den (computer room)...and although I can't say that I've slept on it or used it for any other "activity".....It is handy to have around. <shrug>

V~~~

hmmm...could you find it some *action* and report back? Maybe a nice loveseat would find your futon attractive?

 

[Vilac]

hmmm...could you find it some *action* and report back? Maybe a nice loveseat would find your futon attractive?

It would have to be a black leather loveseat. My futon expects nothing but the best in it's partners, and a little kink never hurts. <g>

V~

 

[PacificBlue]

It would have to be a black leather loveseat. My futon expects nothing but the best in it's partners, and a little kink never hurts. <g>

V~

LMAO!