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How To Buy A Mattress
You will spend one third of your life on your mattress, more than any other piece of furniture in your home. When it comes to purchasing something so important, it is imperative to research the right one for your body and ultimate sleeping comfort. Choosing the right mattress can improve your sleep, enhance your well-being and have an overall profound effect on your health. Our mattress buying guide is here to assist you in purchasing the mattress of your dreams.
How to Tell if You Need a New Mattress?
When you buy a quality mattress set, you should only have to replace it every eight to 10 years. Other than the age of the mattress, here are some other signs to look for:
In the morning you wake up with some stiffness, aches or even numbness.
Your mattress has deep indentations, beyond normal body impressions.
A spring or any interior of the mattress has become exposed.
A night away at a hotel or staying with family provided you with a better night's sleep than your own bed.
Mattress Sizes
Be sure to know the size of your bed frame so that you can purchase the appropriate mattress size. Here are the different mattress sizes:
Twin: 38" x 75"
Twin Extra Long: 38" x 80"
Full: 54" x 75"
Full Extra long: 54" x 80"
Queen: 60" x 80"
King: 76" x 80"
California King: 72" x 84"
Understand the Different Types of Mattresses
Mattress types are constantly evolving, so it is important to familiarize yourself with all your options before you begin shopping. From various constructions and materials to different levels of firmness, mattresses vary greatly so take the time to learn about each.
Innerspring: This is the most common type of mattress. It uses tempered steel coils in a wide variety of comfort levels. Support and durability are provided by the innerspring while layers of padding and upholstery on top provide the comfort. Innerspring mattresses are now light years ahead of older versions. The technology today is state-of-the-art so you will see and feel the difference!
Natural Latex: These mattresses are inherently hypoallergenic, resistant to dust mites, bacteria and other allergens. If you suffer from allergies, natural latex may be a better choice. Natural latex is also eco-friendly and long lasting. Latex mattresses offer the conforming support.
Finding the Right Feel for You
There are many different comfort levels found in today's sleep systems. Contrary to the myth, a firm mattress is not better for your back than a softer version. It all comes down to the individual. What you are looking for is support. Support, rather than firmness, is the most important quality of your new mattress. The technology of today's mattresses focuses on keeping your spine in alignment while you sleep. As long as the mattress keeps your spine aligned and doesn't have a hammock effect, then the firmness is up to you.
