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Basic Difference Between Memory Foam Mattresses and Latex Foam Mattresses
Memory foam mattress and latex foam mattress have equally contributed to quality sleep and comfort and both are beneficial. It may be the personal choice of people which one they prefer. Here, we will discuss both mattresses one by one.
Memory foam mattress can really be of great relief for those who are suffering from backache and chronic fatigue. Patients of chronic fatigue are simply written off as slothful and hypochondriacs. It has been proved that chronic lack of energy includes short-term memory loss, sore throat, impairment of concentration and non-refreshing sleep and so on. Thus, memory foam mattress can play a significant role to cure chronic fatigue syndrome.
According to experts, it has been proved that having a sound, profound sleep at night will allow the person to remain energetic and free from fatigue and laziness. People will remain calm and composed throughout the day and will solve their day-to-day problems. Therefore, you must not compromise with the quality of your memory foam mattress on which you spend almost one-third of your life.
Now the second best idea of suitable foam mattress is of latex foam mattress. These kinds of mattresses are made of the juice of rubber tress. However, latex foam mattresses today are made of synthetic latex. This has reduced its cost substantially which otherwise is quite expensive.
Now, with the reduction in price of latex foam mattresses, the market of latex foam mattresses has increased substantially. Generally, the surface of the latex foam mattress is treated as the most suitable surface to rest on. Due to this, its demand has soared high. This foam mattress smoothly supports your neck, hips, shoulders, back and even spine.
Latex foam mattresses do possess some extraordinary properties due to which germs and bacteria do not germinate.
Due to above-mentioned qualities of both the mattresses, more and more people are getting attracted towards them. It is a commonly asked question which one is better, memory foam mattress or latex foam mattress?
Being in the industry for many years and studied both these fantastic products, Id say memory foam has edged ahead of latex foam.
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Ideas For Bedroom Decorating Themes
The idea of having a themed bedroom which includes matching furniture, walls, linen etc should not just be limited to a child's bedroom but it can also be done to an adult room as well. In this article we will look at some bedroom decorating themes which you may wish to consider when redecorating the bedrooms in your own home.
The best thing about decorating and interior design is that it gives you a great chance to not only exercise your creativity but express your personality and that of the person whose room your are decorating on it.
Many children nowadays love to have a room that is themed and the most popular themes around are:-
Animals - Jungle or Nature especially Cowboys
Fairies - Including princesses, fairy tales or other mythical creatures Dinosaurs
Space - Including starts, rockets etc.
Sports - They may want a football, basketball or baseball themed room. Some even go for the motor sport theme to their rooms.
It is best when deciding upon a theme for a child's room that they let them be involved with the decision as they will not only prefer the end result it will also give them a sense of ownership and responsibility (which may well encourage them to keep the room clean and tidy).
However it is important to remember that child's taste changes rapidly and so it is important that you choose a theme that they will enjoy growing up in. So rather than choosing a specific theme go for a more general theme instead.
As for an adult bedroom there is no reason why it should not be theme in the same way as you would with a child's. Although most adults do prefer a much more subtle approach. Generally adult bedroom themes to be more general or abstract rather than specifically based around a certain theme.
Such themes that you may well consider are as follows for an adult bedroom.
Zen - which provides a peaceful haven for the person whose room it is.
Gothic - This can certainly add interest to a bedroom, but remember it needs a room with lots of space because of the use of dark and bold colours in it.
Rustic - This provides a very country look and is well suited to older style homes.
So as you can see there are a wide variety of bedroom decorating themes available but why not spend some time looking on the internet or in decorating magazines to find a design which you feel suits your personality or the personality of the person whose room is being decorated.
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Space Saving Ideas For Your Studio Apartment Or Small Flat
Here are some options to consider that will offer more space, make your small studio look more spacious and provide more storage space.
If you are living in a studio flat there are several plausible solutions for you to consider, the most obvious option would be to fit a small bed and a small sofa into the room however, depending on the size of the room, this may not leave much space for other bedroom or living room furniture which in itself defeats the purpose of having a sofa in the first place. If you cannot socialise in the room comfortably then you are probably better simply having a bed in the room, push it against a wall and place pillows on the wall when visitors are around to give the impression of a sofa, the key is to choose furniture that is not obviously bedroom furniture, get rid of all teddies and bedroom paraphernalia, keep the bed linen very simple and when guests are visiting throw a heavy weight throw over the bed and scatter pillows on it to give the impression that it is a seat. There are several bed frames on the market that are a divan/day bed style with support on the back and sides of the bed, making it look similar to a sofa than a place to sleep.
