A romance between craftsmanship and style, the Shanghai offers a distinctive look for that special room. Serving as the perfect sofa during the day, and the perfect bed at night, the Shanghai provides the ultimate in versatility and comfort! Available in multiple finishes...from the oriental mahogany and teak finishes to the more traditional medium oak finish, the Shanghai is truly a decorative addition. Built with 100% solid plantation grown Indonesian Oak, the Shanghai is made to last...providing years of uncompromising use. No plywood or veneers are used. The Shanghai has been carefully designed and manufactured by means of an environmentally friendly green process. For maximum beauty and protection, this frame is finished with a 7-step precision process for a durable finish and long-lasting beauty. The grid style seat and back decks, with their increased surface support, are the perfect platform for any futon mattress...evenly distributing ones weight to avoid the uncomfortable feeling the bars of the more common metal tubular ladder bars. The Shanghai is MTL tested, to ensure years of comfort, support, and durability. Love at First Sit....What creates the comfort of the sit is the combination of the futon mattress selection and frame geometry. The Shanghai meets the leisure furniture U.S. sitting including for optimal sitting comfort. Not all frames are created equal. If any of the dimensions are outside the standards, the sit will not be comfortable. When combined with the ability to adjust the futon mattress, you can end up with a sitting comfort that is perfect and particular to your personal preference. Enjoy the benefits of buying from the manufacturer...better product...better value!