After more than a year, this futon mattress is still in pretty good shape. Firm, supportive. The 'tuftings' are sturdy plastic 'connectors' that go through from one side of the mattress to the other.  Unfortunately, the cover fabric wasn't as sturdy as the plastic connector and several of the connectors ripped through the cover fabric (while remaining through the mattress).  Minor inconvenience and it is only obvious when the mattress is in couch mode.  Pleased with this purchase.