Mattress shopping is not something that should be taken lightly. Availability of a high-quality bed mattress will cause a domino effect on a person’s life in general. A bed mattress inevitably impacts the quality and quantity of sleep you are getting. Having the right amount of sleep will influence a person’s mood throughout the day and positively impact a person’s overall health. So, you see, a bed mattress is a serious and long-term investment.
Nothing beats a comfortable bed to go to after a long day of hard work, especially during this pandemic, when many people work from home to prevent the further spread of the virus. However, you find something odd about your current mattress; it doesn’t provide you the comfort it used to have. Sad, but you have to do something about it. The first step in mattress shopping is narrowing down your options, so here are 7 types of bed mattresses to consider:
1. Adjustable Mattress
The adjustable bed mattress can give you the power to, well, adjust the bed frames into a position that would give you the most comfort. The usual parts that you could adjust are the upper and lower parts. There are products like this in the market with more features like a massaging option, making some people consider it to be the best mattress out there.
The basic version of this mattress is now commonly found in hospitals as they give relief to people with certain medical conditions. If you have medical conditions which concern your bone structure and health, it’s probably best to visit your doctor to consult whether or not you have to buy this type of mattress.
2. Gel Mattress
Gel foam mattress delivers a feature that can quickly bounce back to its original position when pressure is released. The materials used to gel foam mattresses enable the user to sleep comfortably at night without being interrupted by the heat. Furthermore, this bed mattress provides the proper support and comfort. Gel foam mattresses are designed with hollow columns, promoting increased airflow for cooler temperatures and keeping the bed fresh.
3. Latex Mattress
Latex mattresses are becoming increasingly popular over the last few years. However, not all latex mattresses are made the same. Two (2) main processes in making a latex mattress are Dunlop and Talalay. The Dunlop process is thick sap extracted from trees are baked to form the bed, whereas the Talalay has two more additional steps, which ultimately lead to columns that promote more airflow within the mattress.
4. Innerspring Mattress
The most important thing to consider when eyeing an excellent innerspring mattress is the coil structure underneath the bed. There are four (4) types of coil structure of an innerspring mattress: Bonnell, Offset, Continuous, and Marshall or Pocketed coils. The most expensive is the Marshall or Pocketed coils, but this type of coil structure would guarantee you to provide body support, comfort, and a high bounce degree. Make sure to consider the quality also.
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5. Memory Foam Mattress
The memory foam mattress provides that sinking feeling when lying down on it. Memory foam mattress features its ability to perfectly contour the body to ensure excellent support to the body structure. This is also the type of mattress to have a prolonged ability to return to its original position when pressure is released. The memory foam mattress is one of the most popular types of bed because of the comfort and relaxation it brings.
6. Futon Mattress
Futon Mattresses are made up of several materials like wool, cotton, and latex. The materials mentioned are tufted to create a long-lasting product. The futon mattress also has a tufted microfiber cover which provides a comfortable surface. Futon mattresses are usually placed when used and tucked away after being used. The bed is perfect for those people who want to save space in their homes with a small floor area.
7. Hybrid Mattress
Hybrid mattresses are known for their sturdiness and ability to provide pressure relief to whoever lies down on them. The hybrid mattress is made with a combination of different layers. The layers usually consist of latex, innerspring coil structure, gel, and memory foam. The combination of those materials creates a “hugging” sensation. The hybrid mattress is perfect for those who do not want the sinking feeling brought by the memory foam mattress.
Takeaway
You are now acquainted with some of the many types of mattresses, and it is up to you what to choose. The list only gives you a mere description of each kind, and it would still be best to try and feel the mattress in a physical store personally. Comfort and relief are very subjective, and each person has their preference for selecting the right mattress for them. A visit to the doctor, especially to those who have medical conditions, would be ideal also.
