How To Choose a Mattress
Your mattress is one of the most important furnishings you’ll purchase. Getting a good night’s sleep affects your daily life and health, making it imperative to choose the right mattress for you. Follow these steps to learn more about mattresses and make your decision easier.
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1. Know the Different Types of Mattresses
Your mattress is one of the most important furnishings you’ll purchase. Getting a good night’s sleep affects your daily life and health, making it imperative to choose the right mattress for you. Follow these steps to learn more about mattresses and make your decision easier.
Innerspring
Innerspring mattresses provide good support and airflow. The core is made from metal springs that add support and comfort.
Memory Foam
Memory foam mattresses are made from pliable foam that contours to your body shape for a cradle-like feeling.
Latex
Latex mattresses are durable, responsive mattresses known for their support and high-quality construction.
2. Determine Your Sleep Position
Your sleep position plays a big role in your nighttime comfort. In most cases, different sleeping positions have a preferred level of firmness. Determine which position you sleep in before deciding on firmness levels. That said, firmness level is also dependent on personal preference.
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Side Sleepers
Side sleepers typically prefer a mattress that contours to their bodies with a solid firmness level.
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Back Sleepers
Back sleepers typically prefer a medium to firm mattress that keeps their spines feeling supported.
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Stomach Sleepers
Stomach sleepers typically like a firm mattress that supports their hips.
3. Understand Mattress Firmness Levels
Your mattress firmness level plays a role in your comfort and support. If you’re unfamiliar with different firmness levels, test them out in person to gauge what is most comfortable for you.
Soft
Soft mattresses are best for people who like to sink into their bed. Soft mattresses conform to your body shape and are best for those who like a plus, nest-like feel.
Medium
Medium mattresses are a blend of soft and firm. They contour to your body while providing a supportive feel.
Firm
Firm mattresses provide cushioned support without the sinking feeling of a soft or medium mattress.
4. Consider Sleep Concerns
Consider other factors you need to make yourself as comfortable as possible throughout the night. Hot sleepers might want to consider gel tops or other cooling features that are built into certain mattresses.
For those sharing a bed, consider split beds so each sleeper can get their preferred mattress type. If you want to be able to move the position of your bed, consider an adjustable bed. Create a wish list of features and find a mattress that accommodates your needs.
For those sharing a bed, consider split beds so each sleeper can get their preferred mattress type. If you want to be able to move the position of your bed, consider an adjustable bed. Create a wish list of features and find a mattress that accommodates your needs.
5. Select a Mattress Size
Once you figure out your ideal mattress composition, it’s time to figure out which size you should choose. Mattress size is determined by room size, personal preference, and the number of sleepers in one bed.
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Twin Size
Twin beds — sometimes referred to as single beds — are 36 inches wide and 75 inches long. These are best for kid’s rooms or for single sleepers who don’t have space for a larger bed.
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Twin XL
Twin XL beds are slightly larger than twin beds. They’re 38 inches wide and 80 inches long. They’re most common in college dorms, but they work well in small bedrooms and provide a little more space than a traditional twin.
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Full Mattresses
Full beds — also known as double beds — are 60 inches wide and 80 inches long. These beds are best for upgrading a kid’s room to a teen room, or for single adults who want a little extra room but save bedroom space.
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Queen Mattresses
Queen beds are a step up from full beds. They are 54 inches wide and 75inches long. These beds are one of the most common mattress types, providing ample space for two adults.
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King
King beds are one of the largest mattress sizes you can choose. They’re 76 inches wide and 80 inches long. These beds work best in large bedrooms that need a grandiose bed to fill the space.
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California King
California King beds are a different take on King beds. They’re 72 inches wide and 84 inches long, making them perfect for people who need the extra mattress length but not the extra width.
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6. Test out the Mattress
Once you have an idea of the mattress type, firmness levels, features, and size you want, it’s time to start looking for your new mattress. Luckily, furniture.com makes it easy to compare products and find mattresses available in stores near you. Head to our mattress page, filter your search, and choose to either purchase online or head to a local showroom to test out your mattress in person. We recommend testing out your mattress in person before making a purchase. This way you can feel it out in person before committing.
7. Complete the rest of your bedroom setup
Once you bring your mattress home, it’s time to set up the rest of your bedroom space. Check out our bedroom buying guide for more information on all the pieces you need to complete your bedroom and shop the following categories:
