• Home Improvement
    • DIY
    • Remodeling
    • Woodworking
    • Accessories
    • Home Design
      • Furniture
      • Organize
      • Tips
      • Decor
        • Interior
        • Exterior
    • Design Ideas
      • Bathroom
      • Bedroom
      • Dining Room
      • Living Room
      • Kitchen
  • Gardening
    • Backyard
    • Front Yard
    • Landscaping
  • Building Staircase
  • Categories
    • Home Improvement
    • Decor
    • Gardening
    • Woodworking
    • Lifestyle
    • Green Living
    • Real Estate
Dream Lands Design
  • Home Improvement
    • DIY
    • Remodeling
    • Woodworking
    • Accessories
    • Home Design
      • Furniture
      • Organize
      • Tips
      • Decor
        • Interior
        • Exterior
    • Design Ideas
      • Bathroom
      • Bedroom
      • Dining Room
      • Living Room
      • Kitchen
  • Gardening
    • Backyard
    • Front Yard
    • Landscaping
  • Building Staircase
  • Categories
    • Home Improvement
    • Decor
    • Gardening
    • Woodworking
    • Lifestyle
    • Green Living
    • Real Estate
You're here: Home Bedroom What to Expect From Your Futon Mattress

What to Expect From Your Futon Mattress

  • Perla Irish
  • April 27, 2018
Total
1
Shares
0
0
1
0
0
Table of Contents Show
  1. Give Futon Some Time
  2. New Mattress Scent
  3. Tatami Mat-Support
  4. Loose Threads, Scuffs or Blemishes
  5. Thicker Futons
All traditional futon mattresses are hand assembled by great local workmanship, resulting in each one being authentic and unique. There are certain standards that are followed while making authentic futons and thus quality is kept similar.

However there can be slight differences in: contoured seams, skipped threads, the fabric types etc. These production characteristic are cosmetic and do not deviate from the performance of a futon.

What to Expect From Your Futon Mattress
Futon Mattress

Futon beds are as old as the history of Japan. Locals rely on futons for not only sleeping the night away but also count them to be holding to the key of their health. If you visit Japan, you will not see a single person complaining of back issue or headaches, nor will you see an elderly person talking about joint issues. The reason behind such youthful appearances and good health is the simple lifestyle including futons.

If you’re transitioning from a regular bed to a traditional futon, you will find it difficult to adjust to it. Nevertheless, to make your journey smooth and successful you need to consider the following factors:

Give Futon Some Time

Ever heard how true love takes time? Well, similarly it can take you up to 8 weeks for getting comfortable to the new improved mattress. Remember that you may have been sleeping on a messed up mattress which according to you or shop owner was a master piece. So the breakdown might have been there for years, but only you couldn’t figure out-be sure to snuggle in and give futon the right amount of time.

New Mattress Scent

For sure, your new futon will have a completely different odor, which is very normal. Our regular beds are immediately sealed after their production, which locks in the smell until the bag is opened up in your home. Same applies to futon sets, after ordering, futons get packed right away and when you open them up on receiving, a weird smell will struck your nose. Don’t panic, it’s just the smell of cotton and will fade out in two hours time.

TIP: You can speed up this process by airing the mattress before using it and covering it up with futon cover.

Tatami Mat-Support

Your new futon mattress, just like regular mattresses will need a strong foundation beneath it. Although Japanese keep it simple and lay it out directly on the floor, while the western style futon uses a base made out of wood or metal. If you don’t want to use a base and want to follow the Japanese routine of laying it out at night and folding it back in the morning, then consider using a tatami mat.

Futon mattresses can now be custom made: you can order traditional futon mattress according to your desired measurements and filling. Generally, futons are made out of cotton but you can also have silk or foam filling. Futons are known to be firm but you can add more cushion to your bedding by adding a mat underneath the futon.

Tatami mats are what Japanese use under their futon mattresses. Tatami mats are like regular yoga mattresses; it won’t raise the futon from floor but will minimize rigidness of the mattress. Since you will be sleeping on a futon for the first time, it is therefore recommended to gradually progress yourself towards using the absolute Japanese bedding.

