About a year ago, we got a mission style futon to replace our 20-year-old worn-out sofa. Our house is a Craftsman style bungalow, so the mission style futon fits nicely. However, the mattress that came with the futon was 4" thin and was never really comfortable. In a short amount of time, you could feel the bars of the futon when sitting, so I began searching for an improved replacement. Of those I found as possibilities, I read all the reviews and finally decided on this mattress.
This mattress had mostly good/great reviews, but there were some negative and scary reviews: fabric tears, tufting plastic breaking, mattress splitting down the center, bad smells (mildew and chemical), and the worst (but in only a very few reviews): bed bugs. I read every single review, weighed pros and cons, talked it over with my husband, and we decided to give it a shot.
It arrived very quickly. We decided to open it on our front porch in case of strong smell or bed bugs. The box was sealed with glue, and it was difficult to break into (we didn't want to use any sharp implements for fear of stabbing/slicing the mattress). Once we won our fight with the box, the rolled-up mattress was wrapped in a sheet of plastic, and then the mattress itself was vacuumed sealed inside more plastic.
We unrolled the mattress and I was surprised at how easily it unrolled. We then liberated it from the vacuum seal (still on our porch). It, again surprisingly, immediately fluffed up. The smell, which was a common new textile smell, was so minimal, my husband didn't even smell it until he buried his face into it. I have a very keen sense of smell, and while I did smell it (without burying my face), it was exceptionally mild. (I'm wondering if some colors have a more intense smell than others.) We then unzipped the one end of the fabric cover and searched all the folds, nooks, and crannies and found no sign of any unwelcome guests. We then closely scrutinized the piping all around, all of the tufted areas, and the zipper seam (inside and out) and there was still no sign of unwanted hitchhikers.
We were going to let it air out on the porch, but the smell was so minimal, we decided to go ahead and put it in place.
It is heavy, but not horrible. It's more awkward than anything. But my husband and I easily carried it inside and put it in place. Bending/folding it into the seated position was also a little awkward, but again, not bad.
Then we sat on it. I'm still sitting on it. Not only is it a major improvement in comfort, its stability makes it easier to sit down and then get up from the former thin, flimsy mattress. As far as sleeping, I haven't opened the futon to the bed position, but just stretching out across the seated position, it's very nice. It gives me great lumbar support, and I have a bad back. Laying on my side is also comfortable.
For the money, I think it's a great buy.
If anything significant changes after we've had this for awhile, I will update this review. I may even update it if nothing changes. I hope our review helps others in making their choice.
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DHP Futon Mattresses
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DHP – a division of Dorel Industries Inc. – is a leading manufacturer/importer of home furnishing products. Our division specializes in a wide variety of ready to assemble furniture for home and office use. With a fusion of innovation and design, DHP brings both comfort and value to every living space.
Furniture for every lifestyle.
DHP. We're the small space living experts.
Whether you’re a busy professional in need of a perfect small space solution for your condo or home, or cool and functional furniture for your dorm or first apartment, DHP has you covered.
Our unique and functional furniture varies from futons (sofas that transform into beds), upholstered and metal bed frames, bunk beds, daybeds with trundles, mattresses and more!
