Mattress Flip Reminder SystemMattress Buyer's Guide - Finding the Best Mattress for You
Don’t let buying a mattress exhaust or frustrate you. There are a lot of different products to choose from, so be prepared by determining what your priorities are in advance and then shop accordingly. The process for picking a mattress is the same for everyone. However, priorities vary with individuals. Find the right size with support and comfort that is good for you.
Support
There is no perfect answer for everyone. Correct support is the essential ingredient for a healthy body. A good mattress and box spring will gently support your body at all points and keep your spine in the same shape as a person with good standing posture. When trying mattresses, pay special attention to your shoulders, hips, and lower back, the heaviest parts of your body. If there is inadequate support, you can develop back pain. However, if a mattress is too rigid, you can experience uncomfortable pressure.
Be cautious of the word firm. Don’t rely on product labels to tell you which mattress will give you the right support. One manufacturer’s “firm” may feel harder than another’s “extra firm”. The word “firm” has become an advertising adjective. Orthopedic surgeons and mattress manufacturers say the most important concern when buying a mattress is not firmness, but support.
There should be more than 300 coils with a minimum of 13 gauge wire in the full size version of the model you’re considering. Likewise, there should be a minimum of 375 coils, 13 gauge wire in a queen size, and 450 coils, 13 gauge wire in a king size. A high coil count alone does not necessarily indicate a better product. Wire gauge is important; the lower the number, the more durable the wire (i.e. a 13 gauge is thicker than a 15 gauge). Also, the number of turns in a coil and the type of technology will make a difference. The total weight of the spring is what you are trying to determine when evaluating the number of coils, the gauge of wire, and the number of turns. The heavier the spring, the better the support and durability provided. For more information on the types of coils, ask your salesperson.- The only way to determine if the support is right for you is to lie down and try out the mattress.
Comfort
Gone are the days when a mattress had to be as hard as a board to be good for you. A mattress that is too hard may only succeed in putting your shoulders and hips to sleep. You will sleep best when your bed helps you feel comfortable, cozy and secure.
Today’s top quality mattress and box spring sets are built with luxurious cushioning materials to create a plusher, softer feel. Support, durability, and price increase as you move up to premium products; however, comfort is an individual issue.
- Softer mattresses mean thicker, higher mattresses. So make sure that the bed is not too high for you to get in to and out of. Also, check to see if a thicker mattress will cover up too much of your headboard. You may want to consider a low profile box spring to decrease the total height of your mattress set.
- Test the mattress set in your typical sleeping positions. Side sleepers usually like more padding than back sleepers.
- Standard size sheets may not fit today’s thicker mattresses. You may need deep pocket or high contour sheets.
Durability
People want to know how long a mattress set will last. The International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) says a good bed will last 8 – 10 years with normal nightly use. Most people will keep a good bed longer. A good bed is determined by the quality of the materials used and how it is put together. However, the weight of the person or persons who use the bed and the proper and timely turning of a mattress will affect its life. Children jumping on a bed will also reduce the mattress life.
- Alternately rotating and flipping your mattress on a periodic basis can help minimize body impressions. While a mattress is brand new, slight “body impressions” may form, especially on extra plush mattress surfaces. A body impression is the natural nesting and conforming that occurs as the cushioning materials contour to the sleeper.
Size
Also Available : THREE QUARTER 48" x 75", THREE QUARTER SHORT 48" x 72",
CALIFORNIA QUEEN 60" x 84", SUPER SINGLE 48" x 84".
Cramped quarters can turn sleeping into a nightly wrestling match. A healthy sleeper moves anywhere from 40 to 60 times per night. It is important to choose a size that will allow sufficient freedom of motion while you sleep and will help you relax while getting to sleep.
Note: Custom size innerspring mattresses and box springs have a tolerance of ±1 1/2".
Foam Mattresses can be made with tighter tolerances.
- If you sleep with a partner, we strongly recommend a queen or king size. Both are wider and longer than the standard double or full size bed.
- Box springs are slightly smaller than the mattress. This is normal. Both units are equal in size, but the additional layers of upholstery in a mattress tend to cause this slight size differential.
Price
At The Original Mattress Factory, we offer our lowest prices every day – clearly marked for customers. We never have sales, so you’re never pressured to buy on any given day. You buy when you’re ready and you always receive our best price.
With the wide range of prices that exist in the bedding industry (some king sets exceed $5,000), it can be hard to compare mattresses. We make it easier by providing the best value: a quality product at an excellent price. While our prices don't come anywhere near the $3,000 to $5,000 range of some sets, an educated consumer will realize our beds are equal to, or better than, the national brands because we’ve eliminated the middleman and passed the savings on to you.
To shop effectively, first find a mattress that feels good to you, and then find out exactly what is inside so that you can compare similar features.
- Be careful of trying to save money by buying just a mattress. A mattress and box spring are designed to work together, and if one is worn out, the other probably is too. A new mattress on an old box spring is only a quick fix. In a short period of time the new mattress will conform to the weak areas in your box spring and reduce the amount of support and comfort you will get in the long run.