TIL a futon is a couch for americans
I only knew about the Japanese “thin mattress on the floor” version.
The thin mattress on the floor is actually better for your back.
can confirm, i sleep on a bunch of blankets and it’s great aside from needing a few more to fully insulate from the cold floor.
the idea of having a bed permanently take up space in a room has become utterly absurd to me after i realized i can just sleep on some blankets and roll them up during the day.
This sounds unhinged and delightful at the same time
An American futon is a modern torture device used for the sick amusement of the big mattress cartel.
Yeah it’s basically one of the Japanese kind but on a frame that lets it convert between bed and couch. It’s notoriously bad at both roles. But it’s great for teenagers with space and budget constraints
There are innerspring futon mattresses. Had one for years when I was younger. Definitely not as bad as the basic things. If you’re gonna have a futon for yourself, your kids or guests, look into them.
I was just telling my buddy this the other day when he was bragging about “the steal” he bought his new futon for. Like mate, you paid too little and to get a good bed, and too much for a shit couch.
