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description: "What an adjustable bed is, how the motorised base moves, and which mattress and room checks matter."
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# Adjustable Bed

> An adjustable bed raises sections under the mattress, usually with electric motors controlled by a handset or remote. The mattress and base must work as a pair, because the mattress has to bend. Check whether two sides move separately, what the weight limit includes, and how much room the moving parts need.

**Definition.** An adjustable bed has a base that raises the head or foot sections, usually with electric motors and a handset.

Also called: electric adjustable bed, adjustable base, motorised bed.

Super King adjustable beds are often two separate halves with a zip-and-link
mattress, so each side can move on its own.

This glossary describes features only. It makes no health claims.

Full guide: [adjustable beds: mattress fit and controls](/beds/adjustable-beds).
Also: [electric adjustable beds: where to buy](/beds/electric-adjustable-beds).

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