How to Buy Futon Covers

Futons are traditionally bought with only a mattress. If you have recently purchased a futon, you may need to get a futon cover to be placed over the mattress. Since futon covers are a specialty item, they can be difficult to find.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Order futon covers online. If you go to a home store, you are likely to find it difficult to locate a futon cover. You are better off if you simply order from a web retailer. Futon Planet has futon covers for under $20.

2. Bid on a futon cover. You can find great deals on futon covers from merchants on eBay. Use a seller that has a return policy in the case that you do not like how it looks or it does not fit properly.

3. Figure out the size cover that you need. The futon cover needs to fit over the futon's mattress. Most futon mattresses are either twin, full or queen sized. The larger sized covers are going to be $10 extra or more.

4. Choose the material of the futon cover. A cotton futon cover is washable and ideal for a futon that is going to be in a high traffic area. Silk covers are better choices for people that plan to use their futon for regular sleeping.

5. Pick the design. Futon covers come in various patterns and colors. Solid colors are going to be less expensive, but a designed cover will hide more stains.

Tips & Warnings

• There are futon cover sellers that offer matching pillows to go along with the slipcover. Covers and More has numerous designs that you can select.
• A washable futon cover will save you money in the long run. They can be tossed in the washing machine and used for several months or years.

Resources

• Buy low cost futon covers from Futon Planet.