This idea of having a smart bed double as a seating area is also a good idea for students living in student accommodation where you have one room for yourself, another option for students is buying a sofa bed or futon, the advantage being that if you do want people around then you can fold it back up to give you more space. Again, a sofa bed can be a good option for a studio apartment for its functionality but it may not be the comfiest of beds in the world.
If you have bought a studio flat, or if your bedroom is particularly small, it may be wise to do something more drastic not only to give you more space but doing so may increase the value of the property. A mezzanine is a very clever way of getting more storage space for a small bedroom and can create a whole new area for living space. A mezzanine is an intermediate floor constructed between the main floors of a building, in a single room, how much room a mezzanine can give you is entirely dependent upon the height on the ceilings, the most common practise is to place a mattress and sleeping area up on the "second" floor providing you with a new bedroom with an alcove area that can be used for wardrobes or cupboards. However, how well a mezzanine works is entirely dependent upon the size of the existing room and getting a good architect, and if anything just raising your bed to chest height will give you enough extra space to put in some high quality storage.
If your bedroom is still too small for this then another option is a Murphy's pull down bed; a bed that is usually hidden vertically inside a cupboard but can then be pulled down into a horizontal position for sleeping. The benefit of this obviously being that when the bed is hidden away, duvet and all, the bedroom can transform into a living area giving you the best of both worlds. Murphy's beds are most suited placed in a cupboard unit that stretches an entire wall so you can have the bed and wardrobes on either side, so that when vertical there is no hint of a bed at all.
If you can fit a bed into your room, and a sofa, but not really your clothes or your CD's then you can purchase a divan bed with drawers underneath, or as suggested above pay for a second floor to be built under which you can use for storage or if you simply cannot afford that invest in under bed storage from somewhere like IKEA who specialise in affordable space saving solutions.
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Free Bunk Bed Plans
Using bunk beds is a good way to maximize space, especially if your floor area is very limited. This type of furniture is actually very popular and commonly found in the rooms of children, residence halls of colleges and universities, ships and trains.
If you are interested in creating your own bunk bed, you need to get sturdy materials together. Wood, plywood, deck screws, carriage bolts, nuts, washers, wood plugs, finishing nails, lag bolts and lock washers are often used in building such beds. The number and size of the materials depend on the size of the furniture that you will be making.
Here are some reminders before you start building your bunk bed.
1. Evaluate the room where you want your new bed to be. Plot the space that the bed will occupy and make allowances for the rest of the furniture in the room. Now get accurate measurements of the space where you plan to put your bed. Visit different hardware stores and acquire the needed materials before you start on your project. Make sure you shop around for the best possible deals.
2. In building your bunk bed, make sure that you will be able to get standard-sized mattresses for it. Before you start cutting through the wood you have purchased to build your bed frame, make sure that you have made allowances for your mattresses. It would be unwise to have a large frame for your bunk bed when your mattress is a lot smaller, or have too small a bed frame that causes the mattress to spill out at the sides. Make sure that you construct the lower of the two bed platforms at least twelve inches off the floor. As for the upper bed box, it could be any height.
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Wednesday, March 7, 2012
What Type of Mattress is Best For a 3 Year Old?
3-year old kids can virtually fall asleep on any surface. However, this should not mean that you will just let them sleep just about anywhere. Their comfort is still of utmost importance if you do not want them to wake up feeling cranky. The expression "waking up on the wrong side of the bed" literally applies to them.
So anyway, what exactly is the best one? There are so many options today including air mattress, innerspring mattress, memory foam mattress and latex mattress. Many parents purchase air mattresses especially those with cartoon character prints.
This is a practical choice as kids tend to outgrow their beds in no time. This is a good option for you but make sure it is also comfortable. Check some reviews and find the ones that have been labelled comfortable by consumers. Make sure the materials are also non-allergenic. PVC materials are often used for inflatable beds but these can trigger allergic reactions.
What is great about inflatable beds is that they are water proof. If you child wets on the bed, you can easily clean it. This is difficult to do with other mattresses.
Innerspring mattresses are not goof for playful kids as they tend to jump on this soft mattress. This will lead to mattress depression which will then lead to back pains. If you want to choose this bed, make sure it has less springs integrated. With more springs, the thinner springs are integrated. Less springs mean thicker springs are used which will give the mattress a desired level of firmness. A firm surface is also ideal for children as they need back support.
Memory foam is ideal for back pain. However, this may not be a good choice for kids as they are loaded with all sorts of chemical. The chemical content of this mattress may trigger allergic reactions.
