December Top Futon Sellers

This December has had a few surprises when it comes to my customers futon preferences. The Haley 110 futon mattress was by far our top selling futon mattress, followed by the Cloud futon mattress. Not surprising was the dominance of the KD Lounger futon frame followed by the Picasso futon frame. Both are great frames at great prices.

Visco Plush Futon Mattress - Memory Foam and Cotton Combined

The Visco Plush Futon Mattress is the perfect blend of memory foam, high density foam and natural cotton fiber. A medium firm futon mattress, the soft memory foam is balanced by the firm, precompressed cotton and the high density foam.

Free Shipping - How does my competition do it?

Every Internet Retailer is offering free shipping, they have been for a while, but lets be honest, it's not really free is it? Sorry about the sarcasm, but I have a hard time seeing sites tell you that the shipping is free but when you look at their return policy they tell you that shipping is non-refundable. I think that one's hilarious.

Oh yeah, on a whim I called my UPS rep to try and get free shipping since all the other futon retailers were offering it, but, he told me I was crazy. :)

Futon Mattresses Are Better: Reason Two

If you tried to replicate the sceen above with an old innerspring mattress, that baby would be in trouble. Just another reason the futon mattresses are better.

Plan your move in advance

The two guys in the video could have benefited from a little planning before they tried to move their futon mattress. It doesn't even look like they used a bag or anything to protect their mattress. Yuck.

Your holiday guests will be arriving soon, do you have somewhere for them to sleep?

If you're in a jam, with Christmas only 11 days away, and presents still to be purchased and wrapped, you probably haven't even thought about where your in-laws will be sleeping. Luckily, we can take care of everything and get you the perfect guest mattress and bed before your company arrives.

Are Cheap Futons Really The Way To Go.

Right now you may be asking yourself "what is a cheap futon?" So lets take a look.

There are tons of futons on the market today, at varying prices and made from different materials. Some futons are designed to last five years, some ten years or more. And, guess what, while the prices between the two groups may be different there's not a huge price gap between a futon that's designed for five years and a futon that'll last ten years.

Now, if you haven't already, you need to ask yourself if it really makes sense not to upgrade your futon selection. If you can double the life span of your futon by spending a little more in the beginning it'll pay off in the end.

Nomad Platform Bed

Sturdy and dependable are just two of the descriptions I've gotten for the Nomad Platform Bed. Available in twin, full, queen and kings sizes, the Nomad Platform Bed also has matching storage drawers or a trundle bed to boot. You get so much bed for a fantastic price with the Nomad.

Exciting New Futon Frames

I just saw this video with some new futon frame designs. Hopefully I'll see some of these at the Futon Expo in Janurary

A Beginners Guide To Choosing The Right Futon Mattress

Finding the right futon mattress can sometimes feel as hard as searching for the holy grail, but it doesn't have to. Here are a few pointers that should help you in your quest.

1. Establish the type of use your new futon mattress is going to get. Certain futon mattresses are designed for different purposes (sofa vs. bed).

2. Determine the firmness that you prefer. As a rule of thumb most people like a firm bed and soft sofa. Not everyone by any means, but knowing your taste and selecting from the futon mattresses that fit you criteria will really narrow your search.

3. Futon mattresses are available in a variety of materials, in varying thicknesses, and at different price points. Determining your budget and the material you're looking for in a futon mattress will also help you pin point the mattress for you.

4. Make sure the futon mattress you're leaning towards has a warranty. Most futon mattresses on the market today have at least a five year warranty, some even more. Make sure the manufacturer and the retailer stand behind their products.

Hopefully this article will help you make a educated decision in the quest for the perfect futon mattress.

Otis Bedding and the Cornell Mattress Test

Every Futon Mattress Made by Otis Bedding has to first pass the Cornell Mattress Testing Machine (shown above). Before any futon goes into production it must first be subjected to a lifetime of abuse in only a few hours and still retain the characteristics that make us want to sleep on them in the first place.

