Visit stores to test out mattresses.
Tips on buying a mattress set.
Tips for buying a mattress tossing and turning all night.
In between levels such as medium firm are also common.
If you struggled to get your old full size up the stairs seriously consider getting a split queen box spring.
If you are planning on buying a mattress online you should still go to a brick and mortar shop and give the model you re considering an in person audition.
If you get the recommended 8 hours of sleep per night you will spend at least 1 3rd of your life in that mattress to get tips on how to make the most of your time on a mattress check out our sleep resources.
Don t buy the hype.
Write down everything that you re looking to buy and prioritize the list so you can easily eliminate mattresses that aren t suited to you or compare between brands to see what s best.
Size is also a factor for those looking to purchase a new mattress set.
See tips on buying a high quality mattress.
Ask about returns and trial periods even though you tried the mattress in the store the real test comes after an entire night or week or month spent sleeping on it.
While doctors are not mattress experts they know your medical history and may have good advice from that point of view.
Go the traditional route if you want a greater variety and to feel them before buying.
If you are moving from a full to a queen size make sure your current frame or headboard and footboard can accommodate the bigger size.
That means if you keep that mattress for 9 years which is about the average 3 of those years will be spent on it.
Mattress brands sometimes use a scale between one and 10 to rate.
Adding a mattress protector and a mattress pad will protect the mattress and extend its life promoting many more restful nights of sleep.
This promotes good spinal alignment.
In general the scale of mattress comfort includes soft medium and firm.