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BestTypes of mattresses one should always now about

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Dec 21

Did you feel like you were always awake last night? Did it ever occur to you it may be your existing mattress? There might be a possibility that your mattress is many years old now or maybe you have observed that it sags a little in the middle. Well, the key to a better night’s sleep is the right mattress! Which one is right for you? Let’s find it out as we have combined together a list of eight of the most common types of mattresses to help you decide.

1. Memory Foam based Mattress

If you are seeking for a great support and comfort, especially as a side sleeper, memory foam is a wonderful choice for you. Memory foam mattresses are renowned because of the way it gradually conforms to your body as you sleep. If you sleep on your side, it offers the shoulder and hip support that you require. The memory foam contours to your body and allows you to feel partially surrounded by the mattress while being supported. Other benefits of these kinds of mattresses are that they contain several layers of foam beneath that resist the tendency to sag in the middle and eliminate the need to flip the mattress frequently.

2. Gel based Mattress

In smart gel based mattresses, gel is usually added to a foam mattress as a support system or upholstery layer. Usually, it has a slightly different feel than memory foam, so you might want to explore and check it out to decide if that comforts you. Gel mattresses also evaporates your body heat more effectively, so if you don’t like the way some foam mattresses absorb your body heat, smart gel mattresses is definitely your type of mattress.

3. Pillow Tops Mattress

Now sleepers who choose not to opt for memory foam or gel mattresses may also love pillow top mattresses, or mattresses with a “pillow topper.” Pillow tops are basically an additional layer of upholstery that you add to the top of your mattress. They are extremely soft and cushiony, allowing a similar “sinking” feeling as memory foam, which drives your hip and shoulder to “sink” into the pillow top and keep your back in more comfortable position. You can choose the level of softness for your pillow top, they are usually used with an innerspring or coil mattress.

4. Innerspring Mattress

Innerspring also referred to as coil mattresses use an internal support of metal springs. It can be generally measured the quality of support from an innerspring mattress by how many coils are in the design. The number and distribution of coils determines how well the mattress will align to your body. Innerspring beds might also have varying spring shapes and coil gauges that can impact the quality of back support. Back sleepers, side sleepers or tummy sleepers can be comfortable on the right type of innerspring mattress.

5. Water Bed Mattress

Just like the name suggests, water bed mattresses use water as the primary support system and are considered best for back sleepers. To speak technically, in a water bed mattress system, waterbed consists of a rectangular chamber of water that is padded with upholstery material, such as foam or fibers. The water can be in free-flow chamber or a limited-flow “wave less” chamber. In free-flow, nothing obstructs the water from moving from one end of the mattress to another. In a wave less waterbed, fibers limit the water’s movement. The type of mattress you choose depends on the amount of support system and flexibility you prefer and whether or not you find the movement of the water a little distracting.

6. Air Bed Mattress

Just like waterbeds have water as their primary component, an air bed uses a chamber filled with air as the primary support. The air chamber is padded with foam or fiber upholstery. It is also adjustable, allowing you to adjust the firmness of the mattress. Some brands allow you to adjust each side of the mattress separately. Air beds are perfect for back sleepers and couples with different firmness needs.

7. Latex Mattresses

The primary component of Latex mattresses comprises of latex foam instead of memory foam. The latex mattresses are made with natural materials, where most memory foam mattresses use synthetic materials. Latex also offers varying levels of firmness and plush to accommodate side, back, or tummy sleepers. One of the features of Latex is that it is also less dense and less heating than memory foam.

8. Adjustable Bases

Adjustable base mattresses are one of the most flexible type of mattresses, that offers relief and support wherever you ask for it. You can adjust the base to elevate your head, raise your feet, or provide more back support. They are the right it for targeting sleep-related problems such as muscle aches, back pain, acid reflux, heartburn, sleep apnea and many more.