Mattress Guides

How do I maintain a waterbed? Maintain a waterbed by adding conditioner every 6 months, checking heater function, and replacing the water once per 5-7 ...

Should you use a waterbed on the second floor? We discuss waterbed weights, weight-bearing capabilities of old and new buildings, and alternative bed ideas.

We discuss waterbeds popularity, the reasons for their decline, different types of waterbeds, waterbed related deaths, and liability insurance.

Is a waterbed good for your back? We discuss the pros and cons and provide medical literature that supports the claims that waterbed companies make.

We share tips for waterbed temperature control including using a heater, adjusting room temperature, insulating your waterbed, and improving the comfort of your waterbed for optimal rejuvenating sleep.

We discuss waterbed removal services, what they are, how you can find them using directories and social media. We also look at how waterbeds are moved and disposed of.

We provide a complete guide to waterbed costs by exploring sizes, special design features, liability insurance and bedding costs.

We provide step-by-step instructions for draining a waterbed using 4 different methods - using a hose, an electric water pump, a drain kit, and a shop-vac.

We compare an orthopedic mattress vs. latex mattress and discuss mattress materials, comfort levels, pros and cons, and how to choose the right one.

We outline how to choose an orthopedic mattress for an adjustable bed by analyzing different features and looking at different manufacturers.

We help you lift an air bed off the floor with 10 methods such as air mattress risers, box springs, carpets, rubber pads and more. We also include tips/tricks.

How long do air beds last? We look at lifespan, choices, use, and proper care of air beds. We also look at materials to choose from, budget considerations, and higher weight limits for more durability.