How to Select the Best Waterbed Mattress

The best waterbed mattress for you depends largely on your sleeping habits and needs. Just like conventional mattresses, waterbed mattresses come in a variety of firmness levels and sizes. You can also regulate the water temperature in the mattress, making it cozy during cold winter months or a bit cooler in summer. Waterbeds help contribute to a good night's sleep by eliminating pressure points. Since water naturally conforms to your body shape, your waterbed mattress will contribute towards better circulation. Follow these tips when selecting a waterbed mattress.

Instructions

Selecting a Waterbed Mattress

1. Take a moment to think about how you sleep. If either you or your partner is a restless sleeper who often tosses and turns, you will need a firm mattress. To enjoy a steady mattress with just a small amount of "give," avoid free fill mattresses that only have one main water compartment. Instead, look for a waterbed mattress with coils or a fiber fill. These have separate compartments that hold the water. Choose your desired firmness by choosing a higher coil count or fiber fill.

2. If you have back problems, or are simply looking for extra lumbar support, look for a fiber fill, or baffled, mattress. These are divided into separate layers piled on top of each other. Ask the salesperson about the difference in fiber counts in order to get the firmest mattress available.

3. On the other hand, a free flow waterbed mattress may be ideal for you if you like being rocked to sleep. Free flow waterbed mattresses have a main water storage area without divisions. There are some drawbacks to a free flow mattress. Different sized sleeping partners will notice that the heavier person may be able to feel the frame below. The lighter person will be buoyed up, which may be uncomfortable. Any movement you make will cause rocking waves, which may disturb your rest. Free flow waterbed mattresses may be a good option for you if you sleep alone.

4. When shopping for a waterbed mattress, compare how many years' guarantee the manufacturer offers. Make sure you buy the highest quality you can afford. Details like reinforcement or systems that secure the waterbed mattress are indicators of better quality. Be sure to use a protective cover to help avoid punctures and leaks.

Tips & Warnings

• Choose a waterbed frame and mattress that matches your size for optimum comfort. There are larger sizes available, such as King or California King, if you are tall or large. Maybe you just want plenty of sleeping space!

• If you live in an apartment building, be sure to check the lease regulations to be sure that you are allowed to have a water bed.

References

• Waterbed101.com
• The Mattress Lady
• The Waterbed Doctor