Futon Covers and Matching Accessories

One of the hardest choices you'll have to make when purchasing a futon cover is "will this fabric match my existing color scheme?" Well, Goodnight Moon Futon has a couple options that will make the choice easier. We've always offered fabric swatches on the site, but now we've added additional yardage to the options. Now you can make your own matching window treatments or use fabric from the same dye lot for whatever projects you have that you'd like to match you new futon cover.

Luxury Futon Mattress

The Luxury Futon Mattress from Otis Bedding, is another popular offering at Goodnight Moon Futon. A mix of Hypoallergenic Polyester Batting combines with 2.0 pound high density foam to produce a futon mattress with a high end feel.

This Is Why Futons Are Better Than Sleeper Sofa's

Ok, there may be a few cases where the title doesn't apply, but this is a very touching video that couldn't take place under a sleeper sofa. Just my two cents.

Futon Video

I found this interesting video on you tube showing the futon making process and I thought I'd share. Feel free to let me know what you think.

Holiday Bedding Needs

As your extended family prepares to invade your home for a few days in December, don't forget about extra bedding. So far this month all of my holiday shoppers have gone for the Studio Bifold, a no frills futon frame that folds down easily to a perfect guest bed. Available in full and queen futon frames, the Studio ships anywhere for $126-$144

Trifold Futon Mattresses

Trifold futon mattresses are available in several sizes and made in a variety of materials. Trifold futon mattresses are flexible enough to be on a-frame style futon frames and supportive enough to sit / sleep on everyday.

Stratosphere Futon Mattress

If you're looking for a sleek futon mattress that makes a great sofa and occasional guest bed, the Stratosphere futon mattress is for you. At seven inches thick, this medium soft futon mattress makes up for it's size with it's over stuffed foam core.

Mattress Fire Satety Tests

As some of you may know, in July of 2007 the Federal Government enacted new fire codes that apply to all mattresses and futons made after July 1st. Violet Township Fire Department, based in Ohio put the new mattress to the test, along with a mattress made in 2002 and an old mattress covered in a fire suppression cover.

The Verdict?

The New mattress had no fire penetration at 7 minutes. The protective cover also suppressed the flames. The mattress made in 2002 was burning uncontrollably at 9 minutes.

Note: Please do not attempt to duplicate this test under any circumstances.

The Futon Expo Is Coming, Are you ready?

Ok, most of you probably haven't heard of the futon expo, but it is the High Point of futon retailers. Hundreds of futon manufacturers and distributors display their new wares in a mammoth convention center in Las Vegas twice a year, and this time I'll be there. If any other retailers check out this blog, feel free to leave a comment about your favorite "futon expo" happenings.

Micro Suede Futon Covers

Our faux suede, micro fiber futon covers are some of our more popular futon covers on the site. They are super soft, generally machine washable and wear extremely well. Swatches are available for all faux suede futon covers on the site.

Galaxy Innerspring Futon Mattress

Another great offering from Otis Bedding, the Galaxy futon mattress is a firm innerspring futon that can be used on both bifold frame and bed frames. Rated for ten to twelve years of everyday use, the Galaxy retains it's shape and feel over time.

Visco Plush Futon Mattress: Cotton & Memory Foam Combine

The Visco Plush futon mattress is the perfect blend of memory foam, high density foam, and US cotton. Available in twin, full, queen, loveseat, and chair sizes from $238 to $499

Dillon Futon Frame

The Dillon futon frame is a minimalist's dream. Sleek armless design combines with a gorgeous finish to produce a beautiful futon frame. Available in full and queen sizes for $399 to $469

Classic Mission Platform Bed

The Berkshire platform bed is the quintessential mission style bed. Featuring a grand headboard with evenly spaced vertical pickets, over ten distinct finishes, and a twelve year warranty the Berkshire bed is a great deal at $449 to $579

Eco Friendly Futon Mattresses

The foam core of the Athens futon mattress utilizes a unique construction process. Called Fibre Foam, the core of the Athens is made from pure cotton that is bonded together by poly material and heat. This process steers away from polyurethane based foams and still yields a 2.0 pound high density foam thats easier on the environment.

