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Young couple unpacking a mattress

Why Natural Mattresses and Tatami Mats Sometime...

Natural cotton, wool, latex, and tatami materials can have a noticeable scent when first opened—especially after compressed shipping. Learn what’s normal during the first 48–72 hours, why a 2–3 week...

Why Natural Mattresses and Tatami Mats Sometime...

Natural cotton, wool, latex, and tatami materials can have a noticeable scent when first opened—especially after compressed shipping. Learn what’s normal during the first 48–72 hours, why a 2–3 week...

Japanese Sleep System

What Do the Japanese Sleep On? Shikibutons, Tat...

Explore the layers of a traditional Japanese bed, from the breathable tatami mat foundation to the foldable shikibuton mattress. This guide explains why people sleep on the floor, the potential...

What Do the Japanese Sleep On? Shikibutons, Tat...

Explore the layers of a traditional Japanese bed, from the breathable tatami mat foundation to the foldable shikibuton mattress. This guide explains why people sleep on the floor, the potential...

Wooden vs Metal Futon Sofa Frame

Wood vs Metal Futon Frames: Comfort, Durability...

When shopping for a futon, the mattress often gets all the attention, but the frame underneath is just as important. The material—wood versus metal—plays a huge role in overall comfort,...

Wood vs Metal Futon Frames: Comfort, Durability...

When shopping for a futon, the mattress often gets all the attention, but the frame underneath is just as important. The material—wood versus metal—plays a huge role in overall comfort,...

Mattress on Coconut Coir Pad

Do You Really Need a Bed Rug or Tatami Under Yo...

If you love the look of a low floor bed, you eventually face one major question: how do you handle moisture? When a mattress sits directly on the floor, trapped...

Do You Really Need a Bed Rug or Tatami Under Yo...

If you love the look of a low floor bed, you eventually face one major question: how do you handle moisture? When a mattress sits directly on the floor, trapped...

American Oak Amish Futon Sofa

How Long Do Futons Last? Lifespan, Quality Leve...

Wondering how long a futon actually lasts? From entry-level foam to high-quality shikibutons, learn what affects longevity, how to spot signs of wear, and simple maintenance tips to keep your...

How Long Do Futons Last? Lifespan, Quality Leve...

Wondering how long a futon actually lasts? From entry-level foam to high-quality shikibutons, learn what affects longevity, how to spot signs of wear, and simple maintenance tips to keep your...

Futon Cover with Zipper Closeup

Washable Futon Covers: How to Keep a Natural Fu...

Natural futons filled with cotton or wool offer a breathable sleep space but require a different cleaning approach than synthetic mattresses. Since saturating the inner core can cause clumping and...

Washable Futon Covers: How to Keep a Natural Fu...

Natural futons filled with cotton or wool offer a breathable sleep space but require a different cleaning approach than synthetic mattresses. Since saturating the inner core can cause clumping and...