Leather Futons

Our Picks

Wide Tight Back Faux Leather Futon Couch

What We Like: Sturdy, splayed chrome legs

What We Don’t Like: No armrests

Not So Great For: Spacious everyday family room

Perfect For: Retro, minimalist-style apartment

Supported by elegantly splayed chrome legs, this sturdy faux leather futon provides the support needed for a good night’s rest or a weekend movie marathon. The sofa converts seamlessly to a bed using a click mechanism. Each side of this two-seater reclines independently so two people can adjust to their preferred position without disrupting each other’s comfort.

The accented baffle-box tufting features hand detailed stitching so the upholstery can withstand years of frequent use. Thanks to its chic, retro design, this piece can fit a range of interior styles. As a perfect addition to an entertainment space, consider adding striped or patterned cushions and a bold-colored throw that matches the existing interior.

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Traditional Style Faux Leather Futon Sofa Bed

What We Like: Solid engineered wood frame

What We Don’t Like: Dark leather and wooden frame unsuitable for some interior design styles

Not So Great For: Apartments; lofts

Perfect For: Home office or reading room

If you’re looking for a high-quality but versatile futon, this hardwood frame, the multifunctional sofa, has numerous practical features. The tray-style armrests provide the perfect place to rest a cup of coffee or a glass of wine as you relax into the soft, foam-cotton blend cushioning. Available in six different wood finishes, choose a frame that matches your existing flooring. Or add a plush area rug in a complementary shade to create a cozy contrast.

This futon helps you eliminate clutter from a busy living room with two spacious drawers. These offer ample space for storing bedding, books, electronic devices, or phone chargers.

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Full Size Faux Leather Futon Sofa

What We Like: Beautiful mocha finish provides a welcoming aesthetic

What We Don't Like: Minimalist frame may require accent pillows or a throw

Not So Great For: Bedroom; formal living room

Perfect For: Reading nook; home bar

The reclaimed mocha frame and upholstery combine with soft foam-cotton blended cushions to add a cozy style to your reading nook or relaxation space. This futon pairs an old-fashioned feel with a modern silhouette that can also be the perfect booth seat for a home bar. As a low-profile sofa, short-legged coffee tables and overhanging lamps are the perfect accompaniment to the piece.

If you’re hosting guests, the backrest folds down to create a full-sized bed, large enough for two. The cushion material is comfortable and supportive enough to double as a mattress, so the conversion process takes minutes.

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Full Sleeper White Faux Leather Futon

What We Like: Durable, fire-resistant finish provides easy maintenance

What We Don’t Like: Doesn’t include a detachable mattress

Not So Great For: Long-term use as a bed

Perfect For: Space-efficient use in a compact apartment

This white faux leather sofa is a statement piece that can lift a tired room. The square patterned tufted cushions epitomize modern chic, offering subtle detail against a dark wall and linear, contemporary interior decor. With chrome-finished legs, lasting durability adds to the appeal of this futon.

The sturdy design is convenient when entertaining guests. It has a 750-lb. weight capacity, making it a comfortable sleeper for two people. The solid white finish means this futon won’t be out of place in a busy room. Colorful artwork, potted greenery, and abstract light fixtures are the ideal accents for this modern piece.

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Modern Style Black Faux Leather Futon

What We Like: Compact silhouette

What We Don’t Like: Requires assembly

Not So Great For: Formal spaces

Perfect For: Studio apartments; offices

This sleek convertible two-seater gives the appearance of a genuine leather futon without the price tag or maintenance requirements. The faux leather linen fabric is soft and comfortable enough for everyday use. It is easy to clean, so you don’t have to worry about minor spills while entertaining guests.

With neat, tufted cushioning, this futon is a perfect space-efficient option for a studio apartment. It has large but disguised side pockets, providing extra storage without detracting from the style. The all-black finish is easy to match with contrasting, bright-colored cushions. Add stainless steel or marble side tables to complete your space.

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70s Style Boutique Faux Leather Futon

What We Like: Retro ribbed cushioned backrest

What We Don’t Like: Throwback style only works with specific interiors

Not So Great For: Modern, Scandinavian-style living rooms

Perfect For: Retro-inspired living rooms with wooden flooring

Created by husband and wife, boutique furniture designers, this versatile futon stands out in any room. The 70s-style silhouette offers ample seating depth, supporting your legs and back as you sink into the tufted cushions. Slanted oak-colored legs contrast the faux leather upholstery and provide space beneath the futon for a patterned rug.

It can comfortably sleep two people when converted to a bed. One of the most practical features of this piece is the split-back design. Each side independently reclines to three positions so you or your guests can find their most comfortable position when relaxing.