Loose Threads, Scuffs or Blemishes

Once you receive your new futon set, you might see some small manufacturing inconsistencies. Loose threads, blemishes, or scuffs might be seen, remember that authentic futons are hand-crafted so these small things does not affect the quality of the mattress or its performance. You will also have a huge variety of futon covers and kakebuton cover designs and styles. You can further enhance your bedding by matching the covers and sheets with your room interior.

Thicker Futons

Today’s futon mattresses can be custom made and can be made thicker. Remember that, cotton made futons should not exaggerate in thickness, because cotton can become stiffer. Also futon covers should be ordered according to the futon measurement, as the covers are tailored with a zipper on side for a perfect fitting. For first time futon purchase, do take guidance from the customer care and listen to the instructions so there are no complains later.

Total
1
Shares
Share 0
Tweet 0
Pin it 1
Share 0
Share 0
Perla Irish

Perla Irish, who is more familiarly known as Irish, is the Content Manager at Dreamlandsdesign.com. She loves following trends around home and garden, interior design, and digital marketing. Through this blog, Irish wants to share information and help readers solve the problems they are experiencing.

Related Topics
  • bed
  • benefits
  • home technology
  • materials
  • mattress
Previous Article
Featured of Top Things to Consider When Buying a Leather Sofa

Top Things to Consider When Buying a Leather Sofa

  • Perla Irish
  • April 26, 2018
View Post
Next Article
Featured of Interesting Ideas to Make a Customized Modular Kitchen

Interesting Ideas to Make a Customized Modular Kitchen

  • Perla Irish
  • April 27, 2018
View Post

Subscribe

Subscribe now to our newsletter

You May Also Like
Cozy rustic cabin in a forest clearing with wooden textures, rocking chairs, and a fire pit under soft sunlight.
View Post

Transforming Pioneer Cabins into Guest Houses, Offices, or Airbnb Rentals

  • May 20, 2025
Wooden pergola attached to the house with strong beams.
View Post

How to Build a Pergola Attached to the House: Instructions and Drawings

  • May 19, 2025
Outdoor patio with sleek modern furniture in neutral tones, surrounded by lush greenery, creating a cozy and sophisticated atmosphere.
View Post

A Curated Blend of Beauty: Premium Outdoor Furniture for Elegant Living

  • May 19, 2025
A roofer installing a new roof.
View Post

Is It Time to Replace Your Roof? Here’s How to Tell

  • May 16, 2025
Insulation installation process: Sealing air leaks around windows with caulk and weather stripping during a rainy winter night.
View Post

Boost Home Energy Efficiency with Quality Insulation

  • May 16, 2025
A rustic, farmhouse-style home transformed for a lively party, with a large wooden deck extending into a sprawling backyard during a warm autumn evening. String lights illuminate the outdoor space, highlighting a barbecue area and comfortable seating arrangements.
View Post

How to Transform Your Home into a Party-Friendly Place

  • May 16, 2025
A large metal dumpster sits in a driveway surrounded by blooming flowers in spring, filled with garden waste and old landscaping materials from a yard makeover. A white picket fence borders the property.
View Post

Why DIYers Trust Residential Dumpster Rentals for Home Improvement Jobs

  • May 16, 2025
Cozy outdoor lounge with wicker ottoman, colorful cushions, sunlit patio, greenery, and stylish outdoor furniture.
View Post

Using Outdoor Ottoman Cushions to Create a Cozy Outdoor Lounge

  • May 16, 2025
1 comment
  1. Christina Brewton says:
    March 1, 2017 at 2:31 am

    Great topic. I too am in a similar boat. My mattress is beyond help and I’m looking for something else. I find your post. I like your futon mattresses . This is very beautiful and comfortable. You use very unique designs. Feel so good……!

    Thanks for share your post……!!!!

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

  • About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Disclosure
  • Sitemap
  • Contact Us

Input your search keywords and press Enter.