How long have you been sleeping on your mattress?
5 years? 10 years? Or even 20? It might be time to switch it up. The general rule of thumb is to replace at 8. That means to replace your old mattress every 8 years. Not everyone does, but technology does change, and the beds today are more advanced, and provide more support for getting the a good night’s sleep. Did you know that every 10 years the weight of a mattress doubles due to dead dust mites? Also, that the average person sweats 4 gallons a month while they sleep? Gross.
That hopefully makes you think about how soon you will be replacing your mattress. If you recently bought a bed that’s great- we hope you are getting a good restful night’s sleep. If it’s coming up on that 8 year anniversary you might want to read our How To Buy a Mattress Guide.
Start by selecting a size. This is probably the easier of decisions to come. Make sure you measure the room where the mattress is going, so you know what you can accommodate. The following are the dimensions of mattresses: Twin 38” x 75” – Twin XL 38” x 80” – Full 54” x 75” – Queen 60” x 80” – Traditional King 76” x 80” – Cal King 72” x 84”.
Pick your comfort next. Do you have a bad back? You might want to consider a firmer bed. Do you like to imagine you are sleeping on a cloud? A softer bed might be better for you. There are many levels of comfort: Firm, Plush, PillowTop, EuroTop, Pillow soft, and more. It is best to lay on each mattress. Once you start to narrow down what comfort level you like, spend at least 15 minutes on the mattress or mattresses you have selected. It is important to try out the mattresses in the position you typcially sleep in at home: side, stomach, back, etc.
Choosing a model before or after you lie on the mattress is fine. It may be tempting to buy the cheaper bed when comparing prices, however don’t let price decide your next bed. There is a reason there are top brand names of mattresses. Remember you will sleep on this mattress for a third of your life for the next few years. Make sure you educate yourself as much as possible. Also be sure to ask about company policies, comfort exchanges, and warranties. It is good to know all of this before purchasing.
The last and final decision is what your mattress will be on. Hopefully not the floor, as the bed is supposed to support you! You will need to decide between box spring, foundation or adjustable base. Most people have a box spring and that is primarily what most manufacturers use, but there has been a recent spike in adjustable bases. Adjustable bases allow you to sleep more comfortably, watch TV, or use electronics in the bedroom. A box spring is a good choice as well: the coils inside the box spring act as little shock absorbers. A working box spring has been considered the best way to build a mattress set.
More recently, however, technology in beds has changed. A foundation is a non-flexing base that makes a great “do not disturb” sleep foundation. Simmons Beautyrest beds are known for using these foundations.
Lastly, highly consider purchasing a mattress protector or mattress cover. They can run you around $50 to $100 or more. This will be worth the investment in the case that any accidents occur. This will keep your mattress cleaner and protected from bodily fluids or other spills.
Come in and ask me about a complete sleep system today!!!
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