How to choose a mattress for a double bed?

The well-being of a person largely depends on how he sleeps. The quality of sleep is affected not only by the silence or temperature in the room, but to a large extent by the state of bedding, including the mattress. And if the bed is double - what should be the mattress so that both sleepers feel good? We will talk about how to choose a mattress for a double bed.

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Two or one?

Before choosing a mattress for a bed, consult your half and decide whether you definitely need one mattress or you can buy two. A double bed with two mattresses has its advantages:

• each of the sleeping people has a small piece of personal space, separated from the other, that is, a small gap between the mattresses gives a feeling of isolation;
• mattresses may vary in stiffness;
• at any time two mattresses can be combined into one.

Important! The sense of isolation is important for people who value personal space and are not very keen to allow even the closest ones into it. In addition, it is not uncommon for one of the spouses to get used to sleeping on a hard bed, and the second simply cannot stand it, he definitely needs a soft bed. It should also be taken into account that people of different weights need different mattresses.

As for combining two mattresses into one, this is done very simply - with the help of a mattress cover. It is placed on top of the mattresses and combines the two beds into one.

However, modern models for double beds can be different in thickness and rigidity. In addition, on the same mattress, spouses feel closer to each other. We must not forget that one large mattress is usually cheaper than two small ones of the same quality. All these considerations will help to decide how to choose the right mattress for a double bed.

Important! If one of the spouses suffers from diseases of the spine, it is necessary to consult a doctor before buying a mattress.

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What are the mattresses for beds?

On sale you can meet two types of mattresses. All of them are divided into:

• spring;
• springless.

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Spring mattresses

Spring mattresses have a pushing effect, springless mattresses naturally have no such effect. Due to this effect, spring models are completely unsuitable as orthopedic ones, so they can be recommended only to people who do not have diseases of the spine or joints.

Important! Who are spring products suitable for? They are very good for people with a lot of weight, as well as for those who are used to sleeping on a soft one and have no contraindications for this.

Kinds

Spring mattresses are divided into two types:

• with dependent blocks:
• with independent blocks.

How do they differ and how to choose a spring mattress for a double bed? - It is enough to take into account the following points:

1. If you look inside the product with dependent spring blocks (these are commonly called Bonnel type), you can see large two-cone springs. They stand in a row and are all interconnected by metal spirals.This is what is called a classic of the genre, but such a product has a significant flaw: it’s worth putting pressure on one spring, as everyone starts to bend evenly, so in this case we simply can’t talk about anatomical support.
2. As for mattresses with independent spring blocks, they just give anatomical support. They have small springs, each of them is in a separate case. The covers are stitched together, but the whole system is less rigid than with a mechanism with dependent blocks. If you press on one spring - the mattress will bend only in this place. That is, during sleep it takes the form of a body, which is very convenient.

Important! The quantity and size of the springs greatly affect the quality and price - the more small springs per square meter of area, the product will be better and more expensive.

What are the springs?

On sale you can find products with different types of springs, varying in size:

• S-500;
• S-1000;
• S-2000.

What does it mean:

1. If the mattress passport has the designation S-500, TFK or EVS500, this means that the springs have a diameter of 5-6 cm, and their number per square meter is 220-300. These are the cheapest models from any manufacturer.
2. Springs with a diameter of 4 cm are designated S-1000. By standards, there should be 500 pieces per square meter. Such a mattress can already be considered anatomical.
3. On sale you can find models where the designation S-2000 stands, that is, in such a product there are very small springs with a diameter of 2 cm. Accordingly, there are 1000 such springs per 1 square meter.

Fillers

When deciding how to choose a mattress for a bed, pay attention to the filler.

Fillers are:

• tough;
• soft.

Hard fillers include:

• tight latex;
• coconut coir.

Soft Fillers:

• latex;
• PPU;
• struttofiber.

What else have developers come up with?

Manufacturers offer customers some more interesting options for mattresses with independent blocks. For example:

1. The Dual Spring variant is suitable for couples when one of the spouses is very heavy, and the second weighs very little. In this case, the external springs are soft - they are delivered in order to be convenient for a person with a small weight. If a fat spouse lies on such a mattress, the external springs will bend, and the body will exert pressure not on them, but on the rigid internal springs.
2. For heavyweights, special models with reinforced blocks are available. For such blocks, more rigid and durable materials are used than for standard mattresses. The springs are staggered.
3. You can choose a mattress for a bed with uneven stiffness zones. They are different. Some are divided into two equal parts: one is more rigid, the other less. There are also mattresses in which zones of different stiffness are distributed along the length of the body.

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Springless mattresses

Springless mattresses, in turn, are divided into:

• tough;
• hard elastic.

Important! Springless products can be single-layer and multi-layer.

Materials

As materials for the manufacture of springless models are most often used:

• latex;
• coconut fiber;
• sisal;
• wool;
• foam rubber;
• strautofiber;
• polyurethane foam.

