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How to Choose a Mattress Material
How Much Does a Mattress Cost?
When it comes to knowing how to choose a mattress, sometimes having too many options can feel overwhelming—but there is no need to fear. The key to choosing a mattress is finding the right one for your unique needs. Take stock of your sleeping patterns and your most common complaints, and you are already halfway there. In this article, we break down what factors to consider when choosing a mattress, including sleep position, comfort level, material, size, and more. Then we recommend five of our favorite mattresses and who they are best for, so that you can find the right mattress from Sleep Better Mattress.
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Mattresses are often categorized by their comfort or firmness level. Mattress comfort level labels include ultra plush, plush, soft, medium, medium-firm, firm, and extra-firm. These designations may vary across brands, and they are fairly subjective labels.
When deciding on the ideal level of mattress support, it is important to consider your sleep position. Are you a side sleeper, stomach sleeper, back sleeper, or combination sleeper who switches positions during the night? Do you want a plush vs firm mattress?
As a general rule, softer mattresses are ideal for lighter weight sleepers and side sleepers. Medium and medium-firm mattresses are the biggest crowd pleasers for various sleeper positions. Firm and extra-firm mattresses are ideal for heavier sleepers as well as stomach and side sleepers.
How to Choose a Mattress Material
Mattresses are available in a number of different materials, so one of the best ways to find the right pick for you is by browsing by mattress type. Let’s explore the 4 of the most common mattress materials, including foam vs spring mattress and hybrid mattress vs memory foam:
❔ What is a memory foam mattress? It offers the best pressure relief because it conforms to your body and takes weight off pressure points. This is the best mattress for sleepers who experience pressure points.
❔ What is a latex mattress? A latex mattress feels similar to memory foam, but it’s more resilient (i.e., bouncy) and feels firmer with less sinking in This feature makes this a contender for best mattress for shoulder pain and best mattress for sciatica pain.
❔ What is an innerspring mattress? Spring mattresses use coils for support, which make them firmer and ideal for back and stomach sleepers. These mattresses are good for hip pain and sleepers who might have difficulty getting in and out of bed.
❔ What is a hybrid mattress? Hybrid mattresses combine all different types of mattress materials to provide customized comfort and support. The industry is booming with hybrid mattresses, meaning shoppers can find a variety of models, including some with gel memory foam, latex, and even premium hybrid beds with pocketed coils.
However, there is no replacement for testing out beds in person. Trying a mattress in real time allows you to settle the foam vs hybrid mattress debate or find the best mattress for back pain.
How to Choose a Mattress Size
The most relevant factors to consider when choosing a mattress size is the size of your space, the size of your bed frame, and who will be sleeping in your bed. Mattresses typically come in twin, full, queen, king, and California king options. Some brands even offer a split king models so that you and your partner can select different comfort levels. As with any home purchase, make sure to measure the dimensions of your room before you make a final decision.
Here's a handy guide the experts at Sleep Foundation have created. After measuring your room size, consider which size works best for your bedroom layout.
*Courtesy of Sleep Foundation
Other Factors to Consider
There is a slew of other factors to consider when choosing a mattress, from temperature control to edge support. If you often feel hot during the night, find a brand that features innovative cooling technology. If organic and sustainable materials are important to you, look for an eco-friendly brand that falls in line with your values. If you struggle with allergies, hypoallergenic or plant-based memory foams might be a good option, and you can consider purchasing a mattress protector for an added layer of protection.
How Much Does a Mattress Cost?
As you search for the right mattress, you may be asking, “how much is a mattress?” Sleep Better Mattress offers mattresses as low as $200 and luxury options as high as over $5,000. Typically, innerspring mattresses are the cheapest option, followed by memory foam, and hybrid mattresses. Additionally, pillow top and Euro top mattresses tend to price as luxury mattresses.
✔ Consider an innerspring mattress for a spare bedroom, temporary replacement, or a bed for a college dorm.
✔ Consider a memory foam mattress if you plan on using a mattress for at least eight years and have a bigger budget to work with.
✔ Consider hybrid mattress if you have a larger budget and want the best features on the market.
5 Recommended Mattresses
You can shop for mattresses with all these considerations in mind at Sleep Better Mattress. Here are five of our top mattresses and who we recommend them for.
Best Bed in a Box: The Purple® Queen Mattress in a Box
This Purple queen mattress in a box offers comfortable support. The Purple Grid eliminates pressure points and allows airflow for a cool, comfortable feel. Dual layered comfort foam is high density and built to last while offering a soft layer on top of a firm, supportive layer. The feel of this bed is similar to high-end memory foam mattresses but with more breathability that’s unique to the Purple mattress line.
