Bed mattress futon - I think I'm turning Japanese, I really think so!Posted by Nick Niesen on November 1st, 2010 It is a true fact that most people who sleep on bed mattress futon are not aware that bed mattress futons were first invented by the Japanese. Over many decades, the Japanese have slept on bed mattress futon placed on their floors. This is because they do not see that it is necessary to have an bed with a frame, box springs and headboard. All of these early bed mattress futon were actually consisted of thin mattresses, small pillows, and a blanket. Every morning, the bed mattress futon could be rolled up and stashed in a closet. Today, bed mattress futon units are as popular in western countries as they are in Japan and has very much become a comfort item. To understand bed mattress futon deeply, we should know that in its most basic form, the bed mattress futon is a plain cotton mat that is nimble and thus easily folded. bed mattress futon is the English spelling of the Japanese word which describes their bedding system. This is referred to as "shikibuton" or floor cushion where the person sleeps and the "kakebuton" or known as comforters in the western societies. The floor mat is the part of the bed mattress futon system which has been assimilated into the American bed mattress futon idea. To be creative with your bed mattress futon, you can dress them up with the many choices of high quality futon covers. Many bed mattress futon retailers offer covers of anything from a solid twill to a dual layer oriental tapestry. The reason behind the high demands for bed mattress futon units is because of its simple functionality and versatile comfort. Having a bed mattress futon will enable you to transform your living room with it's beautiful design into an extra bedroom with a comfortable futon bed. Like it? Share it!More by this author |