How to Choose a Folding Rollaway Bed
A folding rollaway bed can be the perfect solution for unexpected guests or frequent visitors. Choosing the one that's right for you can sometimes be overwhelming. However, there are many things you can do to make this process a smoother for you and your family. Does this Spark an idea?
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Decide which type of bed suits your family's needs. One of the things you will need to consider is who you are buying the bed for. Do you plan to have a single person sleeping over or a couple? Does your guest have any particular health problems you should be aware of such as back problems or allergies? What space are you going to use this bed in? Where will it be stored when not in use? All of these things should factor into the type of bed you will buy. You want to purchase a bed that will fit all of your needs, be of good quality, and most of all, be a decent price.
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Now that you know what type of bed you want, you are ready to do your homework. Begin by looking at several furniture stores in your area so that you have an idea of the price ranges. Check as many of these store's webpages as possible as they may be running seasonal promotions or have internet-only specials. This will give you more leverage when talking with the salesperson at the store. Don't be afraid to ask for a better price based on a competitor's ad, or inquire whether or not opening a new line of credit will entitle you to a discount. Do not forget to ask about the store's return policy, warranty on the product, and whether or not they deliver.
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Test the bed you are planning to buy. Open and close the bed several times to make sure you can do this with ease. Sit on the end of the bed and bounce gently to get a feel of the bed. Make sure the bed supports your weight evenly. Lay across the mattress and see if it is comfortable. If you have to move around to get comfortable while you are in the store, it is probably not a bed that you or your guests will want to spend a full night sleeping on. Lift the mattress and check the springs to see if they are solidly constructed. Work the springs up and down with your hands to see if there is a reasonable amount of resistance without being extremely rigid.
Don't forget to look at the frame and the bed's casters. Roll the bed back and forth gently to see if it will be easy to move from one location to another. Make sure that it doesn't roll on its own without being pushed. -
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Once you have decided on the bed you like, take it home with you and unfold in the area you are going to use it. Leave it in this location for a day or so to see if it will work in that space. For example, you may notice that your new rollaway bed takes up more room than you originally planned. In that case, you may decide that your bed will be best located in another area. You will already have this established long before your overnight guests arrive, making their stay much more comfortable.
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Tips & Warnings
Try fitted sheets on your bed as soon as possible as sometimes rollaway beds are not standard size.
Be careful not to pinch your fingers in the hinges of your folding bed.
