Adjustable Bases Q and A

Posted on June 17, 2024

If you’re in the market for a mattress, you’ve probably come across a variety of adjustable bases during your search. And that can result in more questions: what exactly is an adjustable base and how is it different from a traditional bed base? Why are they so popular? Do you need a specific mattress with an adjustable base? Are they really worth the price? Here we’ll review your resonating questions about adjustable bases.

What is an adjustable base?

Adjustable bases are specially designed to offer flexibility that traditional bases do not. By allowing you to elevate your head, torso, and legs from the motorized base, they can relieve pressure and promote proper alignment as you sleep. By elevating your body in this fashion as you sleep, adjustable bases can improve blood circulation, reduce back pain, and reduce spinal stress in those who suffer from chronic pain conditions or mobility issues. Essentially, adjustable bases enhance your sleep experience to give you unrivaled comfort the whole night through.

How does an adjustable base differ from a traditional base?

A traditional base (non-adjustable bed) offers you options in size, firmness and materials (foam, etc.), while an adjustable base gives you an additional option - a variety of sleeping positions. Adjustable bases allow you to customize your comfort level every night you go to bed. Most models feature a remote that lets you choose the position of your bed. You can preset or program your remote to save your favorite positions. Your adjustable bed can take on many different positions but offers three main ones: a raised head, raised feet, or both raised simultaneously.

Additionally, adjustable bases come in a variety of constructions. You can choose a split-head base that allows each sleeper to set their best position. With dual controls and the ability to choose a position that’s ideal for each person’s differing sleep needs, you both get a restful night’s sleep.

Why are adjustable bases so popular?

Adjustable bed frames offer the freedom to choose your sleeping position that is unrivaled by any other sleep solution, making them supremely popular with consumers. Doctors and chiropractors alike recommend sleeping on an adjustable base to improve overall health as well. Sleeping on an adjustable bed can give your back the support it needs to reduce pain and inflammation that a traditional base cannot. Most adjustable bases have a preset zero-gravity position, which gives the feeling of weightlessness with your head and legs raised. By improving circulation, reducing pressure points, and easing conditions like acid reflux and sleep apnea, and keeping you in a comfortable position throughout the night, a zero-gravity sleeping position from your adjustable base can significantly enhance your sleep experience and health.

Do you need a specific mattress for an adjustable base?

No. Mattresses for adjustable bases are not specialty items, and many are compatible with an adjustable base. When considering a mattress for your adjustable base, keep in mind it should be flexible enough to bend with the base, and it should regard the base’s weight limits.

Are adjustable bases worth the price?

Yes! From better circulation to less pain to more independence, the benefits of owning an adjustable base are glaring. You can’t beat the comfort or convenience of an adjustable base.

What are some recommended adjustable bases?

Rize Home makes unbeatable adjustable bases and so does BedTech. We recommend the Rize Home Contemporary IV Adjustable Base, the Rize Home Remedy III Adjustable Bed, the Rize Home Clarity II Adjustable Base, the BedTech BT6500, and the BedTech BTX4 Adjustable Base.