BEST MATTRESS BUYING GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENT

1. HOW TO CHOOSE A MATTRESS (IN SHORTEST WAY)
2. HOW TO CHOOSE A MATTRESS (LONG DETAILED EXPLANATION )

HOW TO CHOOSE A MATTRESS (IN THE SHORTEST WAY)

1. LONG LASTING MATTRESS FEATURES:-

Thick mattress last longer
Mattress with inner springs lasts a few years
Air mattress, water mattress also lasts only a few years
100% natural Latex mattress lasts longer compared to air & water version of mattress
Hybrid foam mattress also lasts longer ( but less lasting than natural latex)
100% NATURAL LATEX>NATURAL LATEX>PURE LATEX> BLENDED LATEX> CORE FOAM MATTRESS (in terms of long-lasting)
Good mattress lasts at least for 10 years. Some best quality mattress lasts for more than 20 years.
Some branded companies give a warranty up to 15 yrs.
You should avoid buying a mattress that gives 1-year warranty or no warranty.

2. MATTRESS FOR BABY, TODDLER, NEWBORN & CHILD

Waterproof, dustproof, bacteria & mite proof (hypoallergenic)
extra firm (more firm means better for old, baby, back pain & stress people)
memory foam
Latex
Ultra Plush
Innerspring should be an open coil type (to know about types of inner springs, their advantages & disadvantages read till end of the blog)

3. MATTRESS FOR OLD PEOPLE (ELDERLY & AGING PEOPLE 50+)

The firm should be more (extra firm above MEDIUM)
No to less bouncing ( Bouncing mattress only good for babies)
MEMORY FOAM
LATEX
HYPOALLERGENIC
ECO-FRIENDLY/ ORGANIC
Allergy-proof (bacteria, dust, mites proof)
Adjustable mattress

4. MATTRESS FOR BACK PAIN, STRESS & DEEP SLEEPING

For stomach sleepers more FIRM MATTRESS is required
For side sleepers soft & normal FIRM mattress is required
Memory foam is the best for back pain
copper gel infused memory foam (SIMPLY GEL INFUSED MEMORY FOAM)
Latex & memory foam mattress is good for deep sleep & stress.

5. MATTRESS CUSTOMER CARE & OTHER THINGS TO REMEMBER

Thicker mattress lasts longer but is heavy.
QUEEN, KING & CALIFORNIA KING MATTRESS DIFFER IN SIZE (height & width)
California king mattress is for taller people (6 ft+).3 people can sleep comfortably on California king mattress.
King is also for tall & 2 persons
Queen is for shorter people. One person can sleep comfortably on the queen mattress.
Prefer 2-in-1, 3-in-1 or 5-in-1 mattress to save money & space. (This types of mattress are on trend now)
6-inch thickness is the standard thickness of a mattress. More thickness means more comfortable (most of the times) & lasts longer.
If you are single then you should go for a lighter mattress (your mattress thickness should be less than 10 inches)
MOST OF THE MATTRESS COMPANIES ARE CUSTOMER CENTRIC. IF YOUR MATTRESS COMPANY HAS POOR CUSTOMER SUPPORT THEN NEVER BUY MATTRESS FROM THAT COMPANY.
IF YOUR MATTRESS COSTS MORE THAN 1000$ THEN IT SHOULD LAST MORE THAN 7-10 YEARS (if it has warranty less than 7 years then never buy)
WHEN YOU BUY A MATTRESS YOU WILL FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE FOR FEW WEEKS EVEN IF IT IS THE BEST MATTRESS SO WAIT BEFORE CURSING THAT MATTRESS.
IF YOU DON'T LIKE YOUR MATTRESS THEN TELL CUSTOMER CARE ABOUT IT. THEY WILL HELP YOU.
BEFORE BUYING A MATTRESS NEVER FORGET TO READ REVIEWS THOROUGHLY. ALWAYS BUY FROM CUSTOMER CENTRIC COMPANY.

