How To Buy The Right Bed
How To Buy The Right Bed
Buying the right bed just might be the most important decision you ever make. Seriously. You spend approximately one-third of your lifetime asleep. Doesn’t that amount of time deserve a good quality of sleep. Here are the mattresses that you have to choose from. Knowing which mattresses are out there and what benefits they provide will help you buy the right bed.
Air beds
There is nothing else inside an air bed except for air. There is no spring, no foam, no filling of any kind. The air inside the mattress adjusts itself to you when you lie on it. Sometimes, the amount of air inside the mattress can be controlled, especially with high-end air mattresses. There is little up-keep for air mattresses because you don’t need to turn or flip it.
Orthopedic Beds
Don’t these beds just sound medically-inspired? Orthopedic beds are simply beds that are extra firm. No, a team of medical engineers didn’t spend countless hours creating a bed that would provide extra therapeutic support properties. These beds are simply extra-firm to support sleepers with back problems.
Sleep Number Beds
Sleep number beds really make your mattress unique and individualized. These beds use an air system that can be adjusted according to the sleeper’s preference. Sleep numbers range from 1-100. This is a good option for couples because each side can be set at a different sleep number. No more compromising. Each spouse can sleep in his/her own comfort instead of their spouse’s comfort.
Futons
Futons really aren’t intended to be your primary sleeping location. These beds/sofas work great as guest beds. Futon mattresses are becoming more evolved and are a much better quality than they used to be.
Water Beds
Water beds are from the 1980s. right? Well, that is when they made their big hit, but they are still popular today. Water bed technology has become dramatically better in the past few years. The water in a water bed distributes weight evenly, thus eliminating pressure points. Water beds are dust-mite resistant and are also great for people who suffer from allergies. Make sure you buy a water bed that has an inner safety liner to prevent punctures.
Coil/Spring Mattresses
These mattresses aren’t ideal for comfort or support, but are still being sold in high quantities because they are extremely inexpensive. These mattresses need to be replaced more often since they can wear down and can eventually start poking you. If this is the best option for you, choose the coil mattress or innerspring mattress with the highest number of coils or springs. The higher the number of coils or springs…the more support it will provide.
Memory Foam
Memory foam mattresses relieve pressure points and are great for people who need extra comfort and support. Memory foam mattresses use innovative technology that uses your body heat to heat up the foam. This allows it to contour to your individual shape and sleeping position. Memory foam also provides proper spinal alignment, which is sure to lead to a good night’s sleep.
Latex Mattresses
Latex mattresses are becoming extremely popular, but have been around since 1929. These mattresses incorporate all of the benefits of memory foam without being too hot and having a faster response time. Latex mattresses are naturally hypoallergenic, anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, dust-mite resistant, etc.
When it comes to choosing the right mattress, there are many options to choose from. Make sure you start your mattress shopping prepared by knowing which mattresses are which. This can save you time and money when dealing with those pesky mattress salespeople. Make sure you buy the mattress that is the most comfortable to you and the one that will provide the support that you need.
