I have a few things that I actually need, but I can't link anything right now(I'll come edit with links when I get to a computer).

Not for me, but my bird would appreciate a couple new perches. Getting his nails trimmed is expensive and it's uncomfortable for him. I'd like to make it easier for him to trim them on his own so he doesn't have to go through the stress and pain of the vet visit.

I could really use a water filter. I don't like the taste of tap water, and bottled water is too expensive. I could filter the tap and try to be a little healthier and drink it instead of sweet tea or soda.

What would make my life slightly better would be maybe a vacuum cleaner. My mom gave me her old one when she moved away, but it doesn't really work. I've tried everything I could do to fix it, but no go. Since we have a lot of animals, vacuuming is a weekly if not more often, chore. A working vacuum would be awesome!

On the more expensive side, a mattress would definitely improve my quality of life. I've never had a new one, they've all been hand me downs or bought used. The one I have now could have been super nice, but the previous owners left dents where they slept in it. So there really isn't any support for my body. Having fibromyalgia makes me have a hard time sleeping, so it would be nice to enjoy the sleep I do get. It also makes me overheat really easy, so I often wake up in the middle if the night burning up even when it's 68 degrees.

Sorry for the wall! I just wanted to put the things I actually needed and give a variety :)

This is an awesome contest and I hope everyone's lives get a little better if they need it! <3

Recently I was in the market for a mattress ($600-900 range) I wanted to get the most for my money and I don't know much about mattresses so I did some research.

Heres what I learned:

Brand Names

Brand names add cost not necessarily quality. When it comes to mattresses the mark up is crazy so that's why you see these sales at the major mattress stores. They wan't you to feel like you are getting a good deal. Usually you can find a mattress made of better quality materials for cheaper from a "no name" brand.

Basically what I found out is that there are independent mattress makers all over the country that use high quality materials and are more transparent with what they use (some even custom pour your mattress [latex] to your firmness specifications for about a third of the cost of the name brands while using better materials at the same time).

Materials and "You get what you pay for"

Basically mattresses are made up of 2 parts that are of concern to you. The support layer and the comfort layer.

The Support Layer

The support layer is underneath the part you lay (lie?) on. It is often made of springs, but it can be latex or air or water it is one of the major factors in how far your body sinks down into the mattress.

The Comfort Layer

The comfort layer is the part your body touches and material determines how much it conforms to your body.

The Materials and Construction

So there are three materials that you will see most often. Poly-foam, memory foam and latex. Each has different properties and usually you will see some kind of combo of both. For example usually a mattress with a latex comfort layer will have a poly-foam support core to make it cheaper. There are all latex mattresses though too. Here is a quick break down of the materials:

Latex: Most expensive, but holds up the best. I think of it as a balance between memory foam and HD or HR poly-foam meaning it is conforming, but also springy. It also does not get a hot as memory foam. And it is resistent to bed bugs. Try to get at least 2" in your comfort layer. Talaylay natural latex is preferable.

Memory Foam: Conforms to your body. Comes in different qualities, weights and thicknesses. I personally don't like memory foam, because it get too hot and when it's cold it gets hard. It also makes me feel trapped. But some people swear by it.

Poly-foam: Usually springier than latex or memory foam. Used in both comfort and support layers. Rule of thumb is to ask about the density. High density foam is 1.8 lbs and High resiliency is 2.5 lbs. Do not buy if it is under 1.8 lbs. that is when you get those permanent impressions.

So is it true that you get what you pay for? Sort of. For a 100% percent latex mattress custom poured by a independent mattress maker you will pay around $1500-2200 because you are paying for high quality materials. A name brand version will likely cost $3000+
You will get much more for your money going "no-name"

Going to the Store

Another thing I learned is that if you go into a chain mattress store it is unlikely that the sales person will know what you are talking about when you start asking about foam densities and latex types or they won't have the answer.

Find a store that sells no-name or local brands and make sure that they will tell you what each layer is made of and what the quality of the materials are or if they don't know they are willing to find out for you.

The better quality of the materials the longer your mattress will last and be comfortable for.

Trying the mattress out is important, but remember even a mattress with cheap materials will be comfortable for a little while until it starts to break down.

Buying Online

Initially I was going to buy a mattress from http://www.brooklynbedding.com/ The guy custom makes latex mattresses for reasonable prices. When I buy a king size 100% latex it will probably be from there. He also sells on Amazon (under Dreamfoam Bedding) and gets excellent reviews:

http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Dreams-Latex-Mattress-Comfort/dp/B00CP85RXK/ref=sr_1_2?m=APCUWEOU23BHI&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1370627773&sr=1-2&keywords=latex

Ultimately, I went to a local store and I didn't have to ask about materials because all of the densities were printed on the label. I ended up getting a mattress for $600 that if it was a name brand with the same materials it would have cost around $1000 or so.

The Coolest Thing I Learned

All the info I learned I got from this site:

http://www.themattressunderground.com/

The guy who runs the site and is the go to guy in the forums is named Phoenix and is insanely knowledgeable about mattresses. Seriously, his mattress knowledge is PhD level.

There is way more info on that site then I could ever remember.

TL;DR

No name mattresses are usually higher quality and cheaper than name brand mattresses. It's all about materials.

