What Mattress Should I Buy

Buying a mattress is a huge decision – both physically, emotionally, and financially – and one that shouldn’t be made on a whim. After all, you’re potentially investing in something that can have a huge impact on your mental, physical, and emotional health.

Taking your time about deciding what mattress you should buy, will stand you in good stead in the future because you will end up choosing the right mattress for your needs which will impact your life in many different ways.

Is it time to buy a new mattress for yourself or someone in the family? We’re here to help! We’ve put together the ultimate buyer’s guide on how to choose the perfect mattress, giving you recommendations on what to look for, what to ask for, and what to know before making your purchase.

How to Choose a Good Mattress to Buy

Choosing a good mattress is more than just getting something to sleep on, it’s an investment in a good night's sleep. The importance of buying a new mattress is that you are choosing a bed that you will be spending between 6-10 hours on every night, and it is the time when your body is doing most of its recovery and rejuvenation.

At Dial•a•Bed, we suggest you begin with a few main factors, which need to be considered to determine what type of mattress you should buy.

# - Budget

It is essential to begin your journey as to which mattress you should buy, with the question, what is my budget? Having a determined price range is key in sticking to your affordability when buying a mattress.

#2 – Size

When it comes to buying a mattress, size does matter! What size mattress do you need and, more importantly, what size mattress will work well in your space? The options to choose from when it comes to mattress sizes are single, double, three quarter, queen, or king.

#3 - Comfort or Thickness

Do you have a preference as to how thick or cushioned your mattress should be? Do you like a mattress that is very soft to the touch or do you prefer something with less cushioned layers? Another thing to consider is, will you be putting your mattress on an already made base and does it have to be a certain thickness?

#4 - Firmness

Mattress firmness is probably the most important factor to consider when it comes to choosing the right mattress for your health. The right mattress firmness for your body can mean the difference between a body that is supported and a body that wakes up sore and stiff. Make sure you do your research on the mattress firmness scale and know what’s recommended for your body weight.

#5 - Sleeping Position

Are you a back sleeper, side sleeper, or tummy sleeper? It’s key to know what type of sleeper you are because this will help you know what kind of mattress to choose. Most mattresses are designed to support the body and spine in certain areas and can be better for certain sleeping positions than others.

#6 – Temperature

A factor often overlooked is temperature. Do you get cold at night and always require some kind of blanket over you whether summer or winter? Or are you a hot sleeper requiring only a thin sheet all year round?

Once you’ve taken the time to understand the above factors and how they pertain to you, your needs, and your space, your decision as to which mattress you should buy will become a whole lot easier.

How Often Should You Buy a New Mattress?

Every mattress and mattress brand will have its own suggestions about longevity and life span but most experts recommend changing your bed every 8 – 10 years. Of course, this is all dependent on how well the mattress is doing and as long as you or your partner are not feeling any negative, physical side effects from your bed.

Why Do Your Research Before Buying a Mattress

Anything worth investing in takes time. Not many great purchases are bought on a whim, but those that are worthy of lasting and bringing you the most joy are often those that you’ve invested a lot of time and effort into.

Dial•a•Bed offers comfort test zones in certain stores, to actually enable you to test out the comfort and feel of certain beds. This is a first in South Africa, and is one of the reasons why our customers love to buy their beds with us.

Visit a Dial•a•Bed store nearest you today and ask to test drive the mattresses that meet your criteria. Lie down, roll around, and feel how your body is supported and comforted on every mattress. Find your nearest store.

For a range of the most comfortable mattresses, each designed with the latest in sleep technology, and engineered to suit your unique sleep style, shop our range of mattresses at Dial•a•Bed.