We live in a world that places a fair degree of emphasis on people getting a comfortable night's sleep. Thankfully, this does tend to manifest in a broad selection of different beds and mattresses, with the latter being particularly important. That's why it's so important to consider all of your options when choosing the right type of mattress.
Whilst a fundamental and most important mechanic of a mattress is you as a person, there are quite a few different options to consider when it comes to mattress types. Let’s take a look at what’s available, and find out if there really is a best mattress for your needs.
There are a few different types of mattress whose origins begin back in the 19th century. Generally speaking, at that point, the first type of mattress that was most commonly used was the innerspring mattress, also known as a coil mattress. While not the most comfortable of mattress, it did provide a reasonable amount of lumbar support and was generally acceptable for extended usage.
As technology evolved, the types of mattresses available began to expand. Mattresses made entirely of feathers became quite popular among the upper-class due to their exceptional amount of comfort, but these didn’t tend to offer a lot of back support, because there wasn’t really a rigid frame in place like a spring mattress, but instead just feathers.
The modern mattress technology is broadly speaking a choice of pocket sprung, memory foam or a combination of the two. A memory foam mattress is a very popular choice owing to the fact they it tends to offer the best support for sleeping positions.
These two types of mattresses do something a little bit different depending on the type you choose. The memory foam mattress obviously starts to mould to the contours of your body, so you’re going to find it a much more unique sleeping experience, which is often quite effective. A pocket sprung mattress has a wealth of benefits too. Often it's about personal preference and comfort.
With so many mattresses to choose from, the key is working out which one is going to be best for you. Unfortunately, that’s a little bit difficult to give a general answer to when you are in fact, the compounding factor in the equation.
Pinning down the best mattress depends on what kind of person you are, what body shape you have, what is comfortable for you, and other criteria which revolve solely around your specific needs as a person. Do you suffer from back issues or do you prefer a soft or hard mattress?
Obviously, you’re going to want to make sure that you get the best results when it comes to a mattress, because good sleep is so important. It depends a lot on what kind of situation you have personally. If you are struggling with a lack of support, or a bad spinal alignment, then a memory foam mattress could be the best choice for you.
Experimentation is definitely a critical factor when it comes to getting the best results (not that you can take them all home with you to try but going to bed store will help you decide). You should take time making your choice as well. Mattresses vary in price and there is definitely an element of getting what you pay for. The quality will go up and down depending on how much you are prepared to spend, so it’s important to have a budget, because this will give you the best chance of finding the right kind of mattress based on affordability.
Naturally, picking the right kind of mattress is really important, so you do need to make sure that you experiment. We would highly recommend visiting our store first as the range varies so much.
If you’re going to experiment with different types of mattresses, it’s worth being able to lie on them first. By visting a physical premises (as opposed to buying online) you can try before you buy and test the firmness etc. You don't want the hassle of ordering the wrong mattress online and trying to arrange returns.
Picking the right kind of mattress for your specific needs is really important, and it can take time to get right, but it’s also worth it at the same time, especially when you take into account how much time we spend in bed. Being able to choose the right kind of mattress that works for you as a person is the critical thing, and you are the most important factor. It doesn’t matter how expensive or illustrious a mattress is if it doesn’t work for you.
Generally speaking, a foam mattress is the best kind of choice for someone who needs more back support, because it helps to correct poor spinal alignment and support sideways sleeping positions. However, there are many different types of mattresses, so it will be up to you to discover the exact model and brand that works best for you as a person.
We are happy to discuss your requirements with you - just give us a call or pop into our showroom to check out our extensive range of mattresses.
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