Hey there so this is my room! My main goal currently is not for any frames/things to hang on the wall but focusing on the bed that is to be coming!
https://imgur.com/a/zUcbHmO


Currently have ordered this Zinus Bedframe Zinus Suzanne Metal and Wood Platform Bed with Headboard / Box Spring Optional / Wood Slat Support, Queen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075FGY7G2/ ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mf3pDb7AB4RSK
and Zinus boxspring for some height Zinus Armita 5 Inch Low Profile Smart Box Spring / Mattress Foundation / Strong Steel Structure / Easy Assembly Required, Queen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AS4W8WU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ng3pDbB66B6PQ

Still searching for mattresses, currently like a beauty rest from Macy’s and yes I know about tufts&needle and all those other brands. I have to lay on them myself, prefer spring over memory foam... I sleep firm and will continue to.

What I would like help is on bedding, I’m looking for good comfortable sheets and a thin/quilt for the top. I saw linen but due to paying out of pocket for school I can’t pay $300+ for sheets

I live in Southern California where’s it’s 100+ and gonna be hot for quite some time.

Thanks for the read and appreciate the help!

I'm gonna jump in here unsolicited for a moment --

To anybody who's following this thread, keep in mind that tatami mats are not the mattress, but actually the type of flooring that you would find in a traditional Japanese home. The name of the mattress is a futon, or shikibuton. Tatami mats are considered complementary to sleeping in a futon, because the mats allow for air flow beneath the mattress like a box spring, and help prevent moisture buildup. Genuine Japanese futons are, as far as I've been able to see, pretty hard to find in America. J-Life is one of the only places you can find an apparently halfway authentic one online, but I've never been to Japan so I couldn't speak to how good J-Life is even if I owned one.

The reason I know about this at all is because I was given a dorm assignment in my final year of college for a historical apartment so small, there wasn't space for both a desk and a bed. I had to do a lot of research on mattresses that could be folded up into a closet. I came pretty close to trying a genuine futon, but the cost was prohibitive for something I only needed to use for a year and I ended up buying a memory foam tri-fold instead. I honestly found it one of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept on, and would recommend it to anyone who's looking for a cheap portable mattress alternative.

DO NOT GET AN AIRBED! :-) You can buy a full mattress for under $200 in memory foam from a company called Zinus...they import from China but sell this mattress for almost what it cost to make it. Check it out at this link.https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-Memory-Foam-Green-Mattress/dp/B00Q7EVAXO/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=full+size+mattress&qid=1562589505&s=gateway&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&sr=8-5

After you look at that, THE BEST THING YOU CAN DO is shop at your local store and let them know you saw this product on Amazon and have them show you something comparable. It is very important that you try it out first in my opinion since sleep is a big deal and comfort is critical to getting that kind of sleep. Shopping local is a good thing to do and most of those guys can hook you up.

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I am in the industry and DO NOT benefit in any way from the suggestion, just trying to help you out. I write a blog on the mattress industry at mquinn.com for industry people...just want you to know that I am credible. :-) Good luck.

Hello,

We receive this question a lot and there are many ways to adjust your Ikea bed frame to work with Spindle's heavy latex. below is the information and here is the link to the article on Spindle's website, Supporting a Spindle with an IKEA bed frame.

Your on the right track with wanting to by new slats as well. Here is our recommendation on the specs for the slats, as well as the link. Proper support for a Spindle Mattress

• Slats of solid wood, no less than 3/4” thick 1x3 lumber works great -- Oak, Fir, Birch, Tulip, Poplar, etc...doesn't matter -- just NOT ply- or fabricated wood
  
• Slats spaced no more than 3” apart. Skimping can damage your Spindle
  
• Center support[s] under slats with legs to the floor
  
• Plywood is not recommended. It may flex; also can lead to mold/mildew
  
  Most IKEA frames will not offer enough support for a Spindle. Fortunately, the critical mass of IKEA customers has provided a robust hacker community and their DIY solutions can be found by exploring Google Images, YouTube or Pinterest.
  
  This YouTube video highlights one of the shortfalls and demonstrates one way to fix it.
  
  There are many other postings online with pointers on how to add support to your IKEA bed.
  
  DIY Bed Frame for $10 shows a basic solution.Reinforcing an Ikea Bed gets a bit more sophisticatedIkea makes Sultan, a leg for their center beam. You may be able to modify it to work with your bed.Bedclaw makes an adjustable height leg specifically for this type of application
  
  To reinforce your IKEA frame, the minimum modifications we’d recommend are:
  
  
• Use solid slats [just get 1×3 from lumber yard or Home Depot, et al], or buy a slat kit like this one.
  
• Add support legs to underside of center beam [we recommend using at least 2]
  
• Add support beams with legs: Universal Bed Slats Center Support System Adjustable Tubular Steel with 4 Legs
  
  Additional support may be needed, depending on the way the bed is engineered. Thanks for coming to the Reddit community with your inquiry. We hope this helps and please contact Spindle if you need additional information.

I bought a 8" foam mattress from Amazon over a year ago. I was skeptical, but for ~$200, it was worth it (and I needed a Mattress, ASAP).

They sent it to me vacuum sealed, which was amazing! You opened the box and opened the seal.. and there it goes! It sucked up all the air, and filled out super fast.

Its an amazing mattress. Still as firm as the day I bought it. Seriously, this is the best mattress I've ever slept on and it was delivered to my door! And you can't beat the price.

