How to Pick the Perfect Mattress for You

How to Pick the Perfect Mattress For You

Did you know that we spend about one-third of our lives either sleeping or trying to fall asleep? If we spend a majority of our time in bed then it is only natural that we find the ideal mattress to sleep in. Looking for a new sleep system that is right for you is one of the most challenging decisions to make while mattress shopping. Do I need innerspring or memory foam? Do I need a plush or firm feel? Will this help my back and neck pain? These are the kind of questions one asks themselves while looking for a suitable bed. Each type of mattress on the market is made with a variety of technologies and materials to help meet consumers’ needs, wants, and budgets. We created a guide below to help our customers look through the types of mattresses that are available today and to make it easier while shopping for their perfect fit!

Types of Mattresses

Innerspring Mattress

If you are looking for a more traditional mattress, an innerspring mattress could be the fit for you. This type of mattress uses a steel coil support system. Manufacturers offer a large variety of different types of spring systems, including units with springs connected into a single unit and individually wrapped pocketed coils. Designs, spring shapes, number of coils, and coil gauge in a mattress can vary. Coil count can be more random, but the idea is that the greater number of coils will lead to a more supportive mattress with greater distribution of springs to contour and support the sleeper.

Best for: 

• Individuals who are looking for a more traditional feel.
• Edge support.
• More bounce!

Not best for: 

• Customers who are looking for an ultra plush mattress.
• Avoiding motion transfer from partner.

Memory Foam Mattress

Memory foam mattresses use a high-density polyurethane foam as the support system, in the upholstery layer, or both. Memory foam mattresses are a great option for consumers who are in the market for a mattress that contours closely to the shape of their body. These types of newly designed beds are known to provide great support and pressure relief, as well as cooling technologies to allow a cooler sleep throughout the night. Memory foam is the perfect fit for those who are combination sleepers, since it does have conforming capabilities.

Best for: 

• Individuals who are looking for a mattress that shapes to them.
• Sleeping with a partner – less motion transfer.
• Hot sleepers.

Not best for: 

• Individuals wanting more bounce out of a mattress.

Hybrid Mattress

Hybrid mattresses are designed to be the best of both worlds: innerspring and memory foam mattresses combined. Hybrids feature a steel coil support system with one or more types of foam, such as polyurethane foam, gel foam, latex foam, or memory foam. These beds give you the bounce and support of a traditional mattress and the comfort and feel that memory foam offers!

Best for: 

• Individuals looking for a perfect balance of support and comfort.
• Better body contouring than innerspring.
• Partners who want different types of mattresses.

Not best for: 

• Avoiding motion transfer from partner.

Gel Memory Foam Mattress

Gel memory foam mattresses are a type of memory foam mattress that contains gel in the product’s support system, upholstery layers, or both. The gel is added to the foam using different types of technology. These types of mattresses can offer sleepers a different comfort, feel, and cooler night’s rest.

Best for: 

• Hot sleepers.
• Individuals who are looking for a memory foam mattress that is crafted differently.
• Sleeping with a partner – less motion transfer.

Not best for: 

• Individuals wanting more bounce out of a mattress.

Latex Mattress

Latex mattresses are a step in the right direction for the consumers who are looking for a more natural bedding option. Latex mattresses use latex foam as the support system, in the upholstery layers, or both. Latex beds are a more popular type because of its durability and how it conforms to the sleeper’s body. It provides more bounce and offers pressure relief. There are two main latex types used in manufacturing: Talalay and Dunlap. Plus, these mattresses are hypo-allergenic!

Best for: 

• Individuals with allergies.
• Consumers looking for a pressure relief mattress.
• Hot sleepers.

Not best for: 

• Avoiding motion transfer from partner.

We hope the guide provided above was helpful in answering any challenging questions one may have while researching mattresses. At Mattress Fit, we strive to help in any way we can to find your next perfect sleep system. Visit us in-store today to try the many different mattresses we offer and let our team take the work out of shopping for you.

Happy Shopping

As mentioned before, there are different factors to consider when shopping for the right mattress. One tip we always give our customers is to make sure you measure! Measure your room and then use the mattress measurements above to make sure the bed you want will fit comfortably!

Visit Mattress Fit to find your future mattress and we will help you with picking out the best size!