Can I Use a Regular Mattress on a Waterbed

Water therapy has been around for centuries, but since 1980’s waterbeds became popular due to its comfort and soothing benefits. The first waterbeds were introduced in 1970’s which looked more like a large water balloon shaped roughly like a mattress. Waterbed mattresses had its drawbacks. Any movement could send waves undulating through the waterbed mattress. Some people found this motion soothing but others got seasick. Hence the need for a waveless waterbed mattress led to the technical improvements in waterbed technology. A waterbed is the only bed which supports every inch of your body because it conforms to the exact shape of your body as well as distributes support to your entire body. A common question that we often ask is ‘can I use a regular mattress on a waterbed?’

The answer is no. We cannot use a regular mattress on a waterbed because waterbed mattresses are water filled mattresses. A waterbed mattress will always have a gentler feel than a regular inner spring mattress. We should always look for a firm waterbed mattress as any mattress that is too soft will not give your body the support it needs.

Waterbed mattresses are of different types depending on the different styles of waterbeds.

Every individual has its own personal preference regarding physical comfort, support and relaxation. That’s why there are several types of waterbed mattresses available that have a varying degree of wave motion. The most popular types of waterbed mattresses are Fiber fill, free flow and Hydraulic.

Fiber filled waterbed mattresses are generally used by people having a problem of arthritis or back ailments. They provide a firm support to your body. The wave motion of the bed is controlled by these mattresses and thus provides a back support to your body throughout the night. Fiber filled waterbed mattresses also requires a high level of maintenance, as you have to constantly drain out any retained water.

Free flow waterbed mattresses have full water motion. These mattresses are without fill and thus create high level of waves. Some people find such mattresses soothing but other gets seasick because of such high motion. Without fill there is no body support and thus many people complain of stiff joints when they get up in the morning.

A Hydraulic waterbed mattress uses vinyl coils to reduce wave motion. Once filled with water these coils rise up to the surface, supporting every part of your body. You will sleep sounder because the wave movements will be less.

Waterbeds are also used for therapeutic use. Hospitals long ago discovered the therapeutic use of floatation sleep. Waterbeds also reduce the discomfort caused by back ailments and arthritis. It is also useful in treatment of burns, post operative care and preventing bed sores among patients unable to move easily.

Thus the answer to the question ‘can I use a regular mattress on a waterbed?’ is clear. Waterbed mattresses vary in size, shape and construction. It should be maintained properly so that the water in the mattress stays fresh and clear. The mattress should be properly filled with water so that it does not leak. It should be cleaned regularly with a vinyl cleaner. So unlike the conventional spring mattresses, if you maintain and care for your waterbed mattress you will not only enjoy its benefits and comfort but also enjoy the lifelong longevity of the waterbed mattress.

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