Futon Innovation: Custom Sewn Tufted Designer Casings

July 9, 2008 Futon Mattress — Jennifer Spear

The tufted designer casing, or TDC, concept offers the consumer a fresh and exciting way to construct their own personalized futon. Ordinarily, the futon creation process is composed of three steps: picking a frame, a mattress and a futon cover. When you opt for a TDC you are able to select your mattress and decorative cover in one simple step. The custom sewn, machine tufted casing is attached directly to a premium quality Simmons™ innerspring futon mattress resulting in an overall luxurious and sophisticated futon experience.

Simmons™ Innerspring Futon Mattress

This incredibly unique innerspring, coil futon mattress by Simmons™ offers exceptional support and unparalleled comfort. 272, 13 gauge coils offer the feel, and support of a traditional

mattress while surrounding layers of cotton and foam account for the lavish comfort. Suitable for everyday sitting and sleeping, this unique mattress is ideal for those who seek high quality, affordability and versatility.

Custom Sewn Tufted Designer Casing (TDC)

Tufted designer casings are unlike traditional futon covers in that they are sewn and machine tufted directly onto the mattress and thus require no unsightly zipper closure. A sewn, tape-edge closure offers an overall refined appearance that closely parallels the classic appeal of an upholstered sofa. Fabric options range from microfiber to vinyl and the color and design choices are also extensive. In addition to the handsome appearance of the tape-edge closure, machine tufting creates a pillowy, pocketed feel that further increases the comfort and inviting appeal of your futon.

The TDC concept is a relatively new development in the futon industry and is beginning to take hold. Selecting a cover and a mattress has never been so easy with this ingenious mattress and cover combination. Although your mattress will be permanently covered with the custom tufted designer casing, you will always still have the option of covering it with a different fabric if you desire a fresh look or a different color scheme. For this reason, the initial futon purchase can be speedy and affordable without sacrificing versatility and creativity.


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