| A mattress can make or break a good night’s sleep. A poor mattress can aggravate a back problem or even create one. You need a mattress that will provide you solid support for years to come and match your preference for firmness. It should work with your body height, weight and health concerns. If you splurge on one piece of furniture, splurge on your bed. A good bed can make all the difference in your day-to-day life.
But how does one select the perfect mattress without first spending a couple of nights on it? There are a number of factors which determine the perfect mattress choice for you. Consider this list below when shopping for beds:
Material – Select a durable material that will last beyond the warranty of the bed. You may also need to consider materials that are organic if you have allergies or sensitivities to certain fabrics. Cotton, wool, and latex are some popular choices. Overall, the fabric will influence the look, feel and durability of the mattress.
Firmness – Everyone has a different preference for mattress firmness. Some like the rigid, supportive feeling of an ultrafirm mattress while other sleepers enjoy a soft mattress with a lot of give. Are you prone to sore, stiff muscles? A firm mattress will help alleviate some of your pain. A soft mattress will feel like luxurious. Mattress firmness will determine not just how well you sleep but also how you feel in the morning. To find out more information regarding the firmness of your mattress, see our mattress firmness page.
Size – We offer mattresses in all of the standard sizes:
- Twin Mattress: 39" wide x 75" long
- Twin Extra Long Mattress: 39" wide x 80" long
- Full Mattress: 54" wide x 75" long
- Full Extra Long Mattress: 54" wide x 80" long
- Queen Mattress: 60" wide x 80" long
- King Mattress: 76" wide x 80" long
- King Split Mattress: 78" wide x 80" long (two twin extra long beds together)
- California/Western King Mattress: 72" wide x 84" long
Mattress type – Do you prefer foam mattresses, pillow top mattresses or air mattresses?
Brand – Choosing a name brand mattress manufacturer with a good reputation is almost as important as choosing the material, firmness and size of your mattress. Sealy, Simmons and Select Comfort Mattresses are reliable companies in the industry. You may pay more for a mattress from a reputable manufacturer but the extra cost will be justified by the extra sleep.
Toppers and pads – Mattress accessories such as mattress toppers and pads can help you further customize your sleeping experience.
All of these factors should be considered when selecting the bed of your dreams. The added attention to these details will make the difference between a night of tossing and turning and one of deep, uninterrupted sleep.
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