Mattresses aren ’ t a one size fits all . The perfect mattress is very different for everyone . Here are a few things to keep in mind when choosing a mattress .
SLEEP POSITION – IN WHAT POSITION DO YOU MOST COMFORTABLY SLEEP AT NIGHT ?
On your side Side sleepers typically require a softer mattress which conforms to their shoulders and hips reducing pressure in those areas .
On your back and / or stomach Back and / or stomach sleepers typically require a firmer mattress that offers optimal support for their back and keeps their spine in alignment .
COMFORT LEVEL – ON WHICH SURFACE DO YOU THINK YOU WOULD HAVE THE MOST COMFORTABLE SLEEP ?
Soft Like sleeping in a big pile of pillows that hug you all over . Medium Like sleeping on the couch with regular cushions .
Firm Like sleeping on the floor with a thick and fluffy comforter underneath .
Extra Firm Like sleeping on the bare floor with just a carpet underneath .
BODY TYPE – WHAT WOULD YOU CONSIDER YOUR BODY TYPE ?
Your body type can have a large effect on how a mattress feels . A smaller and lighter person may find the same mattress to feel firmer compared to a larger and heavier person . Mattress firmness is very subjective and usually based on body size and type .
MATTRESS TYPE – WHAT TYPE OF MATTRESS ARE YOU MOST INTERESTED IN ?
Options include a mattress with foam core such as a memory foam mattress , specialty bedding or hybrid mattress or a traditional innerspring mattress possibly with a pillow top or euro-top . - Rafal Kieliszek , National Mattress Canada , www . nationalmattress . ca
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