How to determine the right material if you need to choose a mattress for a double bed:

• In the production of mattresses, both natural latex and its substitute are used. Natural latex is preferable - it is more elastic, but it is more expensive. The substitute has almost the same properties and is equally safe for health.
• The most expensive filler is coconut fiber. But it is most suitable for the manufacture of orthopedic mattresses. In addition, like all natural substances, coconut perfectly passes air.
• Sisal has practically the same properties, but it is less common.
• Woolen filler is made from pressed sheep wool. It is hygienic because it allows air to pass through. Pressed sheep wool usually does not cause allergies.
• Strautofiber is like felt. This is a natural material with good hygroscopicity. It is well ventilated. Woolen or cotton fibers are arranged vertically.
• As a filler, foam rubber is still used. But he must be treated very carefully. Of course, this material easily takes over the position of the body. However, over time, the foam begins to disintegrate into substances harmful to health, so such a mattress cannot be durable.
• Polyurethane foam (PUF) is used in both spring and springless mattresses. It is an additional material in the most rigid mattresses. There is also a special polyurethane foam with a memory effect - it is called memorialform. This material has a very high viscosity. When pressed, it first takes a concave shape, and then begins to slowly straighten.

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Coating

Each mattress has a cover or mattress cover. What are they made of? For manufacturing, both natural and modern artificial materials are used:

• wool;
• jacquard;
• frotted terry cloth;
• holofiber;
• synthetic winterizer.

Important! All of these materials have qualities that ensure good quality sleep. In allergies, in rare cases, only wool causes, so you can choose any coating.

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How to choose an orthopedic mattress for a bed?

A person suffering from diseases of the spine is more suitable for a mattress with synthetic fillers such as latex or latex with polyurethane foam. Such excipients are recommended, first of all, for people with pathologies of the upper spine.

A very good effect in such cases gives the combination of “coconut-latex”. Coconut-filled mattresses are also suitable - they are called extremely hard, but they give excellent results.

Important! Coconut is also used in multilayer models, because it passes air perfectly.

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Dimensions

The stores have a wide selection of mattresses of various sizes - eyes run wide. However, looking closely, you will see that there are only a few sizes:

• 90x190 cm;
• 140x190 cm;
• 160x200 cm;
• 180x200 cm.

We decide which mattress to choose for a double bed:

1. Mattresses 90 x 190 cm in size are designed for single beds, so if you decide not to buy two mattresses, but one, pass by.
2. The smallest mattress for a double bed has dimensions of 140 by 190 cm. It is suitable for low people with low weight.
3. A model measuring 180 by 200 cm fits almost everyone.
4. 180 by 200 cm - corresponds to the modern European standard.

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Thickness

When choosing, you should pay attention to the thickness:

1. For springless models, it is usually 15-18 cm.
2. Spring products are slightly thicker - from 18 to 24 cm.

Important! In the store you can also find very thin mattresses with a thickness of only 3-4 cm, but they are usually used as additional ones.

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What else to look for?

As you can see, there are a lot of parameters. So what should one look at when buying, how to choose a mattress for a double bed?

Should be considered:

• physical data;
• age;
• the presence of diseases of the musculoskeletal system.

Important! Large and heavy people need ruggedized mattresses - usually spring ones with a reinforced structure. As for age, young people can use soft models, but for an elderly couple bedding of medium hardness from a well-ventilated material is more suitable. If there is a disease of the spine, you need a tough option.

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Do I need to change the mattress?

Manufacturers of sleep products recommend changing mattresses on average once every ten years. However, it may be necessary to change bedding earlier, for example if:

• protruding springs;
• sleep uncomfortable;
• arms and legs become numb;
• the mattress pops or creaks when you toss and turn.

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Where to buy a mattress?

Of course, it is always better to buy such important goods from trusted manufacturers. For example, in a branded store of a reputable company. You can do this through the company's showroom.

In an ordinary store you can also find a high-quality and inexpensive model, so do not neglect the nearest furniture store. Finally, you can buy good bedding through the online store - this is often cheaper than usual. But in this case, be sure to verify the integrity of the supplier, the possibility of returning the product, as well as confirming the quality of the products offered.

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How to transport it?

And so you bought a mattress and you need to transport it. If the store provides delivery, there is nothing to worry about, the goods will be delivered by movers who know how to handle these or those items.

If you need to transfer the purchase yourself, follow the simple rules:

• Do not bend the product;
• Hold it by the edges and not by the handles.

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Useful Care Tips

There are several rules, compliance with which will increase the life of your mattress:

• do not wash the cover immediately - it is better to hand it in dry clean;
• do not wash this bedding - dry cleaning is preferable to care for it;
• turn once every two weeks, at least in the first six months;
• an older mattress can be turned over every 2-3 weeks.

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We hope you now have a complete understanding of how to choose a mattress for a double bed and were able to make a choice. So - now you are waiting for a comfortable and healthy sleep, respectively - you will often feel good and stay in a great mood. And this is the key to a happy life.