How Do You Blow Up An Air Mattress?
Air mattresses are portable mattresses that can be folded up for storage and inflated in a short amount of time for sleeping anywhere. These types of mattresses are ideal for camping trips as well as a last minute sleeping arrangement for guests. As their name suggests, they use air as the primary support mechanism for holding the person and mattress up instead of coils and springs. Check the mattress to determine if it has a built-in electric pump as some air mattresses do. If it does not, you will need a manual or electric air pump. Purchase a manual or electric air pump from places such as camping stores and sporting goods stores. Ensure that the pump’s nozzle will fit your mattress valve; some pumps will come with different size nozzles or list compatible brands on the packaging. Carefully unroll and lay out the mattress on a flat surface free of debris. If placing the mattress outside, clear away any sticks and rocks, and place a thick blanket or plastic tarp under the mattress to
