If your morning starts with a back ache or sore muscles, then it might be the right time to replace your mattress. A good quality mattress lasts for up to 8-10 years but you should consider replacing your mattress every 5-6 years. Remember all those nights when you couldn’t sleep? When you kept shuffling on your bed and couldn’t figure out why you can’t sleep? Well I think you got your answer now. Making the decision to replace your mattress is relatively easier than actually going out and buying one. It is overwhelming to see all these different types of mattresses with various price ranges. You will not get enough time to test out your mattress at the stores so, it is better to go with a little bit of knowledge about mattresses. So, if you want to know which mattress is right for you then search no more. Here I have an ultimate guide that will help you choose a right mattress for yourself.

  • What’s your budget?

Setting a budget for your mattress is the very first thing you need to do while planning to get a new one. Budget obviously varies from person to person so you need to decide how much you are willing to pay for your mattress. You don’t necessarily need to burn a hole down your pocket for a good night’s sleep. More money doesn’t mean more comfort. With so many brands and mattresses emerging in the market, you can easily get a mattress that’s perfect for you and still affordable. If you want to save more bucks, then I suggest you to consider buying your mattress online. I know it’s a little scary buying something online but if it lets you save a few more bucks then why not? But, keep in mind that you don’t go Ultra-Cheap because that will definitely save you some money but you might end up with just an average mattress.

  • Type of Mattress

There are a number of varieties in market these days and preferences vary from person to person. You need to find out which is the mattress that you prefer. Different types of mattresses are Latex, innerspring, memory foam, water beds, gel mattresses, and many more.

Every mattress has its own unique features so do a little research and try to figure out which one you prefer before actually going out to the store to get yourself a new mattress. It is better to research before hands so that you don’t get confused or influenced by the salespersons.

  • Firmness

Comfort is not subjective and hence there are certain levels of firmness that are provided in a mattress so you can choose one that you find comfortable for yourself. Usually there are three levels of firmness to choose from: Soft, Medium and Firm. Firmness should be chosen keeping in mind that the mattress is keeping your spine properly aligned.

People with heavy weight prefer a firmer mattress which will not let their body sink in and keep their spine aligned. Whereas, People with normal weight prefer a medium firm mattress. Similarly, lighter people prefer a softer mattress which can provide comfort to them.

Average preferred firmness by the sleepers is medium but it completely depends upon the individual.

  • Sleeping position

Lastly, you need to evaluate your sleeping position. Sleeping position plays the most important part in your quest to find the right mattress.

If you prefer sleeping on your stomach, then you should consider getting a firmer mattress because it will not only keep your spine aligned but will also provide maximum comfort.

If your preferred sleeping position is on your back, then you should get a mattress with medium kind of firmness. This will prevent you from completely sinking into the bed and will also keep your back aligned.

People who sleep on their sides should consider getting a softer mattress which will adjust perfectly to the contour of their body providing a good sleep.

 

So what are you waiting for? This Guide will help you to get the right mattress for yourself. All you need to do now, is just follow these steps and there, your good night’s sleep is on its way.