Frequently Asked Questions
The British Waterbed Company answers your questions about waterbeds, softsided waterbeds and our trademark softside waterbeds. Simply click on the question to see the answer. © BWC
1	Who invented the waterbed?	26	Can I put a waterbed in my existing bed frame?
2	What are the advantages of waterbeds?	27	Can I place a waterbed on my Divan base?
3	What are the different styles of waterbeds?	28	Are waterbeds available with drawer units?
4	Are there different types of mattress?	29	What type of bedding fits a waterbed?
5	Can I alter the stability / motion of the mattress?	30	What sizes of waterbed are available?
6	Can I change the firmness of a mattress by adding or removing water?	31	How do you install a waterbed?
7	Are waterbeds good for my back?	32	Are waterbeds easy to move?
8	Don't I need a firm bed?	33	What type of water is used?
9	Are there medical benefits with a waterbed?	34	How often do you have to change the water?
10	Will I wake my partner getting into bed?	35	What is conditioner?
11	Are waterbeds noisy?	36	Can I clean the mattress?
12	Will I feel seasick on a waterbed?	37	Will I perspire on a vinyl mattress?
13	I am heavier than my partner. Will we both be comfortable on a waterbed?	38	Will I need an electric blanket?
14	Will waterbed enhance / ruin my sex life?	39	How do the heaters work and are they safe?
15	Is it easy to get in and out of a waterbed?	40	What do waterbeds cost to run?
16	Is it comfortable to sit up in a waterbed?	41	Do I unplug the heater in the summer?
17	What is the weight of a waterbed?	42	What happens in a power cut?
18	Will it fall through the floor?	43	What sort of people buy waterbeds?
19	Do waterbeds burst?	44	What is included in the price of a waterbed?
20	Will the bed leak?	45	Are waterbeds covered in my house insurance?
21	How easy is it to puncture a waterbed?	46	What guarantee is offered?
22	How would I repair the puncture?	47	Are there any disadvantages to a waterbed?
23	Will my pets damage the mattress?	48	Can I try one out for a few days?
24	Will the waterbed sag?	49	Why don't I know anyone who owns a waterbed?
25	How long do waterbeds last?	50	Do you sleep on a waterbed?

The British Waterbed Company, the waterbed manufacturer and supplier always trys to make sure that our customers most frequently asked questions about waterbeds in general, softside waterbeds or any of our trade mark softsided waterbed models, including The Softsider Waterbed, The Mudbed Waterbed and The Hydrobed Waterbed are always answered. If we have not, do not hesitate to contact us.

And remember, we also manufacture and supply a range of waterbed bedding and waterbed accessories