How Firm Do You Like It?
There is no established measurement of mattress firmness in the mattress industry. This means that one manufacturer’s “firm” maybe another manufacturer’s “extra firm.” As a result, utilize these descriptive terms as a suggestion rather than an absolute. This is just another reason why it is critical to try a mattress before purchasing.
Some manufacturers evaluate their mattresses by firmness using a simple description: soft, medium, firm; others use a more complicated 10-point grading system, with 3 to 5 indicating a soft mattress, 6 to 7 indicating medium hardness, and 7.5 to 10 indicating a firm mattress. However, because each manufacturer has its grading system, what counts as a “7” in one bed may feel more like a “5” in another.
Pillow Top: Yes or No?
Pillow-top mattresses are trendy these days, but the soft comfort adds significantly to the expense of the bed and isn’t necessarily necessary. Remember that, especially if you are hefty, a pillow top will likely go flat long before your mattress does. In contrast, if you are light, your weight may not be sufficient to engage the mattress’s support through the pillow top fully, leaving you achy in the morning. Instead, try purchasing a standard mattress and layering it with a thick mattress topper for a more luxurious experience.
Know Your Options
There are many different mattresses available, but the three most common are classic innerspring, memory foam, and hybrids that blend the two. Adjustable air mattresses, such as those made by Sleep Number, are also popular.
Each style of mattress has advantages and disadvantages, so it’s a good idea to learn about them before going shopping. To summarize:
The most common and often least expensive type of mattress is an innerspring mattress. They are romantic and provide excellent support and a wide variety of firmness measurements. However, on the negative, they aren’t exceptionally long-lasting.
Memory foam mattresses are quite pricey, but they are lovely for soothing aching muscles and painful joints. Unfortunately, they can be heated, too, and aren’t romantic.
Latex foam mattresses are comparable to memory foam mattresses; however, latex is more elastic and provides a broader “hug” than memory foam. In addition, it has more bounce and is hence more romantic than memory foam. Latex foam is a fantastic option for sleepers who dislike the smothering, heated sensation of memory foam. Natural, synthetic, and hybrid latex foams are available.