Covers can be of washable cotton, denim, fabric blends or even leather. It’s easy to see why the appeal of a futon is widening, but also why buying one can require many decisions. Here are some ...

FUTONS WERE—and are—staple furniture of broke college kids everywhere. The old-school wood-slat frames and heavy, lumpy mattresses were designed entirely with versatility in mind: Couch by day ...

A. Some futon mattresses have removable covers. These removable covers are usually machine washable, but you’ll need to check the label for exact instructions. Taking them off, washing them and ...