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The Futon Shop
5021 Almaden Expy, San Jose, CA 95118, United States
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Review β„–1

I dont remember if I bought my mattress from the san jose or the san francisco store. But I can say they are VERY expensive. I bought mines through the mail so I have to pay for the shipping which comes to over $100. The first mattress I bought consisted of natural rubber latex and sheep wool. But when I used it, it was to soft and I sank when I slept on it and I would sometimes wake up with back aches. So months later I called them to complain about this and they gave me the option of getting another mattress that was more firm. But I had to pay the cost difference of the mattress and the shipping. So I had to cough out more money and got the new mattress which is way better than the first one. They told me to keep the first mattress not to return it because of covid 19. So make sure you choose the right firmness of the bed before purchasing and expect to pay a lot for these mattresses. But overall the quality is not bad. 😁

Em
Review β„–2

Burt is a fantastic guy, so helpful, he went above and beyond for us. We truly appreciated the help :)

Vi
Review β„–3

We had a great experience shopping for our new futon full size bed at the futon shop on Almaden Expressway, San Jose. We told Burt, the Sales Manger of the store that we did not know much about futon. He took his time to explain to us and recommended several options for us the choose from. We ended up purchasing a full-size futon sofa/bed. It was delivered to our house today and we loved the style and quality of the sofa. We would recommend everyone who wants to buy a futon to stop by the San Jose store to chat with Burt. Hes one cool and knowledgeable guy.

Il
Review β„–4

Absolutely the worst customer service I have received. I went to pick up my mattress, the guy probably had a bad day and was excessively rude. In the end ended up giving me wrong items for both product I have purchased. Their web chat customer support was not able to help me after few sessions. Eventually after few calls I had to go back to replace item with correct one. When I rolled the mattress out I realized that the cover they provided for the mattress was the wrong size as well, its been almost two years and I am still yet to hear from their support on how I can get the correct cover.

Li
Review β„–5

Burt was very helpful and friendly. He helped us stay within our budget and came out with exactly what we were looking for. They have a good variety to choose from. Definitely recommend this place.

Da
Review β„–6

Came here on Sunday to look at futons - called ahead and the hours on the phone indicated they were open. When we arrived, the store was closed. Found out after chatting on their website that they are appointment only, even though no signage was posted indicating so.Came here on Monday, after calling the shop verifying someone would be there for the next hour. The person who I talked to on the phone seemed very put out that I wanted to come to their store instead of going to their San Mateo location, and also made sure I knew they were only open for another 52 minutes.When my husband and I walked in the store 30 minutes before closing, the only employee of the store couldn’t be bothered to look up from his computer or even welcome us. After asking a few questions that were barely answered - and being told again that we should just go to their San Mateo location - we left the store without purchasing anything.Overall: the customer service was terrible, and I couldn’t even tell you what this store sells other than β€œfutons” - I have no idea what mattress sizes, mattress types, or frames they sell, or any idea about what their pricing model is. Save yourself some time and skip this one.

Ho
Review β„–7

Burt has great knowledge about different types of Futons. We are very glad he is there to help and his advice is very helpful. He is honest and friendly. We had a great experience shopping there.

AA
Review β„–8

Exceptional Staff.Burt helped me find exactly what I needed. He was upfront about the options within my budget, and went above and beyond with answering all of my questions.Highly recommended!

Ma
Review β„–9

We are happy with the purchase of our futon and mattress. We are very happy with the quality and Burt was very helpful in helping us choose the right futon for us. He also went above and beyond in making sure that we get the correct cover we ordered.

Ia
Review β„–10

I have an older futon that is missing some screws & bolts so I called this store and Burt told me to drop by and see if mine matched what he had on hand. Luckily, he had the parts I needed and was super nice to let me have them no charge. If I do need a futon or bed frame in the future, definitely coming to this store first.

Cl
Review β„–11

Our shopping experience with Burt today was smooth and enjoyable. My husband and I are return customers, we always have loved their chemical free all natural mattresses. Good investment for the body. Highly recommended!

La
Review β„–12

What luck to get Burt all to ourselves today! We’re getting a sofa bed and he answered all of our questions about fabric and materials and gave us a demo of how to set it up. Burt is super knowledgeable about other futon shop products, and helped us decide on a bean bag, as well. Burt’s customer service is top notch, as he was able to advise us about stock on hand, delivery dates, and what to expect for the set up day, all with charm and a smile. If you’re in the market for some eco-friendly/organic (or otherwise) furniture, stop by this Futon shop!

