If you like a firmer sleeping surface, a traditional futon can be a great mattress choice. Futons are also often easier to store, a great choice for guest rooms and kids’ rooms, and less costly than a latex or hybrid mattress. Here are our top picks for the best organic futon mattresses for bedroom.
Table of Contents
- The Best Organic Futons
- Savvy Rest Pastoral
- Rawganique Homesteader Medium-Firm Vegan 100% Organic Cotton Futon Mattress
- The Futon Shop (TFS) Organic Wool and Cotton Shiki Futon Mattress
- Rawganique Farmstead Medium-Firm Organic Cotton and Wool Futon
- Rawganique Fairhaven Vegan Firm 100% Organic Cotton Futon Mattress
- The Futon Shop Teddy Organic Wool Futon Mattress
- The Futon Shop Organic Cotton Futon Mattress
- FAQs
Reader Note: If you like a plusher sleep surface, especially if you’re a lighter adult, check out these top mattress picks instead.
The Best Organic Futons
Savvy Rest Pastoral
Highlights: An affordable, hand-tufted, GOTS and Greenguard Gold 4.5-inch organic wool mattress with organic cotton cover. Flexible enough to work as a futon and available in Twin to Cali King sizes and custom sizes. Hand-made to order in a GOTS certified factory in America.
At a glance:
- Pricing: $1,299 – $2,799 (Queen $2,099)
- Materials: GOTS organic wool and cotton
- Certifications: GOTS, Greenguard Gold
- Sleep Trial: N/A and no returns
- Depth: 4.5-inch mattress
- Sizes: Twin, Twin XL, Full/Double, Queen, King, Cali King
- Best for: Average to heavier adult stomach-sleepers and some back-sleepers
- Much lighter than cotton futons
- More breathable than cotton futons
- Supports thermoregulation
- Custom sizes available!
- A little less firm than an all-cotton futon
- Made in the U.S by a B Corp
- All natural!
- Only one depth available
- Too shallow for most heavier adults
- Not vegan
- Non-returnable
- Takes 3-4 weeks to ship
- Needs more care than a regular mattress or cotton futon
- Best suited to occasional use, not every night use
Savvy Rest is an impressive B Corporation and one of our top choices for mattresses. It also makes a fantastic, affordable, organic wool futon. The Pastoral is handmade to order in a GOTS-certified facility in the U.S. and comprises GOTS certified organic wool batting in a GOTS certified organic cotton twill cover. Savvy Rest is also rare in that it uses linen thread for the stitching and hand-tufting, where most futon makers use nylon thread instead.
As an all-wool futon, the Pastoral is very breathable, supports thermoregulation, and helps promote deeper REM sleep. It’s also about 75% lighter than a firm cotton futon at just 48 lb. for a Cali King.
This wool futon is prone to indentations if it isn’t regularly rotated and flipped. It’s also meant for occasional use only, note every night’s sleep.
The Pastoral is best for average weight side-sleepers and some back-sleepers but is too soft for most heavier adults and stomach-sleepers. onsider a cotton futon instead.
Rawganique Zen Sleeper Firm Organic Cotton and Wool Futon
Highlights: Firm futon mattress handmade in the U.S. using U.S.-grown organic cotton with a wool wrap as a natural flame barrier. Available from Twin to Cali King in a variety of depths.
At a glance:
- Pricing: $710 – $5,093 (5-inch Queen $2,914)
- Materials: USDA organic cotton, wool, nylon thread
- Certifications: USDA organic
- Sleep Trial: N/A and no returns
- Depth: 1.5-inch massage mat, 3-inch Stowaway, 5-inch Futon, 6-inch Mattress, 7-inch Mattress, 8-inch Mattress
- Sizes: Twin, Full/Double, Queen, Eastern King, Twin XL, and Cali King, cushion/mattress sample available
- Best for: Average to heavier adult stomach-sleepers and some back-sleepers
- Available in a wide range of sizes and depths
- Includes wool flame barrier (no prescription needed)
- Comprises 95% organic cotton (USDA)
- Made in the U.S. using U.S.-grown cotton
- Custom made to order
- Sample cushion available
- Ships faster than the Pastoral Savvy Rest futon
- Suitable for every night use
- Very expensive
- Non-returnable
- Too firm for most adults, especially lighter individuals
- Not vegan (see Fairhaven below)
- Not GOTS certified
- Wool isn’t certified organic
- Very heavy in larger sizes!
