Futon Care Guide
A Zen.Rest futon asks for five minutes a week. Here’s exactly how to spend them.
Daily — 30 seconds
Fold the futon after waking. This exposes the underside, releases overnight moisture and keeps the core fresh. Stand it on its edge for a few minutes if you can — gravity and airflow do the rest.
Weekly — 5 minutes
- Air: stand the folded futon near an open window for a few minutes.
- Rotate: swap head-end and foot-end for even wear.
- Refresh: vacuum or brush the cover briefly.
Monthly — wash day
- Unzip and remove the cover (under a minute).
- Machine wash at 30°C with mild detergent. No bleach, no fabric softener.
- Line-dry or tumble-dry low. Re-fit once fully dry.
- Give the inner core an extended airing while the cover dries.
Storage
Store the futon tri-folded in its included storage bag, in a dry place. Vertical storage (standing in a wardrobe or corner) is ideal. Avoid compressing it under heavy objects or storing it in damp basements.
Please avoid
- Soaking or machine-washing the foam core itself.
- High-heat tumble drying of the cover.
- Ironing directly on the cover’s zip area.
- Leaving the futon unaired on the floor for weeks at a time.
Stains & spot cleaning
Blot (don’t rub) with a cloth dampened in mild soapy water, then air-dry fully before use. For anything more serious, the washable cover is your first line of defence — that’s why it’s there.
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