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Double-bed-sized frame for a futon.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Nov 1992 (v.16#2) pg. 6

Futon sofa bed. Japanese-style comfort, efficiency and good looks you can build yourself. A simple slatted sofa and two matching end tables are placed together and covered with a cushion (mattress) to form a double bed.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #282 Oct 1987 (v.37#8) pg. 76

Futon sofa bed. Special hinges make it easy to convert this wood-framed sofa (with a separate padded back and seat) into a double bed.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #349 Jun 1994 (v.44#6) pg. 72

Making a futon couch. A pivoting backrest converts the couch from seating to sleeping.
FINE WOODWORKING #77 Jul-Aug 1989 pg. 38
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #84 Sep-Oct 1990 pg. 12
Added Info FINE WOODWORKING #92 Jan-Feb 1992 pg. 10

How to make a futon, a Japanese sleeping mat and folding couch.
HANDMADE Summer 1982 (v.2#2) pg. 26, 46

High-style sofa at a budget price. Sofa/sleeper combination features a slatted seat and back padded with a futon mattress. Two matching end tables plus the sofa are combined when used as a sleeper. The sofa and table legs are only 7" tall. Est. cost: $140 plus mattress.
HOME MECHANIX #693 Jan 1986 (v.82) pg. 48

Make a foldable futon (shikifuton), a modern version of a traditional Oriental sleeping mat.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #68 Mar-Apr 1981 pg. 114

Make a futon. Three covered cushions are held together to make a seat or fold out flat to become a sleeping cushion.
NEEDLE & THREAD Jul-Aug 1982 (v.2#4) pg. 12, 43

Chippendale futon frame (with 76" long sleeping length) has sleigh-style arms and camelback. When the back is lowered, it sleeps two.
POPULAR WOODWORKING #99 Nov 1997 (v.17#5) pg. 58, Insert

How to make a "Shiki-futon", a Japanese folding bed that can also be used for an ottoman or a chair. Three 5" thick foam blocks are covered with sturdy fabric.
SUNSET Mar 1978 (v.160#3) pg. 98

How to make a Japanese-style futon, a fabric envelope filled with batting that is held in place by ties. Details fabric calculations, the cutting and layout for a king-size futon, and a special technique for inserting the batting.
THREADS #26 Dec 1989-Jan 1990 pg. 57
Added Info THREADS #26 Dec 1989-Jan 1990 pg. 6

How to make a folding futon foam mattress.
THREADS #39 Feb-Mar 1992 pg. 14

Fantastic futon. This super sofa project doubles as a comfy bed.
WOOD MAGAZINE #86 Feb 1996 (v.13#2) pg. 60, Insert

Mission-style futon recliner and matching ottoman. Chair holds 6"x28"x54" futon mattress. Ottoman holds a 6"x22"x28" futon. (These pieces match a full-sized futon sofa presented in Feb. 1996.)
WOOD MAGAZINE #99 Oct 1997 (v.14#6) pg. 66, Insert

Double-duty futon coffee table (24"x48"x17" high). Matches the futon sofa (Feb. 1996) and recliner and ottoman (Oct. 1997). The top is hinged to provide storage for bed linens, etc.
WOOD MAGAZINE #101 Dec 1997 (v.14#8) pg. 70

Fabulous futon. Slatted wood frame for a futon mattress quickly converts from a floor-level sofa into a bed.
WOODWORKER'S JOURNAL Nov-Dec 1992 (v.16#6) pg. 44

Futon sofa bed. Build a convertible couch in the Craftsman style (Mission style).
WORKBENCH Feb-Mar 1995 (v.51#1) pg. 38
Correction WORKBENCH Aug-Sep 1995 (v.51#4) pg. 8

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