Futon Match-Up: Futons vs. Click Clacks

Click Clacks have become a rather popular alternative to traditional, Americanized versions of futons. This type of futon normally allows for a easy operation and simple purchasing process.

Before deciding on a click clack futon, I suggest you take a look at some pros and cons listed below.

Click Clacks

Click Clacks have become a rather hot item for decorating in the 21st century due to their sleek look, simple operation, and easy assembly.

Pros of owning a Click Clack Futon

• Simplified Options - Usually available in several styles, colors, and fabric options.
• Modern/Contemporary Design - Many click clacks feature a sleek and cool looking design.
• Simple Operation - Most Click Clacks can be converted from sofa, lounge and bed positions with little effort, very shortly.
• Little Or No Assembly - Majority of click clacks arrive in one or two pieces and are ready to be used immediately.
• Sofa Appearance - Click Clacks look very similar to a common sofa.

Cons of owning a Click Clack Futon

• Can’t Upgrade Mattress - The mattress in a Click Clack cannot be changed or upgraded.
• Can’t Change or Wash Upholstery - Many click clacks cannot be washed or re-upholstered.
• Firm - Some of your guests may not enjoy the firm feeling.
• Feel the bend - Many who sleep on Click Clacks complain about feeling the crease where the click clack bends in the sofa position, and find it uncomfortable.
• Not Standard Sizes - Many click clacks do not fold out to a standard full size mattress.

Traditional Futons

The common futon features the futon frame, futon mattress and futon cover. These futons are what majority of people think when they hear ‘futon’.

Pros of owning a Traditional Futon

• Brands - There are dozens of unique American brand futon manufacturers—each featuring their own technologies.
• Arm Styles - Futon arms can be found in a wide variety of unique styles.
• Wood Finishes - Many futon manufacturers offer several finishes for their wood frames.
• Futon Mattress - Choose from a wide variety of futon mattress manufacturers, materials and comfort levels.
• Futon Covers- Add and remove your futon covers as much as you want! Either for washing or to simply change the look and feel of your futon.
• Matching Furniture - Many futon frames have optional drawers, coffee tables, cabinets and dressers that can match the look and feel of a futon frame.

Cons of owning a Traditional Futon

• Confusion - Looking for the perfect futon combination can be confusing and time intensive.
• Mattresses Slippage - Without additional material, futon mattresses can slip and slide off your frame.
• Operation - Most futon frames require you to lift the frame from the back when in the bed position to return to the sofa position.
• Appearance - A futon looks like a futon.

Now you have the pros and cons of a traditional futon compared to a click clack. This allows you to make an informed decision when deciding on purchasing a futon.