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From: lauren@vortex.UUCP (Lauren Weinstein)
Newsgroups: net.misc
Subject: Waterbed logistics
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Date: Thu, 12-Jan-84 01:28:09 EST
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Posted: Thu Jan 12 01:28:09 1984
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A few more points regarding waterbeds:

1) Virtually all modern waterbeds include a vinyl liner that attaches
   inside the frame.  This provides the safety margin in case of a leak.
   In six years, I've never had a leak, and I've only known one 
   person who had one (and he basically punctured the bed!)
   Be sure to get the type that uses the "tuck-a-liner" for holding
   the liner in place.  Units which simply have the liner nailed in
   are difficult to dis-assemble without destroying the liner.

2) As was pointed out, the middle of a room is the worst place to
   put a waterbed from a structural standpoint.  Corners are the 
   best place, though be sure to leave a foot or so of clearance
   so you can get in to make up the bed. 

3) Waterbed insurance is available at very low prices.  The policies
   I've seen typically cover up to $100,000 of property damage.  They
   don't need to pay off very often -- the beds are generally
   quite reliable.  However, such policies can be helpful when dealing
   with stubborn landlords.

4) The only practical way to empty a waterbed is via siphon.  Many
   waterbeds come with a little gadget that attaches to a faucet and
   helps start the siphoning, but it still is quite a hassle. 

--Lauren--