Uninished Wood Futons are usually unfinished pine futons, but they can be hardwood as well. Pine wood futons are generally not as substantial as the hardwood futons, but they also tend to cost less. Once upon a time, the price difference between and unfinished futon and one with a finish was pretty vast. Now however, unfinished futon frames are marginally cheaper. The chief advantage of purchasing an unifinshed futon is that you can finish or paint them yourself. This means you can try to match more exactly the furniture you currently own.