Discover the Difference of an Afloat California King Mattress
Our California king waterbed mattress is the same size as a conventional innerspring or memory foam California king mattress. If you’re unfamiliar, a California king mattress measures 72” W x 84” L, which is four inches narrower than a standard king, but also four inches longer. This makes a California king waterbed mattress perfect for couples as well as taller sleepers.
While our California king waterbed mattress may share its size with conventional mattresses, that’s where the similarities end. Nothing conforms to the body like water, so pressure points and lower back pain are naturally relieved. It’s also true that water never sags, so your mattress stays the same throughout its lifetime.
Comfort is key with an Afloat California king mattress. Our solid-state temperature control system ensures you’re at your optimal sleep temperature throughout the night. There’s no way to describe the feeling of sleeping atop a waterbed mattress at the perfect temperature. Beyond the comfort of the bed, you can save on energy costs by letting your mattress do the work! Simply set the water temperature to the right level of warmth for you, and you’ll be comfortable regardless of the air temperature in the house.
Taking comfort up another notch, Afloat offers a memory foam mattress topper specifically made for your mattress. If you prefer the feel of memory foam, or simply want to add more firmness to the mattress, this is one option you’ll want to include. By adding a memory foam mattress topper, you’ll get the best of both worlds with no compromise!
Weight Considerations
A California king size waterbed can weigh as much as 1900 pounds, fully filled. However, it’s important to remember that the weight of the bed is distributed evenly over a relatively large area, so in reality our waterbeds are safe for most homes. If you live in an older home not built to code, you’ll want to make sure it’s structurally sound before adding a new waterbed.
Water Considerations
A California king size waterbed holds more than 235 gallons of water. At average water pressure, it takes about 30-40 minutes to fill with a garden hose. Aside from moving the bed or performing a repair, you’ll only need to do this once. In the event that the bed does need to be drained, you can use the same garden hose to route the water outside. As we mentioned above, floors built to modern code can support the weight of the water without worry.
California King Size Waterbed Pricing
A California king size waterbed costs between $1250 - $4200, depending on the model and options, which means it’s priced similarly to a conventional, high-quality mattress. Of course, there are benefits to a waterbed that you won’t find anywhere else, including the aforementioned full-body contouring and precise temperature control. If you’ve ever rested on a float atop a body of water, you already know the calming effects a waterbed offers!
What Makes Our Waterbed Mattress Unique
Our California king waterbed mattress is made of high-quality, long-lasting, virgin vinyl. In addition, thick, reinforced four-layer corners give it extra strength. The waveless waterbed mattress design includes three layers of wave-reducing fiber, plus an additional three layers of lumbar fiber support to help ease back pain. You will experience the comfort and healthy benefits a waterbed has to offer, with approximately 90% motion reduction!
In addition to the technical features, an Afloat California king waterbed mattress keeps your spine in optimal alignment, regardless of whether you sleep on your back, stomach or side. This is because, unlike conventional mattress materials, water displaces precisely with your curves. Even memory foam can’t compete with the conformity of water. Even so, a memory foam topper is always available to provide you with a firmer sleep experience. Combine these benefits with temperature control and motion reduction, and you have the perfect mattress for you.
Additional Benefits of an Afloat Waterbed Mattress
An Afloat California king size mattress is quite possibly the most hypoallergenic sleep solution available. With a removable mattress cover you can wash at home, there’s nowhere for dust mites, pet dander and other common allergens to collect. Compare this to a conventional mattress, which can allow these allergens into the mattress itself!
With a conventional innerspring mattress, the springs will eventually sag. With an Afloat waterbed, sagging is literally impossible. Try as hard as you may - you can’t wear water out! This also means that, with proper care, you can expect your Afloat waterbed mattress to last a long time. We’re so confident in our quality that we offer a 20 year warranty. The first three years include full replacement of defective parts, with the following years prorated.
While memory foam offers a degree of conformability, it can never achieve the same results as a waterbed mattress from Afloat. Furthermore, memory foam is notorious for absorbing and trapping body heat, resulting in sweaty nights. With an Afloat waterbed mattress, any heat disperses throughout the water, leaving you cool and comfortable, all night long.
While memory foam offers a degree of conformability, it can never achieve the same results as a waterbed mattress from Afloat. Furthermore, memory foam is notorious for absorbing and trapping body heat, resulting in sweaty nights. With an Afloat waterbed mattress, any heat disperses throughout the water, leaving you cool and comfortable, all night long.
Our California King Size Waterbed Mattress Options
Our waterbed mattresses come in three versions, regardless of size: Afloat Essential, Afloat TOTAL, and Afloat XD. The Afloat TOTAL has more features than the Afloat Essential, while the Afloat XD has even more. This separation of features means that you can find the right waterbed mattress for your budget.
The Afloat Essential includes:
- Water mattress and liner
- Temperature control system
- Stretch-knit washable cover
- Smooth edge platform deck for a finished look and easier sheet fitting
- Foam perimeter rails for a comfortable sitting edge
- Wave suppression and support
- Optional memory foam for added firmness
The Afloat TOTAL includes all of the above, plus:
- Heavy-duty “lockdown” foam perimeter rails (maintains the foam perimeter for years)
- Afloat Total Care Kit, which includes everything to keep your water clean and hygienic
- Energy saving insulation system for optimal temperature and energy savings
The Afloat XD includes all of the above, plus:
- EModified depth for greater weight, allowing for a combined sleeper weight up to 500 lbs
In addition to the options above, you’ll want to choose a supporting base. Afloat offers two options at purchase: a Box Foundation with 7” Bed Frame, and a 16” Tall Space Saver. Which one to choose is a matter of personal preference. Do you prefer the traditional look of a boxspring? If so, the Box Foundation with 7” Bed Frame is the right choice for you. However, if you instead prefer to have easy access to storage under your Afloat mattress, then the 16” Tall Space Saver is a better choice.
Make the Move to Afloat
If you’re in the market for a new California king size mattress, you have a partner in Afloat. We design our waterbeds for easy installation, so you can spend more time resting in waterborne bliss. There’s no substitute for the full-body conformity and precise temperature control of an Afloat waterbed mattress. After all, we were there when waterbeds were popular in the 1980s, and we’ve reinvented them for the modern age.
Afloat is proud to offer free shipping to the 48 contiguous United States, excluding Alaska and Hawaii. Outside of this area, there is an extra charge. If you’re outside of the contiguous states and would like a shipping estimate prior to placing your order, you can contact us at service@hallflotation.com; simply include your name, phone number, and desired ship-to address, and we’ll be happy to provide you with the shipping details.
Purchase your new California king size waterbed mattress from Afloat, and experience the Afloat difference today!
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