Jo
Review β„–13

Every time my wife and I shop here, we find the perfect futon mattress. We drive all the way from Santa Cruz, just to purchase here. Burt is very knowledgeable about the products and the variety of types and features...he is also gregarious and avuncular. Fantastic experience.

Ma
Review β„–14

Nice conversation with Burt. A good sales rep. He knows his stuff.Convincing and friendly. Good place to shop for futon. Good selections.

Hu
Review β„–15

Burt is the expert in the Bay Area. Hes been doing this for 20yrs. We needed some parts and he gave us advice on where to look and even hooked us up with some spare parts he had on hand.Hes not just someone selling you something to make money, he really cares about customer satisfaction. I highly recommend coming here if youre working with anything futon related.

Ni
Review β„–16

We just had a great experience when we went shopping for a futon. My husband and I knew exactly what we wanted but need some clarification for the mattress selection as well as the frame. We were very kindly greeted and we were given very concise honest feedback regarding prices and quality. It was late afternoon, and we were very glad we made our choice very quickly and left with a futon ordered. I highly recommend this location to anyone who does not know anything about futons/frame and mattresses.

St
Review β„–17

FANTASTIC I am so happy with the futon. I highly recommend this company as the futons they produce are totally superior in quality to the typical toxic, low quality, mass produced junk. Service was excellent. Thank you Richard and Burt.

Ki
Review β„–18

First off, hats off to Burt as hes been such a tremendous help in assisting me in all of my transactions. He is so knowledgeable in all of the products and he has great customer service. Im so happy I landed in The Futon Shop after searching for a company that specializes in no chemical products, I love all the products Ive purchased.

Pa
Review β„–19

I made a mistake with my order and was lucky enough to get Burt as my local Futon Shop rep. He treated me so kindly and professionally from the moment I walked in the door. My exchange couldnt have gone any smoother. I highly recommend this store (try to speak with Burt!)

Ch
Review β„–20

The shopping process was absolutely great! She spent a lot of time answering our questions and was very helpful in picking out a frame and mattress. She even steered us to a cheaper mattress model because it was a better fit with what we were looking for.The ordering process was a bit confusing however. Their system is quite antiquated and hard to understand. We ended up double checking the descriptions of what she entered, but eventually we had to just trust it was all correct.Delivery and setup of the frame and futon was great, but the pillows didnt arrive with the futon. We were assured theyd be shipped separately. But a few weeks and phone calls later, the pillows eventually were shipped. Unfortunately when they arrived, we realized they were incorrect. A mistake was made when she typed in our order, even though the descriptions were correct. Once we made them aware of the problem, it took a few more phone calls and they agreed to fix the issue. However, since the option we thought we ordered was a bit more expensive, they werent willing to absorb all the cost to fix the mistake.Overall the shopping experience and setup was great. However, ordering, follow up, and trying to get mistakes corrected was frustrating.

Me
Review β„–21

We bought a futon from The Futon Shop and are very pleased with out purchase! Not only is the quality of the frame and mattress excellent, but Miguels customer service was fantastic! I work in Customer Service, so I really appreciate people like Miguel. I highly recommend purchasing your futon from The Futon Shop!

Je
Review β„–22

We had a great experience at this location. We went in there with a clear idea of what we wanted (specifications, color, etc.) and Robert showed us exactly what we wanted to buy. He explained the pros and cons of each of our choices and didnt just try to sell us the priciest option. We got out of there in less than 45 minutes with the perfect sofa bed on order and to be delivered in less than a week. Thank you Robert for making it such an easy, stress-free experience!

Da
Review β„–23

My wife and I went to The Futon Shop looking for a futon on St Pattys Day. We only needed the mattress as we have a good frame. We had a great experience learning about the different quality mattresses and the considerations to keep in mind when making our decision. There was no pressure, just great help. We found the one that best fit our needs and received a call five days later that it had arrived.This was an easy buying experience for us. We recommend it.

As
Review β„–24

Burt is such a nice and helpful gentleman. He did an amazing job helping us find what we were looking for. Taking it home just in time for the SUPERBOWL. Thank you Burt.

