Just as a twin bed might be called a single bed, a futon designed for one person is referred to as a single futon. A double futon is the more popular choice because they allow room enough for two people, just as a double bed will. But smaller and narrower futon beds can be a great addition to a room.
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A single futon bed is ideal as combination seating and sleeping for just one person. A dorm room is a great place for this furniture, for instance. In fact, futons are so popular in dorms that they’ve gotten an almost negative reputation as a cheap piece of furniture that’s right for college kids but not much else. This is a shame because a futon is such a flexible and adaptable piece of furniture. Futon bedding is also generally quite cheap.
Single Futon Bed or Chair
Sometimes the term single futon is used to refer to a chair made in the same style as a single or double futon bed. The chairs are much like recliners that stretch out so that you can lay flat on your back. Because they use the same type of folding mattress you’ll find in other futons, they earn the same name. Sometimes called a single futon chair, these are a good option if you want to spend less than you might on a recliner and have a chair that looks less like a recliner to give you the ability to stretch out. A child could easily sleep on one, but an adult might not fit. Single futons should not be mistaken for full size futon beds.
The single futon bed can be used in a bedroom that has very limited space. The dorm room sensibility that seems to hang around the idea of a futon can really be put to use in a small room or a guest room that’s not used very often. This type of futon sofa bed will provide extra seating and can easily accommodate an overnight guest. For the child or teenager who spends a lot of time in his or her room, a single futon allows them to sit during the daytime and have more space in the room. Then it converts to a place to sleep at night. Because futons and their mattresses are lighter weight than couches and beds, they can also be a good choice for upstairs apartments where there’s no elevator or easy way to get heavy furniture in and out easily.
A single futon mattress should fit any frame designed for a single. This makes futons especially adaptable because you can purchase any type of mattress you wish as long as it’s the right size. With sofa beds and couches you’re pretty much limited to the cushions and fabrics that come on the furniture itself. With futon bed you can purchase different mattress thicknesses and materials as well as styles and colors. A futon mattress cover can also change the look of the furniture to match your decor or mimic the same style as other furniture in the room. A futon cover also adds longevity to the lifespan of the piece as it protects it, adding durability.
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