IMO, worth it from Amazon. The foam mattresses are wonderful (Can't comment on spring, but I highly suggest the foam mattresses, they are much more firm than you think!). My only suggestion is make sure you buy a cover for your mattress!

Yea, the shipping time was a bummer, but hopefully that wait will be worth it. Here is the frame we got, its the same as the one on their site just cheaper and Ken, the owner of AZPM recommended it:

Zinus Smart Base

I did look at the Eco sleep but I don't think it's all natural Talalay and we liked the CombiZone coils which are an upgrade from the uniform coils of the Eco Sleep. We figured if we were going to spend on a mattress, we might as well drop two hundred more and get a better mattress. You can definitely feel the zoned coils.

While I don't believe you would be able to stay on their Medicaid plan it is worth contacting the appropriate agency and finding out for sure. That could potentially be huge savings.

Some more things I thought of that might be helpful:

• You will need furnishings in your new apartment. Buy as much as possible from places like Goodwill, Habitat Restore, and Craigslist. You can get basic appliances, cookware, plates, utensils, as well as furniture from these sources very cheap. You should be able to furnish your kitchen with the basics for a few hundred bucks. You can rent trucks by the hour from Lowe's and Home Depot for pretty cheap if you need to haul larger items from the store or to go pick up from someone. Inspect any furniture thoroughly for bedbugs, especially things like couches as that is not something you will want to deal with in the future and can be costly to fix.
  
  
• That said, don't buy a used mattress. It's gross and you're unlikely to get a good deal anyway. Also don't go to a local mattress seller because their markup is insane. Buy a cheap memory foam mattress like this one from Amazon. Your back will thank you and you'll save a bunch of money.

I got a Zinus off Amazon after mentioning that I was planning on getting an Endy to a friend. I have the 12" thick King and it's been amazing, probably the best mattress I've had definitely the best value mattress I've had. Almost no motion transfer with someone else in the bed, right on my taste for the soft/firm balance.

I did notice while I was planning towards buying one that pricing fluctuated by about $50 every 10 days or so. Seems the mean pricing is about $475 so wait a bit and it will get there.

https://www.amazon.ca/Zinus-Gel-Infused-Green-Memory-Mattress/dp/B01NANZ3HQ/ref=sr_1_7?crid=SA9E2X7CIU42&keywords=zinus%2Bmattress&qid=1568929909&s=gateway&sprefix=zinus%2Caps%2C280&sr=8-7&th=1

actually, i'd try amazon. we got a really amazing mattress, topper, and headboard/bed frame for about $1000 and they delivered right to our door.

if you are looking for something cheaper, this mattress is shockingly comfortable - we have it in our guest room and my VERY picky best friend loved it. you can get a great bed frame for cheap, too, there are a bunch on amazon.

i'm all for shopping local, but easy is also important.

My wife’s birthday is coming up and I plan on surprising her with this vanity. The problem is, she is used to this Simple Human mirror, which she says has awesome light. The vanity of course has no light and will unfortunately be located in a relatively dark spot in our bedroom. What I would like to do is mount two strips of lights along the sides of the center mirror. The best I can find that is not too wide for the wood, yet (I think) still has decent dimmable light is this soft white light strip from Home Depot. It fits perfectly along the wood, isn’t too gaudy, and puts off either an incredibly bright soft white or a bit more subdued soft white light. But being a guy, I don’t have much experience with this subject. My goal is to hear, “It’s perfect!” and not, “I love it, but…”, so any help anyone can give me would be extremely appreciated. Thanks.

I have experience with amazon. We bought this memory foam a little over a year ago. Absolutely love it! still wake up regularly talking about how amazing it is. It is a bit of a dice roll, but we had a friend who had purchased that exact one and we were able to test it out at their place. I definitely recommend

If you have the space (or space on top of the roof of your car), I highly recommend bringing a futon mattress.

If you don't have space for an entire futon mattress, but would have space for equivalent volume in a different format and want to sleep like a pretty princess, I really recommend getting two 4" thick tri-fold twin foam mattress like this and strapping them together and putting a king sized sheet over the top. (That's what we do.)

I bought this brand mattress about 18 months ago for a guest bedroom and everyone seems to love it. It's not a TempurPedic but I've slept on it and it is very comfortable. It also came with free shipping courtesy of Amazon Prime. You really can't beat the price.

I double wrap all of my mattresses in water proof/bed bug proof covers and double the sheets but I bet most people don't. You're really playing the lottery buying a used mattress and that isn't something I would be willing to gamble with, not when you can get a brand new mattress for a couple hundred bucks.

There is also a company called Mattress Firm and they occasionally have $50 for $200 Groupon's. Basically, you pay $50 and get a $200 voucher in the store. You can do the same haggling that you would otherwise but take $200 off the sticker price.

You've gotten some good tips about the plywood, but you could also consider getting a metal foundation to fit inside the frame you buy, and skip the wooden slats. I did this with my bed; the metal foundation fits perfectly inside the wooden bed frame, and you don't even see the legs on the sides. Bonus: no creaking!

I’m so sorry for the late reply. I didn’t see the question until now.

Ours is this one.. It’s firm but comfy. I love it so much that I wouldn’t want to go back to a normal, softer, real mattress.

It also easily folds down in an instant even with the fitted sheet on so it’s super convenient to just put aside when you need more space or to clean up the room.