Pa
Review β„–25

We visited the Futon Store in San Jose today and the experience was excellent. The person in the store was very patient with us and explained us everything there was to know about Futons. We were new to this, but we left feeling we knew a lot about Futons. He explained us about wall huger frames and we finally decided to buy one since it gives so much flexibility in terms converting to a bed when required without having to move the Futon at all. This was pretty cool !!! Also, he explained us about the various mattress options we had and helped us choose one that would fit us the best based on our exact requirements. He was not pushing to sell the most expensive of mattresses,but the one that suited us the best and this kind of attitude is not something that we see at a typical store, . In short, this was one amazing experience and I would highly recommend everyone to visit these folks if you are looking into buying a Futon. They are good !!!

La
Review β„–26

Knowing the harmful toxic effects of normal mattresses I did not want to go in for another run of the mill off-gassing mattress & thus the search for a cotton futon mattress started that drove me literally crazy!!Finally-The Futon Shop came across as that one stop shop for mostly all that I was looking for - Egyptian cotton & soy foam based natural futon mattresses at affordable prices with no petroleum or synthetic stuff in it & natural fire retardant so you can rest assured you are sleeping on something healthy!!Their selection is pretty good & they have mattresses to fit every budget.The showroom manager & service was pretty friendly & open to all queries.I am very happy I chose them for such an important purchase & would recommend them to all friends for the great combination of all you would want in a healthy mattress for your family!

Je
Review β„–27

Richard the sales person knows the information. You will get educated of how mattresses were made of. And you will see a lot of asian style furnitures The mattresses feels great to sleep on.

Ra
Review β„–28

Such a pleasant experience! My wife and I came near closing, but Desiree never rushed is and helped us to her utmost ability. Hands down the best customer service!

Je
Review β„–29

Very happy with the selection and pricing. Comfortable as a couch and infinitely better than an air mattress for guests!

An
Review β„–30

Terrible store! We paid more that $1000 for a wool-wrapped organic cotton futon mattress from The Futon Shop less than a year ago (Mar, 2018, invoice 1353873), and it is horribly dished (depressions of ~4-6 inches). Supposedly, this futon was a high-end product with an original price of $2000 and it was marked down to just $1000. The San Jose Store, where we purchased it, is ignoring our complaint. We suppose they think we got a discount and can expect terrible performance. By comparison, we have owned futon mattresses that were good for up to 8 years. This is disappointing and expensive! Avoid this store!

Ma
Review β„–31

Lots of colorful choices in futons, furniture and futon covers (lots of diff. price points, too.) Be prepared to negotiate.

Ch
Review β„–32

The staff at the Futon Shop were very patient and helpful. They educated us on the units and the pro and cons. We purchased a floor model and got a good deal from Jose and the manager. Very nice people!!!

Ti
Review β„–33

Richard is very very patient and helpful to explain all details and answer all my questions!

Ia
Review β„–34

I went into The Futon Shop and Robert helped me find the frame and mattress I was looking for. He was very patient and helpful during the process. He even helped get me same day delivery so that I wouldnt have to sleep on the floor in my new apartment. I love my futon so far. Thank you Robert and The Futon Shop.

G
Review β„–35

Burt did a great job of courteously and professionally describing the various furniture options, taking my order, and letting me know when my order arrived. Thank you.

Yu
Review β„–36

We visited the shop three times in between shopping around other furniture stores in the area. We loved the comfort of the natural sofa beds they have as well as the lineup of the unique sleeper sofas only available at this store/brand. The quality support seems superior and Sheng is very kind in assisting us with various questions. He extended the discount a little longer for us because we needed to come back with the exact measurement of the apartment we are moving into. Were looking forward to the delivery! Thank you Sheng!!

Ra
Review β„–37

We found the perfect futon with help from Miguel. Very friendly staff. Great selection of options. Our futon was ready earlier than we were told to expect it. Highly recommended!

Mi
Review β„–38

Quality is good- if you know what to look for. We bought 2 Serta Sofa Bed. Delivery is terrible. Two weeks delayed from the date that we agreed for the delivery to come.

Er
Review β„–39

Great customer service. Very knowledgeable about the different products. No pressure.

Do
Review β„–40

We have some guest coming into town. We needed a futon to accommodate our guests.Sales man showed us various options. Helped us select a good color combination.Ordered on Sunday pick up on Thursday.

He
Review β„–41

We were given tons of personal attention and expert information. Robert worked with us to find exactly what we needed and at the best price. Definitely would recommend the Futon Shop in San Jose.

Ma
Review β„–42

Great selections&futons &very knowledgeable customerr service.

