Skip to main content. Home Guides Home Home Improvement Home Maintenance The Best Way to Roll Up an Air Mattress Rolling an air mattress, rather than only folding it, prevents creases. Chances are, your air mattress was rolled up in the best, most efficient way when put into its original package by the manufacturer. Rolling it back up into this same form allows it to be stored in a compact, manageable shape in a storage bag or box and ensures that it can be unrolled easily the next time you need it. Back to the Beginning If you have the original storage box or storage bag, place it on the ground next to the air mattress for a visual guide to the best final height for the rolled-up mattress. After opening the valve to release air, gently push down on the mattress to help force the air out. Fold the long sides in toward the center to create three equal columns, working slowly to avoid damaging the mattress as the air escapes. Roll the mattress from the top or bottom and place it back in its original container or storage bag.
If there isn't a box or bag, wrap a towel around it and secure a belt around the towel. The towel helps prevent abrasion and dents in the mattress from the belt. : /Getty Images Suggest a CorrectionHave you ever experienced a frustratingly broken night’s sleep because you had to keep getting up to pump air back into your mysteriously deflating air bed? The good news is that it definitely doesn’t have to be that way. Nowadays you can find sturdy air beds which will resist those unidentified spiky assassins and won’t leak in the twilight hours. In this review I’ll be looking at 4 of the most popular best air beds. Whether you need one for a camping trip or to accommodate extra guests in your home, hopefully you’ll find one that won’t let you down. Comfortable and durable auto-inflating mattress The SoundAsleep Dream Series air bed is my top pick, providing just the right combination of support, comfort and durability. The main plus is that it has a more extensive internal coil system than most other air beds.
If you’re sleeping with a partner, it means you’ll both be comfortable without too much dipping in the middle. And not only is it self-inflating, but it’s also one of the best mattresses on the market when it comes to not losing air pressure during the night. Here are the key points to note: The main downside is that those extra coils do increase the weight, which is something to bear in mind if you’re going to carry it on a camping trip. Overall, the SoundAsleep Dream Series is the best auto-inflating air mattress I’ve tried, earning top marks for quality, comfort and durability. The coils make it surprisingly comfortable to sleep on and it’s a great option for sharing with a partner. The Coleman Double High Support Rest is my recommended air mattress for camping. It takes top honors in the camping air bed category because of its sturdy design that can measure up to the harsh elements. Additionally, it has a reliable manual pump option for when you decide to truly rough it and leave creature comforts like electricity behind you.
Here are the main points to consider: The only real downside is that you have to buy the pump separately. Though that does mean you can choose a good one rather than rely on the cheaper one that’s often thrown in for free with air beds. Overall, the Coleman Double High Support Rest is a great air mattress for a night under the stars enjoying Mother Nature. You can pack it up and carry it easily, and with its sturdy design and easy inflation it’s a favorite of lovers of the great outdoors. An automatic top-up motor to prevent deflation In some ways a clone of the SoundAsleep Dream Series, the Insta-Bed comes with a little perk that not many air mattress can compete with. It takes the concept of auto-inflation to the next level with its ‘never flat pump system’. This is essentially a pressure monitor that continually checks the air inside, and tops it up if there’s a drop in air pressure. Not only does it prevent you from a rude awakening if the bed leaks overnight, but it also provides guarantees that the same pressure level you went to bed with is still there when you wake up the next morning.
Here are the key features: My main criticism is that you have to choose one of three set pressure levels, rather than inflating it to the exact level you like. So what the Insta-Bed delivers in originality and reliability, it loses in its rigid pressure settings. The guarantee of an air mattress not deflating is great, but if you can’t set it to the level you wanted in the first place, it’s a little underwhelming as a perk. It’s a solid choice, but if you’re fussy about the exact level of inflation, this might not be the one for you. The Intex Pillow Rest air bed is probably the best low-cost auto-inflating air mattress. What it lacks in amenities, it makes up for in affordability, height and convenience. Although for me, some of those convenience features actually take away from the mattress’s overall quality. The main downside is that the internal beams aren’t as extensive as the other air beds I’ve looked at, which can cause it to dip in the middle, especially with frequent use.
Secondly, the raised pillow is more of a hassle than a convenience. Most people prefer to use a normal pillow even on an air bed, so the additional height may be uncomfortable. There’s no deactivating the automatic pillow either. The Intex Pillow Rest makes sense if you’re on budget or if you’re only in need of an air mattress once in a while. The auto-inflation is a nice perk and the price is very reasonable. But if you’re a serious camper or going to use it for a long time, I’d probably stick with one of the previous air beds. Airbeds & Sleeping Pads Sleeping Pads Give a Full Nights' Rest, Anywhere While you're on that weekend camping excursion or overnight hunting trip, you want to make sure you're well-rested for that arduous hike or early morning up on your tree stand. Let Academy Sports + Outdoors help you with with your its selection of outdoor bedding accessories. Our airbeds consist of high-quality polyester and other materials to offer a soft, restful sleeping experience.