The Orion Futon Frame

There's been quite a buzz among futon shoppers about the Orion Futon Frame. Featuring a completely unique look, the Orion is mission style, sideways. A fully finished back panel means the Orion can just as easily float out in your room as it can go against a wall.

Our Futon Cover Have Matching Pillow & Bolsters

If you're in the market for a new futon cover, don't forget about pillows. Pillows and bolsters are the finishing touches to your futon set. Accessories can take you're futon set to the next level. Available in a wide variety of fabrics, sizes, and colors.

Futon Frame With Built in Side Tables

Sometimes finding the right matching tables for your futon frame can be a real pain in the neck, but the DaVinci futon frame has just made the choice a little easier. Convenient flip up side tables make the DaVinci one of the most versatile futon frames at Goodnight Moon Futon.

Extra Loft Futon Covers

I've had a lot of people asking about extra loft futon covers and why they may need one. Well, the answer is simple. Standard loft futon covers fit any futon mattress up to seven inches thick. Any futon mattress over seven inches will need a cover with extra loft. Visit Goodnightmoonfuton.com if you need any assistance or if you have any other questions about futon covers.

Futon Storage Drawers

Futon Storage Drawers are coming back in a big way. Our newest futon frames are all available with matching drawers, like the ones pictured under the Monet futon frame. Full size drawers ship anywhere in the lower 48 states for $199 per pair.

Basic Platform Bed: The Mansfield

The Mansfield Platform Bed is a basic, no frills bed with a twist. It is only available in sustainably harvested Ash or Maple. With over ten finishes and four sizes, the Mansfield ships anywhere in the lower 48 states for $339 to $469

Otis Futons: High Density Foam Futon Mattresses

Futon mattresses sure have changed in the past 10 years, in the us at least. Most futon mattresses now have a foam core, which gives added support and longevity. Otis Bedding, has taken foam futon mattresses to a new extreme, making mattresses that are primarily foam. Does this make a difference? You bet, almost all Otis futon mattresses have a ten year warranty and are rated for ten to twelve years of everyday use.

Futon Loveseats, The Perfect Option For Your Guest Bedroom

Are you expecting guests this holiday season, but don't want to fill your guest bedroom with a bed or pullout one of those air mattresses? Maybe you should look into a futon loveseat for your office, study or guest room. Futon loveseats take up less wall space and still fold down into twin, full, and queen sized beds. Now you can get more use out of your space and still make your guests feel comfortable.

But beware, futon loveseats can be so comfy your guests may never leave. :)

Great Guest Platform Beds

The Fold platform bed is the most economical platform bed that we carry at Goodnight Moon Futon. Available in Twin and Full sizes, the Fold platform bed ships anywhere in the lower 48 states for $99 - $117. Now you don't have to spend a fortune on a bed you might use twice a year.

Futon Frame With Built in Side Tables

Sometimes finding the right matching tables for your futon frame can be a real pain in the neck, but the DaVinci futon frame has just made the choice a little easier. Convenient flip up side tables make the DaVinci one of the most versatile futon frames at Goodnight Moon Futon.

Futon Mattresses: Foam vs. Natural Fibers.

Finding the right futon mattress can sometimes feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. In your search for the perfect futon mattress you may have found mattresses that fall into several categories: all foam, all cotton, or foam and cotton combined.
A few things to keep in mind when you choose between the various mattresses on the market are:
1. Natural fiber futons will change over time, cotton can compress the more it's used.
2. Any futon mattress worth it's own weight, will have a warranty. If you can't find the warranty info listed, ask the retailer for it.
3. There are futon mattresses designed for sleeping, sitting or both. Make sure the futon you're looking at is right for how you'd like to use it.

Visit My site for more info or take a look at the futon mattresses that I carry here.

Futons with finished backs?

Are you as tired as I am of having to position your futon frame against the wall? If you are, then I have some good news for you. A company called Strata has now begun making gorgeous futon frames that have back panels, and as such can be positioned anywhere in your room. It's finally time to say goodbye to slats and say hello to style. You can find futon frames with finished back panels at www.goodnightmoonfuton.com among many other futon related products.