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On average, we spend a third of our lives in bed. People with chronic illnesses or disabilities are likely to pass even more of their time in the bedroom. This section is dedicated to making it as comfortable and convenient as possible.
 
An adjustable bed, also sometimes called profiling bed, can be adjusted automatically to make the user as comfortable as possible. It is usually combined with a technologically advanced memory foam mattress, for maximum comfort.
 
Pillows are another big contribution to comfort, alongside other elements such as sheets, fleecy blankets and mattress toppers. The “Comfort in Bed” section also includes more specialised products, such as pillow lifts.
 
The right bedroom accessories can make life easier: a discreet commode chair takes care of urgent trips to the bathroom, while an over bed table makes eating, drinking, reading the papers and other diversions more manageable. Other accessories such as bed raisers and incontinence protection are also covered.
 
These are the products you can find on the Bedroom Products pages:
 
Bedroom accessories – commodes, tables, bed raisers, etc
 
Comfort in bed – pillows and padding
 
Adjustable beds – various specialist models
 

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