Futon covers are both decorative and functional. They provide an excellent method for making your futon more attractive. The fabric cover will also help to protect the futon and make it last longer. There will be a few things to think about when buying a futon cover. Measuring the mattress of your futon is the first thing you should do.
Look at all the dimensions including the thickness. There are many different thicknesses of futon out there and you want to be sure the one you select will fit. Forgeting this step can have a negative effect since you could get stuck with a futon cover that will not fit. Futon covers with zippers are the best choice as they can be easily removed and washed.
Look around the room at the various colors and fabrics you currently have in the room where the futon is located. The futon cover you select should blend in with the rest of the décor of the room. There is a wide selection of futon covers available at reasonable prices so it should not be a problem to locate one that fits your budget and home decorating style.
Futon covers will usually run between $30 and $150. Know what your budget is before you start your search to help you narrow down your choices to the ones that fit your budget. Some styles of futon cover have a print covering both sides. These make it easy to flip your mattress without changing the look of your space.
Other styles of futon covers are printed on one side and solid on the other. This lets you turn it over to to give your space a new look. With a window pane futon cover you will have a print on the top which will not go completely to the edges. There will be a solid color on the edges and back.
