It didn't used to be that you could purchase a new mattress one year and decide to add an adjustable bed underneath it the next. That is, without concerns about mattress compatibility and longevity to filter through. Still, society has continued to evolve with many new smart home goods products.
Today, cutting-edge technology is more standard within our homes, and we've become familiar with upgraded adjustable beds as more than just a moving hospital-style bed. With the endless discovery of health perks and advantages to sleeping more comfortably, an adjustable bed is well on the way to becoming a conventional and innovative piece of bedroom furniture suitable for people of all ages.
It's true! Adjustable beds are becoming so helpful in improving your comfort and sleep health that they are gaining vast popularity amongst people of all generations- raising the all too prevalent question: Does using an adjustable base ruin your mattress?
The most straightforward answer is- using an adjustable base does not ruin a mattress- just make sure to choose a compatible one. An adjustable bed upgrade combined with a comfy mattress can be especially valuable to older adults with mobility difficulties, those with chronic back pain, or other conditions that can disrupt healthy sleep quality.
Early Adjustable Bed Systems
In the past, mattresses were not universally compatible with adjustable beds, as they are on their way to becoming today. Instead, specific companies within the furniture and mattress industry developed sleep systems. These complete systems contain a mattress and an adjustable bed frame, advertised and purchased together to ensure product satisfaction and seamless compatibility.
Still, many who begin the research and shopping phase for an adjustable bed often become hesitant about using one, dreading the possibility of the mattress becoming ruined from lifting and lowering into initially unfamiliar positions.
Not to worry—you'll become acquainted with the convenience of effortless ergonomic positioning made easy by your adjustable bed in no time! Make sure to get an "adjustable bed-friendly" mattress. Then, there's no need to stress about the mattress wearing out too fast with your adjustable base.
Mattress Compatibility With Adjustable Bases
It used to be that most mattresses were not compatible with an adjustable bed simply because they were not appropriately designed to withstand bending, lifting, and lowering by the base. Indeed, flexibility is a significant factor surrounding mattress durability- and is necessary to work well with an adjustable bed.
Mattress Types Ideal for an Adjustable Base
Many mattress types are available at your fingertips in today's modern world- from innerspring to memory foam and pillow tops. Nevertheless, select styles introduce a more pliable mattress design that is flexible and durable enough to withstand the movements of an adjustable bed with ease.
Many of us are familiar with foam and memory foam mattresses, which are widely popular today. Quality foams, such as gel and memory foam, are known for being flexible and durable enough to withstand the flexing and bending of adjustable bases. But one of the most influential advantages of foam mattresses is the absence of coils and the bounce that comes with them!
With an all-foam mattress, you can say so-long to sleep disruptions caused by a partner moving during the night. Unlike innerspring mattresses, memory foam mattresses provide a motionless, bounce-free sleeping surface. They are particularly beneficial for couples or multiple sleepers in one bed, as they help minimize disturbances throughout the night, leading to deeper and better quality sleep.
Hybrid
What if we told you that the next Hybrid revolution wasn't a fancy new car or kitchen appliances, but a mattress?! Hybrid mattress styles combine the best of both worlds- foam and springs. A Hybrid mattress utilizes an innerspring support system topped by a significant portion of foam, memory foam, or other comforting material like latex or gel.
So, why do we say a hybrid mattress offers the best of both worlds? Many people prefer the support, resilience, and durability springs provide. While others find they sleep better with the cradling comfort, pressure relief, and motion-absorbing qualities of memory foam.
As the demand for improved innerspring mattresses grew, the hybrid mattress was created—collaborating equal parts pressure relieving material alongside the classic support of upgraded and independently pocketed springs- these springs aren't tied together like original coil springs, making them perfect for flexing and bending.
Did we mention that hybrids are among the best mattresses for adjustable beds? They offer both long-lasting comfort and support for just about any body type. That said, don't hesitate to try one, like the Bed Tech Copper Luxe Hybrid, as a flexible, durable, and comfortable mattress option for your adjustable bed!
Potential Effects of Using an Adjustable Base
As with any product available today, specific pros and cons exist. With an adjustable bed, there is a superabundance of easily conceivable advantages, with a few potential but unlikely downsides to consider. Here, the Bed Tech sleep experts help recognize the pros and cons of using an adjustable base with your mattress.