The Zen Sleeper from Rawganique is mostly made with organic cotton, with a wool wrapped for added comfort and fire safety. This is a very firm futon and is best suited for average weight to heavier adults who like a firmer mattress. It’s a great choice for most stomach-sleepers and some back-sleepers and can also work well for adults with chronic nerve pain.
Rawganique uses U.S.-grown organic cotton (USDA) to make each Zen Sleeper by hand and to order in the U.S. You can buy the Zen Sleeper in a wide range of sizes. Note that this very firm cotton futon weighs a lot more than less firm futons and wool or latex futons. The Cali King is 185 lb.!
Rawganique also makes a vegan version of this futon: the Fairhaven.
Rawganique Homesteader Medium-Firm Vegan 100% Organic Cotton Futon Mattress
Highlights: A medium-firm vegan futon made entirely of USDA certified organic cotton. Available in thicknesses 1.5-inch to 8-inch and sizes Twin to Cali king. Made to order in the U.S.
At a glance:
- Pricing: $522 – $4,246 (5-inch Queen $2,350)
- Materials: USDA organic cotton, nylon thread
- Certifications: USDA organic
- Sleep Trial: N/A and no returns
- Depth: 1.5-inch massage mat, 3-inch Stowaway, 5-inch Futon, 6-inch Mattress, 7-inch Mattress, 8-inch Mattress
- Sizes: Twin, Full/Double, Queen, Eastern King, Twin XL, and Cali King, cushion/mattress sample available
- Best for: Most adults and kids
- Vegan!
- Latex-free and wool-free
- Available in a wide variety of sizes and depths
- Made with organic cotton only
- Less firm than the Zen Sleeper and suitable for most adults and kids
- Ships faster than the Pastoral Savvy Rest futon
- Suitable for every night use
- Doctor’s prescription required for futons 5-inch or deeper
- Only USDA organic, not GOTS
- Nylon thread used for tufting
- Very heavy
- Non-returnable
The Rawganique Homesteader Futon is a medium-firm vegan futon made entirely of USDA organic cotton. It’s great for most adults and kids and is suitable for every night use.
The Homestead is available in depths of 1.5-inch to 8-inch. For the 5-inch or deeper sizes, though, you’ll need a doctor’s prescription.
The Futon Shop (TFS) Organic Wool and Cotton Shiki Futon Mattress
Highlights: The best of both worlds – this traditional Japanese style futon comprises organic wool, organic cotton, and potato-based PLA fiber fill. It is much lighter than an all-cotton futon, and much softer, making it a good choice for lighter adults and children or for sitting.
At a glance:
- Pricing: $1,655 – $2,230 (5-inch Queen $2,086 – though $521 on sale at time of writing!)
- Materials: USDA organic cotton, GOTS wool, Non-GMO potato-based PLA fiber
- Certifications: USDA organic, GOTS (for wool), Oeko-Tex
- Sleep Trial: 30-day comfort exchange
- Depth: 3-inch, 5-inch
- Sizes: Twin, Twin Xl, Full/Double, Queen, Eastern King, Cali King
- Best for: Lighter adults and kids
- Much lighter than a cotton or wool futon
- Softer, plusher feel with pressure-point relief
- Cheaper than a wool or cotton futon
- Available without prescription
- Easily rollable and bendable
- Cheaper than an all-cotton or wool futon
- Too soft for many average weight and heavier adults (firmer options are available from TFS)
- Not intended for every night use
The Futon Shop Organic Wool and Cotton Shiki Futon Mattress, or Shikibuton, is a classic Japanese style, handmade futon with a twist. This foam-free futon features layers of sustainably-sourced potato-based PLA fiber fill, making it much lighter and softer than an all-cotton futon.
