Here is a handy list of items that will help to remove the mystery of choosing the design, size and mattress etc.
(A) design of the waterbed? from traditional to modern, simple to Tall 4 posters, we have over 50 styles to choose from. Please "click" on Waterbed range above.
(B) size? Please see B below, and "Space required" featured with each bed. (C) stability of water in the mattress? see C below, and the helpful guide at the bottom of the page. (D) stain/colour/material? Please see D below. (E) drawers? Please see "Buying Guide" (link at top right) then Optional drawer bases. (F) temperature, Your choice (from to cool to sleep on, to nice to sleep on) and is always fully adjustable. see F below. (G) Hard or soft mattress Your choice, All types fully adjustable. see G below. (H) All INCLUSIVE Price, e.g. £835.00 the price on the price list is ALL you pay. When you want to order a complete waterbed Please telephone (01772 452462) with your order, and a small deposit secures your bed. If it is a replacement item or accessory you require you can order them straight from our site, or order by telephone.
(J) approximate delivery date. Please see Item J
Item B, We do 5 standard widths 36"(92cm), 48"(122cm), 54"(137cm), 60"(152cm), 72"(183cm). Available space in your room governs this, don't go to small but allow for a little clearance on each side. Please see the "Space required" feature on each bed. Item C, How do I choose a waterbed mattress? Putting it briefly, the water does the supporting and the fibre layers control the water movement. The total thickness of the fibre, means less water movement. They all offer superb and adjustable support which is controlled by the amount of water put in the mattress. Comparison of mattress types (Type 1,2,3,4 and 5) to each other. To help you fine tune your requirements, this guide (because there are no hard and fast rules, just your personal preferences) is based on 1000s of sales according to our customers preferences over the last 26+ years, and our knowledge as Waterbed specialists. Check below to see which would suit you.
Type 1 is ideal for children, single people and couples who do not mind the gentle water movement. Provides total and even support, optimum comfort, keeps the neck, shoulders, arms, back, hips and leg joints most flexible. Type 2 is ideal for single people and couples who want less movement than type 1, but still want some water movment. Provides total and even support, optimum comfort, keeps the joints flexible. Type 3 is made for couples who want a tactful balance between the 5 types of mattress, provides total and even support, optimum comfort, keeps the joints nicely flexible. Type 4 is ideal for couples who want slightly less water movement than type 3, but still require total and even support, optimum comfort, and still feels like a waterbed. Type 5 is ideal for couples who want virtually no movement at all, total and even support, and optimum comfort. Item D. Only the highest quality wood stains, paints, upholstery materials (to comply with BS5852 fire and safety test). The Dralon and Vinyl also conforms to BS5690 test (severe domestic upholstery use), All our pine is Kiln dried. See "Buying Guide" link top right, then Choice of Wood stains.
Item E Except for the Sterling, Spacebase, Mirabilis and the Parisienne divan surround, all our beds are available with drawers.
Item F Temperature, all our beds include a heater pad and thermostat controller, (CE approved) we set to a cosy setting, (in itself very therapeutic) and is easily adjustable anytime,
Item G Hardness and Softness:- Can you adjust your present bed? ALL the types of waterbed mattresses can be adjusted to suit at any time quickly and easily by the addition or removal of water, it is virtually impossible to purchase a waterbed that will not be hard or soft or comfortable enough. Compared to other mattresses, it will ALWAYS retain the superior support and comfort expected from a waterbed. Just tell us how you would like it! or you can adjust it yourself.
Item H A small deposit secures; by debit card, or credit card.
Item J For complete waterbeds Please telephone with your order, delivery requirements can vary. For all other items we can supply them from stock.
In relation to water mattress stability (see below), retailers use different terms that mean the same thing, e.g. under the Type 3 column, 6 layers of 1" fibre or 8x 2cm layers and 4 seconds movement are all the same type or class of water mattress. We have made it easier to choose by placing some popular sales terms into there respective types:-
Softside waterbeds
