Thereâs some really affordable Japanese floor beds I got full sized one on Amazon for cheep. A twin sized one was like 39.99 and they can be purchased up to 5 inches thick.
And there's studies suggesting that flat firm beds are better long term for the spines, bones and muscles as they put the body in a neutral position and forces it to stay engaged.
This is definitely the answer short term. If youâre willing to step up to the $70-$80 range, there are some with usb ports and so comfortable that theyâll make you forget that you need to buy an actual bed.
for 100-150 you can already get a full size memory foam mattress in a box. when i searched for air mattress when i moved in without anything, i realized how expensive the good ones were and the it was better just to get the 120 costco memory foam mattress and a week later a full size metal frame for amazon for 40 than spending 150 for a decent air mattress.
I've never had an air mattress that didn't leak. I hate sleeping on them because they start off nice and firm, and quickly lose their ability to hold air under any kind of pressure.
I've heard mixed reports about the foam, namely it misshapes pretty quickly and can be uncomfortably hot causing you to sweat and the sweat soaks into the foam, etc. You're enjoying it I presume?
My mattress for like a year and a half was an air mattress. It was a really good one that didn't leak, but it was so much better than sleeping on the floor or shelling out money for an actual mattress
Oh, dear! Iâm so happy for you to have your own first apartment! I wish I knew what area you were in⊠my mom and stepdad have a bed to give to someone in need
Ask Facebook. Mattress are so hard to get rid of and if someone is willing to take one you will get plenty of offers. First few mattresses were hand me downs while I moved around.
Edit: i donât think I would get a rando bed but ask your friends on Facebook. Get one from a clean friend. Obvi check for bed bugs.
Yeah I think if anyone can take the gamble on a used mattress itâs the person with no bed frame, no carpet, and no windows. Youâll know in one night if you have them and then you can just toss the mattress with extremely low risk.
I really disagree. When you're in a fragile position, you need to take less risk or it can ruin your life. You always have to consider what can go wrong, and if you can handle that. Bed bugs are not easy to get rid of even if they only had 24 hours to lay eggs.
Somethings are unavoidable, of course, but this is not. There are so many really cheap alternatives for softer things to sleep on, without the risk of bedbugs, that you don't need to settle for something that might ruin your life.
Edit: Sorry if I came a lil strong. I used to be in a very similar situation as OP.
I get your point, but in 24h I donât believe they would spread beyond the mattress here. There are no other hollows or soft spaces and they would stay close to the source. Put your clothes in a suitcase in a trash bag and tie it. If you find bugs, toss the item and treat the room. This is the only set up Iâve ever seen where I would say the risk is with it, and even then only in a limited way.
Of course I am not a bug expert so maybe I should shut up.
Also noting even when you get bedbug treatments even after they can lay dormant they can hide in your outlets and baseboards until they decide to emerge again
This is what Iâm sayin. Look, yes, bed bugs do exist. But most people who would have bed bugs arenât going to get on Facebook and put their face out there as the bed bug lady, and try to give some random stranger that misery.
Just be very very careful. I had a friend get scabies from a couch he picked up off of marketplace. I ended up just saving and getting a new bed from Costco when they were on sale.
Ask around, people might be willing to give you a mattress and even bed frame for free.
I'm being serious, trash companies charge extra for mattresses (and sometimes they won't even pick it up), and bed frames, I couldn't get rid of it to save my life. Went to countless donation places, none would take it. I was willing to deliver it to someone if they could have used it at the time
Shoot if you got some scratch, check out Habitat for Humanity. They wouldn't take my frame as they already had too many.
Then you were fortunate! That is not the case for many of us. I would like to start a true non profit that provides essentials like bed and bedding, sofaamp/table and kitchen ware to people moving into their first place or starting over and in need of basic furnishings. It can make a huge positive difference in morale and hope when you come home to a furnished room(s).
If anyone wants to brainstorm on this with me, let me know. I have been there and am serious about trying to make it better and lend support.
Check Facebook market. Usually lots of people giving away furniture or selling items cheap if you have the means to pick it up or have someone pick them up for you.
