How to Find the Perfect Mattress

So you've finally decided to buy a new mattress. Your back has been hurting for years and you're ready to lay down some serious cash. Even if you're looking for something budget you can get the most out of your money by doing some extra research. There are more comfy mattresses out there than most people know. So if you've been desperately craving a good night's sleep for once, read on further and you can thank me later.

One idea you should get out of your head is that a hard mattress does not necessarily mean a healthy back. What is important is it's structure; the padding is up to you. Once you get into a mattress shop you might get that feeling of wanting to leave immediately since the sheer amount of options could most likely put you off of buying a new one. Since mattresses are increasingly made with a mix of materials, it doesn't help the clarification factor. Basically, there are six different types of mattresses you can buy to help you finally sleep well.

Mattress Pads or Toppers

If your like the sound of a memory foam mattress and want a bit of that softness on your existing mattress, you can always buy a mattress memory foam topper or extra padding. Depending on where, the prices can amount to almost as much as a mattress so do some research beforehand. If your mattress if already in a dire state, these won't provide any additional support.

Continuous Coil

This mattress is the cheapest type so if you're just looking for function than this could be a go. Since it's made from a single looped wire you will feel every movement anyone else will be doing if they are sharing your bed. Unfortunately, the coils wear out more quickly, which will mean the bed will sag in the middle and you'll be clawing your way out.

Open Coil

Just a tad better, this mattress type does not include just one looped wire but single springs that are fixed together by a wire.

Pocket Sprung

The title partially gives it away. These mattresses have separate fabric pockets where the springs are sewn into making them more padded. Since your body weight is distributed evenly, you are supported much more and won't be awoken by your partner's tossing and turning. If you mainly sleep on your side, you won't wake with an aching spine.

Memory Foam

Memory foam mattresses have been talked about for years because of their amazing features they have to offer. These mattresses are topped with a layer of temperature-sensitive memory foam, which is quite a mouthful. They're especially popular with people who suffer from intense back pain or arthritis since the mattress relieves pressure. These might break your bank though as they sell for about three hundred pounds. Even though these sound like a dream come true (apart from the price), they do have some negative aspects. Memory foam is affected by room temperature reacting to your body shape and molding to it. This could make it harder to move and since there's less air circulation around your body, the mattress will be warmer, which is great for the winter months but, depending on where you live, could cause for an uncomfortable sleep during hotter months.

Pure Foam or Latex

If you're allergic to house dust mites this is your mattress choice.

Park Beds
Glasgow Bed Store