Special Needs

Queen Mattress

Many people feel that the old standard double bed is simply too small for their needs, especially if sharing with a partner. While purchasing a king sized bed may be an option for some, not everyone has the space to accommodate one. Queen sized beds are rapidly becoming the standard size of choice for many … Read Article

Pro and Con of Electric Heated Mattress Pads

There is more than one pro and con of electric heated mattress pads. While the pros outweigh the cons for most consumers, the cons can be a big deal for people not liking EMF issues. Electric mattress pads are energy conserving because you can keep the bedroom cooler while staying at the same time warm. And for people who sleep cold in general, this is a great way to stay comfortable.

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Powered Air Mattress

Powered air mattresses make set up and use easier than ever before. If your guest bed is an air mattress, having one that self-inflates takes one task from you when you are getting their room ready for them. My powered air mattress also has a metal frame so my guests aren’t sleeping on the floor, and it opens up as the mattress inflates. No more huffing and puffing to inflate the mattress, or attaching the pump or vacuum to inflate your air mattress. If it’s an every night bed, a powered air mattress lets you adjust the firmness with essentially no effort, to get a good night’s sleep.

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Platform Bed Mattress

A platform bed mattress is merely a mattress you place on a platform, rather than box springs. The platform provides a different kind of support than springs do, so make sure it gives you the feel you want. The mattress construction becomes more important in a platform bed arrangement, so shop carefully.

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Overlay Gel Mattress Pads

An alternative to a wool mattress pad is an overlay gel mattress pad. If you are extremely allergic to wool, avoiding a wool mattress pad may be good. The way to do that, when you have a bed-ridden patient is with overlay gel mattress pads.

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Mattresses for The Overweight

Mattresses for the overweight take a bit more care in selecting than for the regular population. There is more stress taken by the mattress, so a mattress built to last and support the extra weight is important for the people using it. Talking to your doctor and to reputable bed dealers will guide you in your decision. This is one bed I wouldn’t buy without lying down on it first.

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Mattress for Sleeper Sofas

Is your sleeper sofa still in good shape but the mattress is shot? It’s time to shop for a mattress for sleeper sofas. Look for one that can fold without breaking over time, offers support, and is comfortable. Sleeper sofa mattresses are better and more comfortable than they were years ago, but shop carefully so you are satisfied.

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Mattress Sizes

Mattress sizes seem to get more numerous as time goes by. We no longer have the basic twin, full (or standard), queen and king mattresses to choose from. Knowing what’s available and what you have space for will help you narrow your decision. But there are styles that can impact the size you buy because they can be moved out of the way when not in use.

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Mattress Pad 2

To protect your mattress for any number of problems, including stains, dirt and allergens, and uncomfortable mattress construction, try a mattress pad. They are an inexpensive way to protect your mattress from “daily” use. They are really valuable for guest beds, be that bed at your home or in a lodging property, to keep the mattress clean for all guests.

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Mattress Genie

A Mattress Genie lets you flex your bed for health or relaxation purposes. There are times lying flat is uncomfortable and head elevation is necessary. And if you like to read in bed, this may be better than a bed chair to give your back the support you need for comfortable reading. A Mattress Genie is less expensive than a hospital bed, or other type of adjustable bed too.

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