The Shikibuton is best for adults and kids weighing 140 lb. or less. The softer sleep surface is also best for side-sleepers rather than stomach-sleepers. It is very breathable and helps hot sleepers to stay cool and comfortable.
Rawganique Farmstead Medium-Firm Organic Cotton and Wool Futon
Highlight: Medium-firm futon custom-made to order using USDA organic cotton with a dash of wool as a natural flame retardant. Available in sizes twin to Cali king and from 1.5-inches to 8-inches deep. Chemical-free and hypoallergenic!
At a glance:
- Pricing: $886 – $4,795 (5-inch Queen $2,649)
- Materials: USDA organic cotton, wool, nylon thread
- Certifications: USDA organic
- Sleep Trial: N/A and no returns
- Depth: 1.5-inch massage mat, 3-inch Stowaway, 5-inch Futon, 6-inch Mattress, 7-inch Mattress, 8-inch Mattress
- Sizes: Twin, Full/Double, Queen, Eastern King, Twin XL, and Cali King, cushion/mattress sample available
- Best for: Most adults and kids
- No prescription required!
- Available in a wide variety of sizes and depths
- Less firm than the Zen Sleeper and suitable for more adults and kids
- Ships faster than the Pastoral Savvy Rest futon
- Comprises 95% organic cotton (USDA)
- Made in the U.S. using U.S.-grown cotton
- Custom made to order
- Sample cushion available
- Very heavy
- Only USDA organic, not GOTS
- Nylon thread used for tufting
- Not vegan (check out the Homesteader above)
- Still too firm for some adults
- Non-returnable
Rawganique’s Farmstead Futon is made with organic cotton and wool and offers medium-firm support that works well for many adults and kids. It’s less stuffed than the Zen Sleeper and weighs a little less. Thanks to the wool flame barrier, you can buy this mattress in sizes up to 8-inches deep without prescription.
The Farmstead is best for some stomach-sleepers, back-sleepers, and some average to heavier adults who sleep on their side (deeper builds are best for heavier adults).
Rawganique Fairhaven Vegan Firm 100% Organic Cotton Futon Mattress
Highlight: A pure organic cotton futon suitable for vegans, with no wool, latex, or chemical flame retardants. Offers firm support, ideal for stomach- and back-sleepers. Available in Twin to Cali King and in 1.5-inch to 8-inch thicknesses.
At a glance:
- Pricing: $561 – $4,574 (5-inch Queen $2,594)
- Materials: USDA organic cotton, nylon thread
- Certifications: USDA organic
- Sleep Trial: N/A and no returns
- Depth: 1.5-inch massage mat, 3-inch Stowaway, 5-inch Futon, 6-inch Mattress, 7-inch Mattress, 8-inch Mattress
- Sizes: Twin, Full/Double, Queen, Eastern King, Twin XL, and Cali King, cushion/mattress sample available
- Best for: Average to heavier adult stomach-sleepers and some back-sleepers
- Available in a wide range of sizes and depths
- Wool-free and vegan
- American-made with U.S.-grown organic cotton (USDA)
- Custom made to order
- Sample cushion available
- Ships faster than the Pastoral Savvy Rest futon
- Expensive
- Non-returnable
- Too firm for most adults, especially lighter individuals
- Not GOTS certified
- Very heavy in larger sizes!
Rawganique’s Fairhaven Futon is wool-free and vegan and very firm. It is a good choice for larger adults but likely too firm for lighter adults and teens. It may also work for some average weight stomach-sleepers and some back-sleepers, but isn’t plush enough for most side-sleepers.
The Fairhaven has 15% more fill than the Homesteader (also vegan), making it a vegan version of the Zen Sleeper. As such, it’s very heavy and only available with a doctor’s prescription for depths 5-inch and up.
