Points to consider when making the choice

The important explanations you are about to read were given by Mercado Libre (1), a very well known portal on the Internet. Try to keep these explanations in your mind when you want to buy a new mattress.

– Measures: First tip: the mattress must fit perfectly the available space and the size of the bed. Always take into account the people who will sleep on the mattress and the space they will have to rest. Don’t forget that standard measures vary by country – consider that, too

– Support: Mattress manufacturers, like most of the products, have also benefited from increasingly advanced technology to improve the quality of their products, thereby improving the quality of sleep they provide. Three things you have to consider as essential: firmness, structure and contact surface of the mattress.

– Filling: The filling of a mattress has a lot to do with comfort. After all, a mattress that is capable to provide firmness and balance can guarantee a very restful sleep!

– It is also important to check the quality of the cover, which can be optimized with a good coating.

– Thinking as a couple: The determining factor here is: the opinion and needs of both matter! If you are looking for a mattress for you and your beloved one, it has to provide satisfaction for both of you.

Sleeping position

In which position do you sleep? On your back? On your stomach? On your side? Well, you better know that your sleeping position – in addition to the characteristics of the mattress – is also very important.

– If you sleep on your back or stomach, you will need a firmer model. But if your favorite sleeping position is on your side, you will need a mattress with a more flexible material, to better “fit” your hips and shoulders, preventing discomfort

– In case you weigh more than 90 kilograms, the perfect model for you is the one that provides great resistance and good support.

– About the length of the mattress, it must be 10 or 15 centimeters longer than the tallest person who will sleep there.

– When buying your mattress, try to avoid extremes: do not buy a mattress that is too hard (because it will not adapt to your spine) or too soft (because it can cause back and neck pain). If you need more support for your spine, remember that the mattress must be rigid and level. Do not buy a mattress without testing its resistance – sit in different areas and see if it keeps its firmness – it is the ideal.

Types of mattresses

So far, you’ve learned a lot about mattresses, right? So, let’s continue your learning journey to find the right mattress, now talking about the materials that make up the mattresses. There are several types and each one has its purpose. Let’s see?

It was already mentioned that with the advance of the technology, today you can find several different types of mattress; and with this infinity of types, you can – certainly! – find that one that will be perfect for all your needs, providing you the restful sleep you deserve!

– Mattresses with springs: This type of mattress is the most traditional. It is made up of a spring base, conical or cylindrical, with a foam plate that can be of several densities. It is a firm and stable mattress, but if you like to sleep on your back, maybe it is too hard for you. An interesting note about this mattress: with the springs of a new technology used today, there is no need to turn the mattress anymore, as it was common with this type of product years ago. Good, huh?.

– Foam mattresses: Made up of a polyurethane foam, this type of mattress presents different densities and heights. If you have spinal problems, the HR (high resilience) foam models are perfect for you. The foam mattresses use to have models with different areas of firmness; they are ergonomic, durable and are usually cheaper than other materials.

– Viscoelastic mattresses: If you have spinal problems or muscle pain, this mattress is for you, because it helps the right alignment of the spine and every area of the body is supported! Also known as memory foam mattresses, they are made up of a thermosensitive foam that adapts to the shape of the body and can have different levels of density. They are manufactured with and without springs.

– Viscogel mattresses: This type of mattress is not recommended in case of overweight… It has a great elasticity, made up of gel columns distributed over the entire surface and has a long useful life.

When should you change the mattress?

To prevent some type of spinal problem, it is highly recommended to change your mattress every 10 years.

Nothing lasts forever, and the mattresses are not different. The quality deteriorates and comes a time where they are no longer useful – that is when you have to think about a new mattress.

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