I bought a DreamFoam Latex Mattress, they're not super expensive and you can customize to the exact firmness you want. I got a 3.5, which is pretty firm (think Ikea mattress firmness) on their scale. The top of it is super soft/cool bamboo fiber, and its definitely the most comfortable mattress I've ever slept on.

If you have the space to transport get a folding foam mattress like this one.

Best Choice Products 4in Thick Folding Portable Full Mattress Topper w/ High-Density Foam, Washable Cover https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01INZBCJG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_b6rlDb7ACS9NC

Almost as good as sleeping on a real mattress.
Then the pro move is to get a folding bed frame with tall legs. This frame will fit above most storage bins, definitely the blacks ones with yellow lids! Now you don’t have to sleep on the floor AND you have storage for your bins!

Zinus Casey 18 Inch Premium SmartBase Mattress Foundation / 4 Extra Inches high for Under-bed Storage / Platform Bed Frame / Box Spring Replacement / Strong / Sturdy / Quiet Noise-Free, Full https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017YETJFG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_M-rlDbTKAH4X0

I got the full size mattress and frame and it’s turned our 10x14 Kodiak into an actual bedroom.

Girlsplaywow is a jerk but lizzieisrad should be lizzieisajerk for asking for something as expensive as this RADICALLY AWESOME BED TENT YO

Thank you for your contribution to RAoA and your amazing generosity!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00W67PAPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_b7Y7Cb23E1XEM

This is the one I used. I made the top on three pieces with the middle screwed down and the outer two on piano hinges so I could lift up the edges to access the space below.

The 4" mattress sounds thin but it is super comfortable, the whole family of three slept on there last weekend and no issues. I worried that I might wish I got the 6 inch thick one, but I'm glad I didn't and kept the extra headroom instead.

I live in a major US city and storage space is at a premium for me. I also wanted to make my place look 'normal' e.g. not advertise my preparedness to guests. What I did is replace my box spring and bed stand with a platform bed to create discrete under the bed storage for lots of food, water, and gear. I keep my BoB, several 7 gallon Reliance Aquatainers filled with water, several 5 gallon buckets with gamma lids for food (a mix of bulk grains, dehydrated meals, and ready to eat snacks), and several Roughneck plastic totes (portable power, medical supplies, cleaning and toiletry supplies, extras from building my Bob, tools, etc) under there, with room for more. Easily 2 weeks worth of preps readily accessible, well organized, and out of sight behind a bed skirt in what looks like a regular bedroom. Kind of a small point, I know, but it has helped tremendously for keeping track of my preps and providing a little peace of mind, in my case.

Edit: link

This mattress is amazing. I mention it every time someone needs a frugal mattress recommendation on here because I love it so much. It's the best sleep I've ever had for the price of a regular crappy mattress.

The BF and I have been sleeping on it for 10 months and I never have back pain, hardly ever wake up in the in the middle of the night (which I used to constantly on a regular mattress), and his tossing and turning does not shake the entire mattress.

It doesn't get hot as some people worry about either, and no permanent indentation so far. I am 150 lb and he is 180 lb, if that helps.

Plus it can be delivered straight to you, make sure you air it out!

I got this mattress and this frame along with this mattress protector. I've been happy so far and I am sleeping better than before. I have lower back issues and need good support. This is a firm mattress and it takes a couple minutes for you to sink in, especially the first month. After the first month or so it does not take as long for the foam to shape to you.

I grew up sleeping on futons and mattresses on the floor, so I agree they're comfortable. But having to air them out, leave them in the sun, store nothing underneath, etc. turns out to not really be that minimalist (especially with your time). Get this minimalist bedframe and this minimalist foam mattress in whatever size you need. Feels like a futon without all the disadvantages.

The bedframe is particularly nice because it's all metal, so doesn't wear out like other platform beds that use wooden slats like IKEA's. I had to wrap the corners with duct tape because I keep banging my shins into them.

I got a $300-400 king from amazon, it's held up for 6 months so far. Researched it and everyone was pretty happy with it. If it lasts more than a couple years, I'm good.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NANZ3HQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I got an amazing 12 inch one from Amazon!

Edit: it's this one

Zinus Memory Foam 12 Inch / Premium / Cloud-like Mattress, Queen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012H0K93I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6xsDAb9N5SP8B

I also got this pillow and it's absolutely perfect.

Hypoallergenic Pillow – ADJUSTABLE THICKNESS Bamboo Shredded Memory Foam Pillow - Kool-Flow Micro-Vented Bamboo Cover, Dust Mite Resistant & Machine Washable - Premium Quality - MADE IN USA - QUEEN https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V909F4M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_QvsDAbYV08JDW

If you weren't in a single I would recommend this because privacy is awesome. But since you are, definitely have stuff to cook with in your dorm room. Find out what is legal to have in your dorm, but you would be amazed at the stuff you can make with a coffee maker.

So far its been great. I bought this one in a "7" out of 10, 10 being most soft. Latex is a fast-acting foam so it has a similar feel to the way an innerspring would react, rather than slow-acting memory foam. Like I said its only been a week, but so far I am pleased and would buy again.

Oh and if you decide to go with this mattress buy it from their website where you can get a 10% discount amazon doesn't give.

