We know what you are all thinking, if I have a waterbed, there is eventually going to be a leak so huge that water damage is inevitable. Although it is not entirely true, there are bound to be users who avoid paying attention to the signs of waterbed leaks. There are also the occasional users who forget to turn off their water hose while filling up their bed, but for those people we advise you to set a loud timer or use your smartphone to alert you when to shut off your water before unwanted water damage occurs. We know how shows and movies love to display the notoriously hilarious waterbed accidents that display the characters carrying buckets of water to their bathtubs.
Frankly, this is just a foul gesture that does not accurately display the strength of waterbeds in this day and age. The honest truth is that hardside waterbeds and softside waterbeds are very difficult to pop or puncture. In fact, if you try jumping on it (Which is not recommended) you will see that you will not cause a dramatic rupture. Waterbed technology today has made waterbeds as safe as can be and will not leave you piling on pillows or soft blankets for extra comfort. Still, there is always that “what if?” that lingers in the back of your mind; what if there is a leak in my waterbed? We will provide you with some tips, just in case you happen to notice a leak.
Causes of Waterbed Leaks
Although this occurrence is in fact rarely experienced in waterbeds purchased today, there are still a few common causes that waterbed owners should know in order to prevent this issue. First, there are only a few types of leaks that can occur with waterbeds: seam leaks or cuts & punctures. Softside waterbed mattresses are the preferred selection, as they have a protective vinyl lining to prevent any leaks from the mattress and avoid water damage. Still, it is our duty to share the common actions that lead to leaks from waterbeds, which include:
• Pet clawing or biting
• Zipping up clothing or luggage directly to the mattress
• Piercing with sharp objects (Scissors, knives, needles, pens and pencils)
How Do I Locate a Leak?
There are useful tips that every waterbed owner can use to help locate a pesky leak to give you peace of mind. In most cases, locating and repairing a leak in a waterbed is not as difficult as one can imagine. Small leaks may be hard to spot, but they usually occur near the seams or on the sides of the bed. Here are a few methods of tracking down waterbed leaks:
With waterbed mattress filled –
• Soak up any water with a bath towel.
• Place paper towels or toilet paper around the suspected area or seams.
• Lay on the bed to apply pressure for a couple of minutes.
• Check the suspected areas for moisture gathered by the tissue.
• Then circle the location with a marker or highlighter.
• Leaks not in the seam can be repaired with your repair kit.
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If you are afraid of waterbed leaks, we have plenty of options and simple repairs to set your mind at rest. You will get the comfort you have been dreaming of when you make Waterbeds Today your choice of mattress technology, we guarantee it. Waterbeds rarely leak, so you will not have to worry about this problem for years and that is very reassuring. If you are looking for the perfect mattress, then contact our friendly waterbed experts online or call us directly at 1-866-647-2735.
