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Selecting the Appropriate mattress
by Kathryn Whittaker
Most people are unaware that their mattress is old and doesn’t
provide enough support, doing you more harm than good. If your
mattress disturbs your sleep, so that you feel some firm
details or even springs under the fabric and cushioning, then
it’s definitely the time to it and shop around using mattress
ratings and reviews as a guide.
A good mattress does more than providing you a soft comfortable
place to rest after the long day or a place to cuddle with your
loved one. The right mattress may actually improve your sleep
and posture keeping your spine in the right position for seven
to nine hours.
If your sleep is worse than it used to be a few months ago,
check for signs of mattress deterioration. To determine whether
you need a new mattress, take note of any stiffness or sore
muscles or joints when you wake up in the morning. Any friction
of the fabrics, unusual sounds and if there is a noticeable dip
formed by one or two sleeping bodies on the mattress will tell
you that the mattress needs to be replaced.
Most mattress ratings consider such attributes of a mattress as
thickness, the material the mattress is made of, a warranty,
price point and special features such as hypoallergenic
qualities, stress-relieving design, and the fabric of the
covering. After carefully studying the customer reviews and
mattress ratings, this is what most people look for in a
mattress:
1. The material.
Organic cotton and soft wool have become very popular among
health-conscious buyers. However, cotton and wool mattresses
are not treated with fire-retarding chemicals required by law.
The mattress should not contain any polyester fillings and
should be made of pure wool, preferably lamb or alpaca wool or
at least latex foam. The perfect mattress should be dye-free,
dust mite repellent, hypo-allergenic and anti-bacterial.
Ideally, the mattress should be moisture repellent and flame
resistant, too. The mattress should be encased in unbleached
organic cotton. Memory foam mattresses are highly rated as the
most suitable mattresses for allergy sufferers, but some people
suggested that these mattresses become stiffer in a hot climate.
2. The shape.
Firm mattresses provide more support and the most upscale
models are doctor-prescribed. In general most reviewers prefer
soft and thick mattresses which provide more comfort. The most
common wish is that the mattress should regain its shape and
should not flatten over time. People highly rated mattresses
that are durable and are likely to last many years.
3. The size.
Most mattresses reviewed in mattress ratings are available in
twin (single), double, queen, king and Californian king sizes.
In general, people prefer to buy a mattress from a manufacturer
that offers all imaginable sizes.
Your mattress foundation is also important. Ideally, you should
get it from the same manufacturer because it will prolong the
life of the mattress. When properly chosen, mattress and
foundation will keep your spine healthy and naturally curved,
ensuring you have a good sleep and pain-free morning. After a
good night sleep on an orthopedic mattress your sleep will
become deeper, and you will have much more energy during the
day.
Kathryn Whittaker writes articles on a number
of different topics. http://www.mattress-overview.com
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