Unlike a sleeper sofa, a futon is a lighter piece of furniture that goes from seating to sleeping in no time. These multitaskers became popular in the 1970s but the futon couch history goes back to ...

Two main styles: Japanese futons are thin, floor-based, and rollable; Western futons are thicker, framed, and convertible between sofa and bed. Comfort vs. function: Japanese futons offer firm, ...