News — Futons

If you're interested in building your own futons or a sofa bed, or you just want a way to get more comfortable in your living room, there are several different types of homemade futons you can choose from. There are fold-down or fold-up pieces of furniture, a sofa bed frame, and trifold futons. Which one is best for you depends on what you're looking for and what you're willing to put into the project. Full DIY plans are available here!! Trifold futon A trifold futon is a mattress that is folded into three pieces, like an accordion. Each of these...

The first step to Build a Futon Bed is to choose the right material for a sofa bed frame. Choosing the right type of frame depends on the size of the room and the futon mattress you plan on purchasing. You can either build a fold-out sofa frame or a Craftsman style futon. After determining the size, you can then start measuring and marking the planks. Once you have the dimensions, you can screw them together. Full build plans are available here!! Fold-out sofa bed frame You can learn how to Build a Futon Bed by following these steps: First, prepare...