This FREE mattress buying guide shows you how to buy the best memory foam mattress without worrying about high mattress prices, cheap mattresses or scary salesmen. You'll read the entire darn thing just because you love me. And I'm eternally grateful. The first, most important thing to remember about buying a memory foam mattress is DON'T GET HUNG UP LOOKING FOR PERFECTION. The fact is that mattresses are a commodity and many will work for you, not just one. Don't believe it if a salesperson tells you that you have to buy that comfortable mattress now ("The sale ends today and you'll pay 6 times as much after its over!"). Or that you risk perpetual insomnia along with the inevitable hallucinations, job loss and financial and social ruin if you don't buy that particular mattress. There's always another mattress deal tomorrow. The most important steps to take, from setting a budget and choosing a mattress size to finding a memory foam mattress dealer. Confound the scariest mattress salesmen with these simple questions.
And make memory foam mattress comparisons easy. The easiest way to get a discount. Should you use store credit? Where will you get the best deals? Plus more tips on creating a your personal mattress sale. Can cheap mattresses really be dangerous? How to determine whether a mattress is too cheap. And should you consider buying a used mattress? As a general rule, don't even bother with a memory foam mattress priced below $500. And a good value on a large bed could actually cost more than $3,000. Unfortunately there's no way to easily compare mattress prices beyond that. Even though many memory foam mattresses are similar, each bed store company has individually branded them so that it's difficult to even compare densities and foam layer depth. And they are very quick to change their prices to remain competitive. So ALWAYS ask for a discount. The author of this mattress buying guide thinks that you shouldn't be too shy about it either. Stats like foam density, ILD and number and height of layers are all important.
But this mattress buying guide strongly suggests that your comfort should be the deciding factor. There's a difference between a memory foam bed discounted and a cheap bed. Cheap beds can stink and start to sag almost immediately. A discount bed can be less expensive because of fewer frills such as an added pillow top or maybe it's sold direct by the manufacturer. You don't have to pay top dollar to get a good sleep on a memory foam mattress. There's plenty of retailers who will claim to sell you wholesale memory foam. But most of the time it's merely discounted slightly. Buying wholesale memory foam mattresses usually takes a business license and a willingness to make a commitment to buy many mattresses, not just one or two.All too often the word "wholesale" is just used as a synonym for 'sale'. Or it's a ploy to sell you substandard goods. Be cautious when someone offers to sell you memory foam wholesale. Don't ever buy a memory foam mattress online unless you've tried a similar one in person.
Before you buy a mattress online do a search for negative reviews and complaints. Get written quotes for all costs and fees associated with any potential returns. On a more positive note, you can easily find adiscount mattress online. All of the big manufacturers have websites. You can easily find your tempurpedic, serta and sealy mattress online. Mattress firmness is discussed in every mattress buying guide. Possibly because it's a much more measureable quantity than 'comfort'. I'm not going to get into a long discussion about ILD and density now. The best firm mattress in an inner spring mattress is easy to determine. Lie on your back in bed. A firm mattress will leave just enough room for you to be able to slide your hand (with a bit of effort) under the small of your back.A firm orthopaedic mattress, or a firm foam mattress will not allow you to slide your hand under the small of your back at all.Memory foam will be firm at first then will soften where your body is touching it so that your entire back is cradled without small gaps between you and the mattress.
I hope you found this mattress buying guide useful. For more information, check the menu links.Buying a mattress is one of the most important investments you can make for your health. Put that pressure on top of all the different mattress stores, types, sizes, technologies, and different mattress names, and it becomes a stressful experience. Below are a few ideas to help you get started and some descriptions on the types of mattresses you will find on your search. This should be your easiest decision. California King is the biggest, it's actually just a longer King, built for taller folks. Queen and Full size mattresses are very close in size, and almost always fit on the same frames - but measure first! Twin XLs are usually what you find in a dorm room, but they are also what fits on an adjustable bed base. We put our mattresses in 3 comfort categories: Now... within each of these categories, there is a lot of variety. Also, the feel of a mattress is somewhat subjective - 2 people may disagree on what a mattress feels like.
