Tips For Choosing The Right Mattress To Buy

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Choosing The Right Mattress

Are you losing countless nights of sleep on the mattress you have? Can’t decide on what mattress to buy? There are many things to consider when choosing a mattress. Here we will help you choose the right mattress by giving you some handy information that will help you along the way.

#1: The Age Of Your Mattress

How old your mattress is will play a huge roll in choosing your next mattress. As a general rule, if your mattress is eight years or older, it’s likely time to get a new mattress. Do keep in mind that not all mattresses will fall under this rule. There will be mattresses that will last well beyond eight years and still provide you with a great night’s sleep.

The best way to decide if your mattress needs to be changed goes back to how you are sleeping at night. If you find your nights are spent restlessly tossing and turning in pain, you wake up and your body hurts, you are not sleeping, having disrupted sleep, or you just wake up still tired and unrested, it’s time to replace your mattress and possibly change the mattress dimensions.

Types Of Mattresses And How Long They Last

  • Latex – 10-12 years
  • Memory Foam – 8-10 years
  • Hybrid – 8-10 years
  • Innerspring – 7-8 years
  • Pillowtop – 7-8 years

#2: Budget Is Important

The type of mattress you purchase will also depend on what your budget is. Years ago, the only way to shop for a new mattress was to go into the store. If you had a small budget, you would get a mediocre mattress at best and a good mattress would have been out of reach.

Now that we have the ability to shop online, the industry has changed. So many new and older companies are making mattresses that have exceptional qualities while still being budget-friendly, even for the customer who has a more modest budget.

Keep in mind, when it comes to mattresses, expensive doesn’t always mean better, especially when you shop in a brick and mortar store. Those stores will inflate the price anywhere from 200-900%. If you want the best mattress you can get for your budget, online shopping is the place you should start looking for your new mattress.

#3: Firmness – How Firm Do You Need It For A Good Night Sleep?

How soft or hard a mattress is can play a huge part in how you sleep at night. Keep in mind that this is highly subjective because your version of firm may be different from someone else. The body type of those sleeping on the mattress – size, weight, height – all play factors in determining firmness as well.

#4: Are Support And Firmness The Same Thing?

The short answer is no, they are not the same. A mattress that has good support means it will keep your spine in a properly aligned position and will help alleviate pressure points. Without adequate support, you will wake up feeling sore and unrested. The firmness of a mattress relates more to the comfort level you get with your mattress. Firmness and support go hand in hand but are two different things.

#5: Other Things To Consider Why Buying A Mattress

Other things you should consider when buying a mattress are the sleeping positions of those who will sleep regularly on the bed, as well as the space you have in your bedroom for your bed. Sleeping position will affect the firmness you need and the support you need. Your sleeping position may also affect where in the bedroom you place the bed. If you like to sleep facing the door, but that means you have limited space, consider a full size or a queen-size versus a king-size.

Decide where you would like to place the bed based on sleep position, size of the room, and the furniture you have for the room. Once you have done this, you can then take measurements of the space you have available for the bed. Remember to take into account how much space you need to move around the bed as well. Buying a mattress can be overwhelming, but with these tips and information, you will find the right one for you!

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