How to choose a mattress?

A good mattress is not the cheapest purchase, but not only your comfort during sleep, but also health will depend on its quality. A competent choice of a mattress can be a true help in the treatment of insomnia, pain in the spine and muscles, allergic diseases. Ensuring a healthy and comfortable sleep, it is easier to cope with constant irritability and a feeling of fatigue.

Before you go to the store, you should learn how to choose the right mattress. And this is not as simple as it might seem at first glance - you need to consider not only the size of the bed and your personal preferences, but also many other factors.

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The main functions of the mattress

The task of any mattress is to provide comfort, support the body, relieve stress and fatigue. In addition, if you choose the right mattress, it can even make less unpleasant or pain in the back, prevent the occurrence of certain diseases. Orthopedic mattresses cope best with this.

Today, all mattresses are called orthopedic, at least somehow supporting the body during rest. This is not entirely true, because not all models are capable of giving the orthopedic effect, but only those that provide the most natural position of the spine, do not allow it to experience any additional loads.

To do this, they must be able to repeat all forms and contours of the human body - a too soft mattress will allow the spine to sag, and a hard mattress will put pressure on it, and this should not be allowed.

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How is the orthopedic effect achieved?

Since different parts of the human body have different weights, in order for the mattress to repeat its shape, it is necessary that the load is evenly distributed over the entire length. Air and water mattresses cope with this task in the best way, but because of their too high price and impracticality, they can most likely be attributed to exotics.

Speaking of more familiar to us spring and latex models, to achieve an orthopedic effect, they must have different zones of rigidity. As a rule, there are seven such zones. The difference lies in the way to achieve the main goal:

• In spring types, changes in stiffness are achieved by using springs with different stiffness. Such an effect is possible only in mattresses with independent springs.
• In latex, different perforations are used for each zone, that is, holes that have different diameters are used.

Important! Latex models with uniform perforation and with an integral spring block give a significantly less orthopedic effect due to the fact that they do not have different zones of stiffness.

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Types of mattresses

On sale you can find a spring or springless mattress - these are the two main categories into which this bedding is shared. In order to choose the right mattress for sleep, you should know their main differences.

Mattresses on springs

Spring mattresses are divided into two types - with dependent springs (which are coiled in a spiral) and independent (bag-spring):

• In the first version, there is only one plus - low cost, but there are a lot of disadvantages: the absence of stiffness zones, an unpleasant creak during use, and more.
• Packet-spring mattresses are made of cylindrical bags with springs glued together.These types of mattresses are better and more comfortable than products with dependent springs. However, they also have some disadvantages: the glue can give off toxic fumes that a person will breathe during sleep, which is not very good for health.

Important! In addition, dust, household insects and various microorganisms accumulate inside such a mattress, which it is not possible to clean. Due to the wear of such a mattress, the spine sags, and the muscles twist and are in constant tension.

Springless mattresses

Springless options differ from spring ones in greater rigidity and lower height. They can consist of one or two or three layers. As fillers for mattresses, both natural materials and artificial ones can be used. We will figure out how to choose a mattress from this group and how different models differ from each other.

Water

The principle of operation of such a mattress is that the liquid in it moves from points of a larger application to smaller ones. This ensures a good night's sleep, however, such models can cause the owner a lot of trouble.

The main problem is the need to change the water every two to three years, and it weighs at least a ton. In addition, if you accidentally damage such a product, then it is unlikely to be repaired, and you will have to compensate for repairs to the neighbors below.

Important! You can sleep on such a mattress only if there is electricity, since in its absence the water in it cools.

Aerial

This mattress is able to provide good support. Thanks to the air molecules that perfectly support each part of the body, its weight is distributed evenly over the surface of the bed.

The air mattress has two compartments, which allows you to pump differently each of its sides: from super soft to super hard.

Highly elastic

Initially, these products were made for astronauts - their main purpose was to reduce the load on the body during launch.

Important! These models make it possible to evenly distribute the weight of a person over the entire surface of the sleeping bed, which allows you to relieve tension in the muscles and joints.