We bought a fold up bed online. It folds into a little couch/seat or pulls out into a bed. Our toddler is still sleeping in our bed, so we have this mattress in his room and can pull it out whenever the mood strikes. When we don't use it as a bed, it's folded and we use it for a comfy place to sit and play with my toddler. It's also super handy when someone isn't feeling well, because we will pull it into the living room and we can lay down together and watch movies :)

Milliard Tri Folding Mattress Full, with Ultra Soft Removable Cover and Non-Slip Bottom (Full) https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00W67PAPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jR.zDb1QXHN0Q

You can also get one's that will fold into a proper looking "couch" with a back rest.

Hope you guys find something that works for you!

I need help making my bed more sturdy.

Pictures: https://imgur.com/a/QnUyL

I just bought a king sized bed along with a king sized heavy 200lb latex mattress. I myself weigh 225lbs and the manufacturer told me the bed could support 600 lbs+ easily. Last night while having sex on it it already came close to breaking, luckily we stopped in time. The two middle support beam legs slid out from under the bed. I don't think there is permanent damage but it definitely was scary and it killed the mood. I haven't even had the bed for an entire week yet!

The entire bed frame is a custom made solid wood bed with metal on metal construction. There is six legs total, four corner legs and the two legs for the two center beams. Quite frankly though, I feel they don't give enough support to the middle of the bed. The two center rails are 1" x 2"s. The middle legs seem to slip out all the time despite me using as much strength as possible to adjust the feet. It doesn't seem well designed.

How can I go about reinforcing it a bit and making it reliable for sex? Would it be good to put a 1x4 or a 2x4 between the two legs so they don't slide out? Should I put some of these heavy duty 2,000lb levelers on the sides of each center support leg to give it some side to side resistance?

I'm also thinking of running a few 1x4s or 2x4s between the two center rails then attaching these legs.

What is your thoughts? How would you go about reinforcing my bed?

https://imgur.com/a/ZkqDDCi

Still not great lighting in my opinion. The carpeted room is the bedroom and the hardwood is the living/dining room.

Edit: Damn I found one I really like, but it's like $150 more than I want to spend. I'm trying to keep it under $200 and it's $325.

Edit2: Here's a few ones I've found today that I like more.

https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-Sonoma-Metal-Platform-Support/dp/B06XMY9D5K/ref=sr_1_15?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1539703089&sr=1-15&keywords=queen+bed&refinements=p_n_size_browse-bin%3A368699011

https://www.costco.com/Blackstone-Elite-Kerrigan-Twin-Panel-Bed-Frame.product.100376052.html - This one is a little more expensive if I want the brown color.

https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-Ironline-Platform-Headboard-Optional/dp/B075FGY7G2/ref=sr_1_6?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1539703089&sr=1-6&keywords=queen%2Bbed&refinements=p_n_size_browse-bin%3A368699011&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-Tuscan-Metal-Platform-Support/dp/B06WWF1P78/ref=sr_1_29?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1539703089&sr=1-29&keywords=queen+bed&refinements=p_n_size_browse-bin%3A368699011

we got a new mattress from amazon. it came flattened and rolled in a tube. it was quite affordable (king size). best money i've ever spent. this is the mattress: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000WZTVRG/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1.

we put it on this frame: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TGHI56Y/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1.

easy to assemble, quiet, and plenty of room for storage underneath. it's not hard and not soft, it's perfect and it holds it's shape and is very comfortable. i'm also a side sleeper and i have chronic lower-back problems.

We got this one for a day bed. Depending on if you get a full or twin or a 6" or 8" you can stay in the neighborhood of $100. It's firm, but comfortable, good for naps.

Another Zinus mattress recommendation. I got this one and it’s only $277 on Amazon right now! I bought it in October 2017 & it’s still great. Prior to that I’d always buy $600+ Sealy and Sertas. Never again! We live in good times for mattresses.

The mattress is a Milliard Tri Folding Mattress I purchased on Amazon.ca. I wouldn't use it as a bed indoors but it seems like it will be comfortable enough to sleep on when I'm camping in the truck. We could have used an air mattress but I want to do some winter camping and I figure this will be a lot warmer.

We've got very limited space to store it when it's not in use so the tri-folding setup was key.

Amazon! We've put together a lot of IKEA furniture in our years together, and this bed was a freaking breeze. It's super sturdy and has been such a great steal! *fwiw-- our mattress is from the same company and it's awesome too!

I just bought this mattress off Amazon after someone here recommended it:
http://www.amazon.com/Best-Price-Mattress-8-Inch-Memory/dp/B00GTCAY04

I slept on it for the first time last night and it was sooooo comfy. I was very skeptical at first since it's so cheap, but I'm happy I bought it. I have a twin so I can't tell you for sure that the queen is big enough. However, the twin was exactly the right size.

Or Amazon one for $90- my kids both have this one and it's super comfortable.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MR51N1S/ref=twister_B07PWN8YY1

I don't know how well this would work but have you considered something like this? (maybe 2 of them stacked?) https://www.amazon.com/LUCID-Folding-Mattress-Removable-Outdoor/dp/B01M4NBIK6/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1486887007&sr=1-1&keywords=folding+king+mattress

This one's thicker and has better reviews but Queen is as large as they go: https://www.amazon.com/Milliard-Tri-fold-Mattress-Removable-Non-Slip/dp/B00W67PH2Q/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1486887084&sr=1-1&keywords=folding+queen+mattress

For around the same price you can get a nice memory foam mattress sent to you via Amazon. My roommate and I both have [this one] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0050JL4TC?cache=7d3a78c4c38336227bc8dc580e5d16d8&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1410152954&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1) and it's great.