It's really important that you try them out in a store to get what feels just right to you. If you have already found your mattress, great! If you're still not sure, think about what keeps you up at night. Do you wake up from being too cold or too hot? Does your partner move around a lot? Do your pressure points bother you? Do you wake up with back pain? If you frequently wake up from being too hot or too cold, consider what your mattress is made of. The #1 complaint of traditional memory foam mattresses (including Tempur-Pedic®) is that they "sleep hot." Traditional memory foam holds your body heat. If you sleep cold, this could be a great thing. If you sleep hot, look for a mattress that has "cool gel" technology of latex foams. Gel foam mattresses contain a mix of gel and foam that helps dispurse heat and feels cool to the touch. Latex foams are naturally breatheable, so they help with air flow, which helps regulate sleep temperature. Do you sleep with someone that tosses and turns?
Or maybe you go to bed before they do, and when they get in bed the movement wakes you up? Or maybe you sleep with pets that move around during the night? All of these problems are common and obviously frustrating. If this is a frequent concern, consider a memory foam mattress, or a gel memory foam mattress. Memory foam by its very nature dampens movement (sound booths are lined with this stuff!), and will minimize partner disturbance.Snoring is a common problem with several possible causes. An adjustable bed may help. By keeping the upper torso slightly elevated, your airways are less likely to be restricted. This can drastically reduce snoring. But there are lots of possible causes, so be sure to check with your doctor. Do your pressure points bother you? If you are a side sleeper and you are bothered by your pressure points, you may want to consider a medium-level comfort (plush) type mattress. If you go too firm, there may not be enough give; too soft, there may not be enough support.
Alternatively, consider a memory foam or gel memory foam mattress to help dispurse the weight from pressure points. You probably need a new, or at least a different mattress. Sleeping is when your body gets a chance to rest and heal. It shouldn't be causing you more pain. If your mattress is 8 years old or older, it's time to start shopping for a mattress. An Innerspring mattress contains some type of coil system. There is also a new mattress category emerging called "hybrid" - which is basically the combination of an innerspring and memory foam mattress. (Which a lot of beds are these days!) There are all kinds of spring systems: traditional, micro coils, pocketed coils, and layered combinations that provide additional support or motion dampening. Because of the layered combinations, coil counts no longer mean what they used to. However, if you need heavy-duty support, look for coils with a larger gauge (thickness). Did you know that the only difference between a "pillowtop" and a "eurotop" is how it is sewn to the mattress?
Both of these types provide an additional layer of comfort of soft cushioning. These cushion layers can be made of cotton padding, memory foams and/or gels that provide extra types of comfort and relieve sleep issues. You will find Pillowtop & Eurotop mattresses in the "Plush" or "Ultra Plush" comfort levels. Latex is a naturally occuring substance found in plants like the rubber tree. There are also synthetic forms. Latex is naturally hypoallergenic, and breathable, which helps regulate sleep temperature. It's also naturally resistant to bacteria, mildew, mold and dust mites. Latex is also very durable, and maintains its "bounce," making it a great addition to a memory foam mattress. Latex pillows are also quite awesome. Memory foam mattresses have become quite popular in the past decade, mostly thanks to Tempur-Pedic®. Memory foam provides the firmness needed for support and varying levels of softness for comfort. Due to the conforming nature of memory foam, you will have the feeling of "sinking in" to this type of mattress.
Then when you get up, it returns to its natural shape. The major complaint of traditional memory foam mattresses is that they "sleep hot" - in that they hold your body heat. If this is a concern, consider a gel memory foam mattress. Gel memory foam mattresses are one of the newest technologies and they are taking comfort to a new level. The gel material provides a “cool” comfort that is cool to the touch, and helps regulate body temperature. In a gel foam mattress, gels are infused with memory foam to create a different overall feel compared to just memory foam. If you tend to sleep hot, this is the perfect mattress for you. With a touch of a button, adjustable power bases allow you to adjust the incline of your upper and lower body to create perfectly customized comfort. Adjustable beds have been common in hospitals for years but have finally made their way into homes. King size adjustable beds are made with 2 connected Twin-XL bases and mattresses, which allow partners to choose their own comfort.