The last choice, but definitely not the least is latex. This has been coined as the best mattress for kids because of its lack of chemical content. The mattress is naturally hypoallergenic. Also, the density of the mattress is just right for kids. It is not too firm and not too soft so kids can have the most relaxing sleep.
I would have to say latex mattress is a worthy investment. It has a long life so you can use it for your next children or sell it when your child outgrows the mattress. You can also purchase an adult size already and this will be your kid's mattress for many years to come.
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Loft Beds for Small Spaces - An Amazing Solution for Many Reasons
By using loft beds for small spaces, you can easily maximize a bedroom's efficiency without compromising its beauty. In modern times, the bedroom has become a place for more than just a bed. People enjoy using their bedrooms as study halls, dressing rooms, game rooms and television nooks. Loft beds for small spaces allow for these many activities, without having to compromise space, comfort or beauty.
Sleep On High, Work with Both Feet On The Ground
Loft beds elevate one's sleeping space to a comfortable height, thereby creating extra space in the room for other activities. On its own, a loft bed creates extra floor space that offers endless possibilities. This space can be utilized for an extra dresser, a desk, a chair, or as additional floor space for children to play. When paired with other furniture, a loft bed creates a room that is both serviceable and stylish - even in the smallest of spaces.
One of the most efficient loft beds for small spaces is a loft bed with desk that utilizes the same space for both homework and sleeping. With a loft bed and desk set, college students who frequently struggle to work in the confined space of their dorm rooms will have ample room in which to study. Likewise, children with small bedrooms will be able to develop strong study habits when they can do their homework at their desks.
Loft Beds Keep a Room Tidy
It's also a great choice to use loft beds for small spaces because of the extra storage capabilities that they provide. The ability to place matching dressers under a loft bed creates an elegant look in even the smallest of bedrooms and prevents clutter and clothing from piling up on the floor. If extra drawer space is not needed, the space below a loft can accommodate a bookcase to showcase a collection of books, toys or knickknacks. The addition of a bed shelf attached to the side of the loft bed is another easy way to add extra storage space to a room without giving the room a crowded feel.
The space under a loft can also be used as a bunk bed to create extra sleeping space for children or guests. Put a single or full sized bed under a loft to create extra sleeping accommodations for special days or for everyday.
The Beauty of Loft Beds
With a loft bed, it is possible to maximize the efficiency of a small space while maintaining the room's decor. Loft beds constructed from a light colored wood will create the illusion of space and depth in a small room. Darker wood finishes, however, will capture a look of sophistication in even the smallest of rooms. Available in a variety of wood and metal finishes, loft beds create unparalleled efficiency and beauty in every small space. And with so many beautiful and functional accessories from which to choose, loft beds can transform every small room into the room of the perfect size.
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How To Assemble A Futon Frame
Most futons are made very similar and use the same parts to assemble them. When shoppers buy their futon they often have a set of instructions that came with the futon frame. Time passes and these instruction disappear or get misplaced and it's time to move the futon. Not having assembled futons on an everyday basis, it may not be immediately clear how the futon goes together. In this article we'll examine the parts and assembly of a standard futon frame to hopefully help those who may have lost instructions.
Laying out the parts:
When you purchased your futon you most likely had 6 main wood parts. 2 arms, 2 rails and a seat and back section. The back section looks different than the seat section as it has 3 pre drilled holes on the sides with the wood sides extending down to allow the seat section to be connected to it. Versus 1 or 2 holes on the seat section. Your hardware will consist of 8 bolts, 8 barrel nuts (shaped like a barrel), 4 nylon rollers, 6 metal pins, 6 washers and 6 cotter clips, allen wrench.
Attaching the hardware:
Take the 4 nylon rollers, 4 metal pins and 4 cotter clips and locate the wood backrest of the futon. It will have the three holes drilled into each side. Two of these holes are close together and the 3rd hole is towards the bottom of the side. This hole by itself will connect to the seat section. The nylon rollers have two ends. A small round top and a larger round bottom. The larger round bottom is placed against the wood over the hole and a metal pin is pushed down through the small round top through the roller and out through the hole in the back rack. On the other side slide a washer over the pin use your cotter clip and push it through the small hole in the metal pin to secure it. Repeat this step for the other three nylon rollers.
Next find the wood seat section and locate the hole closest to the end on the side. (Sometimes wood seat sections have two holes. The second hole towards the middle is for attaching what is called a kicker block. Your frame may or may not have this.) After you have located the holes on the ends of the seat section lay the wood seat and back sections face up meaning the slats in these section are facing up or are closest to the top. Now take the 2 remaining metal pins and push them through the remaining holes in the sides back section in through the holes in the seat section. Slide a washer over each pin and secure it with the remaining cotter clips.
