The Truth About Inflatable Bumpers: What a 24-Hour Air Test Taught Us

Last week a customer asked a smart question: “My inflatable bumper seems to lose air overnight—will you replace it?”

Short answer: Absolutely. If something isn’t working the way it should, we’ve got you.

But we also wanted to go one step further. Before shipping out a replacement, we decided to run a real-world test in our office—so we could confidently tell our customer: “The next set we send you will be rock solid.”

We Test What We Ship (Because Sleep Matters)

That evening, we inflated three brand-new inflatable bumpers and set them side-by-side:

• Fully inflated
• Valve caps closed
• Left overnight
• Photo taken at 9:00 pm 📸

Timestamped photo of three fully-inflated bumpers at 9:00 pm.

The Surprising Morning Result

The next morning we checked them again.

Two inflatables? Still 100% full.
One inflatable? Down about 15%.

Not flat. Not empty. Just… slightly softer.

So we leaned in and kept testing.

Round Two: Adding a Fourth Inflatable

To make sure this wasn’t a material issue, we:

• Re-inflated the slightly softer bumper
• Added a fourth inflatable to the lineup
• Checked them every few hours for the next two days

Result: All four inflatables stayed perfectly full. No leaks. No slow loss. No drama.

Photo of four fully-inflated bumpers still holding air the next day.

The Real Cause: It Wasn’t a Defect

Here’s what we learned (and it was a great “aha” moment):

The inflatable wasn’t defective.

Inflatable bumpers use a spring-loaded valve. Even if the valve cap is closed, the spring valve underneath needs to fully “pop up” and seat itself to create a perfect seal.

If it doesn’t pop up all the way, a tiny amount of air can escape slowly over many hours—just enough to notice in the morning.

The Simple Fix (Works for New & Existing Customers)

If you ever notice an inflatable bumper losing a bit of air overnight, try this:

1. Add one firm breath of air
2. Pause for about half a second (this lets the spring valve pop up fully)
3. Then close the valve cap securely

That half-second pause is the secret. Once the spring valve seats properly, the air stays put.

Why We’re Sharing This

We could have just sent replacements and moved on. But we believe:

• Better understanding = better sleep
• Transparency builds trust
• Small tips can make a big difference at 2:00 am

And of course—if an inflatable ever truly is defective, we’ll replace it without hesitation. Always.

Still Have Questions? We’re Here.

If you’re unsure, curious, or just want reassurance, reach out any time. We’re real people testing real products, and we care a lot about helping side sleepers succeed.

Rematee Sleep Solutions
Email: info@rematee.com
Toll-free: 1-877-753-6844

Because great sleep isn’t about perfection—it’s about support, comfort, and knowing someone’s got your back. 😴