The Waterbed Mattress Lets You Sleep On A Sea Of Comfort

If you haven't checked in a while, the waterbed mattress is much more than the 1970's fad that was loved by baby boomers. Over 3 decades have passed and they are still a great option for anyone looking for a comfortable mattress that won't drain you of your life's savings. No longer is the waterbed a giant water balloon as it once was. These beds are now mature sleep systems that can compete with the best of today's conventional mattresses.

If you tried one of these in the 70's, your experience was most likely not pleasant. Chances are you remember sloshing and bouncing all over the place. If you rolled over, your significant other may have been flung to the floor. This can still happen today, but only if you select a free flowing full motion mattress. This relic is rarely seen and consists of simply a large vinyl bad filled with water. Sure it provides a supportive and soft surface for sleeping, but it can be extremely difficult to maneuver on to or out of.

If seasickness isn't your thing but increased support is, look into a semi-motionless mattress. Inside this mattress are layers of foam and baffles that ace as buffers against the waves. The more layers, the greater the support and the less motion. These waterbed mattresses are more expensive than the free flowing ones, but they are still less expensive than a typical box spring and mattress system.

Of course housing these sack like mattresses presents a problem. A hard sided frame is needed. Generally this frame is made of wood. A good one will be padded around the edges for added comfort. But this simple box shape may not fit in with your decor, and the hard edges make decorating a challenge. You also may find it difficult to find linens that will fit the unusual demands of this type of bed.

Of course waterbed manufacturers became aware of these problems and they have developed a soft sided waterbed mattress. This mattress fits into a standard bed frame while looking like a bed from the outside. It is available in all the familiar sized and dimensions that you are used to seeing.

The soft sided waterbed has components similar to the deluxe air beds that are now available. You'll find a wall of foam, firm but not rigid, around the edge of the mattress. The support system inside is made of water tubes or large water chambers. The tubes reduce the motion to where you can't even tell you are sleeping on a waterbed. The water chamber system on the other hand allows for a more traditional waterbed feel.

On top of the water chamber you'll find the same type of batting and foam used on a traditional mattress. You can even get the ultimate in comfort with a memory foam layer on top. All these options make a soft sided waterbed an ideal alternative to an innerspring mattress.

You really can float and dream in comfort as you sleep. pick a soft sided, full motion or waveless mattress and not only will you rest easy and in comfort, you'll also be taking care of the health of your back.