Cheap and Discount Sunbeds
If you are a regular at your local tanning salon, buying your own sunbed can be a wise investment. Assuming you use commercial tanning at least twice a week, installing one in your own home can save you hundreds of pounds every year. For most people the biggest stumbling block in purchasing a sunbed, other than finding the space to set it up, is the cost. Although it is cost effective buy in the long term, the initial outlay is more than most people can comfortably afford. However, there are several places you can search for cheap deals, if you know where to look.
Retail outlets often have great deals on their sunbeds, but getting a bargain may require patience. Ask the retailer whether they will be having a seasonal sale as you can often make savings of up to 50% if you visit the store at the right time. Another great time to shop is when a manufacturer is bringing out a newer model of one of their sunbeds. Retailers will usually offer great discounts on their older models of sunbeds to make room for new stock.
The internet is a popular way to find cheap sunbeds. Before you start looking for discount sunbeds, it is best to have some idea which make and model suits your needs. Usability and safety should be as big an issue as the cost. Once you have several potential models in mind, search for wholesalers who may be able to provide the beds to you at a discount. Comparing prices from several retail outlets on the internet is very easy.
Your second online stop when searching for a cheap sunbed should be online auction sites. Sites such as Ebay often have several sunbeds for sale and you will almost certainly be able to find one to suit you and substantial savings can be made on the retail price. The biggest downside of using online auction sites is that caution needs to be exercised in finding a reputable seller. Always check their feedback score and if their refund policy and warranty information is not included in their listing ask for this information before you place a bid.
As well as looking at brand new discount sunbeds you may want to consider looking at second hand sunbeds if you are on a budget. This is often the cheapest way of obtaining a sunbed. There are two options for purchasing a second hand sunbed – private sellers and second hand retailers. Buying from private sellers can be risky as you cannot be sure of the sunbed's reliability and safety record. Buying from a dealer who specialises in cleaning up and selling on second hand tanning equipment is a much better alternative. A reputable dealer will check the bed is functioning correctly and will replace essential parts such as the bulbs and acrylic shield before selling it on, so you can be reasonably sure of purchasing a quality sunbed. You should also receive a warranty to cover your new sunbed should any of its parts require replacing in the first 90 days.
Remember, cost should not be the sole consideration when buying a sunbed. You also need to research how user friendly and safe a sunbed is before making the purchase.