A Guide to Easy Mattress Shopping
Investing in a new mattress will be an important purchase so it deserves some consideration beforehand. When you buy a quality mattress, it will be expensive but is equally essential for enjoying a sound sleep. After all, a mattress that is comfortable and supportive will promote better sleep at night that will ultimately help you in functioning better both physically and mentally during the day as well as ward off different chronic ailments. If you are planning to buy a new mattress, you should have proper knowledge before going to the store.
Tips to Consider
Take a look at the different tips that you need to consider while buying a mattress,
- Know the Size- First and foremost you need to know the size of the mattress. You will not have to stick to that same size which you are using currently. Consider the current lifestyle before moving to the shop.
Try Before Buying- This may sound awkward, but it is good to lie down on the mattress when it is on the store and give it a try before purchasing it. That is one step that cannot be substituted hence you need to stretch out completely, curl up, roll and sit to feel the firmness of the mattress. If this is a king size bed and you will share it with your partner, then she too must try it.
Ask for Trial Periods and Returns- Despite trying the mattress properly in the store the real test will start after you spend one whole night sleeping on the same. No wonder a lot of mattress dealers provide that comfort trial period. Around a month usually, this is indeed a window through which you can return the mattress if you do not feel comfortable using it. A trial period indeed is essential mainly if you do online mattress shopping. Make sure to use this offer while buying. To know more, you can read a great article here on the company website itself.
Check the Firmness- When it comes to the firmness of the mattress the mattress industry does not follow any standardized measurement. It indicates that firm for one manufacturer can be extra firm for another maker. You must use these descriptive terms as a guideline and not an absolute. Here lies another reason as to why it is crucial to try a mattress before purchasing it.
Do you Need a Pillow Top? These days pillow-top mattresses have become extremely popular yet that fluffy comfort will help to add to the cost of the mattress and this is not necessary at all times. The pillow top may go flat much before the mattress gives up mainly if the person sleeping on it is heavy. Similarly, if the person is too light his/her weight may not be sufficient for engaging the mattress’s support fully via the pillow top which can leave them achy every morning. Here the best step will be to purchase a standard mattress while for a luxurious feel it is good to add a mattress topper that is thick.
Know Your Choices- Today the market is flooded with mattresses of various types of which the three mostly used include memory foam, traditional innerspring and also hybrids which combine the two. The adjustable air mattresses are fairly popular too. Every mattress comes with its respective pros and cons hence you need to be familiar with each before visiting the store. Take a brief look at each,
Innerspring Mattress – This is one of the most widely used and the most affordable. It will offer excellent support, is romance-friendly and comes with different measurements when it comes to firmness. Its only downside is it is not much durable.
Memory Foam Mattress – These are relatively expensive yet is an ideal choice for cushioning aching muscles or sore joints. Its downside includes it is not much romance-friendly and can be hot.
Hybrid Mattress – This mattress comes with springs and a foam overlay. It will offer the finest of both innerspring and memory foam models. If you buy an inferior quality hybrid mattress, it will provide you with the worst and of both.
Skimp the Foundation– In case of a platform bed, a foundation may not be required, but if there is no bedframe as well as you do not desire the mattress to fall on the floor then a foundation will be required for raising it. There is no use investing unnecessarily on a fabric covered wooden box. If the old foundation remains in good shape while you purchase a mattress of the same size you may not require a new one.
How About Purchasing Online? – Buying a mattress online may be risky yet has turned into a popular choice. There are enough reasons for this. You can keep away from handling a pressuring salesperson, assorted variety of options, better prices, no sales tax, access to some luxury brands amid others. Here again, there are some downsides. You cannot try the mattress before purchasing it, and the return is a big problem, you have to dispose of the old mattress by yourself, no chance of negotiating the price and no salesperson assistance. Should you plan to purchase a mattress online, it is vital to conduct proper research, select a reputable website and ensure that the policy of return is impeccable.
By following these tips mentioned above sincerely you are sure to make a sound choice when it comes to buying the right mattress. Most importantly read and understand everything thoroughly under the warranty conditions. Ensure it is of good quality because you will be using it for a couple of years. Always buy one which suits your budget. In short to buy a new mattress will not be a confusing or overwhelming experience. These tips will guide you in becoming a mattress buying expert to help you shop smarter as well as help you buy a mattress which will be an ideal match for you.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
