WATER BED MATTRESS BUYER`S GUIDE
What is a Water Bed?
A waterbed refers to a vinyl mattress filled with water instead of springs or foam for support. In the 1980s, users filled the bed using a garden hose at the peak of their popularity. The water beds in the market today have tubes called bladders that make the filling process more manageable. Additionally, some water beds in the market today can support themselves without using a separate frame, and others can regulate the water temperature to suit the user’s needs. Water beds have progressed from hard-side water beds to soft-side water beds with a wide range of foam on top of the water chambers.
Water Beds
13” Mirage Soft Side Water Bed Mattress
Sizes: Many
Type of Water Bed: Soft Side
Highlights
- Rotatable Layer Natural Latex/Memory Cell
- 7 Different Fluid Support Chamber Options
- Tube Fluid Support Option
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY
The Innomax Mirage Soft side water bed is the tallest bed by Innomax. Besides the soft side fluids in the support chambers, the bed also has a rotatable memory cell and natural latex layer. Users can unzip the cover and rotate the top layer to suit their needs. The bottom layer has the water chamber that the user picks.
Noticeable Features and Comparison
- Flippable Top Layer: The top layer has one side of latex and the other side of memory foam, which can be flipped.
- Variety of Fluid Chamber Options: The user can pick among 100 series, 200 series, 700 series, 1000 series, 1000 dual series, Free Flow Cylinder tunes, and wave less cylinder tubes.
12” Spectrum Soft Side Water Bed Mattress
Sizes: Many
Type of Water Bed: Soft Side
Highlights
- Latex Infused with Copper Comfort Layer
- 7 Different Fluid Support Chamber Options
- Tube Fluid Support Option
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY
The Innomax Spectrum soft-side water bed has a comfort layer made up of latex infused with copper. The top layer is latex mixed with copper, which is known to help blood circulation and reduce joint inflammation. The bottom of the mattress has water-air chambers with a wide variety of options for fluid support.
Noticeable Features and Comparison
- Latex & Copper Comfort Layer: The top layer is made of latex infused with copper to help reduce joint inflammation and increase blood circulation.
- Wide Variety of Fluid Chamber Options: 100 series, 200 series, 1000 series, 1000 dual series, Free Flow Cylinder tubes, and wave less cylinder tubes.
9.5” Gemini Soft Side Water Bed Mattress
Sizes: Many
Type of Water Bed: Soft Side
Highlights
- Rotatable Natural Latex & Memory Cell Foam
- 7 Different Fluid Support Chamber Options
- Tube Fluid Support Option
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY
The Gemini soft side water bead by Innomax has a rotatable top layer. The top layer is natural latex on one side and memory cell foam on the other. The user can unzip the cover, and the top layer flipped out to suit one’s tastes. The bottom of the mattress is a water bed chamber which comes with different fluid support chamber options.
Notable Features and Comparison
- Rotatable Top Layer: The top layer can be rotated between one side of latex and the other side of memory foam.
- Variety of Fluid Chamber Options: The options include 100 series, 200 series, 700 series, 1000 series, 1000 dual series, flow cylinder tubes, and wave less cylinder tubes.
Water Bed Frames
Sizes: Many
Highlights
- Many Different Styles
WHY YOU SHOULD BUY
Most water bed mattresses need to be inside water bed frames. Innomax makes different types of waterbed frames in different sizes and styles. Many frames have storage underneath the water bed, and other styles have storage or shelves close to the headboard. All in all, there is a wide variety to choose from.
Types of Water Beds
While there are many sizes and brands of waterbeds, they can be divided into two main types: Soft side and hard side.
- Soft Side Waterbeds: This waterbed holds its shame using foam bolsters. In other words, the bed has foam surrounding it on all sides then the form is covered in a fabric casing. Most soft-side water beds have padded tops. All these sit in an upholstered box. Soft-side water beds allow you to use regular-sized linens and sheets, making bed shopping easy. The mattresses also fit standard bed frames, bedding, and mattress foundations.
- Hard Side Waterbeds: With a hard side water bed, there is no real top layer or foam. This means that the person is close to the water chambers and can feel the movement of the water more than a soft side waterbed. That is why the bed is called a hard side water bed.
Heaters That Come With Water Beds
The heater that comes with the Innomaz comfort craft series is a touch-temp low-watt heater. The heater allows the user to control the bed’s temperature from cool to warm. A water bed heater is very important for those who want to buy a waterbed. Additionally, beds with dual chambers such as king, California king, and queen sizes allow each person to have their own temperature on the bed.
Why Should Buy a Waterbed?
Waterbeds distribute body weight, relieving pressure points and reducing spine and back pain. Heated water beds provide a form of heat therapy that eases tender muscles and reduces inflammation. Additionally, they are cozy to sleep in during winter. Waterbeds are suitable for paralyzed and bedridden people because they do not cause bedsores. In the 60s, hospital mattresses were usually waterbeds. Waterbeds are easier to clean than mattresses with soft covers. All the user has to do is wipe them down with vinyl cleaner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are waterbeds still around?
Yes. There are new and improved waterbeds in the market today. The original waterbed was hard side, and it came with a whole sleuth of problems, but waterbeds now are soft side and provide more comfort and different top layers of hardness.
Are there different types of waterbeds?
Yes. There are two types of waterbeds: soft sides and hard sides. Soft sides are the newer, more durable versions replacing hard side waterbeds.
Are there water bed frames available?
Yes, some companies still make waterbed frames that are strong enough to hold the sleeper and the waterbed mattress.
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