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Modern Faux Leather Reclinable Futon

What We Like: Center section features double cup holders

What We Don’t Like: Short backrest may not offer enough neck support for taller people

Not So Great For: Use as your primary living room sofa

Perfect For: Additional or temporary seating for parties

This reclinable futon is the perfect solution for providing extra seating when you’re entertaining guests. It is one of the most affordable faux leather futons on our list, making it an excellent option for Super Bowl Sunday or a family gathering. The center section folds down to reveal two cup holders, keeping your drinks cool as you relax with friends.

The no-fuss, subtle, linear design is finished in black upholstery and blends seamlessly with most interior styles. Stainless steel legs make it easy to keep clean, making it an excellent option for a kids’ playroom.

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Buying Guide

It can be a couch, it can be a bed or a chair or a comfortable floor pad – there is, perhaps, no more versatile piece of furniture than the futon. However, you definitely want to make sure that you get the right piece for your home so you can use your futon to its best advantage! Here are a few things to consider.

It's easy to think of futons as a staple of a college student's dorm room, but futons can be incredibly useful in every home.

Futons, as opposed to mattresses or regular couch cushions, are known to hold their shape better over the long term, making them excellent choices for regularly used sitting rooms or even bedrooms.

What styles of futons are there?

Futons come in two basic styles: chair/couch and bed/lounger. Very simply, one is meant to be bent in an upright position most of the time, and the other is meant to lay flat!

To pick the best futon for your use, consider how often the futon will be used and for what purpose. If you're getting the futon for a guest room or somewhere it will be used only rarely, you can likely make a more economical purchase. However, if you'll be using the futon every night, you may want to spend more for more support and comfort!

What are the best futon materials?

Solid Foam

Foam may be cheaper than other alternatives, and it has the distinct benefit of being one piece – meaning that if the cover punctures or slips off, the futon itself will retain its shape. You can purchase foam in differing levels of softness, too; and some futons may even be made from memory foam for a distinct sense of luxury.

Simple cotton or wool batting

Wool futons will likely be more expensive than their alternatives, but they are more natural and can offer a sitting experience you can 'sink into' more than you can in a foam futon.

How thick should a futon be?

To answer this question, consider how you'll be using the futon, but also what you want it to look like.

If you're going for a sleek, sophisticated look with a subtle frame, then you might want a thinner futon. Thinner futons are typically 4" or less thick and are even pliable -- which can add to their versatility.
If you're decorating a larger room and you have a substantial wood frame, a thicker futon may work better. Thicker futons may be as much as a foot thick, and resemble a traditional mattress more than anything else!

What size futon should I get?

There are several different standard sizes of futon, each suitable for different purposes:

Chair: As the name suggests, this futon is thinner and meant to be placed on a chair frame. These measure 28" by 54". If you're buying the futon mainly for sitting, a chair or twin size is likely best for you.

Twin: These futons are approximately the size of a twin mattress, or 39" by 54"---a little bit wider than a chair. Equally good for sitting and to use as a small bed.

Full: At 54" by 75", full-size futons generally come in loveseat or lounger forms. The former will be more suited to chair or couch configurations; the latter, sleeping or bed-type arrangements. A full size futon are your best bet if you are going to sleep in it often.

Queen: At a full 60" by 80", these futons are best for large couch-like formations or simply as an alternative to a queen-size mattress. Equally good for sleeping and as an alternative to a couch.

Note that many futons will come in split sizes, meaning that the length of the futon will encompass a chair and an ottoman piece for reclining.

How to select the best futon frame?

The frame of the futon will go a long way towards making your futon look high-end or more practical. The most common materials for a futon frame are:

Lacquered Metal: For an industrial look, aluminum or steel rods are bolted together for an easily collapsible frame. These frames are often lacquered and painted, meaning you can have it in any color you choose!

Wood: Whether you choose an easily available wood like maple or pine or go for a more exotic hardwood like mahogany or teak, wood exudes equal warmth, brings in a natural quality and adds to the elegance of the setup.
If you're thinking about placing your futon outside, even if it's going to be in a covered place, teak, with its natural waterproof qualities, is by far the best choice..

No matter the material, futon frames come in three formations: bifold, loveseat, and trifold.

Bifold and trifold frames fold and extend to form a couch shape or a couch with extendable ottomans – they're a good choice if you see yourself storing and taking out your futon regularly.
A loveseat frame is a more permanent couch frame option, typically made out of wood for aesthetic appeal.

A futon may not be the most attractive seating option, but if selected right, it will definitely be one of the most comfortable sleeping choices.