Attaching the arms and stretchers.
Locate your two wood arms and two wood stretchers. Look at the arms and notice that one side of the arms has two routed out grooves. During assembly these routed out grooves need to face inward towards each other. Next, locate your two stretcher rails. These rails will have 4 small circular holes drilled out on the one side of the stretcher on the ends. During assembly make sure these holes face in towards the holes of the stretcher across from it. Take your barrel nut and place it inside one of the holes intended for the barrel nut. Barrel nuts usually have a phillips or flat screwdriver point and make sure this is facing out. Also make sure the threaded hole in the barrel nut lines up with the holes in the ends of the rail as your bolt will need to thread into them. Now take the bolt and push it through the outside of the arm and into the rail threading it into the barrel nut and use your allen wrench to wind the screw into the barrel nut. Repeat this step on the other bolts leaving them loose. On the rail that is closest to the routed out grooves in the arms leave two of your bolts out and make sure this area allows you to move the arm outward somewhat. [The reason for this is to make sure we can spread the arms enough to get the seat and back section into the frame without scratching our arms.]
Moving the back/seat section into the frame.
The backrest has 2 nylon rollers on each side. The top roller needs to be lined up with the routed out grooves in the arms that go up and down. If you installed the rollers correctly, the end of the nylon roller will fit into the groove and will push into it. (If it doesn't, your rollers are installed backwards, take them off and flip them around so that the larger part of the roller is against the wood.) Now take the bottom rollers on each side and line them up into the routed out groove that runs left to right. [This step might require a helper to get the rollers lined up in the grooves.]Important Note: Make sure that the seat and back section slats are facing upwards to where the mattress will rest right on them. If it looks like the mattress will sit down into the back and seat section because the slats are facing the ground, you'll need stop and flip the decks over and do this step again.
Finishing assembly.
Now finish putting the remaining two bolts and barrel nuts into the back arm and connect them together as discussed in the above step about attaching arms and stretchers. Go ahead and tighten all of the bolts. Tight enough but not too tight. Your futon should now be ready for use.
I wrote this text version of futon assembly instructions as a guide to help those who are missing assembly instructions. Often you can contact the futon company you purchased your futon from for a set of replacement instructions. However, if that isn't an option, I hope this guide will get you through the process of re-assembling your futon so you can start using and enjoying it once again. Many websites also include picture instructions you can use and this page futon assembly instructions might also be of help to you.
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Getting Creative! How to Make Your Own Twin Sofa Bed
Do you live in a small dorm or studio apartment? If you do, you are probably familiar with the difficulties of trying to combine style with functionality. This may be a particular problem when you want to add a little pizzazz to the central piece of furniture in your dorm, studio or efficiency apartment.
However, just because you have limited space doesn't mean you can't add style. In fact, this is where you could allow your creativity to shine through. With some imagination and forethought, you could have a living space that is perfect for both day and night. This could be accomplished by turning your twin bed into a sofa. In the evening, you could switch your sofa back into a twin bed.
The Pros and Cons of Turning Your Twin bed into a Sofa
To begin, you would need a twin platform bed, mate's bed or any twin bed that doesn't have a headboard or post. It is important to note, that due to their width, a full, queen or king size bed would not convert nicely into a couch. This would not give the look or feel that you'd want (not to mention, it would look quite silly).
The obvious advantage of turning your twin bed into a sofa would be that you already have the primary element for this design--a twin bed. This equals savings, as you would only need to purchase a few odds and ends to convert your bed into a lovely sofa for daytime living.
Another pro would be that unlike a futon, you would not need to perform additional steps to make your twin bed into a sofa. All that is necessary would be adding additional pillows against the back of the bed to give it the look of a sofa.
One disadvantage of converting your bed into a couch would be that this idea wouldn't be suitable if you share your space with someone else. For example, if you live in a dorm this might make it difficult. However, there are chances this still could work if your roommate uses a hide-away bed that saves on space. It all really just depends on the situation.
If you decide to go with this idea, one last thing...
You may find the biggest con to be the height of your bed in comparison to daybeds, futons and sofas. Platform beds are substantially lower compared to daybeds. So, keep that in mind when considering this option, and if the difference in height doesn't bother you, then using it as a sofa would not be a problem.
If you can afford to spend some extra money but still find you don't like the height-issues that come with platform beds, this could be easily remedied by boosting the height of your bed with an extra mattress or box spring. Another option would be to purchase inexpensive bed lifts or risers. They could add an additional 1 to 10 inches or more to the height of your bed.