✅ Who is it for: This bed in a box is ideal for side sleepers who are looking for a comfortable balance between a soft and extra-firm surface.
Featured Purple mattress review: “We love our purple mattress! My husband has had multiple back and neck surgeries and I've had problems with my shoulders and hips. He was a little hesitant to buy this because he's always believed that a very firm mattress is better for his back. We've had it for a month now and agree that it's far and away the most comfortable mattress we've owned because it takes the pressure off our sore joints..”
Best Pocketed Coil Mattress: Beautyrest Harmony Lux™ Carbon Series Pocketed Coil Plush Pillow Top Queen Mattress
The Beautyrest pillow top mattress features several innovative designs so that you can rest easy. The exclusive coil system provides durable support while the InfiniCool™ Lux Technology helps you stay cool all night long. We also love the Seaqual™ Fabric Technology that transforms ocean plastics into luxurious, high quality sustainable fabrics.
✅ Who is it for: This plush pillow top is ideal for side sleepers, but its dual system of springs and memory foam are also suitable for back sleepers. This bed strikes a fine balance of support and comfort.
Featured Beautyrest Harmony Lux mattress review: “I bought this item several years ago, and I am so grateful I did. It is very comfortable and cozy. I didn't toss and turn or wake up feeling exhausted like I usually do. I love how soft the material is, and is very nice and sturdy. Excellent quality, one of the best mattresses I've ever bought.”
Best Hybrid Mattress: Serta® iComfort® Hybrid CF4000 Hybrid Firm Queen Mattress
This Serta iComfort hybrid mattress offers a memory foam hybrid option perfect for those who prefer a firm mattress. Stay cool with the MaxCold™ Cover and the UltraCold System™ that absorb excess heat from your body and channels it away. The contouring Air Support™ Foam helps to relieve aches and pains for a restorative night’s sleep.
✅ Who is it for: This hybrid mattress is ideal for stomach or back sleepers searching for a firm mattress.
Featured Serta iComfort CF4000 mattress review: “I am a side sleeper who likes a firm mattress, but I often struggle finding the right mattress because they often can be uncomfortable in the neck and shoulder area. But not this mattress. It gets the balance perfectly. It provides a nice level of support that I crave, while also having a soft foam topper that provides relief for my shoulders and neck. Since getting this, I've been sleeping better and my husband has been snoring less. A big win! Very glad to have this mattress.”
Best Memory Foam Mattress: Tempur-Pedic® TEMPUR-Adapt® Medium Queen Mattress
This Tempur-Pedic TEMPUR-Adapt bed is a medium firm foam mattress that will provide comfort for any sleeper position. The TEMPUR® Support Layer offers advanced adaptability for personalized comfort and support. It adapts to your shape as you move throughout the night. It’s soft and plush, so it’s easy on the body but with innovative cooling technology that keeps sleepers from getting hot like other traditional memory foam mattresses.
✅ Who is it for: This foam mattress is ideal for all sleeper positions.
Featured Tempur-Pedic Adapt Medium review: “My husband and I are very happy with this bed. We see the big difference between a regular mattress and the tempur-pedic. We don't have the same aches and pains as we previously did. We don't toss and turn as often and we feel more rested. This has been the best decision we made.”
Best Tight Top Mattress: Beautyrest Black® C-Class Innerspring Tight Top Medium Queen Mattress
The Beautyrest Black innerspring mattress provides targeted support with a T3 Pocketed Coil® center zone and layers of Beautyrest’s superior memory foams and latex. This mattress is a luxurious experience with a layer made from cashmere, alpaca, and silk. You can sleep like royalty and wake up ready to take on the day.
✅ Who is it for: This mattress is ideal for one who wants a luxurious and supported sleeping experience with medium firmness. If you tend to feel pressure points from coils, this might not be the best option.
Featured Beautyrest Black C-Class review: “I have truly been amazed at what a good night's rest I have received with my C-class firm. This mattress is truly firm, yet still has a pillowy comfort to it. My husband is up and down a lot in the night and his movements would always wake me and interrupt my sleep, and now I barely feel him rollover. It's been GLORIOUS. The sleek black color is a nice upgrade from the traditional white standard mattress color. I have been 100% satisfied with this mattress and would highly recommend.”
We are committed to helping you achieve your best sleep at the best value. Whether you are a side sleeper looking for comfortable memory foam or a back sleeper looking for firm support, Sleep Better Mattress is the best place to shop for a mattress in southern Utah. The key to finding the right mattress for you is considering your sleep position, ideal comfort level, and the size of your bedroom. Visit us in person to experience a new level of comfort–and then take that comfort home with you.
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