Stand-Up vs Lie-Down Sunbeds: What's Actually Different?
Thinking about trying a sunbed but not sure whether to stand up or lie down? Both options use ultraviolet (UV) light to produce a tan, but the experience can feel quite different.
At The Glo Hub in Cellarhead, Staffordshire, we offer both styles. Here's what you should know before choosing.
What Is a Stand-Up Sunbed?
A stand-up sunbed is a vertical tanning booth. You stand inside for your session rather than lying on a surface.
Some people prefer stand-up booths because they allow freedom to adjust your position and avoid contact with a tanning bed's acrylic surface.
What Is a Lie-Down Sunbed?
A lie-down sunbed allows you to recline during your session, with UV lamps positioned around the tanning area. If you prefer a more relaxed experience, this may feel more comfortable. However, contact with the bed can affect how some areas are exposed, depending on your positioning and the equipment.
Stand-Up vs Lie-Down: The Main Differences
Comfort: Lie-down beds allow you to recline, while stand-up booths require you to remain standing.
Positioning: Stand-up booths give you more freedom to adjust your posture. Lie-down beds support your body throughout the session.
Surface contact: Stand-up booths avoid direct contact with a tanning bed surface.
Tanning results: Neither style is automatically stronger or more effective. UV output, lamp condition, exposure time and individual skin response all matter.
Which Type Should You Choose?
Your preference may come down to comfort, positioning and the specific equipment available. A stand-up booth is sometimes considered for an even tan, whilst the lie-down is a much more relaxing experience. We believe a mix of the two is the best combination.
Ultimately, choosing between a stand-up and lie-down sunbed comes down to personal preference, comfort and the equipment available.
At The Glo Hub, we're happy to talk you through both options, explain the differences and help you understand the appropriate precautions before your session.
Discover Glo Bronze at The Glo Hub
At The Glo Hub in Cellarhead, Staffordshire, our Glo Bronze tanning area includes two Ergoline lie-down sunbeds and an American Leisure stand-up booth.
If you're unsure which experience you would prefer, our team can explain the equipment and discuss suitability, including skin type, medications and relevant precautions. We don't recommend UV tanning for anyone under 18 or for people advised to avoid UV exposure.
Please note: Sunbeds emit UV radiation, which can increase the risk of skin cancer and premature skin ageing. All customers must complete a suitability assessment and acknowledge the associated risks before tanning. Sunbeds are strictly for ages 18+.
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