WaterbedGuru had written this in response to
http://www.thestuccocompany.com/main...ns-372605-.htm
:
Charlie is right so your floor shouldn't be a problem. However, you could
make it much easier for yourself by checking into getting a softsided
waterbed. These are the waterbeds that are conventionally sized and look
like a mattress and boxspring. With a softside you could simply replace
your metal frame with a heavy duty 9 legged softside metal frame for your
bed and be done with it.

If you need more information there are some good articles he
http://www.awesomewaterbeds.com/Why_a_Waterbed.cfm. I hope that this
helps.
Regards.

charlie wrote:

"Joe" wrote in message
...
On May 13, 10:56 am, trax wrote:
Hi,
Can you convert a bed frame into a waterbed frame? We have cherry
wood furniture and are in the process of putting up a waterbed. If
not, does anybody have plans for a waterbed frame or know where I
could get some?
Thanks,
Trax

Before you commit to a waterbed, be sure your floor will support it.
Memorize these facts: length x width x height = volume. Water weighs
over 62 pounds per cubic foot. A 7' x 1' x 5' water bed will thus
weigh over a ton.
For waterbed plans consult the manufacturers of the bladders. They
have a vested interest in seeing their products used correctly. Good
luck.

Joe

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a waterbed is usually only about 8" deep. that's 1627lbs, or 46.5
lbs/sqft.




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