- Trendy Designs
- Affordable
- Space Saving Products
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Pocket CoilsThe base of independently encased coils provides equal weight distribution by contouring to the curves of your body and relieving pressure points. Each coil works independently, resulting in greater comfort, support and reduced motion transfer. |
Spring CoilsStandard coils offer consistent support and proper balance. These futon mattresses come topped with CertiPUR-US certified high-density foam, which provides an exceptionally comfortable surface. |
PolyesterThese futon mattresses are built to hold up to everyday wear and tear. The tufted design ensures that the mattress will retain its original shape for many years. |
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| Price | — | $145.57 | $121.31 | $134.86 |
| Style | Slim track arms with geometric modern design | Modern industrial design | Contemporary low seating design | Classic low-seating design with rounded tubed arms. |
| Available Colors | Black, Blue, Silver | Black | Black, Gunmetal Gray, Blue, Silver | Green, Black |
| Additional Features | Reclinable Backrest, Retainer Clips | Reclinable Backrest, Retainer Clips | Reclinable Backrest, Retainer Clips | Reclinable Backrest, Retainer Clips |
| Ideal For | 6 Inch Full Size Futon Mattress, 8 Inch Full Size Futon Mattress | 6 Inch Full Size Futon Mattress, 8 Inch Full Size Futon Mattress | 6 Inch Full Size Futon Mattress, 8 Inch Full Size Futon Mattress | 6 Inch Full Size Futon Mattress, 8 Inch Full Size Futon Mattress |
| Weight Limit | 600 lbs. / 272 kg. | 600 lbs. / 272 kg. | 600 lbs. / 272 kg. | 600 lbs. / 272 kg. |
| Dimensions | Sitting: 71”W x 36.5”D x 28.5”H Sleeping: 71”W x 51”D x 10”H | Sitting: 71”W x 36.5”D x 28.5”H Sleeping: 71”W x 51”D x 10”H | Sitting: 71”W x 36.5”D x 28.5”H Sleeping: 71”W x 51”D x 10”H | Sitting: 71”W x 36.5”D x 28.5”H Sleeping: 71”W x 51”D x 10”H |
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| Available Colors | Blue, Tan, Gray | Blue, Tan, Gray | Blue, Tan, Gray |
| Upholstery | Linen | Linen | Microfiber |
| Futon Mattress Details | 6 Inch Spring Coil Futon Mattress | 8 Inch Pocket Coil Futon Mattress | 6 Inch Foam Futon Mattress |
| Weight Limit | 600 lbs. / 272 kg. | 600 lbs. / 272 kg. | 600 lbs. / 272 kg. |
| Dimensions | Sitting: 80.5"L x 39.5"W x 38"H. Sleeping: 75"L x 54"W x 18.5"H | Sitting: 83"L x 40"W x 37.5"H. Sleeping: 75"L x 54"W x 20"H | Sitting: 75"L x 37.5"W x 38"H. Sleeping: 72"L x 51"W x 17"H |
Reviews with images
I would definitely recommend this mattress to any budget conscious buyer looking for ...
I would definitely recommend this mattress to any budget conscious buyer looking for just a basic mattress for themselves or a guest bed. Please see the pictures for the details. I have taken pictures of the whole process. First you have to carry what looks like a blue body bag into your house. Next, you shimmy the bag down the outside of the mattress. There is no need to cut the bag off, it comes off just fine with a little patience. I decided to go with the "stand the bag up, bear hug and squat technique" but do whatever works for you. Inside of the bag you will find a plastic wrapped rolled-up mattress inside of an outer plastic sleeve. It is okay to cut this off without fear. The magic doesn't happen until you reach the next layer of plastic. I cut the end off and then slid the scissors down the bag until it opened. DO NOT CUT THE PLASTIC UNDERNEATH!! Next you will come to the rolled-up mattress itself. It should be secured with three pieces of clear tape that hole the roll together. Cut the three pieces of tape. As you cut, you will hear a pop as the mattress is released from the pressure of the roll. You will only need to barely cut the tape pieces and the mattress will do the rest. Then you unroll the mattress where you want it to be. If you are using this for a futon, then it would be best to open the futon to the flat bed formation before you do this. Trust me it will be a pain to move the mattress later, it's pretty heavy.Okay, now here comes the fun part. Once the mattress is in place, position your cut on the side seam so that the mattress can expand fully and you can get out of the way after you cut it open quickly. IMMEDIATELY after you make your cut into the plastic the mattress will start to expand so slide the scissors up the side of the mattress plastic quickly and get out of the way. It should only take about a minute to fully inflate and you can continue cutting away the plastic. Mine opened up with the tags facing up so I flipped it when it was done expanding. If this doesn't bother you then forget about it. Yes, there is a chemical smell, it came from a factory. No, it's not that bad and it went away after 3-4 days.In all I am happy with this mattress. I am using it flat on a full size metal frame that I got from Walmart and it does not slide around on it at all. It also holds up well to me sitting in the same spot for a while. I hope this review helps you out, I noticed no one else had posted any pictures of the black one. This review is of the black version which is a true black, not grayish black or anything.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2020
About a year ago, we got a mission style futon to replace our 20-year-old worn-out sofa. Our house is a Craftsman style bungalow, so the mission style futon fits nicely. However, the mattress that came with the futon was 4" thin and was never really comfortable. In a short amount of time, you could feel the bars of the futon when sitting, so I began searching for an improved replacement. Of those I found as possibilities, I read all the reviews and finally decided on this mattress.
This mattress had mostly good/great reviews, but there were some negative and scary reviews: fabric tears, tufting plastic breaking, mattress splitting down the center, bad smells (mildew and chemical), and the worst (but in only a very few reviews): bed bugs. I read every single review, weighed pros and cons, talked it over with my husband, and we decided to give it a shot.
