Very cute futon. It sits quite low and far back ( I am 5'2, 130lbs) when I sit back my feet dangle which makes it very uncomfortable. I can imagine a sore back after sitting to long. Just tested my first night on it, worst futon ever. You can't move much because it feels like the futon wants to close back up. My 8 year old daughter seems to enjoy it thankfully. She will use it until I replace it. I recommend a solid base with a thicker matress.