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What To Look For When Buying Futon Covers
Futon covers are the fabrics are actually cover the futon mattress and they come in a huge variety of fabrics, colors and patterns. You can get covers to match any style decor be it retro-modern, tropical or traditional. These covers are versatile element to your futon as they are removable for easy replacement and wash it. In fact, one of the fun things about having a futon is that you can change up the covers in order to make a dramatic change in your room decor.
The first thing you want to do when you're out shopping for a cover is to make sure you know what size your need. How big is your futon mattress? Mattresses typically come in full and queen-size but they can be different thickness is so you'll have to consider not only the length and width but the thickness of the mattress in order to get a cover that will fit properly.
Typically, a full size mattress will be 54" x 75" and a queen will be 60" x 80". The futon mattress can be anywhere from 4 inches to 10 inches thick so simply get out your measuring tape before you go shopping and make sure you know the dimensions of the mattress - then put the measuring tape in your pocket and bring it with you in case you need to measure the cover.
One of the most important things you want to look at when shopping for futon covers is the design of the fabric. You want to make sure you get one that matches with the decor in the room that you're putting it in. If your room is subtle you might just want a plain fabric, if you're buying it for a teen's room then you might want a funky retro pattern, if you're outfitting your sunroom, then you might want a floral print.
But it's not just the aesthetic appeal of the fabric you need to consider, you want to make sure it is good quality fabric that will wear well and be durable. Of course, you're going to pay more for a better made cover, however, it will probably be worth it in the long run because you won't have to replace it as often. Look at the stitching on the cover can be sure that it is not pulling apart and is well stitched - if there is piping on the edges all the better. You want a material that is rather thick and, of course, scotch guarded to protect against stains. Finally, you want to be sure to get one that has zippers so that you can easily remove the cover for cleaning.
Futon covers serve two purposes, enhancing the decor of your room and protecting your futon mattress. If you keep these two things in mind when shopping for covers, you should end up with something that will be good looking as well as long-lasting.
The first thing you want to do when you're out shopping for a cover is to make sure you know what size your need. How big is your futon mattress? Mattresses typically come in full and queen-size but they can be different thickness is so you'll have to consider not only the length and width but the thickness of the mattress in order to get a cover that will fit properly.
Typically, a full size mattress will be 54" x 75" and a queen will be 60" x 80". The futon mattress can be anywhere from 4 inches to 10 inches thick so simply get out your measuring tape before you go shopping and make sure you know the dimensions of the mattress - then put the measuring tape in your pocket and bring it with you in case you need to measure the cover.
One of the most important things you want to look at when shopping for futon covers is the design of the fabric. You want to make sure you get one that matches with the decor in the room that you're putting it in. If your room is subtle you might just want a plain fabric, if you're buying it for a teen's room then you might want a funky retro pattern, if you're outfitting your sunroom, then you might want a floral print.
But it's not just the aesthetic appeal of the fabric you need to consider, you want to make sure it is good quality fabric that will wear well and be durable. Of course, you're going to pay more for a better made cover, however, it will probably be worth it in the long run because you won't have to replace it as often. Look at the stitching on the cover can be sure that it is not pulling apart and is well stitched - if there is piping on the edges all the better. You want a material that is rather thick and, of course, scotch guarded to protect against stains. Finally, you want to be sure to get one that has zippers so that you can easily remove the cover for cleaning.
Futon covers serve two purposes, enhancing the decor of your room and protecting your futon mattress. If you keep these two things in mind when shopping for covers, you should end up with something that will be good looking as well as long-lasting.