Sure thing! We've loved the Zinus Memory Foam mattresses, both Green Tea and not Green Tea:

Twin and Other Twin

Queen and Foldable Box Spring

Full

So I’m my anchor partner and I are both strongman competitors, she’s 6’ 1”, between 230-240 depending on where we are in a season and I’m 5’ 10” generally right around 260-280.

So just the two of us are right 550 usually.

We bought a Zinus Dawn 14 inch frame off amazon for about $159 it’s rated to 1200lbs, so perfect for us and our other partners. It’s a slight bigger than king size with nice rubber feet too keep it from sliding, though I still put a rug under it.

We affectionately call it orgy sized.


link

Here's a similar 12" thick pillow top mattress and a steel frame, both with free prime shipping:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012H0K93I

Extemely strong steel bedframe that eliminates a box spring and fits storage boxes underneath:

https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-SmartBase-Mattress-Foundation-Replacement/dp/B00BWC1X3S/

First of all, you really don't want to spend a great deal on time on an air mattress. Here's the absolute cheapest, semi decent looking bedframe I could find: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071JGCBH8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_nwHQDbXYFMMMD. Here's a cheap matress with decent reviews: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005G5RZIY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uAHQDbG5RQ2R3. Here's a cheap set of sheets/comforter: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Mainstays-Indigo-Plaid-8-Piece-Bed-in-a-Bag-Bedding-Comforter-Set-Full/49909351?selected=true

Nest, throw away the bottles/cans. Eventually, you'll want better quality stuff. But this should last until you're on your feet. If this is your first apartment, the next sets of items you'll need are cleaning supplies, plates and utensils, a plunger, towels, cooking supplies, a first aid kit, and a tool set. After, go to IKEA and pick out a plant and some cheap decorations, a bookshelf for your books, and a rug.

I wanted something like this. I got that one 2 days ago, and it was fantastic, huge 6 inch tall and very comfy, but it was almost 2 inches too wide for the daybed.

I'm wondering if anyone has tried something like that and can confirm it fits properly.

My parents who are in their 60s with little wood working experience just built one using this kit. It takes a bit of time but it turned out great! Kit comes with a detailed instructional video and all the hardware needed for the bed, all you need to supply is the wood and paint.

I recently built a murphy bed and would recommend that you use a kit that has the end legs like this (https://www.amazon.com/Queen-Size-Deluxe-Murphy-Bed-Vertical/dp/B00CYPV29W). I did not and it is a lot more work and does not look as nice.

For the color i recently built a vanity with solid birch and also have cabinets that are birch. It tends to have knots and it's natural finished look is very similar to hickory so getting a clean look like this with solid birch rail and stiles might be tough. You could probably get some cherry plywood and some Cherry stick on edge banding and that would provide you with the look from the picture.

I love this bed frame Zinus Demetric 14 Inch Elite SmartBase - https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-SmartBase-Mattress-Foundation-Replacement/dp/B00BWC1UDG

And I am a huge advocate of DIY Latex mattresses.

https://diymattress.net/

http://mattress.bryanthecomputerguy.com

We have one! We live in a 700sq ft 2 bed apartment and we put the Murphy bed in 3 years ago when I started working from home. My office is also the guest room. We bought one of the kits that provides all the instructions and hardware and cut the wood ourselves.

A couple of notes:
It def did not destroy the wall.
It has changed the way we use the space, in such a positive way.
The precision of the cuts was REALLY important.
And having enough space to cut, and assemble the bed was a challenge.
The legs provided in the kit are garbage- we don’t use them- we made alternatives

10/10 we would build and use a Murphy bed again. It is so convenient. Since we did it our friends and family have done the same. This is the kit we used (I think): Murphy bed

Yep. I have one of these that I bought almost 2 years ago, as I just graduated college was poor, and had an Amazon gift card.

I got this one:

http://www.amazon.com/LinenSpa-Triple-Layer-Mattress-25-Year-Warranty/dp/B0050JL4TC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1373573691&sr=8-1&keywords=lucid+12

I have no complaints except, I might go for the 10" or the 8", as the 12" is just too big and regular sheets struggle to fit it. Its too thick and I suspect the 10" would be the perfect size, but the 8" would probably work fine too.

No complaints about comfort, smell, wear after use, or anything like that. I would purchase again in a thinner model, even now that I have money saved up.

Where are you going? Been to Afgan recently.
Dont bring all your gear from cif and rfi I brought all mine it sucks carrying. Try and just bring a bunch of thermals and then like your fleece and maybe your Wet weather gear. Also bring a nice fucking collapsing chair. All of the ones we had broke so we had some people buy some for tons of money or buy like 3 $25 chairs from bazar because they kept breaking. Also some carabiners or life savers so you can just hook gear and your m4 to shit and body armor. Also a plastic bed cover if you're like me and done wanna sleep in old ass beds without a layer between. Civ shorts and shirts for to and from toilet. Nice headlamp preferably rechargeable and a lightbulb for tents or rechargeable light for your personal area in the tent or bay. Personal mug cakes really helped something sweet from home if your in like Dalke. A soft gator neck mil spec on sucks. Strong allergy meds, a couple portable batterys 20000, a solid state external battery my traditional one broke from a small drop the SSD ones wont break easy. Paracord and duck tape, the rfi winter boots are good since the show soaks through your summer boots easy and you ur feet will be cold af. One of those big ass roller duffles helps and a tough box. Good set of eye pro its required some fobs.



