Here's all you need to know about your mattress. Any doctor will tell you that a good night's sleep is extremely important. And one of the basic requirements of sound sleep is the elusive 'perfect' mattress. But how do you distinguish between all the different varieties available? Anand Nichani, an expert of mattress technology gives us some pointers. Coir or foam mattresses? That is a misconception most people have. Foam mattresses are known for its extraordinary capacity for adapting to the pressure exercised by the body and to the body heat. The heat makes materials malleable and all polyurethanes are subjected to this. Memo foam mattress responds mainly to the pressure of the body rather than to the heat, as we know that heat interacts much slower than the weight; so we can easily presume that it would take longer to adapt and even longer to recuperate to its original shape. And this feature makes you 'wake up feeling fresh'. In the case of a coir mattress which is basically hard;
it does not take the body shape and this creates pressure points, hindering a good night's sleep. Coir also tends to get compressed when body rests on it. Over a period of time, it does not regain back its original shape leading to sagging of the mattress. How much does a mattress affect quality sleep and relaxation? It is necessary for us to get complete rest especially when we spend one-third of our life on it. Accordingly, the mattress on which we sleep needs to be firm, yet gentle. If it is too hard, then it gets uncomfortable and hinders the quality of sleep. Only when the body gets quality sleep; we feel rejuvenated and relaxed. A mattress, in order to be proportionate to our body and to offer 100 % of all its comfort and quality, it must be 20 cm longer than us and at least 160 cm wide if sleeping in two. If sleeping on a single mattress, the width must be at least 90 cm in order to allow natural movement during the night. It is to be noted that the distribution of weight is different according to our body and from one person to another and the perception of support and comfort is different.
It is, therefore, very important to consider the variables that influence our rest when we sleep with another person. When sleeping on the same mattress; the pressure created is of two different bodies, which needs to be considered. Foam mattresses with memory are extremely soft, giving comfort to the body and against bed sores. It is highly breathable. Tips on how to take care of mattresses and how to keep them clean - A mattress must be laid on a plain surface. - Dimension of the mattress should be selected precisely. - Mattresses should have exclusive fabrics with zipper, which can be easily removed, dry cleaned and put back for use.So it is time for a new mattress and perhaps also time for you to rethink the mattress size that you want. No longer are there just the basic twin, full, queen and king, there are also a couple of more choices of mattress sizes added to the mix and confusion. Prior to shopping for the perfect bed it is important to analyze specific wants, needs and size of area that the mattress will be making home.
Most spend their childhood sleeping in a singular twin. Some even were given the luxury of a larger full size bed as a child, but when it comes to buying a new mattress or mattresses for your home as an adult it is important to understand the different size dimension of beds that are available in order to make a well informed decision. The twin size mattress is usually the perfect bed for the child to young adult. At 39-inches wide by 74-inches long this compact sized mattress will sleep one person comfortably. Often two twin beds are used in rooms that siblings share. This is also the common size of mattress for a lovely day bed in a guest room as well. The extra-long, XL, twin size bed is more commonly known for being used in dorm rooms. This 38-inches wide by 80-inches long mattress adds a few inches to the more common twin size in order for a taller adult to sleep comfortably. It should also be noted that two XL twin beds placed together are approximately the same size as the common King size bed.
This is perfect for mates who want to sleep together but prefer different types of mattresses. Full size mattresses are often referred to as double beds. These mattresses that are 54-inches wide by 74-inches long work well for one person but can fit two cozily for smaller sized rooms. Often this is a good transition mattress to update a child’s room to a more adult themed décor as the young one reaches high school age. The Queen sized bed, at 60-inches wide by 80-inches long, is a most popular sized mattress for its ability to sleep two mates together comfortable as well as being able to fit into most room sizes. This mattress has become so popular that many also opt to use it in a child’s room that is on the larger size. If you like your space when sleeping next to a mate, then opt for the 76-inches wide by 80-inches long King Bed. You will want to make sure that your room’s dimensions will accommodate this larger bed size. For those who opt for this bed and need a traditional foundation, note that two split box springs are used in order to allow them to be moved more easily around tight hallways and stairs.
This is also a great sized bed for those inviting the pets and kids in to sleep or to just enjoy a Sunday morning tradition of family bed time. Slightly narrower and a bit longer than the traditional King bed, the California King bed is gaining popularity. This 72-inches wide by 84-inches long bed is perfect for taller people who could use a longer bed to sleep more restfully. As adjustable bases have grown in acceptance, for more than those needing a hospital type bed, this size mattress has become a common mate with its extra length allowing for head and feet to be elevated comfortably. When choosing your new mattress be aware of the size of the room that you will be placing it in. Measure your room and furnishings and plot on graph paper your floor plan with doors and windows. Make sure that the King size bed that you are dreaming about will comfortably fit in with your furnishings. Can each person walk around it to get to their side of the bed – if not you may want to try the Queen size bed instead.