Many times customers ask, “can I use a futon mattress on a box spring?”. The answer is yes, but you should take some considerations when it comes to purchasing a futon mattress for use on a box spring or a platform bed.
Airflow In Your Futon Mattress
First, futon mattresses are typically made of cotton and polyester batting, and sometimes feature foam, innersprings and memory foam. If you plan on using a platform bed or a box spring, only one side of your futon mattress is exposed to air and circulation.
In order for your futon mattress to provide the best long-term comfort, there needs to be a particular amount of airflow going in and out of your mattress. Otherwise, moisture may build up inside and all sorts of things may grow and ruin your futon mattress. Be sure to take your futon mattress outside once every few months to give it some sunlight and airflow, and allow it to breathe properly.
Support Your Futon Mattress
Just like a traditional mattress, futon mattresses need support for you and your futon mattress. You should be sure that there are enough slats on your platform bed to be certain that their is proper support. Otherwise, your futon mattress could sink in and create an unwanted valley, creating a poor sleeping surface.
Maintenance and Care For Your Futon Mattress
Nearly all futon mattresses require proper maintenance and care to be certain that your investment gets the most life. Flipping and rotating your futon mattress every few months ensures that you spread the wear of your mattress in an even fashion. Without taking the time to perform this step, can reduce the comfort that you are looking for.
Posted on November 4th, 2008 by aaron
Filed under: Futon Mattresses
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