It's a well known fact that we spend around a third of lives in bed, but despite this we usually spend only a few minutes selecting a new mattress. Not only do we spend a lot of time on our mattresses, we also spend a lot of time on the same mattress, often up to 20 years before buying a new one. This buying guide will help you make the best choice in your next mattress purchase.
Buying a mattress
One of the first decisions we make is often related to mattress prices. Like many household items though, if you buy cheap you are probably going to end up with an inferior mattress. The quality standard of the mattress should be far more important though, and any discounts and deals you can find are welcome bonuses. We'll come onto where you can find a high-quality yet cheap mattress later on.
There are so many variations of mattresses available that it can be somewhat confusing to know which to choose. The size of the mattress, firmness, style and make will all be an influence when you buy a mattress.
Types of mattress
There are several mattress types, some more popular than others. Below you can find some of the more common types that you might consider:
Spring mattress
This type of mattress is pretty common and is a traditional tempered steel spring covered with upholstery. The quality in these mattresses is usually determined by the quality of material used in the upholstery and the spring count. Most cheap mattresses use steel springs which are noticeable through sub-standard upholstery. Buyers should pay close attention to the cushioning provided by the mattress, or choose a pillow top spring mattress for an extra layer of cushion.
More and more people are looking to buy mattresses that make use of the memory foam technology. Memory mattresses soften when they come in to contact with the body. This results in the mattress moulding itself to the shape of your body, improving comfort and allowing proper alignment of the spine when sleeping. Memory foam also distributes weight evenly, relieving pressure points that are commonly found with other mattresses.
Inflatable mattress
An inflatable mattress is a convenient way to have extra bedding for when you need it. Air beds of yesteryear weren't particularly of high-quality, but the models available nowadays resemble spring mattresses with extra padded support if needed. Of course whereas spring mattresses have coiled springs, inflatable mattresses use air as support.
Makes of mattress
When you combine the types of mattress with the number of manufacturers currently in the market it can quickly become confusing trying to find the best mattress for you. After all there is Sealy, Silentnight, Simmons, Slumberland, Kingsdown, Relaxan, King Koil and Serta to name but a few. So which do you choose?
The make of mattress you buy might come down to personal preference. All mattress manufacturers have different models to choose from using different materials, designs and technology. What you might choose to do is decide on a budget, size and firmness of mattress first. Having decided on these 3 criteria you can take a look at mattress reviews for those fitting your requirements.
Where to buy the best mattresses
So your first thought might be to go visit your local mattress store but the widest choice and potential to save money is definitely online. Not only does the internet have new mattresses that are just released by manufacturers, but it is also quick and convenient for locating mattress sales. Finding mattresses for sale has never been so easy so there's no excuse not to find the best mattresses around within your budget.
