People who want to maximize their sleeping conditions often give preference to the Adjustable Bed. Such a bed is an excellent solution. It allows you to adjust the position of the base to the changing needs of the body and make your night's rest as comfortable as possible.
However, sometimes there is a problem. The sheets on these beds can slip and crumple as a result of changing the configuration of the base. Sleep disturbances can occur. You are uncomfortable lying on a crumpled or displaced sheet, the body is irritated and can not fully sink into sleep.
Now we will talk about why this happens and how you can avoid this unpleasantness.
Deep Pockets.
Soft sheets usually slip off the adjustable bed, and this can happen several times a night. Of course, this does not mean that we can't get any quality sleep. The optimal solution for an adjustable bed is a sheet with deep pockets. Their edges are elastic all around the mattress and keep the sheet in the right position no matter how restlessly you move during sleep.
When you choose deep pocket sheets, it's important to choose the right size to fit your bed, mattress thickness, and base height. A smaller, or larger, sheet will not hold properly in the right position. The most common size for deep pocket sheets is the 13-17 inch (33-43 centimeters) range. The more closely the sheet fits the size of your bed, the less trouble you will have sleeping.
Suspension-type fasteners for sheets
Such bindings are stretch straps equipped with clips on the ends. They resemble trouser suspenders, and work on the same principle. The clips are attached to the corners of the sheet, and the elastic bands themselves pass under the mattress, connecting the corners diagonally, crosswise. A normal hold-down of the sheet is achieved if the tuck tapes are stretched tight enough. In this case, even a very soft silk sheet will remain well unfolded and not disturb your sleep with discomfort.
Elastic bands.
Some manufacturers make sheets with elastic bands sewn into the corners. These tapes are wound under the corners of the mattress and quite successfully keep the sheet from sliding down. This method is simple and quite reliable. You can sew such tapes to your sheet by yourself, but you have to do it carefully and firmly, so that the place of attachment can withstand quite considerable loads.
What is the reason why sheets don't hold up well on an adjustable bed?
The sheet itself has no ability to move in normal life. Sheets, pillows, and blankets slip off the bed, crumple, and interfere with the body's ability to rest as a result of the movements and rolls of a person in their sleep. However, a properly fitted and secured sheet does not change its position, no matter how restlessly we sleep.
There are several such reasons. Let's look into them.
A mismatch between the size of the sheet and the mattress.
The sheet may be larger than the mattress, or smaller than the mattress, it does not matter. In that case, they will not hold together properly. Large sheets can't fit snugly on the mattress, and small sheets don't fit around the perimeter of the mattress.
If you are using a sheet with pockets, the pockets may not be deep enough. The maximum depth of the pockets is less than 17 inches (43 centimeters) and your mattress may be thicker. If you are going to buy new sheets, remember to measure the thickness of your mattress.
Don't forget to consider the thickness of any extra mattress pads or padding. You may have to look for sheets with very deep pockets that can fit mattresses whose total thickness is up to 25 inches (63.5 centimeters).
The sheet is not laid properly.
Sometimes we don't notice that we're not spreading the sheets correctly. We experience the annoying discomfort of a crumpled and sliding sheet in our sleep because of it. This mistake can be avoided. Sheets usually have a special marking which shows the correct position in relation to the mattress.
These marks, or tags, are sewn into one corner along the armhole on the back of the sheet. Imagine you are lying on your bed on your back. The corner with the tag should be on the bottom left, this is the correct position of the sheet. If the size is correct, the sheet will behave well in that position.
A little bit about adjustable beds, in case you were wondering.
The popularity of adjustable beds is growing along with their affordability. They allow for a much higher level of sleeping comfort. People with high demands on the sleeping surface get what they want thanks to the ease of customization and the ability to reconfigure it during use.
These beds are the best choice for many elderly people with musculoskeletal problems, for people with limited mobility. Musculoskeletal system problems are often accompanied by pain in sleep, discomfort and pain when lying down. The possibility of changing the configuration of the bed makes it possible to solve many of these problems.
Some adjustable beds are equipped with additional features, such as massage modules. A special massage can alleviate and completely relieve some types of pain caused by prolonged bedrest, lack of mobility, circulatory problems, and low muscle tone.
Adjustable height features can make life much easier for some people with limited mobility. It is much easier for these people to lie down and get up in and out of an individually adjusted bed.
Using different bed surface adjustments, people can easily change the bed's configuration, reducing the load on different parts of the body - back, shoulders, legs - as often as needed.
Some of these beds have swivel adjustments, which can be an invaluable aid when it is difficult to get in and out of bed. An adjustable bed gives you the opportunity to adjust the surface to create the most comfortable conditions for your sleep, regardless of the cause of your mobility problems.
Adjustable beds can also be a good solution for people concerned about snoring, apnea, and asthma symptoms in their sleep. The ability to raise the top of the bed to the desired angle reduces the intensity of the problems associated with excessive relaxation of the throat muscles, disrupting the movement of air. People with asthma, people suffering from snoring often get tangible relief when using an adjustable bed.
At the same time, adjustable beds also prove beneficial to people with a variety of other problems.
Acid reflux and heartburn symptoms, pain from muscle inflammation, restless legs syndrome, and some types of insomnia are greatly relieved when a person is in an optimal sleeping position.
The adjustment of the bed surface makes it possible to keep the body position correct for each individual case.
FAQs
Are there any special sheets for adjustable beds?
There are sheets that are simply better suited for these beds. They are soft sheets with deep pockets. They fit snugly around the sides of the mattress and hold up well even when you sleep restlessly. If the size of the sheet is chosen correctly, it will not slip off the mattress of an adjustable bed when the angle of the bed is changed. But if the sheet is much larger than the mattress, the sheet may slip.
If you have a large sheet a good solution is to buy special braces - suspenders. They fix the sheet to the mattress and do not let it slip off the bed or crumple. Another plus of this solution is the price. There are very affordable options for sheet suspenders, with prices starting at $15.
Is it possible to equip an adjustable bed with a headboard like a classic bed?
Yes, it's easy enough. You can use brackets and use them to attach the headboard to an adjustable bed.
When buying a headboard, pay attention to the package: some headboards may come with a set of fasteners and tools for installation, while others will require additional bolts, fasteners and tools for work. Buying a headboard specifically made for an adjustable bed will save you the hassle of installation and be the best solution.
If you want to give your adjustable bed a classic look, you can use a special bed skirt. It will hide the bottom part where the adjustment mechanisms can be seen.
How often should I buy new bedding?
A period of 2 to 3 years is considered optimal for bed linen replacement. However, some sheets made of lightweight, inexpensive materials are meant to last less than that. Of course, if you see that your sheets have become thinner, lost their original color, the surface isn't as smooth, or have lint on them, then it's time to buy a new set of sheets.
How not to go wrong with the size of sheets?
Obviously, the size of the mattress and the size of the sheet must match each other. There is a line of standard bedding sizes tied to the most common mattress sizes. Manufacturers usually list these sizes on the package. The names of these standards give an indication of bed sizes: "twin", "full", "queen", "king", or "California king". In addition to specifying the standard, linear dimensions in inches and/or centimeters are often indicated.
If in doubt, it is better to measure your mattress in advance. To get the correct measurements, you should remove the plaids, the duvets, and the linens from the bed. In addition to length and width, do not forget to measure the thickness of the mattress. In doing so, you should measure the thickness along with all the mattress covers you use. Use the measurements you get when choosing bedding. The sheet should be as close as possible to these dimensions for the best fit.
Does it make sense to use adjustable beds for people with medical conditions?
The use of adjustable beds brings very tangible relief to people who are bothered by chronic back, hip and shoulder pain. The ability to personally adjust the sleeping surface allows you to relieve areas of problematic joints and get a quality night's rest. In turn, this leads to an overall reduction in the symptoms of the problem.
People who are bothered by circulatory disorders, blood pressure, leg swelling and some forms of diabetes are able to rest comfortably and fully thanks to the adjustable beds.
To summarize:
The use of adjustable beds will perfectly solve the problem of comfortable rest, especially for people suffering from muscular and joint pains, and make life easier for elderly people with movement disorders. That said, using unsuitable sheets can greatly reduce the effect of adjustable beds.
If your sheets don't hold up well in an adjustable bed overnight, try replacing them by sheets with large pockets, find the right size for a snug fit between the sheet and the mattress. The elastic edges will hold the sheet in place even with significant base adjustments.
In the case of sheets without pockets, suspenders are a good solution. They hold the sheets perfectly in place on an adjustable bed with secure and delicate clips and elastic straps. As a result, the sheets adhere tightly to the mattress, do not move around during your sleep, and wear out much slower.