Is this mattress pliable to use as a futon mattress? Looking for something better than a traditional futon mattress.
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it's definitely better than a futon mattress, but it doesn't bend very well, so if you just laying flat, it will be perfect for it!
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I don't think it would make a good futon mattress because of its thickness and firmness. I don't think you would be able to fold it like a regular futon mattress. If you left it as a bed all the time it would work great.
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After its reached it full thickness it will not be flexible enough to use for a futon. It will just slide off since its lightweight.
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The correct answer is NO. I bought this mattress for the exact purpose of putting on a futon and am disappointed with the results. Folding up into couch position is fine (the mattress is very squishy) and lying on the mattress in bed form is OK (I weigh 190 lbs and could *maybe* feel the futon slats underneath, but not too bad). The issue is that when folded into couch form and you sit on it *you will feel the slats on your butt*. It is not comfortable. I really wish I'd gotten the 8-inch mattress instead, but I'm not even sure that would have been enough. Edit: My futon is one of the nice wooden ones with lots of slats. If you have a cheap metal futon, this will not work AT ALL. The correct answer is NO. I bought this mattress for the exact purpose of putting on a futon and am disappointed with the results. Folding up into couch position is fine (the mattress is very squishy) and lying on the mattress in bed form is OK (I weigh 190 lbs and could *maybe* feel the futon slats underneath, but not too bad). The issue is that when folded into couch form and you sit on it *you will feel the slats on your butt*. It is not comfortable. I really wish I'd gotten the 8-inch mattress instead, but I'm not even sure that would have been enough. Edit: My futon is one of the nice... » Read More The correct answer is NO. I bought this mattress for the exact purpose of putting on a futon and am disappointed with the results. Folding up into couch position is fine (the mattress is very squishy) and lying on the mattress in bed form is OK (I weigh 190 lbs and could *maybe* feel the futon slats underneath, but not too bad). The issue is that when folded into couch form and you sit on it *you will feel the slats on your butt*. It is not comfortable. I really wish I'd gotten the 8-inch mattress instead, but I'm not even sure that would have been enough. Edit: My futon is one of the nice wooden ones with lots of slats. If you have a cheap metal futon, this will not work AT ALL. « Show Less
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Yes its a futon bed you can sit on it,if you lift the bak up it lays down into a sleeper.It just doesnt come with the little ottoman
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Tracy, Did you ever get a good answer on this question. Did you purchase the mattress and put it in a wall bed? I am thinking of getting it for the same use and am wondering... Thanks!
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I guess that you could but you would probably change your mind and use it as your futon mattress instead, it is much more comfortable than your average futon.
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I think it's very comfortable as a couch. Bought one for my son and daughter-in-law, and once I sat on it several times at their house, I bought one for my own futon on my sun porch. The mattress I already had was fine, I guess, but was stuffed with some type of ticking, and did not have springs -- so there was just no give to it, and when I sat on it for a while, it got uncomfortable. It's the springs that make this new mattress feel so good to sit or lay on, in my opinion.
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Hi. I would think so. It's not as thick as my previous mattress pad but it's very soft and I haven't had an issue since putting it in my bed. It would add that extra layer but also be flexible to fix on a futon.
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I didn't buy the mattress from Amazon. I purchased a 9" Wolf Visco Plush Futon Mattress by Sealy. I chose that mattress because I was recovering from a broken back and some arthritis in my right hip and would be sleeping on it nightly as well as resting frequently. The mattress has held up well. If you buy this frame and intend to paint or stain it I suggest that you do so before you assemble the piece. It is not difficult to assemble. I did it. The mattress is very heavy but it is comfortable as any bed and when made into the sofa it is just as comfortable as my $3k sofa back home.
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I'm not sure if a spring mattress is flexible enough to use in any way other than flat. But it seems like someone who sells mattresses would be able to answer that. I would check with them. But just so you know, the futon mattress I have on mine is 8" thick and uses queen size sheets, so size wise it seems like it would work.
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This is NOT a squishy mattress! Firm and comfortable from the get go. I have had it several months now and it is still firm and comfy. I would buy it again and will recommend it to you. Good luck!
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no, it is way to heavy, this is a very thick mattress, and it doesn't bend that well. futon mattresses are usually only 6-8" deep. plus it is actually firm
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If you have a nice thick mattress to distribute the weight a bit, it should be fine, IMO. Super thin futon would probably not be so good... I broke a slat on mine by putting all my weight on the weakest spot 1/4 of the way in from the edge, not a dive onto the bed exactly, but not the gentlest maneuver. We just have a thin futon and a topper. They sent me a new slat and I've been more respectful, so all good.
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I used it as a mattress for a trailer...it should work well for what you want to do.
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not sure ifyou would but this mattress iis much more comfortable than a traditional futon mattress
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I don't think so when its fully inflated its pretty much flat. Not bendable.u could use it if the futon stays in "bed position".
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Bought it for a futon that is our sofa. Couldn't get my son off of it. He loved it so much he slept on it instead of his own bed. I gave up and replaced his mattress with it. It was not the best choice for a futon that will be the main sofa. It is so thick & heavy it doesn't stay on the futon well but slides/sags down over the part where you sit. As a bed my 6 ft 2 in teen son will tell you it's wonderful. I personally have not slept on it.