Anyone use this as a permanent bed? I bought this cot to use temporarily in my new house until I had a chance to purchase a proper bed. But ... the thing is actually pretty comfortable so I'm wondering is it OK to just use it as bed permanently? Will it mess up my back or anything? Even if I had to replace it every year or two it would still be a bargain. Anyone use this as a permanent bed? I bought this cot to use temporarily in my new house until I had a chance to purchase a proper bed. But ... the thing is actually pretty comfortable so I'm... » Read More Anyone use this as a permanent bed? I bought this cot to use temporarily in my new house until I had a chance to purchase a proper bed. But ... the thing is actually pretty comfortable so I'm wondering is it OK to just use it as bed permanently? Will it mess up my back or anything? Even if I had to replace it every year or two it would still be a bargain. « Show Less
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Mine is used temporarily when I have guests; they find it to be pretty comfortable but I would not use it to replace a permanent bed. I do not think it is suitable as a back support for an extended period.
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Use it with a 2 1/2 foam mattress and I think it would be a great in-house bed. It's extremely durable and has a lot of room.
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I am extremely happy with my purchase. I was worried at first but so far I am glad I took the chance. This is by far the best mattress I have owned. I have tried Ikea, Simmons, Beautyrest, etc. I did build my own box spring and put in extra support. I believe that helps also. I cant speak for the bed you are talking about but I have purchased a few Ikea beds and all have been slated bed base which didnt provide enough support for my back. All I can do is vouch for the mattress. It is excellent but I suppose that if it doesnt have a good platform to be on it will probably give.
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I think it was honestly pretty comfortable for two adults, there wasn't any "teeter-totter" effect when one of us would move, but if you plan on using this bed a lot, check out my review for more details.
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I like this bed. After a year I have had no problems. But I have a foam mattress and am considering a getting a new mattress which may be heavier. I'd like to know if anyone has had problem with a heavier mattress.
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haven't had mine a year yet...had mine about 7 months and i love it. Its very stiff though hard to make the futon fold, which is a downer. But, it is very comfortable and i sleep on it every night this is a great buy for the price and quality. You wont be let down other than the folding issue but like i said you will be satisfied with this mattress. Hope this helps you have a great day:)
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My experience is a reduction in back pain which I have suffered with for years. However, I have had an increase in hip pain. The bed is soft enough that I sink in some and it cradles me. I believe the increase in pain is related to the fact that I no longer toss and turn. I think my body had become so used to moving that I stiffen up a little not moving. The bed is definitely softer than I would like, but I do sleep through the night which is new for me. I would call the bed comfortable, supportive is not the first word that comes to mind. In our household we spend quite a bit of time sitting in the bed and it is much more comfortable to sleep in than to sit on. For us, it has been an improvement over a traditional mattress.
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When placed on a couch, it's plenty good as a bed. On a hard floor...? I would say temporary at best.
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Yes. You can easily separate them and put them back together. I personally used only one in most occasions. But if you want to use this as a permanent bedding, I would suggest you better go for a regular mattress as there is no match of comfort between the two.
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No. I used in temporarily when I was in the process of moving waiting for my regular bed to get moved. Its comfortable but not as comfortable and my posturpedic. Now I just use it as a guest bed.
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Tracy, Did you ever get a good answer on this question. Did you purchase the mattress and put it in a wall bed? I am thinking of getting it for the same use and am wondering... Thanks!
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Personally, I'm all over this. I can just use the end, or use the center. I move around a LOT at night, so, sometimes, I use it like a body pillow, sometimes just like a pillow. I find it very comfy and love how it cuddles me when I'm on my back. I've got another pillow that is similar, yet larger, that I got at a local brick & mortar store, and I use that daily. This pillow, from Amazon, is smaller, so I use only as a "travel" pillow for when I'm not sleeping in my own bed.
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I wouldn't feel comfortable sleeping in it for any long duration. It was nice for a few nights, but not the support I personally look for in a permanent bed.
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Not for every day use! Unless you are a child or weigh 65 pounds. It is comfortable enough to sleep on for a few nights. I would recommend the 6 inch mattress if you intend to use it for your long term bed. I own both and when we have family over I sleep on the 6 inch one for about a week or so.
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I am in the process of installing it so we have yet to sleep in it. The Murphy bed accommodates only an inner-spring mattress (no box springs) and no comfy pillow top. Just a plain vanilla inner-spring mattress. So I do not anticipate that I would want to use it as my primary bed. However, if you are young and hardy and have no other choice then it could work. I expect it to be more comfortable than a futon bed and about as comfortable as a good convertible sofa bed. In fact, had I purchased a convertible sofa bed for the man-cave instead of a regular sofa, then I would not be assembling the Murphy bed. I am in the process of installing it so we have yet to sleep in it. The Murphy bed accommodates only an inner-spring mattress (no box springs) and no comfy pillow top. Just a plain vanilla inner-spring mattress. So I do not anticipate that I would want to use it as my primary bed. However, if you are young and hardy and have no other choice then it could work. I expect it to be more comfortable than a futon bed and about as comfortable as a good convertible sofa bed. In fact, had I purchased a convertible sofa bed for the man-cave instead of a regular sofa, then I would not be assembling... » Read More I am in the process of installing it so we have yet to sleep in it. The Murphy bed accommodates only an inner-spring mattress (no box springs) and no comfy pillow top. Just a plain vanilla inner-spring mattress. So I do not anticipate that I would want to use it as my primary bed. However, if you are young and hardy and have no other choice then it could work. I expect it to be more comfortable than a futon bed and about as comfortable as a good convertible sofa bed. In fact, had I purchased a convertible sofa bed for the man-cave instead of a regular sofa, then I would not be assembling the Murphy bed. « Show Less
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It is not really meant to be packed up or folded after it is opened from its shipping package. If you had a place to stash it without folding it or compacting it then I think it would make a great bed. Its pretty firm but still comfortable. I've pulled it off my sofa and slept on my wood floors when I had many people staying.
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I had the same experience at the beginning, but I took it apart and looked at the directions again. they are not the clearest but once I figured how it should go, it turned out well and it's a great bed. sturdy and unshakable. good make and great deal. good luck
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We use it as a weekend bed for company and they say it is comfortable. So I would say you should have no problem using it in a dorm room as a permanent bed.