The biggest pain about buying a new mattress is … well, just about everything. You spend an hour in the store, awkwardly flopping on and off beds trying to find the one that meets the Goldilocks standard of “just right.” Then you have to lug the winning mattress across the parking lot, onto your car roof, up stairs, and into your home. I recently transplanted from New York City to San Francisco, and the first major purchase I made — hesitantly — was a new mattress. But I did things a little differently this time. Casper, called “the Warby Parker of mattresses,” sells mattresses on its website and delivers them to your door in a box not much bigger than a nightstand. The Manhattan-based sleep startup raised $13 million in Series A funding last August, and famously generated $1 million in its first 28 days after launch. My shopping experience began online, and was over and done with in fewer than 10 minutes. Casper sells just one type of mattress, dubbed “The Casper Mattress,” because the company prefers to “put all our energy into building the ideal bed … rather than confuse you with tens (or hundreds) of models that all start to feel the same after a while.”
It combines latex foam for cooling and bounce, and memory foam for support. A hand-sewn, custom-designed cover seals the layers. I ordered a full-sized mattress for $750, comforted by the knowledge that I could return my Casper mattress for any reason within 100 days. Plus, it was free to ship! Less than one week later, it arrived! My roommates wheeled the box on a cart into my room. We turned it upright and cut open the box. Inside, a cloth bag held instructions and … … the most adorable little letter opener. I held the box at a 45-degree angle as my boyfriend wiggled the mattress out. It weighed about 60 pounds. We cut the mattress free from its felt binding using the letter opener. Then came time for the “unfurling.” The 10-inch-thick mattress expanded and flattened as it filled with air. My boyfriend cut through the plastic and the mattress sprung to life. In seconds, it was ready for sleeping. Here it is, all done up. I’ve slept in the bed for a few nights now, and here are my takeaways.
The Casper Mattress is surprisingly springy, even for an experienced Tempur-Pedic-sleeper like myself. Its latex-and-memory-foam combination absorbs and contours to my body like a sponge. That said, the sinkage is minimal. Thanks to the surface layer’s high foam density, I don’t feel like I’m climbing out of a manhole everytime I get out of bed. Does it meet the Goldilocks standard of “just right”? How could it, when ever sleeper’s needs are different? I would have preferred a slightly firmer mattress, and I hope a variation is available in the future. Still, the convenience and low costs associated with Casper trump all other mattress-buying experiences. It was infinitely easier to maneuver this cardboard box around my apartment building than it would have been to burden it on our backs and strap it to the car’s roof on the way home from the store. Plus, by ordering online, I avoided paying for delivery, shipping, and tip. In the on-demand era, laziness is king.
NOW WATCH: Ikea Says Its New Furniture Takes Only 5 Minutes To Assemble — Here’s The TruthThe Matrand mattress is sold by Ikea and uses memory foam technology. Available in twin, full, queen, and king sizes, the Matrand mattress offers “medium firm” or “firm” options. The Matrand memory foam mattress has a layer of latex to help you fully relax. Although the mattress may seem too firm at the beginning, you will find that the mattress will conform to your body as you use it. The bed measures 79.5 inches and has a thickness of 7 1/8 of an inch. Memory foam mattresses are designed to provide contouring to ensure that the mattress is supporting every part of the body. These types of mattresses work well for couples because they absorb motion. That means when one sleeper moves around, the other doesn’t feel the motion as much as on a traditional spring mattress. As a mid-range Ikea mattress, the Matrand mattress may help alleviate back pain and sleep difficulties.
The mattress resists bounciness and eases movement of sleepers. Many owners praise the Matrand and are satisfied with their purchase. To expand the mattress’ lifespan, IKEA offers a removable, washable cover, which is made of high-quality materials such as wool and cotton. The covers also reduce moisture and help regulate temperature. The price is affordable and Ikea provides a generous exchange or return policy. The mattress can be shipped directly to your home and assembly is simply unrolling the bed. Some sleepers may find the Matrand mattress too firm. Some consumers have questioned the durability and longevity of the mattress for everyday adult use, couples or heavier people. The Matrand mattress by Ikea competes with other low-priced mattresses such as Zinus and Signature Sleep. Sleepers who prefer to sleep on their back or their stomach may like this mattress. Those who prefer medium softness may also enjoy the Matrand. IKEA, a Swedish company selling home furnishings, offers latex, foam and spring mattresses.
The company sells less expensive spring mattresses to high-priced latex and memory foam mattresses. IKEA is known for its quality furniture and states that every mattress it sells is designed to offer comfort and support at a good price. As a company, IKEA provides home furnishing products that are affordable to many people. It focuses on combining function, quality, design and value and works to be as sustainable as possible. This mindset is ingrained in the design department, its sourcing activities, and our packing and distribution tasks. Mattress mysteries: What type is best for me? One of the best ways to get a good night's sleep is to invest time and money into buying a good-quality mattress. Mattress Buying Guide for tips on how to buy a mattress, and have a look at some of today's top-selling mattresses below before you head to the store to try one on for size. [caption id="attachment_2164" align="aligncenter" width="571"] Ikea Bekkestua Headboard with Sultan Atlöy Foundation, $599;
and Ikea Sultan Hultsvik Memory Foam Pillowtop Mattress, queen size, $649. Sultan Hultsvik Memory Foam Pillowtop Mattress is recognized by the Canadian Physiotherapy Association as a mattress that is designed to support the spine in a neutral position while sleeping. Active Response Coils are individually wrapped to insulate movements so you don't disturb your bed partner. Lyocell, a natural fibre, helps regulate body temperature as you sleep. To be completed with a slatted bed base, a box spring or foundation. [caption id="attachment_2165" align="aligncenter" width="491"] NaturaLatex Tao Mattress fulfils your desire for healthy, rejuvenating sleep with lush helpings of natural ingredients. The Talalay latex layer and supporting plant-based foam core work together to cradle and cushion your body for a deeper, more restorative rest. This mattress has a luxurious aloe vera ticking that nurtures your skin, while the cosy, NaturaWool lining wicks away moisture to maintain a fresh, dry sleep environment.
NaturaLatex Tao Mattress, queen size, $1299 (foundation is not included). Natura’s organic line of mattresses is made with certified organic materials, which means they are chemical and pesticide free. All queen-size mattresses in this line are made with 8 lbs of 100 per cent certified organic wool. For centuries wool has been dubbed “the miracle fibre” and science has never been able to duplicate it. The crimped structure of NaturaWool fibres creates millions of air pockets that ensure an insulating layer of dry, comfortable air next to the skin. This layer buffers the body from extreme cold or hot air, maintaining a comfortable temperature at all times. This relieves the body of thermal stress and steadies the heart rate, allowing for longer periods of deep sleep. [caption id="attachment_2171" align="aligncenter" width="437"] Sears Zedbed S11+ Memory Foam Mattress[/caption] Zedbed manufactures its own high-density, soy-based memory foam, with no innersprings, to help ensure you enjoy a great night's sleep every night.