Our mattresses should usually last us an average of five to ten years. It, therefore, pays to do a bit of research before you head out to purchase a new one.
We’re all aware of how vital a decent night’s sleep is, but if your mattress is a bad fit and unsuitable for your needs, you will never experience a good night’s sleep throughout its lifetime.
With a bit of preparation beforehand, purchasing your new mattress need not be difficult. These are a few suggestions to consider before making that final selection.
With so many types of mattresses on the market, this is often the hardest part of the purchasing process. Fortunately, mattress type can be broken down into four main categories:
Considered the luxury mattress type because of its strong support, pocket spring mattresses are made using small separate springs. These springs are individually placed in fabric and move around independently, making them ideal for those sharing as they do not leave a sag in the middle of the mattress! Often more substantial and filled with a variety of natural materials, they can be unsuitable for some allergy sufferers. They do allow for a range of preferences, including weight, making it an excellent mattress for heavy people. Great at keeping you cool during the night, pocket spring mattresses are breathable when compared to memory foam or latex mattresses.
Perhaps one of the more popular choices regarding its lower cost, an open spring mattress is a lightweight option but, because of this, it doesn’t offer as much support as adults need from this product. These types are therefore suited to children and are a perfect mattress for bunk beds. This mattress type is home to dozens of springs which are held together in place by a large metal wire. Though they are cheaper to purchase, often costing less than $300, they will require replacing on a regular basis, which is why they are best for occasional use.
Considered by many a customer favorite, this mattress type is made from a moldable material encouraging it to mold to the body’s shape, offering excellent support. It also works at absorbing the body’s weight and relieving pressure on the joints, while providing an added warmth. Though it has the benefit of hypo-allergenic properties, some people find that memory foam mattresses create a sinking feeling and can lead to many feeling overheated because of this. However, such mattresses will work at maintaining your best posture as you sleep, serving as great mattresses for sciatica sufferers, people with scoliosis and hip pain.
These mattresses are filled with breathable latex foam which is designed primarily with the intentions of keeping you fresh throughout the night. Said to be one of the more durable mattresses, they are also the heavier of products and will last for several years before they need replacing. This is a good choice if your preference is for a firm, solid bed and great for those with allergies. However, there are those cheaper of latex mattresses which tend to develop uncomfortable lumps and bumps over time, so it pays to spend more on this mattress type.
Also, there’s always a possibility of buying hybrid mattresses, that combine memory foam and innerspring filling for a back and side support, and are often considered great pillowtop mattresses.
There’s no denying that the firmness of a mattress will have a significant effect on your sleeping position. There are some factors here that will determine the necessary firmness, including your current preferred sleeping position alongside your weight and height.
To get the best results here, look at the following options:
With type and firmness comes mattress size, and often people will see this as less important, particularly those searching for a mattress for a platform bed. However, your mattress should fit your bed correctly as not to overspill. A poorly fitted mattress will result in an uncomfortable night’s sleep.
Standard US-mattress sizes cover:
Find out the measurements of your bed’s base so you can select the right size of mattress straight away.
Lying down on a mattress in the middle of a department store isn’t to everyone’s liking, but highly recommended for you to get a feel for it, before making that final decision! Discovering you’ve purchased one of the most uncomfortable mattresses the very first night you use it isn’t the best time!
[wpsm_box type=”green” float=”none” text_align=”left”]Is it instantly comfortable upon lying down, or is it too soft or too hard for your liking? This simple test can often tell a customer all they need to know about a mattress in a matter of minutes.[/wpsm_box]
If you prefer to buy online, locate the same product in a store near you and go and test it before you click on that buy now button!
