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The best futons for college dorms are easy to operate and have a small footprint

The Best 3 Futons for College Dorms

1. L-Frame Futon

One of the greatest challenges of living on campus is the lack of space. Space is so tight that even having armrests on each end of your futon could make the difference between it fitting and it just sticking out and getting in your way all the time.

That is why the L-frame futon is one of the best futons for college dorms. Not only does it fold up during the day as a sofa which takes up very little space, but it is designed without arms meaning that it is more compact than futons with arms. In addition, this great-looking futon is economically priced if you are on a tight budget.

But don't worry about not having armrests. You can purchase stylish bolsters or throw pillows to complement your futon's cover to give you the comfort you need without sacrificing on space.

The L-frame futon has no arms so it can fit in smaller spaces

2. Mission Studio Pine with Extension

The Mission studio futon was designed with smaller spaces in mind such as college dorm rooms. It is equipped with a special extension piece in the frame so that it can open up into a full-sized double bed while having a smaller footprint when it is being used as a sofa.

It comes in a wide variety of beautiful wood finishes so you won't have to sacrifice style when you are furnishing your room. The sturdy wood construction is also equipped with a spring mechanism that makes it especially easy to operate. 

The Mission studio comes with an extension that makes it into a double bed - Image Source: Youtube

3. A-Frame Pine Futon

An A-frame or trifold futon frame is made up of 3 parts. Two sections form the backrest and one section forms the seat. This style of a futon is your best option if you are on a budget and space is limited.

Even though it has an incredibly small footprint, it offers you a great deal of versatility. It can be folded up completely to give you a great seat for studying during the day or night. If you want to stretch out a bit, then you can easily convert it to a chaisse lounge.

To do this, simply fold only one end up and leave your futon frame in an "L" shape as in the picture below. And when you are finally ready for sleep, simply stretch it out fully for a great single bed that can easily fit into any tight space.

An A-Frame futon can fit in tight spaces and give you many options

4. Benefits of Futons for College Dorms

Affordable:

The biggest benefit to purchasing a futon for your dorm room is the price. Futons are incredibly affordable and companies like The Futon Shop offer great deals on futon packages that include both the mattress and the deluxe frame. They also come in a wide range of materials from extremely low-cost unfinished pine models to higher-quality hardwood options. If you invest in a higher-quality model, then it can be a great piece of furniture that you can take with you to your first home after graduation. 

Able to fit in small spaces:

The biggest issue of living in a college or university residence is your lack of space. Investing in futons for college dorms is a great choice for students who want to make the most of their limited space. Fold your futon into its sofa position during the day to give you extra floor space. If you have a really small room or one that is unusually shaped, then The Futon Shop can even custom make you a futon that will fit your room exactly.

Multi-purpose:

Another reason why futons for college dorms make great sense is that they can be used for more than one purpose. When you are up all night studying or when you have a few classmates over for the evening, you can use your futon as a comfortable sofa. When it is time to sleep, you just need to fold it out into the perfect bed. 

Easy to move:

Chances are you will be switching dorm rooms each year, so you will need to move your bed out. A futon is relatively lightweight and is easy to store and move if you need to.

Comfortable:

If you ever have slept on a thin, college dorm mattress for any length of time, you'll appreciate being able to use a higher-quality mattress with just the right amount of firmness that you need. All of the futon packages that you purchase from the Futon Shop include an 8-inch deluxe mattress. You can even spend a few dollars more to upgrade your mattress to a thicker firmer option or even one made with memory foam.

You can choose a comfortable mattress for your futon

5. Futon Accessories: Covers, Mattress Protectors & More

There are a number of great futon accessories that you are not going to want to be without including:

Futon covers:

A futon cover will not only protect your mattress from spills and daily wear and tear, but you can choose one in just the pattern and colour to make an often boring dorm room come alive. Futon covers from the Futon Shop are very easy to remove and wash or have dry cleaned to keep them looking their best. And if you like change, you can buy two so you can switch up your style while your other cover is in the laundry.

Mattress protectors:

In addition to futon covers, you can also purchase a mattress protector to make sure that your mattress lasts even longer. The Futon Shop has partnered with Rest-Guard and their amazing line of hospital-quality, waterproof, allergen barrier mattresses and pillow covers. These protectors are specifically designed for maximum consumer health protection!

Bean Bag Chairs:

If you want even more seating capacity for your dorm room, why not get a fun and comfortable bean bag chair? They are the perfect choice for relaxing and they come in a wide range of bright colours to make your decor pop.

Choose the style of futon cover you want and add a bean bag chair for extra seating

For the Best Futons for College Dorms, Choose The Futon Shop

If you are looking for the best quality futons at the best price, contact The Futon Shop. At The Futon Shop. We know how amazing our futons are because we are both the manufacturer and the retailer! Since 1984 we have been manufacturing our line of high-quality futons in a wide variety of styles and sizes. If you prefer, we can also make a custom size to meet your exact requirements. 

All of our futons are crafted right here in Canada at our Burlington Ontario location, so you can be sure that you are getting a quality product that will last. We are the largest futon manufacturer in Canada and we even build our own line of high-quality futon mattresses. You can come to see our incredible lineup at our Burlington location or you can shop for all of our products online. We ship all across Canada. 

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"I shopped at The Futon Shop in Burlington in person today and I am very happy with my purchase.  Brian was super helpful and just a pleasure to deal with.   He made sure that my futon package was exactly what I needed.  The futon is very good quality and the matress is very comfortable.  I was able to assemble with almost no difficulties.  I would recommend the Futon Shop in Burlington to anyone looking for  futon."

- Sanah Laird

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