In this day and age, personal well-being is getting more and more attention. Adjustable bed bases are more essential than ever. If you have landed on this site, you obviously want to enjoy a good night’s sleep and a comfortable sleeping environment. At least, that’s what we assume. But why specifically should you consider investing in an electric bed base? With this blog, we would like to provide an insight into why this may be a wise choice.
Improved sleep quality and comfort
An electric bed base allows you to adjust your sleeping position. Whether you suffer from back pain, leg swelling or a stuffy nose from a cold, small adjustments to the position of your bed can make a world of difference to your comfort and sleep quality.
By definition, an adjustable bed is also a flat bed. You decide why, when and how long you want to adjust a bed. At the touch of a remote control button – wireless or otherwise – your bed is adjusted.
How do you use an electric bed base?
Use your adjusters daily! Worked hard in the garden? Been in the car for a long time? No two days are the same. Adjust the ergonomic position of your bed every day according to the degree of relaxation. With the remote control, you easily set your own preferences. Some models even have suggested reclining positions programmed into the software.
When you have an electric bed base, it is not only useful during sleep. Simple chores like cleaning under the bed are suddenly much easier. In addition, the ability to adjust the bed to different heights can be helpful for people who need home care.
A bed is also a place to relax after a long day. With an electric bed base, you can raise the headboard to read comfortably, watch TV or enjoy breakfast in bed. Some models even offer additional options such as massage functions for ultimate relaxation.
Why sleep with feet up?
When you position the heels of your feet approximately at the level of your heart, better blood circulation is created. Your blood pressure drops, which also makes it easier to fall asleep.
You also often experience a pleasant relaxation in your lower back when your bed base and mattress are set slightly higher at the foot end. Especially if you sit a lot or experience frequent back strain, this is pretty much indispensable.
Experience for yourself what suits you that day and don’t set the bed base too high either. Because then you run the risk that when you end up in the side position, you just start having pain in your lower back.
When do you adjust the back section of a bed base?
When you are less mobile, an electric bed base can make your life a lot easier. An adjustable bed makes getting in and out easier. By moving your bottom to a sitting position, you put less strain on your back when lying down or standing up.
Do you suffer from a stuffy nose or does your breathing sometimes become difficult while you sleep? Then adjust the (head and) back section slightly higher.
And finally, there are a lot of people who, unfortunately, suffer from reflux. Your stomach contents then flow back into your esophagus, causing a burning and highly unpleasant sensation that wakes you up. It is common in infants, but it can also affect adults. By setting the back section slightly higher, you avoid reflux.
What to look out for when buying an electric bed base?
It is important to consider your own needs, preferences and budget when choosing an electric bed base or box spring.
It is very helpful to try out different models in the store and get advice from sleep experts to make the best choice for your specific situation.
Standard adjustable bed bases are offered with 2 motors. Increasingly, these are linear motors. This technique is less susceptible to service, more powerful and stronger. Its price is getting closer and closer to that of dual motors, which are now commonly used.
In the latter, the motor is latched onto a moving arm. Load at the foot end creates a lever that dislocates the motor and therefore the bed. In linear motors, the rotational motion in motors is converted into a linear or straight push/pull motion. That makes them stronger.
What does an electric bed base or box spring cost?
Costs vary depending on the brand, features and quality of the product. Although electric bed bases and box springs are generally more expensive than comparable flat or non-adjustable beds, the price difference is often no longer huge.
So what determines the price?
| Number of engines: | Usually 2 for back and feet, but there are models that can also control neck support and knee bend separately. |
| Adjustment force: | The adjusting force of a slatted base is often less than that of a heavy box spring. Do keep in mind your body weight. |
| Remote control: | A wireless remote control (RadioFrequency, InfraRed or Bluetooth) usually costs a little extra. Like memory functions or lighting. |
| Quality: | A model developed and built in Europe often costs more than a mass-produced product from the Far East. |
| Extras: | Massage features, automatic Zero G posture or memory functions make a bottom more expensive. |
An electrically adjustable bed base: Conclusion
An electric bed base or box spring can be a worthwhile investment for people who are looking for a better quality of sleep and who especially want more comfort and convenience in their daily lives.
With the ability to very easily adjust sleep position and enjoy additional features, these products offer a luxurious sleep experience worth considering.
There are huge ergonomic gains to be made when adjusting a bed base. For me, that is the greatest strength of these bed bases.