Privacy Pop Bed Tent (Twin) - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006XBJ3UI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FIjEDbT5MWBTC

20000mAh Quick Charge Power Bank, meiyi QC 3.0 Portable Battery Charger with 3 USB Output Ports, LED Display QC 2.0 Input External Battery Pack for iPhone iPad Samsung Android Phones - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075T7N4P1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gOjEDbMEHFKWB

I personally did spend more. I have this and this in a full size. Would recommend both. I get a lot of compliments on the frame/headboard because it looks so much more expensive than the price. Amazon is the bombdiggity man.

I've been thinking about getting two futons for my parents and friends to use when they visit us (in nyc). We do not want a dedicated bed for the few times that we have people visit, but air mattresses just aren't cutting it. I do worry about comfort, and was thinking of having the futon plus some tri-fold foam things like this for them to use. Do you think that would be plenty comfortable enough?

You want a mattress to be able to breathe, so plywood wouldn't be too good, and more slats wouldn't add all that much more support. A support down the middle would be easiest, but legs like that can get skewed over time and lead to badness.

You could use a 2x4, short side up, and a leg that's stabilized so it won't move out from under the 2x4. You can actually buy these, but you could make a much beefier one out of 2x2. I can go into detail on that if that's the way you want to go.

Another way to go would be to add 1x2 to each slat, oriented vertically so it makes a t shape, and add blocks between the 1x2s to tie them all together for weight distribution.

You can get a queen memory foam mattress on Amazon for just over $200. I have one and it's great.

Found it! Thank you! [Link] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005DC58QG/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474787916&sr=8-1-fkmr0&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=St.%2BCroix%2BCollection%2BVanity%2BSet%2Bwith%2BStool%2C%2BCherry&th=1&psc=1) for those interested.

I'm not a fan of collapsible metal frames so I am probably not the best person to ask. I prefer solid wood frames, with wood slats.

But since you did ask, I would not get the one you referenced. I do not like those wire-thin supports at all. I imagine they will slowly cut indentations into the foam base of the mattress. But if you like that general design, here is a similar one except with steel bar supports rather than wire-thin supports:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BWC1UDG

Even so, the spaces between the metal bars are wide, more than 5-inch I think. I suggest either taking the cardboard box the frame comes in and covering over the surface of the bed frame with cardboard, or else get some hardboard or pegboard from Home Depot to cover the frame with (try to get something that does not have any formaldehyde in it)

What is your budget?
So I have the 12 inch version of this for my full time apartment bed and love it, cured my back issues, Zinus Ultima Comfort Memory Foam 6 Inch Mattress, Full
the 6 inch is only 100 bucks. I'd imagine you could roll it up when not in use.

Last road trip I slept on a wooden board, with cheap foam, and just camping inflatable 2 inch mats. My back was a mess after 2 weeks on the road.

If it was me and I did it all over again, I'd toss 100 bucks at something decent.

You can find a cheap mattress on Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/Master-Ultima-Comfort-Memory-Mattress/dp/B005G5RZIY/ref=sr_1_7?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1481128683&sr=1-7&keywords=mattress

I have a more expensive model from this same company and it's been amazing so far. The cheaper version should be enough to hold you over for six weeks.

I have this one and I love it. https://www.amazon.com/Bobkona-Croix-Collection-Vanity-Cherry/dp/B005DC58QG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468360435&sr=8-1&keywords=vanity+cherry

We bought one of these on Black Friday, love it

Zinus Memory Foam 12 Inch / Premium / Cloud-like Mattress, Queen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012H0K93I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_x0XxDbFSZW9N9

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GTCAY04/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

I got this one and it's surprisingly good. Great for the price, but I should have gone w/ the 12. If I had gone wit the 12 inch I would have kept it until it wore out.

I'll have to get you exact dimensions, but mine sits a little under two feet high and we are using a tri-fold mattress: Milliard Tri Folding Mattress Full, with Ultra Soft Removable Cover and Non-Slip Bottom (Full) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00W67PAPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_uDJxzbKNXANCS

This fits snug across the width, from window to window, and folds away nicely to not make you have a bed that is permanently in the way or immediately accessible to the dogs after a muddy walk.

See my other post for photos.

Similar to the other, but here's my shot

http://imgur.com/UUfaIKM


This is small enough to where you might want a pull-down bed like this:

http://www.amazon.com/Queen-Size-Deluxe-Murphy-Bed-Vertical/dp/B00CYPV29W

I got mine on Amazon. It wasnt super hard to put together and I'm happy with the quality.

These bed frames by Zinus are great. You just have to unfold it and put the corner braces in place. No tools. Took me less than 10 minutes to do it myself. I have the 18" one and keep large Rubbermade totes under it. There's more storage under my bed than in my closet.

14" height

18" height

Go for https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-SmartBase-Mattress-Foundation-Replacement/dp/B00BWC1UDG seems it's might be a good product for reasonable price

Zinus Suzanne Metal and Wood Platform Bed with Headboard / Box Spring Optional / Wood Slat Support, Queen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075FGY7G2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_c3rnDbMG7Q89A

Your becoming an adult ... Time to straight up just sit down with your roomy and say, I need to rub the muffin and we need to figure this out. as for the boys on the other side of the wall, they are probably jerking off. I did find this interesting thing on amazon ask for it for Christmas.

