Finally found time to get back to blogging.
Today, I want to talk about Sleep Number Beds.
I recently bought a sleep number bed because of developing arthritis and sore muscles, which have been preventing me from getting a good nights sleep. I heard positive reviews –– online and from family/friend –– and decided to give one a try.
A family member had purchased a P-5, which seems to be a popular and middle-of-the-road price wise model, so I chose the same model.
I've had it for several months and have found that there are good and bad to this bed.
First, I must commend the installers who delivered and assembled the bed. They were quick and efficient. The bed comes in multiple pieces and has to be assembled. You can purchase a platform, at extra cost, or use your existing medal bed frame, which I did. The two guys worked well together; each had a part in getting the bed together. I believe it took them less than an hour to complete the assembly.
Second, the top mattress is really thin: in that I mean, my sheet is too big for it and it won't stay tucked under. It came with a mattress pad to protect the mattress, so I'm wondering if I can get a thicker one to "plump" the top more so sheet fits better.
Plus, one side seems to hang over the bottom, which BTW is considered the box spring, slightly. Not a big deal, but it makes me wonder.
Third, the motor sits under the floor and will be noisy when you adjust your settings.
Finally, MOO is that, although I like having the option of adjusting the firmness instead of buying a soft or firm mattress only to find it doesn't help (I had a soft pillow top before), I don't feel this bed is worth over $2000.
MOO, again, would be, if you know the best firmness for your body, check out the old fashion mattresses from Sleepys or Mattress Discounters or wherever. Just don't use a Beautyrest-type with innersprings that can press sensitive points if you suffer from fibromyalgia or similar ailments. Lately, I seem to be experiencing some new aches/pains, but can't say that they are due to the bed.
Bottom line, for me, is that I will keep the bed because if I wake up with a pain in the hip, I can reach for the remote and adjust the mattress until I'm more comfortable. It has not eliminated all aches but it helps.
Guess I will just have to see if there are better fitting sheets available, and some way to quiet the motor.
If anyone out there has secrets to share on making it a more pleasant experience, please do so.
