Could this be used as a regular mattress to sleep on? (I'm on a very limited budget)
1560508
yes it keeps it's form and firmness well...I have had mine for over 6 months now and it is all I sleep on
1560509
I have this mattress on top of another 6 inch futon mattress and it's such a comfortable bed
1560510
Yes it can. We got it and have slept on it several times. It is very comfortable. Good deal for the money.
905706
I suppose you could but that would obviously void your warranty. First though, be sure to measure your mattress because many sold at "standard" sizes are actually a bit smaller than the stated dimensions to begin with and you might not need to make adjustments.
1906505
Sure. you will likely want to use a heavy duty cover. Also be advised this mattress is very firm.
1565033
IF you are just using it as a bed I don't see why not, if it's folding into a couch, maybe not, matress may be too thick, I think they make memory foam mattresses just for futons though .
360160
A mattress cover? For what reason? If you mean like A fitted sheet it may work but I'm not sure why you would want to. It's not comfortable enough to use as your everyday couch or to sleep on for more than a nap. The point of this piece is the look of it and a cover would change that. Not sure if this is any help at all
1679792
Not for every day use! Unless you are a child or weigh 65 pounds. It is comfortable enough to sleep on for a few nights. I would recommend the 6 inch mattress if you intend to use it for your long term bed. I own both and when we have family over I sleep on the 6 inch one for about a week or so.
567875
I think mijcar has the truth of it. I'm doing a low-budget version of what you describe: I have two of these side by side and the slightly-more expensive rolled futon (from the same company) on top of that. It's very comfortable. I have some movement under the "bedroll" because I'm laying lengthwise on it, but if I understand your plan you intend to be lying "against" the grain, so to speak, widthwise. If so, it should be fine. Actually, once I get a new place with more room I might well do the same thing you suggest. It's a good idea.
1840523
To be honest I think either would work. It is an outstanding mattress. We have slept on it for over 6 months now I think and we adore it. Happy ZZZZZZs
547623
I'm using a regular, inexpensive twin mattress, so I can't be sure. But, for what it's worth, here's my advice. I would think, if your foam mattress is a good quality fairly dense, and at least 6" high, then it would be fine. You may also want to consider the weight of potential users. If you're planning on having young children use it occasionally, then you can get by with something of lesser quality. They seem to be able to sleep anywhere. If it's to be used by teens or adults, then they would appreciate better quality. So, I guess you just have to decide who's going to be using it and how long you'd like them to stay!
1037982
To wrap up everyone else's answers: Yes it can be used as a futon bed mattress, however you won't be able to fold the futon back into a "sitting/couch" position because the mattress is much too thick and heavy.
410795
I didn't because I don't use it as a bed, I'm not sure they make mattresses for these, but if you want it to be cushier and they make them then you can. The mat that comes with it is slightly padded so it I had the where with all to do so I'd just buy a padded quilt for it.
237140
I used a regular mattress on the top and bottom. But it does not have to be so for the bottom. it is just a matter of personal preference.
2022728
I used this frame with a regular mattress. It was very comfortable. I would imagine that it would be okay with a very high quality air mattress. You would feel the slates with a low quality, leaky one.
493286
It would be very dificult, this futon is thick and meant for comfort. Just get a normal futon frame from walmart for $70 and this matress.
720401
For a child this mattress would work but I don't believe for an adult it would be sufficient.
2023499
Using the box spring encasement could work. It's not as roomy as the mattress encasement and it doesn't have a soft covering like the mattress encasement. I believe it's durable enough and you should have a fitted sheet over it so sleep quality shouldn't be a problem either.
738551
No, sorry it's not really made to sleep on every night. It's more for a temporary bed.