Having a place to rest in your home is what we always long for, especially after a day that has just dragged out seemingly forever. We always need comfort and a place where we can let exhaustion and stress fall to the wayside. Sure, we all have beds. They are usually in the bedroom though and not particularly convenient when you’re not going to sleep for the night. Why not find something that you can put in the living room where you can relax with your family or friends? Or perhaps something you can put in your home office or studio so you can catch some quick relief? Having a sofa would be the best bet for this, but you may also want to consider a futon as an alternative option.
What is a futon? What is the difference between a futon and a sofa? Well, a futon is a type of bedding that is traditional in Japan. At it’s most basic it consists of a mattress and a duvet. Japan is known for its minimalism since they tend to have smaller homes and space, and they often use a futon for sleeping because it is easily stored away when not in use. A western-style futon is quite a bit different though. It can be compared with a sofa bed, but it’s still different in many ways. Like the traditional Japanese futon, it also has a mattress, but instead of storing it away it is usually folded up and converted into a sofa when not acting as a bed. Western futons are also usually used in homes or rooms that have small spaces.

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In the end, it will be your choice to make. So, will it be an expensive and stylish sofa or something more affordable with additional functionality?