It arrived very quickly. We decided to open it on our front porch in case of strong smell or bed bugs. The box was sealed with glue, and it was difficult to break into (we didn't want to use any sharp implements for fear of stabbing/slicing the mattress). Once we won our fight with the box, the rolled-up mattress was wrapped in a sheet of plastic, and then the mattress itself was vacuumed sealed inside more plastic.
We unrolled the mattress and I was surprised at how easily it unrolled. We then liberated it from the vacuum seal (still on our porch). It, again surprisingly, immediately fluffed up. The smell, which was a common new textile smell, was so minimal, my husband didn't even smell it until he buried his face into it. I have a very keen sense of smell, and while I did smell it (without burying my face), it was exceptionally mild. (I'm wondering if some colors have a more intense smell than others.) We then unzipped the one end of the fabric cover and searched all the folds, nooks, and crannies and found no sign of any unwelcome guests. We then closely scrutinized the piping all around, all of the tufted areas, and the zipper seam (inside and out) and there was still no sign of unwanted hitchhikers.
We were going to let it air out on the porch, but the smell was so minimal, we decided to go ahead and put it in place.
It is heavy, but not horrible. It's more awkward than anything. But my husband and I easily carried it inside and put it in place. Bending/folding it into the seated position was also a little awkward, but again, not bad.
Then we sat on it. I'm still sitting on it. Not only is it a major improvement in comfort, its stability makes it easier to sit down and then get up from the former thin, flimsy mattress. As far as sleeping, I haven't opened the futon to the bed position, but just stretching out across the seated position, it's very nice. It gives me great lumbar support, and I have a bad back. Laying on my side is also comfortable.
For the money, I think it's a great buy.
If anything significant changes after we've had this for awhile, I will update this review. I may even update it if nothing changes. I hope our review helps others in making their choice.
This mattress had mostly good/great reviews, but there were some negative and scary reviews: fabric tears, tufting plastic breaking, mattress splitting down the center, bad smells (mildew and chemical), and the worst (but in only a very few reviews): bed bugs. I read every single review, weighed pros and cons, talked it over with my husband, and we decided to give it a shot.
It arrived very quickly. We decided to open it on our front porch in case of strong smell or bed bugs. The box was sealed with glue, and it was difficult to break into (we didn't want to use any sharp implements for fear of stabbing/slicing the mattress). Once we won our fight with the box, the rolled-up mattress was wrapped in a sheet of plastic, and then the mattress itself was vacuumed sealed inside more plastic.
We unrolled the mattress and I was surprised at how easily it unrolled. We then liberated it from the vacuum seal (still on our porch). It, again surprisingly, immediately fluffed up. The smell, which was a common new textile smell, was so minimal, my husband didn't even smell it until he buried his face into it. I have a very keen sense of smell, and while I did smell it (without burying my face), it was exceptionally mild. (I'm wondering if some colors have a more intense smell than others.) We then unzipped the one end of the fabric cover and searched all the folds, nooks, and crannies and found no sign of any unwelcome guests. We then closely scrutinized the piping all around, all of the tufted areas, and the zipper seam (inside and out) and there was still no sign of unwanted hitchhikers.
We were going to let it air out on the porch, but the smell was so minimal, we decided to go ahead and put it in place.
It is heavy, but not horrible. It's more awkward than anything. But my husband and I easily carried it inside and put it in place. Bending/folding it into the seated position was also a little awkward, but again, not bad.
Then we sat on it. I'm still sitting on it. Not only is it a major improvement in comfort, its stability makes it easier to sit down and then get up from the former thin, flimsy mattress. As far as sleeping, I haven't opened the futon to the bed position, but just stretching out across the seated position, it's very nice. It gives me great lumbar support, and I have a bad back. Laying on my side is also comfortable.
For the money, I think it's a great buy.
If anything significant changes after we've had this for awhile, I will update this review. I may even update it if nothing changes. I hope our review helps others in making their choice.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2011
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Once_A_Rapunzel
Get if futon is more often a couch
Reviewed in Canada on July 8, 2021
Once_A_Rapunzel
Reviewed in Canada on July 8, 2021
I wouldn't recommend this for someone who raises and lowers their futon daily. The overstuffed pillow would have greater flexibility in that department. For those of us who use a futon like a couch more often, this would be great.
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Bonnitta Corbett
Full size is a bit big for futon
Reviewed in Canada on March 23, 2023Kim Mitchell
Beautiful rich colour but not as comfy...
Reviewed in Canada on July 28, 2020