There are a lot of different frames to choose from when picking your futon bunk bed. If you choose a metal frame you will find these painted in almost any color you want. Different styles are also available if you choose a wooden frame. So whatever the color of your room you should be able to find a futon bunk bed that will blend in.

Many people consider wooden frames with the slats close together to be the best type of futon. This supports the mattress well and is the most comfortable. Metal framed futon beds seem to be less comfortable.

When choosing your futon bunk bed consider styles where you can fold out the bottom bunk without having to move the frame and still have the bed up against the wall. This will help save space as some styles require the bed to be a little distance from the wall to be able to lay out the bed. You really want to be able to convert your sofa into a bed as easily as possible without moving the frame.

If your futon bunk bed is being used every day as a bed you will probably want to spend a little more and ensure you get a really good comfortable mattress. The traditional all cotton mattress can be heavy and many people are now opting for a poly-cotton blend which is lighter, easier to move around and still reasonably comfortable. An inner spring mattress will provide even better support but will cost a little more.

Another thing to consider with your futon bunk bed is the mattress cover. There are many styles available and you will probably want one that blends in with the room and looks good as a couch covering and is suitable as a mattress cover. Silk and cotton are both popular with people.

A Futon bunk bed gives you another option over the traditional type of bunk bed and thats why students and people who are short on space often find they are just what they are looking for. Being able to use it as couch during the day and within minutes convert it to a bed at night is very convenient.

Futons in the western world are loosely based on the Japanese variety, Whereas in Japan the futon was placed on the floor the bed manufacturers in the USA had the idea to put the futon in a frame and with some adaption people could use it as a couch in the day and a bed at night which widened its appeal.