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The American Futon Company offers many styles of futon frames, mattresses, covers, and accessories. We provide a high-quality, American-made alternative to the cheap futons and frames seen at discount stores. Experience the difference in both workmanship and comfort. Made from sustainably-harvested American ash and maple, our futon frames feature timeless designs built to last and backed by a 12-year limited warranty. Our domestically made futon mattresses are some of the most comfortable available while using more environmentally sustainable materials than other manufacturers. Each futon mattress is constructed by hand and features machine-laced or hand-tied tufts to maintain consistent comfort and shape for years to come. We have the Internet's largest selection of ALL US MADE futon covers in the most current fabrics that can be ordered to fit virtually any size futon mattress. Matching square and bolster pillows are also available for most selections.

Buying a Futon?

We understand that you are presented with many options when shopping for futons. With styles ranging from Contemporary to Arts & Crafts and available in a range of finishes, we’re confident you will find a model that’s right for you. All of our futon and bedroom furniture is constructed from only the highest grade of sustainably harvested American maple and ash. We use only solid hardwoods, no particleboard ,softwoods or MDF like products, and each piece comes with a 12-year warranty. (View our Warranty link in the site navigation menu on the left for more details.)

Futon Frames - High Quality and American Made

We offer several different styles of futon frames. Our futon frames are separated into two categories, Basic Series and Signature Series. Our Basic Series collection features several quality futon frames for those who may be looking for something simple or inexpensive. Our Signature Series collection includes many elegant designs and finishes to match any setting. Each futon frame is sold separately from mattress and cover unless otherwise stated. This allows you to make your own selection based on your budget, style and preferences. Every futon frame is American Made and constructed from only solid maple or ash. In addition to the classic sofa style in full or queen size, we also offer three sizes of loungers, allowing you the option of a standard bed size, while taking up the floor space of a love seat or a chair and a half. Matching armchairs, ottomans and chair loungers also allow you to complete an entire room setting.

Futon Mattresses – Quality Construction

Our futon mattresses are designed to be comfortable and durable while using the most environmentally low impact foam replacements available. We have both innerspring / coil futon mattresses and traditional fiber-foam and cotton futon mattresses, available for virtually any size futon, chair, ottoman, or platform bed. Most of our futon mattresses are available in Chair, Twin, Full, Queen, King sizes, and many are available as split mattresses (for lounger style futon frames). Please see our Futon Mattresses section for more information about our mattresses.

Futon Covers – The Finishing Touch

We have a broad selection of futon covers that can be ordered to fit any futon mattress. The Futon Covers category in our site navigation menu allows you to browse by style, cleaning method, and color. The Cover Search Page helps you narrow your search even further. When selecting a futon cover please note that each computer monitor displays colors slightly differently. If finding an exact color is important, purchase a fabric swatch of any material for only $3 each including shipping.

Quality Platform Beds

We also feature quality American-made platform beds. Each platform bed is made from solid ash or maple and features our 12-year limited warranty. Available in several finishes, each bed frame coordinates perfectly with our futon frames, dressers, and tables. Our platform beds can be used with a traditional bed mattress, natural latex mattress or one of our many futon mattresses. A box spring is not required with this type of bed, as our hardwood slat system offers solid support. However, if your mattress requires the use of a box spring, please contact our customer support line before placing your order. We can optionally raise the height of the headboard so that it is not hidden by your mattress.

Tables, Dresses, and Accessories

We offer a wide selection of accessories to match your new futon, chair, or bed frame. All of our tables, dressers and accessories can be found in the Accessory Furniture section of our website. Coffee and end tables in solid maple and ash are available in four styles to match any style of futon frame or bed frame. Ottomans allow you to recline in comfort on your new sofa or chair. Maximize space in your room with storage drawers for your new futon sofa or platform bed. Add Bed side Tables and Dressers and Chests to your Platform Bed purchase to furnish an entire bedroom. Our accessories are a great way to complete your futon set, and be assured that all of our accessories are proudly Made In The USA and backed by our 12-year limited warranty.

Discount Futons

Our product line is designed to meet the needs of any budget. We offer several lower priced futon frames in our Basic Series collection, which can be found by clicking the Futon Frames link on the left-hand side of the page. We also have a specials/discount futons section that you can also access from that menu. Here you will find big savings on package deals – frame, futon and cover at one single price. Additional savings on entire sets can be found in our Vacation Home Packages section. Just looking for a cheap futon mattress? Our Futon Mattresses section has several lower priced options.

