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16.07.2024 - 16:38 / growingfamily.co.uk / Catherine
Experts agree that getting enough sleep and maintaining good sleeping habits is one of the key ways to look after your health. And that makes sense, when you think about the fact that we spend a substantial amount of our life sleeping.
Most adults need around 7 to 9 hours of sleep per day, with a slight variation according to age and health. If you also read or watch TV in bed, the amount of use your mattress gets goes up even more.
The fact that we spend so much time using our beds means it’s sensible to invest in a quality mattress. Doing so will not only help to give you good quality sleep, it will also hopefully mean you don’t have to replace it as often.
When choosing a mattress, there are lots of factors to consider before you make a final decision. Foam or springs, soft or firm, standard, or maybe a multifunctional fold out bed? With so many products on the market, it’s easy to get confused!
Here’s a quick guide to the key areas you should think about when it’s time to buy a new mattress.
Let’s start with the 5 most common mattress types currently available on the market.
Foam mattresses are made entirely from foam. They don’t contain springboards, and the foam simply ‘hugs’ your body. In recent years, memory foam mattresses have become very popular, with their innovative technology adapting to your body to provide the highest comfort levels. Foam mattresses are often recommended for side sleepers.
Latex mattresses are made from naturally formed latex, so they’re an excellent choice if you’d like to make an eco-conscious purchase. Latex is also recommended for people who get hot in bed, as the material can provide a cooling feel to the body. The natural bounce of latex enables an easy transition between sleeping
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