Waterbed Conditioner Tablets

Waterbed conditioners are essential component for any type of waterbed. If you own a soft-sided, hybrid or other tube type waterbed, most manufacturers recommend treating the water every six months to keep bacteria from gaining a foothold. So protect your investment and keep your soft-sided or hybrid waterbed clean and problem free by using waterbed conditioner tablets.

Left untreated the water in your bed can be a breeding ground for bacteria that can lead to unpleasant odors and damage to the mattress. In other words, your waterbed can quickly turn into something that resembles a grade school science project unless the water is properly conditioned.

Waterborne bacteria can multiply very rapidly. Most of us have seen a puddle of rain water standing in the warm sun for a day or two. Algae and other bacterial growths can be seen quite clearly and are often accompanied by a rather unpleasant, stale odor. Would you be surprised to know that the same conditions found in that puddle can exist inside your waterbed mattress.

Every manufacturer makes recommendations for the type of waterbed conditioner that should be used and the right amount. The amount of chemical conditioner used may depend on the type of water you have and can be influenced by a great many things. For example, the hardness or mineral content of the water is one factor that may determine the amount of the conditioner you use.

Never fill your waterbed tubes without using the proper waterbed conditioner tablet. If your bed has not been treated in awhile, or has noticeably bad water, the tubes will need to be completely drained. With the waterbed tubes empty, thoroughly inspect and look for wear spots or areas where the vinyl is brittle or discolored. Improper conditioning of the water can drastically shorten the life of the vinyl so check the tubes carefully.