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We have a wide range of mattresses. This is because every body is different. This guide will help you find the perfect mattress by sharing tips about mattress materials, firmness, and size.
1. Choose the materials that you want to use inside.
The mattress can be made of foam or springs to align your spine, relieve pressure and support your body. Both mattresses come in different sizes and firmnesses, and some even have comfort zones to keep certain body parts from sinking. All are rolled up.
Spring mattresses are a little bouncy
Metal coils are used to distribute the weight evenly, so there is no additional pressure anywhere on your body. For added comfort, all mattresses have at least one standard foam layer (or natural rubber) on the top.
Spring mattresses typically use either Bonnell or pocket springs. Pocket springs have individual covers that allow them to work independently, while Bonnell springs all connect together.
- Sleeping with a partner? To minimise the impact on your partner, pocket springs over Bonnell are preferred.
- Sleeping too warm? Air can circulate through spring mattresses, helping you to stay cool.
- A wooden base spring bed is a mattress with springs inside of a frame that supports itself (often made from pine). This is almost a full-size bed. The majority have two layers of springs.
- Hybrid mattresses are made up of several types of foam and layers, including pocket springs. They provide a firm support that relieves pressure in the right places.
Foam mattresses: a cradling cuddle
Foam mattresses are made up of a variety of foams that provide support, conform to the body shape and relieve pressure.
Memory foam is used in most foam mattresses. Standard foam (polyurethane) can also be found. Memory foam is dense, yet elastic and moldable. It improves blood circulation in muscles and the skin. Standard foam can create a stable sleep environment, and it can feel firm or soft. High resilience foam has a higher durability than standard foam and recovers quickly.
- Do you want to sleep alone? Foam absorbs shocks from movements.
- Sleeping too cold? Foam hugging the body often feels warmer than spring mattresses.
2. Find out the firmness of your mattress
How do you choose the right mattress firmness for your body? Sleeping position is important. Weight doesn’t define you, but it does affect support. If you’re sharing a bed with someone, it may be worth considering two mattresses of different firmness.
Medium-firm mattresses are the best.
- Side sleepers weighing less than 85 kg. Why? It shapes to the shoulders, hips and comfort zones. Pair with a high-profile pillow.
- Back sleepers weighing less than 60 kg. Why? It prevents the neck and lower spine from sinking into bed too deeply. Pair with a low-profile pillow.
- Stompers who weigh less 60 kg. Why? It helps to avoid stressing your spine. Pair with a pillow that is very low or none at all.
Firm mattresses are the best.
- Side sleepers weighing 85 kg or over. Why? It shapes to the shoulders, hips and comfort zones. Pair with a high-profile pillow.
- Back sleepers who are 60 kg or greater. Why? It prevents the neck and lower spine from sinking into bed too deeply. Pair with a low-profile pillow.
- Stompers who weigh more than 60 kg. Why? It helps to avoid stressing your spine. Pair with a pillow that is very low or none at all.
3. Size?
Have you got your eye on a specific mattress? Check that it fits your body, sleeping space and bed frame. Compare the measurements of your existing frame or space with those on the product. You should be able to turn and move around without having your feet hanging off the end. Consider two single mattresses if you are sharing your bed. They may be more suitable for each person’s needs than a double mattress. Mattress sizes include single (XX x XX mm), double (XX xX mm), etc.
4. Easy-care aids to top off your look
A mattress protector will help your mattress last longer, protect it from dirt, and keep it fresh. Vacuuming your mattress twice a year and turning it about every six months will help to maintain its condition. Spin it like you would a record and not flip it. The mattress topper is also a good protective layer. We recommend using it on spring mattresses. A mattress topper can reduce the comfort provided by a latex or foam mattress.
