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So You Think A Waterbed Is For You?
Water Mattresses vs. Conventional MattressesThere are many considerations when deciding between purchasing a conventional mattress or a water mattress. Here is a point by point checklist of waterbed versus conventional bed characteristics to help aid you in your pursuit of comfort and happiness.
| WATER MATTRESSES | SPRING MATTRESSES | |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | With proper care and maintenance can last 10-15 years, and will NEVER sag | With proper care lasts up to 5-6 years, and begin sagging almost immediately with normal usage |
| Heating | Heating Systems cause tremendous therapeutic and sleep quality benefits (kept constant by thermostat control) | Only way to achieve similar heating is by heating blanket but heat is not evenly distributed and constant |
| Lumbar Support | Lumbar Systems can be added directly to the water containment chamber for added mid-region support | Also have lumbar support features in more expensive models |
| Comfort Control | By using a Dual Bladder or Tube System each side can be personalized to individual preferences; Motion Control, Firmness, Lumbar Support, Temperature | Feature side personalization but only between soft, semi-soft and firm |
| Mattress Sizing | Come in many different sizes: Hard-Sides – California King, California Queen and Super Single; Soft-Sides – Conventional sizing | Feature only conventional sizing |
| Maintenance | Require occasional wiping with approved vinyl cleaners (3-4 times yearly), as well as a water conditioner treatment every 6 months | Require no real maintenance except for turning/flipping when sagging becomes apparent |
| Linens and Furniture | Special sized furniture and/or linens are needed for Hard-Sided mattresses | Use only conventional linens and furniture |
| Maintenance Costs | Special kits that include cleaner and conditioner for maintenance will be necessary | No real maintenance costs |
| Heating Costs | $100-200/year to heat the mattress depending on the size and desired temperature settings | No heating costs |
| Insurance | Insurance may be required for possible water damage in some homes/apartments | No insurance ever required |
| Moving | Once filled, the bed becomes stationary until drained due to extreme weight; however, once drained, the bed is much easier to move than traditional mattresses | Never permanent, can always be moved, although always awkward and difficult |
| Sleep Effects | Aids Insomnia and other sleep disorders by eliminating pressure points and applying maintained heat; helps total relaxation | Actually add to pressure points (especially firmer beds) causing more tossing and turning, or disturbed sleep |
| Musculoskeletal Effects | Musculoskeletal conditions (backache/arthritis, etc.) aided by elimination of pressure points and application of heat by lowering blood pressure, improving circulation and relaxing joints and muscles | Again, cause pressure points and therefore cause more aches and pains |
| Bed Sores | Eliminates bed sores by eliminating pressure points and improving circulation with heat | A common cause of bed sores for the bedridden or immobile |
| Hygiene | Eliminates dust mites in and on the bed with non-porous vinyl mattress and washable coverings | Acts as a breeding ground for dust mites |
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