It doesn’t mater if you are expecting company or you want to go camping with all the luxuries of home, you will find that today’s air beds can provide real comfort and convince to many situations where you need a temporary bed.

Air beds can be either a simple inflatable mattress that you place on a tradition box spring or they can be completely free standing beds that are the same size and height of a normal queen sized bed. Manufactures such as Aerobed have a wide range of styles to choose form including self-inflating models dog beds and even inflatable pillows.

Air beds are constructed of a very thick vinyl material that is long lasting and durable. Some air beds come with a soft velvet top layer that provides a comfortable nights sleep and protects you from sticking to the vinyl material. There are even air beds that have integrated sleeping bags for camping that quickly inflate and are easy to pack and store.

When you are looking for an air bed, here are some important points you should consider.

• Look for an air bed that is made of thick vinyl or a PVC material that resists punctures. You should also look for reinforced seams that overlap at least 1 inch.
• If you plan to use the air bed for camping, you should consider a model with at rechargeable pump. You can usually find this type of air bed for around $100.
• If you are looking for an extra bed for guests in your home, you should look into the raised style air bed. These beds range in cost from $200 - $300 depending on the size and include a built in pump that is used to inflate the bed and also control the firmess.
• If you are allergic to vinyl, you should consider one for top coated air beds. These beds can be fleeced to have a pillow top and they can cost between $100 and $200.

There are many places that you can find air beds online at discount prices. Be sure to shop around for the best deal.