It can adapt to the body with every change in its position. For people suffering from insomnia, diseases of the joints or spine - this is a great option. It is also ideal for people with different weights who sleep side by side on a double bed.

Latex

There are several types of such material:

• Real latex is foamed hevea juice (rubber tree). Such products can absorb moisture well, however, they give it very poorly. Because of this, the mattress sometimes seems damp.
• In addition, there is artificial latex, which is a regular elastic polyurethane foam. In this case, foaming occurs at low temperatures, due to which there is no “breathable crust”.

Important! The stiffness and elasticity of such a mattress is affected by the density of the foam, the diameter and number of holes.

Often in the manufacture of mattresses a mixture of natural and synthetic latexes is used. The amount of natural latex can be 30-60% and affect the price of the product - the less it is, the cheaper the mattress.

Properties:

• The main property of both types of latex is elasticity. Latex products provide excellent support to the body, while not squashing vessels and without disturbing blood circulation. As a result, the heart receives less stress, and sleep becomes calmer.
• Latex mattresses, unlike spring ones, do not wave during movement and do not creak.

Important! Disadvantages are also present:

• natural latex can cause allergies, and immediately after purchase it smells a bit like rubber;
• artificial - does not differ in durability, after 10 years it begins to crumble and lose elasticity.

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Upholstery and fillers for mattresses

Fillers for mattresses with blocks of springs can be completely different, let's look at some of them to understand which is better to choose a mattress for sleep:

• Natural latex mattresses are very popular. Their porous structure is somewhat reminiscent of a honeycomb, which makes it possible to circulate air well and remove excess moisture and heat. Natural latex has a wonderful healing property - it goes around the body shape, supporting it.
• For lovers of dreams on hard mattresses, coconut coir is the best choice - it is a natural filler made from coconut fibers, which is used in hard mattresses. The advantages of this product are hypoallergenic, good absorption of moisture and odors, as well as natural ventilation.

Important! One of the most popular models is the alternating layers of natural latex and coconut coir.

• Seaweed-filled mattresses have medium hardness. This material is natural and hypoallergenic. Saturation with iodine and minerals enhances immunity and calms nerves.
• Of the artificial materials, polyurethane foam is most often chosen. The safety of such a mattress is confirmed by many studies. This material is elastic and hygroscopic - it does not irritate the skin and does not cause allergies, and also has a “memory effect" (repeats the natural curves of the body).

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Choose an upholstery

When choosing a mattress, we first pay attention to its appearance. Here are the manufacturers and try to dress their products in beautiful and pleasant to the touch covers. It is important that the upholstery be strong enough to withstand many years of use.

The textures and drawings of mattress covers offered today are full of variety. Some can be turned inside out - there will be a different color.

When sewing covers use natural strong (linen, cotton) or synthetic (polyester, polypropylene) fabric. Special impregnations increase strength and elasticity. Impregnations are different - some protect against dust, others have an anti-allergenic effect.

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Helpful hints:

• If you want to fully relax in your bed, it is undesirable to choose cotton mattresses - this is yesterday. They are impractical, because they quickly lose their shape - the filler gets off, because of which dents and bumps appear.
• Water mattresses also do not differ in practicality - although they are not bad for the spine, sooner or later the constant gurgling and squelching will begin to annoy you. In addition, if such a product is damaged, you will not be bothered.
• To extend the life of the mattress, you should regularly look after it: periodically vacuum the mattress and the bottom of the bed. And to protect it from dirt and dust, use removable covers, wash them about once a quarter.
• For the first four months after purchase, flip the mattress to the other side every two weeks. In the future, do this procedure at least once every three months.
• Bending and folding the mattress is strictly prohibited. Also, do not let the children jump on it.
• Do not let liquids get on the bed - modern mattresses have a layered structure that quickly absorbs moisture, which can cause mold and an unpleasant odor.

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Now you are ready to go for a new thing to please yourself with a high-quality mattress for sleeping and from now on experience only pleasant feelings during sleep.