There are several decent alternatives to mattresses.
Alternative to inflatable mattress.
Once a hole is poked in an air mattress it becomes less usable than before.
These inflatable mattresses are inexpensive but they aren t necessarily durable.
Camping mats are very inexpensive and come in different options.
Also the comfort of inflatable mattresses can be pretty hit or miss.
You can either get them already cushioned or as an inflatable option.
Unfortunately we don t have a sofa bed nor are we in the market for one.
It would be easy for a pet such as a dog or a cat to poke a hole in an air mattress like this.
Like a futon it can be spread out on the floor when needed and then folded and stored when not in use.
Speaking of taking a mattress camping there are inflatable or cushioned mattresses made for camping.
Need a bed but don t want to spring for a mattress.
If you have a sofa bed then you already have an option for a temporary bed.
I can t say i ve slept on an air mattress before but when my parents came to visit i purchased a japanese style folding mattress.
While other aerobed products are made from vinyl the ecolite blow up mattress is made from a phthalate free non vinyl tpu material with a soft polyester cover.
It s very lightweight folds ea.
Of course it is not as comfortable as a bed but i thought it was decent enough.
Camping mat mattress alternatives.
These mattress alternatives are options for guest rooms sleeping arrangements for a guest in pinch or outdoor sleeping options.
Kelty offers a non vinyl inflatable camping mattress that can be used at home.