The Futon Shop Teddy Organic Wool Futon Mattress
Highlights: Soft, simple, 8-inch organic wool futon encased in organic cotton. Great for lighter adults, children, side sleepers, and for sitting. Available in custom sizes!
At a glance:
- Pricing: $5,340 – $7,394 (8-inch Queen $6,154 – though $1,538 on sale at time of writing!)
- Materials: GOTS organic wool
- Certifications: Oeko-Tex, GOTS (wool)
- Sleep Trial: 30-day comfort exchange
- Depth: 8-inch
- Sizes: Twin, Twin Xl, Full/Double, Queen, Eastern King, Cali King
- Best for: Lighter adults and kids
- Soft and suitable for lighter adults, children, and for sitting
- Totally organic and chemical-free
- No prescription needed
- 8-inch depth
- Made by hand in San Francisco
- Compresses more easily than cotton
- Requires more care than a regular mattress
- Not suitable for heavier or larger adults or teens
The Teddy Organic Wool Futon Mattress is similar to Savvy Rest’s Pastoral Futon and comprises solely GOTS organic wool fill in a GOTS organic cotton cover. It’s an 8-inch futon offering soft support, making it a good choice for futons intended for sitting as well as for occasional use for side-sleepers, smaller adults, and children.
Compared to The Futon Shop’s Shikibuton, the Teddy is heavier (though still lighter than cotton futons!) and is more prone to compression.
The Futon Shop Organic Cotton Futon Mattress
Highlights: A medium-firm organic cotton futon available in a range of sizes including as a loveseat. Best for occasional use for sleeping by stomach and side sleepers. Made by hand in the U.S. using sustainable, renewable, certified organic and natural materials.
At a glance:
- Pricing: $1,555 – $2,317 (6-inch Queen $1,742 – though $697 on sale at time of writing!)
- Materials: USDA organic cotton, potato starch-derived PLA, GOTS cotton cover or poly cotton cover
- Certifications: USDA organic, GOTS (for cover), Oeko-Tex
- Sleep Trial: 30-day comfort exchange
- Depth: 6-inch
- Sizes: Twin, Twin Xl, Single, Full/Double, Queen, Eastern King, Cali King, Queen Loveseat, Twin Loveseat, Full Loveseat
- Best for: Most lighter to average weight adults and kids
- Available in a wide range of sizes
- Wool-free and vegan but no prescription needed!
- Soft enough for sitting and for lighter adults
- Heavy
- Not firm enough for heavier adults
- No returns (exchanges only)
The Organic Cotton Futon Mattress from The Futon Shop is a vegan futon available without prescription! This futon comprises certified organic cotton between layers of non-GMO potato starch-derived PLA fiber fill.
This futon is much lighter than an all-cotton or wool futon and has a softer feel, making it a good choice for sitting, some side-sleepers, and some lighter back- and stomach-sleepers. If you weigh more than 230 lb. though, you’re probably better off with a firmer futon containing more cotton for firmer support.
FAQs
Many of our top choices for the best organic futon mattresses comes from Rawganique. This is because the company has an impressive commitment to sustainability, with no synthetic materials or hazardous chemicals in any of its products. Rawganique also offers a wide range of organic futons with a variety of firmness levels. This includes futons designed for everyday use, rather than just occasional use or for sitting.
The Futon Shop is another top choice for a futon. TFS has a great range of softer options for kids and smaller adults. Other great choices for futons include Savvy Rest, one of our top mattress picks overall!
To care for your futon or Shikibuton, air it out regularly (once a week or so). If you can lift it easily, it also helps to beat the futon to disperse any gathered dust.
Flip your futon and rotate it frequently too, ideally twice weekly for the first two months. This helps prevent the fill from settling and compressing and will keep your futon feeling comfortable (and less lumpy!) for longer.
To clean a futon, spot clean the casing with a wet brush as needed. Make sure the futon casing dries fully before next use. A zippered organic cotton barrier futon mattress cover is also a great way to protect your organic futon (view on Rawganique or at The Futon Shop).
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