Sa
Review β„–43

This review is not about the Futon shop itself. Its a review of one of its employees. I would rate her a zero star if I had the option. I received the worst customer service ever from Desiree tonight!!!!!! She needs to get some intense customer service training or get fired!!!!! She was very rude and patronizing!!! I am taking my business somewhere else. What happened to all the good employees who people praised about in the previous reviews, please bring them back!!!!

Di
Review β„–44

Liked the finish and designs at the shop. And very helpful staff. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for something easy and elegant.

Go
Review β„–45

Me and mi wife went to the futon shop of san Jose. looking for a sofa bed and thanks to the sales man name Miguel we end up buying two of them.we really recommended this place.excellent service and they carry what you look forthank you very much !!!!!!!!!!

Va
Review β„–46

Had a great experience at the San Jose Futon Shop on Alamden Expressway. Miguel helped us and was extremely knowledgeable and made the process very easy. I would definitely recommend this location for futon shopping!

Pa
Review β„–47

Excellent!! If I could give 15 Stars 🌟 I would.Friendly, knowledgeable, Very Helpful. He took his time, until I truly understood!!, what ment which, and most importantly WHY.If you are thinking of purchaseing a Futon, This is the place to go!

Wo
Review β„–48

Salesman, Miguel was very accommodating and very patient to answer all of our questions. We had a pleasant visit and walked out happy. I would come back in the future for my Futon needs.

Ga
Review β„–49

So far this place was pretty amazing. We went in to look around for a futon. And left happy. Sheng was there to help us. He was nice and polite and answered all the questions we had. Made us feel at home. Not to mention the pricing is fair and affordable. We are planning to return next week for a Japanese style mattress. I would certainly recommend this place and sheng Luu to family and friends.

Da
Review β„–50

Was closed and the hours on their phone and door were incorrect

Al
Review β„–51

Great service provided by the guys at the shop. Miguel got us a great deal on a great futon. Highly recommended.

K.
Review β„–52

Found exactly what I wanted. The sales person was extremely helpful and the price was good. I would shop here again.

Br
Review β„–53

My friend came here to purchase a futon and she loved the experiecence she had there. The service was great, the prices are very resonable and we were able to find a great futon the same day. The sales associate,Robert, was very nice and not pushy, he answered all her questions and had great advice. Invoice#1350152

Na
Review β„–54

Sheng was extremely helpful. We are very pleased with the inventory and information provided. A definite place to stop by for any bedding needs :).

Lo
Review β„–55

We needed an affordable Futon and found exactly what I needed at the Futon Shop San Jose. The Saleperson Sheng was very helpful explained the product all of the product details. He processed my transaction thoroughly and efficiently. Good Job!

An
Review β„–56

There were many styles to choose from. The salesman was both friendly and knowledgeable, all without being pushy.

Ro
Review β„–57

Went in to look for a futon for or sons man cave, we didnt want to spend a ton of cash, walked in and found the perfect model, and if we leave a review we get free pillows! EZ no hassle purchase, check them out.

Pr
Review β„–58

The Futon Shop is a MUST go-to place to shop modern and comfortably futons. Awesome quality!

Da
Review β„–59

My husband and I, had a great experience at the Futon Shop in San Jose. both Sheng and Desiree were both friendly and very helpful, making our buying experience enjoyable. Thank you Futon Shop.

Wi
Review β„–60

We had a really great experience at the Futon Shop in South San Jose (Almaden Expressway). I had done some research early on about the different types of Futons and how they operate, but it was much clearer and easier to see in the store the operation of the units as well as the different styles and feel for the mattresses.The staff was very friendly and helped us decide on the best mattress and frame for our specific needs. We ordered on a Sunday and by Thursday we had the unit, matress and pillows we ordered delivered and they were so fast in setup, that it only took 20 minutes from begginning to end. Very enthused and happy.Highly recommend!

Su
Review β„–61

Sheng Luu, the Futon Shop representative, was very friendly and helped us in choosing the items that we were looking for our home. He answered and cleared all our doubts and were very satisfied with our purchase. We are giving the highest rating based on our experience.

Ol
Review β„–62

Excellent customer service. Good quality mattresses at a great price. Lots of styles to choose from. The employee Sheng was very helpfull and attentative in helping me decide. Kids loved the mattresses and pillow tops purchased. Will be shopping here again.

Mi
Review β„–63

The experience was great for my aunt and I. Sheng was very knowledgeable and wasnt pushy with the mattresses. Will come back here first when it is time again to purchase a new futon.