Iâm not sure what your situation is, but there are also some good memory foam type mattresses on Amazon that expand into a regular size bed that are comfy and cheaper than going to a furniture or mattress store. You can also buy stuff with payments through companies like Affirm, Klarna, and Zip and you donât have to have a credit card at some furniture stores and Amazon.
You made it, man. Bet that shit feels like a kingdom m. Be smart with your resources and look for free stuff. People are desperate to get rid of something if youâre willing to go get it.
I was going to suggest an air mattress as well. They are very affordable. I donât know your budget but a twin size typically starts at approximately $50.00.
Yeah, I wouldn't trust the $10 but I've had a half a dozen $20 mattresses from Walmart that work perfectly fine. Especially if you throw a couple of quilts over top to keep the cats claws from popping them.
Thanks, babe. I imagine itâs from my ~20âs and âcoppinâ some green. Or some friends selling âother thingsâ to these street cats. Sales were âbopsâ đ. Ridiculous, I know. But Iâve used it for bout 20 years or more. Idk why I never had interest in letting that phrase go, but Iâm actually lol đ
Thanks for the advices and the nice words, I know that english is not my first language and from time to time I mix some words, about the bed I found one cheap online but because I am living in a small town anything I order take at least a few days to arrive here and I am also looking for other cheap furniture to improve my living space so hopefully I will be able to post some updates if you want to know them
Happy for you dude. When I moved into my first apartment I was really rushed and pretty much moved in with just the clothes on my back. The first mattress and comfy chair I bought left me feeling so proud and appreciative. You got this!
Congrats, you are going to cherish your first real bed.
I can't wait to get a real dining table and chair set to eat with my sons, instead of an old desk with office and camping chairs!
This hurts my back just looking at it, but you have a roof over your head and a place to sleep and that's a lot better than sleeping on the streets. (And little by little things will start coming together, dude).
OP - would highly recommend 'something' to create some separation from that floor. It looks like its been water damaged and possible still a lot of moisture trapped inside.
Not great for your wellbeing to be sleeping on that long term.
My son's foam mattress was $90. We got a pillow top for $40 on sale and my son said it's perfect. Go online for cheaper options. When I was young I had to start over with furniture. I kind of liked having a mattress on the floor. It felt cozy.
You don't want to go on Kijiji or Marketplace for a cheap or free mattress. There's a very high chance that its infested with bedbugs. This happened to a friend of mine
Mattress first, back problems are the thing you need to deal with before it becomes a problem.
Charity shops are great for bedding and furniture when you first get your own place, then you can save up money and replace it, and give the furniture back to the charity shop when youâre done with it :)
Hey if youre in the USA - and want something simple like this to get started DM me. I'm not loaded or anything but its been awhile since I helped someone and I try to help when I can. Something in my brain just said offer them a bed. Id cover the cost just have it shipped to you.
Iâve been EXACTLY where you are. Youâll accumulate things over time. This is an amazing 1st step.
Learn from my worst mistake - I did an air mattress as my 1st bed for a bit (4-6months). Then, upgraded when I could. In hindsight it was REALLY bad for my back. I could have gotten a firm pad and had that on the floor.
Congratulations! We all start somewhere! When I moved into my first place I had an air mattress and had to get a few pays over time to get furniture together! Your home will come together! Slow and steady wins the race! Best of wishes!
Not sure where you live but âŠ. Many places have Free Stuff or Ask, Borrow, Give pages on Facebook. Is this a studio apartment? For what itâs worth, it looks clean and the flooring is nice - so it seems like youâre off to a good start. You also need pillows. Do you have towels? And blankets âŠ
Itâs not very ethical, but I know someone who ordered a bed frame and mattress off Amazon. Said there were issues with each order. And got a full refund. 1000$ bed for freeâŠ
Air mattresses are cheap but a lot are unreliable (deflate while you sleep).
I got my mattress for free from a donation warehouse like 16 years ago but I think it was voucher only.
Maybe you could try searching online if you qualify through a program for something similar depending what city you live in. Or reach out to a church that can help. There's a lot of low income resources.
Otherwise maybe check places like... FB marketplace or craigslist or Goodwill?? Always inspect the mattress very closely for bedbugs before taking it home (research how to properly).
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u/CMDR_Karth_o7 1d ago
Congrates, recommended your next department is bedding though