We know that a good mattress is essential to sleep well. But which mattress to choose? Memory foam, latex, spring or foam? In this guide, we explain everything you need to know to choose your mattress without making mistakes.
Knowing that we spend about a third of our lives sleeping, it is better to have a quality mattress. You still have to choose well.
When choosing a mattress, DAM Carpet Wash advises considering the following important factors:
How to properly try on a mattress?
To choose your mattress, it is essential to be able to try it. Purchased in stores or on the internet, the best model is the one you like and the one on which you feel good. How, then, can you pick a mattress without going wrong? You must carry out the following three basic actions:
- Lying on the mattress, you have to pass your hand between your kidneys and the mattress. If we get there, it’s a bad sign because it’s too firm.
- Then you have to change position. If it’s complicated, it’s either too soft, or its memory foam is too pronounced.
- Finally, it remains to push the elbow into the mattress. If it retains the imprint of the elbow, it is because it is too flexible. Then the final choice is yours.
What type of mattress to choose?
When we talk about the type of mattress, we are referring to the technology that composes it: shape memory, springs, foam or latex. So how do you choose your mattress between these different technologies? We take stock.
Choose your memory foam mattress
Shape memory mattresses are appreciated for their enveloping reception which allows for optimal quality of sleep. It is a technology composed of viscoelastic foam, which has many virtues of comfort and ergonomics. They follow the shape of the body in all sleeping positions and eliminate pressure points.
The thermo-sensitive foam of memory foam mattresses also helps alleviate blood circulation problems and back pain. One of the most well-liked foams on the market, it stands out for both comfort and texture. On the other hand, some models might make you feel trapped or overly wrapped up.
Recommended for: sleepers who want an enveloping effect and gentle movement cushioning. Thanks to very good sleeping independence, it is an ideal option for sleeping two people.
Choose your foam mattress
In most manufactured models, foam mattresses are sometimes equated with low-end mattresses. Their quality varies according to the foams used in their composition.
Generally, foam mattresses have a firmer comfort and are less expensive than other types of mattresses on the market. Some manufacturers nevertheless offer good quality models that mix several types of foam for optimal comfort.
Recommended for: people who like a little firmer than average comfort.
Choose your latex mattress
Latex mattresses have the advantage of having high elasticity, also called resilience. Composed of rubber particles, this type of mattress returns to its initial shape very quickly after pressure. The body is then securely held in depth.
In addition, thanks to the cells of latex, the mattress is naturally breathable and protected against humidity. Another advantage, the latex mattress has an above-average lifespan.
Recommended for: sleepers looking for a comfortable and durable mattress, those who sleep in pairs, as well as for those who often sweat at night.
Choose your spring mattress
In recent years, pocket spring mattresses have become very popular with sleepers. Thanks to the addition of additional materials, they gain in comfort and cushion movements as well as foam mattresses.
There are thus many advantages: very good sleeping independence, a correctly maintained spine, well-distributed pressure points, optimal breathability and an extended lifespan.
Recommended for: sleepers who want good spinal support, and those looking for a mattress for back pain.
What size mattress should I choose?
Choosing the right bed size is one of the most important criteria when buying a mattress. Our personal situation often changes considerably in the meantime, and so do our specific needs, so we need to decide its size when buying a new mattress.
- 1 person- 90×190 cm
- 2 persons- 140×190 cm
- 3 persons- 160×200 cm
- 4 persons- 180×200 cm
When should the mattress be changed?
The age of your current mattress plays an important role in knowing when to change your mattress. Typically, the lifespan of a mattress is 8-10 years. If your mattress is over 8 years old, this may be the time to change it. Not all mattresses fall under this restriction, though.
Some mattresses age very well and you can keep them beyond 10 years without their quality being degraded. The best way to know if you should change your mattress is to your intuition and your feelings about your sleep habits.