Futon Buyer Beware

Watch out for cheap futon frames and cheap futon mattresses. Many discount store and Internet futon combo packages have their life expectancy measured in days and weeks rather than years like our products. The poor quality futon sets that are sold only give a really great and useful product a poor reputation. Examples of this are thin foam mattresses that start to compress on the first use leaving the narrow steel or wood slats poking through, steel decks that when bent are not repairable, missing or bent hardware, and no opportunity for replacement or warranty parts from a foreign manufacturer. Unfortunately, these problems with inexpensive, imported futons are all most people know of futons. A futon can and should be just as comfortable as a traditional bed and as durable as any other well-constructed piece of furniture.

Shipping

In order to pass on savings, we do not offer free shipping on all of our products. Futon covers and sample materials –do- ship free. All other shipping charges will be itemized in your shopping cart. Feel free to use the “Add To Cart” buttons to do your pricing. You are not obligated to sign up with our site, or to make a purchase when you use this feature. After clicking “Add To Cart”, you will be taken to your shopping cart page where you can see a list of all charges. Here you can remove items from your shopping cart or change quantities. For detailed information on our shipping policies please refer to our Shipping page by clicking the Shipping link in the site navigation menu to the left.

Freight Shipments

Some larger items must be shipped using a freight courier. We use Conway CCX Freight. If your order requires a freight shipment, we ship the order to the Conway CCX terminal closest to you. We then provide you with a tracking number and the telephone number to the local CCX shipping terminal. You then call your local terminal to schedule a delivery time Monday though Friday that is convenient for you and the shipping company. Freight shipments are delivered to your first floor door but your help is needed, so be sure to schedule a time when someone is available to help carry the items inside. Please call our customer support number at the top of the page if you have any questions.

Returns / Exchanges

We are confident that you will love your merchandise. However, you may return any or all of your order within the first thirty days after receipt, provided that the merchandise is undamaged and in resalable condition. All returns must be authorized by contacting us with your order information and reason for return. Once your merchandise has been received by us and determined to be in resalable condition, we will issue a full refund or credit toward exchange, less any restocking fees and return shipping costs that may apply.

What is a futon?

If you were to consult a dictionary, you would find that a futon has its origins in Japan, where it is simply a thin mattress, usually filled with layers of cotton batting and encased in cotton fabric. The modern product as developed in the USA in the 1970's , however, generally refers to a combination of a futon mattress or “futon”, with a futon frame, and a zippered slipcover, the futon cover.

The basic components of a modern day futon:

Futon Frame - An adjustable, raised base to support the futon mattress and allow the mattress to be used as a sofa, lounger and chair or a bed.
Futon Mattress – The bendable cushion on which you sit or sleep with fillings of cotton batting, springs, foam or other like components.
Futon Cover – A decorative, protective and cleanable cover that zippers on and encases your futon mattress.

Are futons comfortable?

It all depends on what you choose! Many discount store futons are notorious for being thin, hard and uncomfortable. Fortunately, our futons are very comfortable and are designed to feel just like a traditional bed. And like choosing a traditional bed mattress, there are differences in the futon mattresses designed to appeal to your own sitting and sleeping preferences. Mattresses with an innerspring/coil unit in the center tend to be the most popular as they retain their feel and shape consistently longer. Those looking for average softness tend to go with the Eight Coil which supports with a stable, sturdy feel. The Posture Perfect is our firmest, most supportive innerspring mattress but has a softer touch in the top layer to soften this support. Our Comfort Classic offers the most support without motion transfer due to it's individually wrapped coil unit and its ability to “float” the user on its components. Do you prefer a more classic, firmer feel in your mattress? We offer three types of classic cotton and fiber foam cushions that offer a less bouncy feel, more like traditional mattresses. The futon frame itself contributes to the overall comfort of the mattress as well: we use thick hardwood slats as opposed to thin metal bars or slats found on many other futons. These durable slats provide more support for the mattress, which means more comfort for you, and a longer lasting mattress. More information about futon mattresses can be found in that section of our website.

How long does shipping take?

Most orders arrive within 1-2 weeks but shipping time can very please call customer support for exact times. In a rush? We can quick ship many items, with delivery in just two to four days nationwide. (Please call ahead for item availability.) Unforeseen shipping constraints and product availability may add to ship times. In the rare event this occurs we will notify you as soon as possible.

Do you provide a warranty?

Our futon frames, platform beds, chairs and accessories come with a 12 year limited warranty. Our futon mattresses come with a 10 year manufacturer’s limited warranty. More information about our warranties can be found under the Warranties link in the navigation menu on the left side of the page.

What about assembly?

Many products such as futon frames and platform beds will require some assembly. In most cases, the only tool you will need is an Allen wrench, which is included. With some products, you may need a Phillips screwdriver or a pair of simple pliers. All products include detailed assembly instructions with diagrams when necessary. Other products like dressers/chests and tables with drawers are shipped fully assembled.