3 Important Steps to Choosing Your Mattress

Having a good mattress to sleep on during the night is the most important thing if you want to rest properly. It’ll relieve any pressure points, align your spine, regulate your body’s temperature and increase your quality of life. You won’t wake up tired. You’ll be full of energy and ready to seize the day and every challenge that comes along the way.

What to Consider When Buying

Sleeping Position

Everyone has a preferred sleeping position they feel most comfortable in. Some people like to alter positions during the night, while others prefer to sleep on their stomach, on their side, or on their back. Others are restless during the night and will twist, turn, and switch from a flat to a curled sleeping position.
Luckily, there’s a mattress for everyone no matter how they sleep. There’s a plethora of affordable bed mattresses on the market. You won’t have to spend thousands of dollars just to find what suits you the most. A medium-soft mattress will provide the greatest support if you sleep on your side. It will give you the most suitable pressure distribution.
If you sleep on your back, a memory foam mattress will work perfectly. It’ll conform to your body shape, back and spine and keep it in the right position. This way you’ll get a pain-free sleeping experience every night.
Did you know that your weight will also play a big part when choosing a mattress? It’s especially important for its firmness. People under 70kg should get a medium-firm mattress. People between 70-90kg should have a medium soft to medium firm one. People with more than 90kg should buy a firm mattress.

Size

Size is a very important thing to consider. There are three main dimensions to look at, length, width and height. If you have a bed frame to fit the mattress, you already have the length and width. Now, you have to determine the height. This is a matter of personal preference. Some people like a levelled-out surface and some are more comfortable when the mattress is higher than the bed frame.
The height measurements for the mattress can vary from one manufacturer to another. That’s why you should always look at the size chart the specific brand has and compare it to your measurements. There are 6 main sizes in general:

• Twin – 96.5 x 188cm;
• Twin XL – 96.5 x 203.5cm;
• Full – 134.5 x 190.5cm;
• Queen 152 x 203.5cm;
• King – 193.5 x 203.5cm;
• California King – 183 x 213.5cm.

You can use the twin mattress if you already have a cosy single bed. Get the full one if you want to have more room to twist and turn. But if you like to have a lot of space or you’re sleeping with a partner, get a comfortable king-size mattress. And if this is small for you, you can always invest in a California King mattress that can comfortably fit 3 people.

Budget

You can also start your mattress shopping by deciding on a budget. There are so many options on the market at different price points. This is because they’re made of different materials and some have special features that bring the price up. Being aware of your spending limit will enable you to avoid disappointment if you go into the store and find that you lack the money to purchase the mattress you really liked.
To make things easier and decide on your budget, make a list of the most important features your mattress should have. Look through online stores, study product descriptions, and read reviews of customers and their experiences. This will give you a nice base for your further decision-making.
After you’ve gathered all the information about the bed mattresses, it’s time to figure out the priorities. The materials you prefer, the size, the firmness and some extra features like antibacterial properties and extra ventilation. It’s never a good idea to go for the cheapest option you can find. A mattress is something you use every day. A cheap one will need to be replaced after a few months.
On the other hand, a very expensive mattress doesn’t always mean excellent quality and performance. That’s why research is important. Seasonal sales can be of great help when it comes to changing your mattress. During these times the prices fall a lot and you can get a cosy mattress at a reasonable and affordable price.

Types of Mattresses

Memory Foam

Did you know that NASA invented memory foam? It was a material they made so they can use it on their space programs. It was meant to build mattresses, pillows, furniture and shoes. However, things didn’t go as planned and memory foam became a widely-used material for everyday items. It’s also reasonably-priced and inexpensive to make.
This is one of the most comfortable materials. It will shape around your body and support it in every single part. It’s also allergen-free which is very important. When you see mattress sales and there are memory foam mattresses, go for it.

Inner Spring

Inner spring mattresses have steel coils as a base. Depending on the manufacturer, the number of coils and their size can vary. As you sit on the mattress they flex and give the support you need. Sometimes manufacturers don’t use high-quality materials to build them and they can wear out faster. When you hear squeaks, it’s time for a new one.
There are 5 different types of coils:

• S-shaped;
• Bonnel;
• Offset spring;
• Pocketed;
• Marshal.

Latex

When it comes to latex, you can find it in two forms, organic and synthetic. Both are durable and will contour your body. Latex releases pressure, retains less heat, and bounces more. Because it’s elastic, it’ll react quickly to changes in your weight, shape, and movement.

Gel

Gel works well to counteract the heat that our bodies generate when we sleep. It keeps us cool by trapping it within. This is the right material for people who over sweat during the night. Once they try it, they can get a good night’s sleep without feeling damp in the morning.