Yet, a word of warning, risers only work if your bed has legs. If not, you would need to add height by using an extra mattress or box spring.
Lesson 101: Turning your Twin Bed into a Sofa with Style
To turn your twin bed into a sofa, you would simply place it width-wise against a wall (like a daybed). Next, you could add height by using bed risers or an extra box spring or mattress. That is the basics, now onto the creative and fun aspect of switching your twin bed into a sofa and vice versa. This section will reveal how you could add a personal touch and make your twin sofa bed uniquely your own.
Use appropriate bedding
How could you make your bed most resemble a sofa? The answer is simple, use appropriate bedding. This could be accomplished by purchasing a bed skirt or a bedding set. This would allow you to cover the legs of your bed and would give it the look of a sofa with upholstered flaps. If you use bed risers, make sure to have them in place first before buying the bedding. That way, you could take measurements to ensure that the bedding is long enough to cover the legs once the risers are in place.
Use pillows
Pillows are ideal for creating a faux backing to your bed and faux arms. Pillows could be switched around to accommodate a sofa and a bed. For evening, you could place the pillows at the head of the bed for sleeping. And during the day you could place the pillows in the back for support, comfort and look and feel. As for the arms, you could place bolsters on each side of the bed to fool the eyes into believing your sofa isn't armless.
Create your own upholstered backing
If using pillows exclusively for backing doesn't appeal to you, another option would be to create an upholstered backing for your sofa bed. This may sound as if it would put a dent in your pocketbook, but upholstered backing could be made inexpensively without compromising on style or showroom appeal.
The main supplies you would need to make an upholstered backing are...
- plywood
- upholstery foam
- and fabric
Keep in mind, it is also important to take measurements before starting on this project to determine the height that you desire for your headboard. What makes this project so affordable is that if you do not possess the tools needed to size the plywood, you could take it to a local hardware store and have them cut it for you at a fraction of the cost.
Once you're ready to get started, there are various tutorials on the Internet that could assist you in creating a headboard. A nice one worth mentioning is Make Your Own Upholstered Headboard. It should help you along quite nice and give you a few other ideas on decorative style in the process.
Once you're finished, you'll find that the upholstered headboard lends an element of class to your space. Creating your own one-of-a-kind headboard will add a sense of accomplishment. It will also be perfectly suited to your taste and style, and as a bonus you can bet you'll get plenty of compliments from your friends in the process.
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Mattress Reviews - Simmons Vs Sealy Vs Serta Mattress
We cannot say for certain which between Simmons, Sealy and Serta is the better mattress. I cannot speak for you on what can bring you more comfort when you are sleeping. In fact, it is difficult to find a mattress that provides all the things we need.
However, to answer the question "which is a better choice", I would have to say Sealy. Mind that I have only arrived to this conclusion due to the lesser complaints thrown at this company and the higher satisfaction rating they have received. When one is comparing, one should look at the bigger picture.
There really is not that much of a difference. Only that, each have a specific attribute that they excel on. For instance, Simmons offers better spring beds with their beautyrest line. Sealy offers better memory foam and latex technology with their posturepedic line. Serta is just in between.
What you might want to consider is what mattress can provide you with the comfort you are looking for. If you cannot personally test the bed or sleep on top of it for a few minutes, read reviews. This would be a bigger risk since you are not personally testing the mattress out, only taking into consideration the opinions of other people who have closely the same preferences as you are. Remind yourself that comfort is relative.
As for the other essential mattress pointers, Sealy is leading the race. For one thing, there is almost a unanimous agreement that this company has the best customer service. We all know how difficult it is to complain about your purchase once you have already sealed it. It is easier to buy something than return it when it proves to be a useless pile of foams.
According to some people, Serta has the worst customer service saying that their representatives will have to ask how severe the damage is to the mattress. If the bed is not damaged enough to their estimation, you will have to pay for some service charge to get someone to fix it for you. Also, the return delivery charge falls on the shoulder of the consumer. If you happen to have bought a heavy beds, you will have to spend more on shipping.
I am not an expert in consumer guides but I know for a fact that it is better to choose a reliable company that will not lead you to a merry chase when it comes to its warranty. This is probably why Sealy has been putting the others in the shade for quite some time now. They place the interest of their consumers first above everything else to make certain that they will come back and buy again from them. That is the whole logic of the over-all satisfaction rating. When more consumers are satisfied, more will recommend it and more will keep on coming back.
So in general, you have to test the comfort of the mattress first and get to know more about the reputation of the mattress brand before giving your plastic and have them charge you with thousands of dollars.
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