We are slowly planning to replace our old bed because it is no longer comfortable to sleep in. We have already read a lot about the advantages of waterbeds and box spring beds. We have looked at several options but are interested in hearing about personal experiences from owners of these types of beds.
The problem with trying out or buying new beds/mattresses is that you can experience back pain for the first 2-3 weeks when getting up, until you have adjusted.
We chose a box spring bed because our "old" mattresses and slatted bed bases were not very old but had already sagged relatively quickly, even though they were not cheap products. The alternative would have been to switch to a roll slatted bed base and a cheaper mattress and possibly replace them more often, or simply try something new and hope it lasts longer.
A waterbed was not an option for us because our bedroom is cold, and then we would end up heating the room with the waterbed heater. (Also, we were unsure whether the cats might eventually manage to puncture it.)
We chose a box spring bed because our "old" mattresses and slatted bed bases were not very old but had already sagged relatively quickly, even though they were not cheap products. The alternative would have been to switch to a roll slatted bed base and a cheaper mattress and possibly replace them more often, or simply try something new and hope it lasts longer.
A waterbed was not an option for us because our bedroom is cold, and then we would end up heating the room with the waterbed heater. (Also, we were unsure whether the cats might eventually manage to puncture it.)
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nordanney24 Oct 2014 15:54Koempy schrieb:
We are also looking for a box spring bed. But they are incredibly expensive. So far, we haven't found the one we wanted. Except for one, but that bed costs €3500 (about $3,800), which is just too expensive. For that price, you could also get a decent water bed. Water beds are not cheap either (at least if you don't want bargain basement quality).
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nordanney29 Oct 2014 07:37@vogelh13:
What kind of maintenance? Cleaning the inside of the mattress or wiping it with a care product four times a year, and adding a conditioner once a year?
For me, having a nearly mite-free bed is worth that "effort." If you’ve ever seen how much skin flakes and other debris accumulate, you’d probably be a bit grossed out by a regular mattress.
You’re right about the electricity costs, of course. However, the heating isn’t on continuously, so the costs remain manageable.
What kind of maintenance? Cleaning the inside of the mattress or wiping it with a care product four times a year, and adding a conditioner once a year?
For me, having a nearly mite-free bed is worth that "effort." If you’ve ever seen how much skin flakes and other debris accumulate, you’d probably be a bit grossed out by a regular mattress.
You’re right about the electricity costs, of course. However, the heating isn’t on continuously, so the costs remain manageable.
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BamBamBam31 Oct 2014 08:42Box spring bed! With that, you have more options and don’t have to be as "careful" with it.
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Bauexperte31 Oct 2014 10:44Hello nordanney,
We are also facing the decision of getting a new bed. I’m not sure if I could get used to the sensation of floating freely in a waterbed; on the other hand, my back would probably thank me. What I’m really curious about in advance: I have two little furballs, an old diva and a rather young creature with lots of mischief in its furred head. Could I consider getting a waterbed, or would you advise against it? I definitely won’t have my monsters’ claws removed or put caps on them.
Thanks and best regards, Bauexperte
nordanney schrieb:That’s why I don’t make the beds the way my mother did, but leave them open; I don’t want to create a cozy habitat for mites.
For me, having an almost mite-free bed is worth the "effort." If you’ve ever seen how much skin flakes and other debris accumulate, you’d feel a bit disgusted by a regular mattress
We are also facing the decision of getting a new bed. I’m not sure if I could get used to the sensation of floating freely in a waterbed; on the other hand, my back would probably thank me. What I’m really curious about in advance: I have two little furballs, an old diva and a rather young creature with lots of mischief in its furred head. Could I consider getting a waterbed, or would you advise against it? I definitely won’t have my monsters’ claws removed or put caps on them.
Thanks and best regards, Bauexperte