A night’s sleep that leaves you feeling rested and rejuvenated is something many seek. The difficulty comes in finding the right mattress to ensure a night’s rest that’s so good you wake up feeling like royalty.

While you may have narrowed your choices down to a quality queen size mattress, with the numerous mattress types and various brand offerings available, finding a mattress to meet your needs can be quite a task. At Dial-a-bed, ensuring you have a great night’s sleep is what we’re all about, so we’ve put together some tips to help you find the perfect queen mattress to deliver the rest of your dreams! Let’s start your journey to sweet dreams with a definition.

With mattresses, a good way to categorize them and understand their differences is according to their size. Of the 5 mattress sizes - single, double, three quarter, queen, and king - a queen size mattress is the second biggest. The standard queen mattress dimensions measure 152cm wide and 188cm long. If you are a taller somebody or if you simply like to stretch your legs while you sleep, you can opt for an extra length queen mattress which has a length of 200cm.

Thanks to its size, the queen mattress is ideal for couples that would like some extra room to move around. In addition to having some extra space, some of the features you may want from your queen mattress include:

• A comfortable mattress
• A mattress size that fits in your room
• A mattress that fits your body type
• A mattress that offers value for your money

The more a mattress features these factors, the better it will be for transforming your nights from restless sleep to satisfying slumber.

Getting a good night’s sleep is essential to our well-being. Which is why you need to exercise some care when shopping for the best queen mattress to facilitate those sweet dreams. So, let’s dive into a bit more detail about the things that should be on your mattress checklist, to ensure you get the best rest.

Of all the factors that determine whether a mattress is right for you, promoting optimal spinal alignment is the most significant. No mattress is worth its weight – or price tag – if it doesn't support your pressure points as you sleep and keeps your spine aligned. So always consider whether a mattress supports your sleep-style and body type, as these influence the type of queen mattress you’ll need for optimal spinal alignment to get good sleep.

A queen size mattress is the right fit for couples who enjoy extra room when they rest. But when it comes to finding the mattress that’s right for you, there are other size factors, like mattress thickness that come into play.

Mattress thickness, also referred to as height, affects the levels of comfort you can achieve because sleeping on a too thin or too thick mattress may lead to poor sleep. Which can negatively impact your health. So, while you consider whether your potential queen mattress will be long enough to prevent dangling feet at the foot of your bed, consider the thickness of your mattress too.

When shopping for the best queen mattress, what you need from your mattress should be top of mind. For example, if you’re dealing with an old sports injury, you’ll need a mattress that offers extra comfort and support. Or if you often struggle with allergies and hay fever, a hypoallergenic mattress would be best. The bottom line is that your mattress should be tailored to as many of your needs as possible so that you make the most of the money you spend.

With our range of mattresses from the biggest and best brands, you’re sure to find the perfect queen mattress to usher you into a royal slumber. The best queen size mattresses are designed with the latest in sleep technology and engineered to suit your specific sleep style. Shop at any of our 76 stores nationwide or online 24/7 at www.dialabed.co.za.

1. What qualities should I look for in a queen mattress?

To find a quality queen mattress, look for one that offers comfort, support and promotes optimal spinal alignment as you sleep.

2. How do you check a queen mattress before buying one?

You can check a queen mattress by using our Comfort Testing Stations available in every Dial-a-Bed store. This is so you can test the mattress before buying.

3. What are your priorities when choosing a queen mattress?

Everyone’s priorities will be different when choosing a queen mattress because everyone has different needs. Some key things to look out for are comfort and support.

4. How long should I test a new queen mattress?

To test out a mattress, ideally, you should spend about 10 minutes lying on the bed and trying out different positions to see if it’s comfortable for you.