Upgrading your mattress foundation to an adjustable base has many positive outlooks to comfort, support, and better sleep quality. Suppose a good night's sleep is what you're ultimately after. In that case, you can look forward to gaining these benefits by using an adjustable base:
- Muscle relaxation
- Pressure Point Relief
- Better circulation
- Inflammation Relief
- Improved support to the spine and lower back
- Lessened symptoms of sleep apnea, acid reflux, and other disorders
Undeniably, an adjustable base allows you to change positions and promote spine and lumbar support while helping to relieve pressure on the hips by raising the foot of the base. You can choose something more positionally comfortable for your body- all made effortlessly possible by pressing a couple of buttons on your adjustable base remote!
Downsides To Using an Adjustable Base With Your Old Mattress
Considering an adjustable base while keeping your old mattress sound familiar? Over time, you might begin to uncover areas of wear and tear that you didn't notice before when using your existing mattress with a new adjustable base.
Over time, the new base with the old mattress may not provide the support and comfort you need. It's important to consider the age and state of your mattress to fully enjoy the benefits of your adjustable base.
Wear and Tear or Stretching of Materials
Especially with aging mattresses, particularly those over 10 years old, they may not be suited for the movements performed by an adjustable base. Many older mattress designs utilize taut or non-stretch fabrics and materials, which can lead to quicker wear or deterioration when the mattress is frequently raised and lowered by the adjustable bed.
Structural Damage of the Incompatible Mattress Overtime
Did you arrange to use your old or existing mattress for your new adjustable base? We hate to break the news, but you've essentially decided to "roll the dice" on your potential to maximize comfort and support with the perks of the adjustable bed.
Many existing mattresses are aging hand-me-downs; they often contain a wire-tied coil system, much too rigid and inflexible to use with an adjustable base. Original mattress designs like these can go flat on the base; regardless, they won't perform the same after being lifted up and down.
Today, mattresses are still produced with the original innerspring wire-tied design. They are typically found within old, starter-level, or middle-of-the-road quality mattresses. Many coil spring mattresses aren't "adjustable bed friendly." They often contain a border wire surrounding the mattress's perimeter to boost support while you sit on the edge.
Unfortunately, this wire-tied innerspring design, like a continuous, offset, or Bonnell coil system, is too rigid to flex with the movement of the base and then lay fully flat again. Deeming these coil systems incompatible and not recommended with an adjustable bed.
Effects of Using Your Old Mattress
Suppose you still want to use an old or existing mattress with an adjustable base. In that case, you can expect a decline in your mattress's comfort from wear and tear on the inflexible materials or innerspring system. You can also expect an unsatisfied feeling from an unsuitable innerspring system, where you feel discomfort from an imbalance of unsupported body weight. Though these are all aspects you may not see at first with your sheets and bedding on, you will more than likely begin to feel a difference over time, especially with two or more sleepers on the bed.
Our sleep expert advice stands strong: to maximize your satisfaction with your adjustable bed, make sure to choose a mattress that is "adjustable bed friendly." Typically, these mattress designs embody an independent coil support system, also called a wrapped, encased, or pocketed coil. Choosing a mattress with an independent coil, also designated a Marshall coil, that you sense "fits your body," optimizing comfort and support that feels tailor-made for you!
Bed Tech adjustable bed sleep systems include products designed to ease many compatibility hesitations. For instance, which mattresses work best with an adjustable base? Many of us aren't sleep geeks or mattress nerds. Still, while doing business with Bed Tech, we assure you that you are in good hands with our professional and positive company culture, customer-first focus, and enthusiastic mattress industry experience!
Bed Tech has your back; there is simply no need to suppose or speculate about the details! For the best compatibility choice, reach for a Hybrid or foam mattress, like the Bed Tech Gel Max, to complement any adjustable base perfectly. Even more certainly, all Bed Tech mattresses are compatible with any Bed Tech adjustable bed!
The sleep experts at Bed Tech believe that everyone deserves a great night's sleep, which is why our adjustable bed sleep systems are designed with your convenience in mind. We know that figuring out which type of mattress pairs perfectly with an adjustable base can become trickier than you originally pictured. But don’t worry—what seems like a jumble of options is actually a well-thought-out system with Bed Tech!
Our team of sleep experts can help guide you through the process, making it easy to find the ideal combination for pain relief, comfort, and enjoyment while maintaining flawless compatibility and dependability for all. At our online shop, you can browse and discover the charm of a customized sleep solution, all made possible by "adjustable friendly" mattresses and adjustable beds by Bed Tech!