2007-02-13 05:49:41 · 15 answers · asked by Donna R 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Most waterbeds have heaters built in so are nice and toasty. You must have a cold house to worry about it freezing!
2007-02-13 05:52:26 · answer #1 · answered by Go Bears! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to use a waterbed heater with a waterbed mattress -- then it won't get too cold.
Even without the heater, as long as the temperature inside the house is greater than about 25 F, the mattress won't freeze. It could freeze if the house temperature is below 25 F. (Assuming you use waterbed conditioning fluid).
EDIT: waterbed heaters are not very high-power heaters, so they don't use alot of electric energy (compared to something like an electric space heater).
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2007-02-13 05:54:48 · answer #2 · answered by tlbs101 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most waterbeds are actually very comfortable because they include heaters to keep the water warm all the time. Unfortunately this also means waterbeds are relatively expensive to your utility bills. Some options to mitigate the cost of keeping a waterbed warm include always covering it with sheets to trap the warmth, or simply lowering the temperature (although this does make it less comfortable). Your waterbed should never freeze unless you disable the heater and let it sit outside.
2007-02-13 05:54:15 · answer #3 · answered by jonathanyhsu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on if it is a "tube" waterbed (looks like a regular mattress, fits on a regular bed frame - no heater) or a "bag" one (needs special frame). Tube beds don't feel cold because they have the "mattress" part over the top of the tubes which insulates it. Bag beds would be cold if you don't have a heater and could freeze if the room it is in, isn't heated. If you use a mattress pad between the waterbed bag and your sheets it will be more comfortable to sleep on, even if the heater isn't set as high as you may like it. On the other hand, if you set the heater too high you will sweat a LOT and it is uncomfortable, especially if you don't use the mattress pad.
2007-02-13 06:01:55 · answer #4 · answered by DianaK 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a waterbed typically has a heater that maintains a consistent tempreture. Even at a moderate tempreture setting, the bed will still feel cool to the touch. Water has the ability to absorb heat from the body very quickly (i.e., hyperthermia), and you shoudl problebly has a pad down between the sheets and the bed surface. Ive never heard of bed freezing, but if the wate rtemp fell below 32 degrees F, anything is possible.
2007-02-13 05:53:19 · answer #5 · answered by cjbock276 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the bed. Standard waterbeds where you cover them with just a sheet and cover usually have a heater, as others have stated above.
The new 'soft side' water beds sometimes have no heater due to the amount of water and the amount of insulation between the sleeper and the water.
2007-02-13 05:57:47 · answer #6 · answered by Marvinator 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are sold with heaters. Once I was sleeping on my boyfriend's waterbed and the heater came unplugged. I woke up in the middle of the night, shivering, in addition to having horrid back spasms. I don't think they would freeze literally, but they are mighty uncomfortable without the electric heater on.
2007-02-13 05:55:50 · answer #7 · answered by Medusa 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most waterbeds have a heating system that can be set to your desired temperature and is very comfortable if you get it set right. You shouldn't worry about it freezing unless your house is very very cold.
2007-02-13 05:59:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your waterbed is freezing then you have other problems. You should go get that checked.
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2007-02-13 05:54:38 · answer #9 · answered by A* 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most, if not all waterbeds have a temperature regulator in them.
If the next ice age came early, it might freeze.
2007-02-13 05:53:40 · answer #10 · answered by I See You 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