HOW TO CHOOSE A MATTRESS/ TYPES OF MATTRESS, THEIR ADVANTAGES & DISADVANTAGES (LONG EXPLANATION )

types of mattress:-

INNERSPRING MATTRESS
LATEX MATTRESS
PILLOWTOP
ORTHOPEDIC MATTRESS
GEL INFUSED MATTRESS
FOAM MATTRESS
WATERBED MATTRESS
AIRBED MATTRESS
ORGANIC & ECO-FRIENDLY MATTRESS
HYBRID MATTRESS
FIBER MATTRESS (FABRIC MATTRESS)
BOTH SIDE USABLE MATTRESS
ADJUSTABLE MATTRESS (2-IN1,3-IN1, 5-IN1 etc.)
FUTON (Japanese traditional style bed)
WATER PROOF, DUST PROOF, HYPOALLERGENIC MATTRESS

1.Innerspring Mattress

innerspring mattress photo (pic credit amazon.in)

Though It is an old technology (1800s) it never loses its popularity. People still love bouncing mattress.

Type of Coiled steel springs present inside the mattress decides the lifespan of a mattress.

If the innerspring coil is bad in quality then the mattress will never last more than 3 years.

Here is the list of types innerspring:-

BONNELL COIL
CONTINUOUS COIL
MARSHALL COIL/POCKET COIL
OFFSET COIL

1. BONNELL COIL

The oldest type of innerspring. Invented in the 1900s to give support to the seat cushion of vehicles.
Easy to make & cheapest.

2. CONTINUOUS COIL

The name says everything. Rows of continuous coils are connected to a rod.
This type of springs are bouncy & give good firm.
Cheap to produce & found in the cheap mattress.

3.MARSHALL COIL

Individual coils are packed in a fabric bag (pocket bag) hence it is called pocket coil. As James Marshall invented this in 1900 it is also called as MARSHALL COIL.
It is more comfortable & found in a higher priced mattress.

4. OFFSET COIL

Similar to pocketed coils but its both edges (head & toe) are not square shaped or spiral shaped.
They give more comfortable than Bonnel coil & continuous coil.
Found inexpensive mattress & it gives more comfort than the pocketed coil.

ADVANTAGES OF INNERSPRING

They are the reason why your mattress bounces. Small children & happy couple love bouncing mattress.
It is cost effective can be found in all types of price tags.
Long lasting:- Good quality coil can help you sleep on the same mattress up to 15 years.
Less weight:- modern innerspring contains carbon fiber coils. As you know carbon fiber is long lasting & lightweight.

DISADVANTAGES OF INNERSPRING

Noise: springs inside the mattress create noise that can distract you from sleeping (especially newborn baby)
Bouncing: Not good for back pain & deep sleep due to uncontrolled bouncing.
Low-quality innerspring mattress starts malfunctioning after 1-2 yrs.

2. Latex mattress

LATEX MATTRESS

Latex is the best quality mattress among all types of mattress. It is famous for durability & comfortable.

The latex mattress is made from rubber & synthetic rubber (artificial rubber)

Latex mattress manufactured using 2 methods

Talalay method
Dunlop method

1. TALALAY METHOD

In this method, only some part of mattress contains rubber sap & rest part contains air which filled using a vacuum.
Less dense compared to the Dunlop method.
This method is used to manufacture a synthetic latex mattress.

2. DUNLOP METHOD

In this method, all parts of the latex mattress only contain rubber sap.
More dense & comfortable than Talalay method.
This method is used to manufacturer % natural latex mattress.

TYPES OF LATEX MATTRESS

100% Natural latex mattress
Natural latex
Pure latex
Latex blend

1.100% natural latex mattress

It contains 100% natural rubber
expensive among all mattress.
It can cause allergy.

2. Natural Latex

80% natural rubber+ 20% SBR (Styrene butadiene rubber)
It is less expensive & less allergic

How to choose the natural latex from a adulterated mattress

3.Pure Latex

20% natural rubber+80% SBR
Less expensive , less allergic

4. Latex Blend

20% natural rubber + 80% SBR
Less expensive , no allergy.

ADVANTAGES OF LATEX MATTRESS

Most comfortable mattress among all mattress.
Best for back pain & deep sleep.
Lasts up to 25 years.

DISADVANTAGES OF LATEX MATTRESS

Expensive mattress
Allergic to some users.

3. PILLOW TOP MATTRESS/PADDING/TOPPER

It is called pillow top mattress because it has an additional padding level on the top of the mattress for extra comfort.
That padding can be made from foam/memory foam/ latex etc.
That padding appears like a pillow that is why it is called a pillow top mattress. (Also known as padding/topper)