18 Furniture Items We All Had Had That Were Designed to Injure You

While the futon is the traditional college couch, it’s not the questionable stains that pose a risk. Futons tend to be flammable and uncomfortable, causing back issues when slept on regularly. Some futons even emit formaldehyde, a gas that causes nausea, rashes, and respiratory issues until evaporation is completed. Other futons present entrapment hazards because of the way they fold, which is riskiest for young kids.