Privacy Pop Bed Tent (Twin) - BLACK

https://www.amazon.com/Privacy-Pop-Bed-Tent-Twin/dp/B006XBJ3UI

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Check out these privacy pop tents on amazon, troops on deployment and kids at summer camp use them to get some privacy

https://www.amazon.com/Privacy-Pop-PP-BLACK-TWIN-Bed-Tent/dp/B006XBJ3UI

I'm dealing with a similar situation atm and I fall back on meditation and self hypnosis, because for some reason people understand that a person doing those things is to be left in peace, and it doesn't seem to make anyone insecure. It gives me the sort of battery charge a far longer amount of time alone doing nothing in particular would. I'm not sure how you could live like that long term though, tbh.

https://amzn.to/2wIDRNd is the exact one. We previously used something like this: https://amzn.to/2NLuZgW . BIG upgrade with the new one.

Well then don't fret, they have a kit for all sizes!

[Right here] (https://www.amazon.com/Queen-Size-Deluxe-Murphy-Bed-Vertical/dp/B00CYPV29W)

I got this memory foam mattress for my student athlete kiddo who plays a contact sport and is always sore. It has been a winner so far. We got it for $299 in a queen in August but they are currently sold out. Maybe contact the seller and see if they will be getting any more in.

Zinus Memory Foam 12 Inch / Premium / Cloud-like Mattress, Queen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012H0K93I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_X41-Bb6HQT40E

Another vote for Zinus, but in a different flavor. Zinus Elite Mattress Foundation. We have three of these, and they're solid. They're foldable, and they assemble in minutes with zero tools.

Amazon, of course. Look for 16 or even 18 inch high frames. I even found an open-box one for even cheaper.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017YETJFG

Where did you buy them? I've been looking at the Zinus Ironline/Suzanne and the green tea mattress, and together they're about $600.

Name: "Privacy Pop Bed Tent"

$130

Purchase Link:
https://www.amazon.com/Privacy-Pop-PP-BLACK-TWIN-Bed-Tent/dp/B006XBJ3UI

its just this thing: https://www.amazon.com/Privacy-Pop-Bed-Tent-Twin/dp/B006XBJ3UI/ref=sr_1_11?keywords=black+tent&qid=1567971393&s=gateway&sr=8-11 sitting on the ground with my mattress inside

Bed tent.

https://www.amazon.com/Privacy-Pop-Bed-Tent-Twin/dp/B006XBJ3UI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1536114229&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=bed+tent+twin&psc=1

Hammock and Hammock Stand

Bed Frame and Mattress


Table and I stole a folding chair from my Uni to go along with the table.

https://www.amazon.com/Privacy-Pop-PP-BLACK-TWIN-Bed-Tent/dp/B006XBJ3UI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1486653648&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=bed+tent&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-Memory-Premium-Cloud-like-Mattress/dp/B012H0K93I/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1487349893&sr=8-3&keywords=memory+foam+mattress+zinus

we got this one

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Q7EPV8O/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_11?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

they also have a gel version for a little more

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NANZ3HQ/ref=twister_B071JTMSBD?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

we have this one for our guest room which is softer

https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-Memory-Premium-Cloud-like-Mattress/dp/B012H0K93I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1497978299&sr=8-2&keywords=zinus+gel

Got your back

Here's the frame, just bought it myself last week. https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-Ironline-Platform-Headboard-Optional/dp/B075FGY7G2/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=Zinus+bed+frame&qid=1559326610&s=gateway&sr=8-4

Also live in a basement apartment. Get one of these to keep your bed off the ground in case of flooding (and also bugs):

https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-SmartBase-Foundation-Replacement-Noise-Free/dp/B017YETJFG/ref=lp_3733101_1_9?s=furniture&ie=UTF8&qid=1498783775&sr=1-9

Zinus Platform bed from Amazon

Bed/Indoor Tent

Pico Projector

Cut to Size

Privacy pop tent. $130
Sauce
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006XBJ3UI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_BL6LAb2G3EZG1

have you checked amazon.com? i don't know your budget but they have some inexpensive mattress.amazon mattress

Got this for car camping. Never looked back.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W67PH2Q/

Not exactly a tatami but I have a fold-able foam mattress. It can roll up but you need to kind of manhandle it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W67PH2Q/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

http://www.amazon.ca/LinenSpa-Triple-Layer-Mattress-25-Year-Warranty/dp/B0050JL4TC/ref=sr_1_6/179-0815634-2776609?ie=UTF8&qid=1414680380&sr=8-6&keywords=lucid+mattress

People swear by this mattress

Sorry it's $85

Zinus Memory Foam 6 Inch Green Tea Mattress, Twin https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MR51N1S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4KEsDbW7WXNX2

I'm seriously considering this with a custom sliding frame for mine.

A bed with a real mattress.

http://www.amazon.com/LinenSpa-Triple-Layer-Viscoelastic-Mattress-Warranty/dp/B0050JL4TC/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=17MJGPKXODNO7&coliid=I3ULVVCAUBGFOF

Because I sleep on a crappy sofa-cot thing and I'm getting too old to live like a college student slash it's kind of making my back hurt now.

Saving Private Ryan.