Li
Review β„–64

Amazed at the great customer service provided by Sheng! I needed a new bed since mine just went in the dumpster due to mold from my drafty room. I had no idea what I was doing or what I was looking for. I just knew I had to get one that I could sleep in and also use to sit and play hours upon hours of video games. Sheng was very patient with me- showing me all the different options, giving suggestions, etc. I asked a lot of questions and he knew all the answers. He was very professional and very personable. He gave me an estimate for 3 weeks in order to get my new futon and it arrived in less than a week! Definitely would recommend going to see Sheng!

Ke
Review β„–65

Easy, fast, and painless! Sales associate provided lots of information regarding the different types of futons...

Er
Review β„–66

We have been thinking about getting a futon couch for accommodating guest from out of town. I was not sure what the cost would be as I have never gotten one. When we went to the store Sheng was with another customer but greeted us and asked us what we were looking for. When I saw the price tag I was surprised to see the prices as I they were more expensive than I thought they would be. However, it was Memorial Day weekend and they had very good sales. The organic mattresses looked attractive but they were quite expensive so we went with the standard one.There are less expensive futon beds out there but the frames are flimsy and the mattresses are not as comfortable. The whole idea of us getting a futon bed is that when guests come over they dont have to sleep on a blow up bed and be comfortable. You get what you pay for.The wooden frame looks very sturdy and easy to pull out. We had three different choices on color for the frame and we got the black walnut. All of their mattresses and covers are made to order (in SF) so keep in mind there could be 2 to 3 week lead time. It is quite impressive the different fabrics and color you get to choose from for the cover.We got the standard mattress type and the medium level collection. Sheng helped us pick the right mattress based on the usage. Since they make their own mattresses if your mattress goes bad you can replace it. They do have a 7-year limited warranty though. Or if you want to change the color of the cover you can always purchase a new one.We had picked a very light cream color but Sheng was kind enough to suggest a darker tint and we got the khaki.He also mentioned that we should get the rubber pad as you will need it to stop the mattress from slipping. He was very honest with us and said that we can get it for cheaper at Walmart next door as all you have to do is cut it to size. We appreciated the fact that he was straightforward with us but for the price difference, time and effort, it just made sense to get it from them.The delivery is $70 and only $40 for assembly. We got a queen size futon bed for $1158 including delivery and assembly. Since they have the bed frame in stock, we are getting the futon bed in less than a week. I highly recommend shopping at the Futon Shop if you are looking for quality futon beds.

da
Review β„–67

We got our futon here after looking around at other places.Desiree was very helpful, and made it easy for us to make up our mindsafter she explained different products and prices.

Ph
Review β„–68

Robert was very patient and helpful while I chose the right futon for me, unlike salesmen at other stores, who would just try to squeeze the most money out of me. Shop here for futons!

Sa
Review β„–69

Great products and lots of offerings. Sheng is very knowledgeable and helpful!

Ar
Review β„–70

We just purchased a great looking Futon, Miguel was not only very helpful and knowledgeable, he provided the best customer service. We will definitely recommend your store.

Al
Review β„–71

Very good customer service, good price

Sh
Review β„–72

Knowdgeable staff and great selection!

Re
Review β„–73

Excellent customer service by Burt

Ne
Review β„–74

Excellent customer service.

MN
Review β„–75

Best futon shop ever.

Jo
Review β„–76

I am moving into a new apartment, and Miguel, the sales person, helped me with any inquiries I had. He was also very friendly and professional. In addition, he showed me pictures of some furnitures that were not in the store, so I ended up buying the sofa bed sleepers, and the matrix convertible chair that matches the sofa with a very good deal.

St
Review β„–77

Excellent selection of futons!!

Ma
Review β„–78

I have no opinion.

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  • Address:5021 Almaden Expy, San Jose, CA 95118, United States
  • Site:https://thefutonshop.com/the-futon-shop-san-jose/
  • Phone:+1 408-978-5696
Categories
  • Amish furniture store
  • Futon store
  • Bedroom furniture store
  • Furniture manufacturer
  • Furniture store
  • Mattress store
  • Outdoor furniture store
  • Sofa store
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:10AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:11AM–5PM
  • Sunday:10AM–6PM
Service options
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
  • Same-day delivery:Yes
Highlights
  • Women-Led:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Assembly service:Yes
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Checks:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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