A common question from people looking to invest in an adjustable bed is, “do I need to invest in a special mattress?” Adjustable beds allow you to adjust the position of your upper and lower body to find the perfect sleeping position. This can improve your entire sleeping experience, allowing you to drift off to sleep more quickly and have a settled and restful night. But to get the most out of your adjustable bed, you must make sure you opt for a compatible mattress. While you may wish to save some money and reuse your existing mattress, this may not work. In this article, we find out more about adjustable beds and compatible mattresses.
What Is An Adjustable Bed?
As the name suggests, an adjustable bed allows you to change the position of your body by raising or lowering your head and legs. This flexibility can help improve the quality and quantity of your sleep and relieve the symptoms of various health conditions. Previously confined to the hospital ward or local nursing home, modern adjustable beds bring comfort and practicality right into the heart of the home. Adjustable beds are now available in various shapes, sizes, and styles, allowing you to find the perfect one to fit in with your existing bedroom decor.
Guide To Buying A Suitable Adjustable Bed Mattress
When researching your options for a new adjustable bed frame, don't forget to consider the features of a good mattress to go alongside it. You should think about the following:
Mattress Length and Thickness
Did you know that not all mattresses are the same length? While conventional beds are generally 6ft 3in, an adjustable bed is typically 6ft 6in long. So don't make the mistake of purchasing a new mattress that doesn't fit your bed frame. The extra inches allow the adjustable bed mattress to flex and bend into shape.
Likewise, you will want to consider your mattress's thickness to ensure that it is compatible with your adjustable frame. Your mattress should be thick enough to provide a comfortable sleeping experience but not too thick that it impairs the movement of the frame. The ideal thickness for an adjustable bed mattress is somewhere between 8 and 12 inches.
Flexibility and Durability
An adjustable bed mattress needs to be flexible enough to move with the adjustment of the bed frame without incurring any damage. Choose a robust and well-made mattress so that it can withstand the frequent movements that come with using an adjustable bed. If you invest a significant amount of money in a new adjustable bed frame and mattress, you will want to have the reassurance that it will last you for many years.
Mattress Material
When pairing it with an adjustable bed frame, the most popular mattress materials are memory foam, latex foam, or inner coil spring.
Memory foam mattresses provide a great deal of support and comfort to users. They can also flex easily, allowing them to adapt quickly to the contours of the adjustable bed frame. They are an excellent choice for those who suffer from painful musculoskeletal problems or those who prefer to sleep on a softer mattress. Despite their flexibility and softness, memory foam mattresses are surprisingly durable and an excellent investment. One of the downsides of memory foam mattresses is that they retain body heat, which can make them uncomfortable during periods of warm weather.
Latex foam mattresses offer similar benefits to memory foam mattresses but are firmer. If you prefer a firmer mattress, opt for one made from high-density foam.
Inner coil spring mattresses were the go-to option before memory, and latex foam mattresses were developed. They are still popular as a more cost-effective option for those on a tight budget.
Hybrid mattresses that use a combination of foam and springs are also generally compatible with adjustable bed frames. These mattresses offer the best of both worlds - combining the advantages of both foam and spring mattresses!
Think Carefully Before Using Your Existing Mattress
It is very tempting to reuse your current mattress, especially in today's climate, where we are all keen to save money and avoid unnecessary waste. Just be sure to check it out carefully before doing so. Using an incompatible mattress with your adjustable bed frame could lead to some costly damage and significantly shorten the lifespan of your mattress.
Some mattress types are incompatible with adjustable beds, including waterbed mattresses and many standard pocket sprung mattresses that use a wire or border rod.
How Can Flexispot Help?
With adjustable beds continuing to increase in popularity, now might be a smart time for you to invest in one. Particularly as Flexispot has recently launched their game-changing Adjustable Bed Base EB01. This adjustable bed frame offers customizable comfort, compatibility with existing bed frames, under-bed storage space, stability, a quiet motor, and the ability to accommodate individual sleeping preferences. So don’t delay; check it out today!
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