A Guide to Waterbeds in Europe

Before buying a waterbed, one should be aware with the construction and various systems involved in the working of a waterbed. Charles Hall introduced first modern waterbed in 1968, which he invented in order to overcome his various physical ailments.

Even today, it is popular due to its curing health issues. Before buying one must know the complete usage, working, benefits, and precautions of a waterbed.

Classification of Waterbeds

Waterbeds are classified as hard-sided water beds and soft-sided waterbeds. These two types are differentiated on the basis of its construction and usage. A hard-sided waterbed has a water-containing mattress inside a rectangular frame of wood. It is a classic form of waterbed, which is difficult to move due to its rigid and inflexible framed sides. A soft-sided waterbed consists of a water-containing mattress inside of a rectangular frame of sturdy foam. This type of waterbed is more in use these days due to its easy mobility and conventional size.  

Motion Systems

There are four types of motion systems that are applied on the two types of waterbeds discussed above. This motion system helps in controlling the natural actions of the basic free-flowing waterbed and is also helpful in wave-reduction methods. The different motion systems include various quantities of water chambers, fiber batting, and air chambers. Various motion systems include –

* Free-Flow: There is no motion reduction in this type of mattress and it also does not contain any fibers such as wasserbett

* Semi-Waveless: This type of mattress gives 50% of motion reduction. It is stable when properly filled and includes wasserbetten

* Waveless: There is 75% of motion reduction in waveless. This type is extremely stable and is easy to move and transport.

* Ultra-Waveless: There is only 95-99% of motion reduction in this type of mattress and has little or no movement at all. It is very comfortable and takes the body shape of the person.

Dual Systems

There is always a possibility of inconvenience and a difference of opinion while sharing a bed by two persons. Dual systems, also known as dual bladder systems, gives the benefit of choosing sleeping preferences individually for both sides of the beds for a hard-sided or soft-sided waterbed. It supports individual preferences regarding heating, motion systems, and lumbar support system. A lumbar support system provides support in the mid and heavier regions of a body.

Choosing the Right Waterbed

Apart from understanding the above discussed features of waterbeds, one should also gain complete knowledge regarding the other features of waterbeds which include its heating system, sizing, fill levels of waterbeds, and waterbed component construction.

This may help you in choosing the right waterbed in accordance with your needs and requirements that would provide you the desired comfort.