Are you sure it's your bed that's too hot? In some cases, it very well might be your mattress that is retaining instead of dissipating the heat radiating from your body. However, if this is true, then how can one person feel hot when another feels fine while sleeping on the same mattress?    In this article, we're going to explore some of the reasons why you may feel too hot during the night and some tips on how to battle your mattress heatwave.      Here Are Some Reasons Why You Feel Too Hot While You Sleep Room temperature: If the thermostat in your bedroom is set too high, it can make it difficult to sleep. This can happen during summer nights and even in the middle of winter. Bedding materials: Today, bed sheets are bedding available in a wide variety of materials. Higher-quality bed linens and accessories often...

Buying a new mattress used to be simple. Years ago, there weren’t many mattress types from which to choose. We were kind of stuck with lumpy, bumpy, or hard. And if you had enough money, you could upgrade from “squeaky every night” to “squeaky once in a while.” That was it.    Good Riddance To The Good Ol’ Days Not everything from yesterday used to be high quality. This is especially true with mattresses. Sure, most of them looked ok on the outside. In fact, getting a new mattress was like a dream come true. But, in reality, it was more like a living nightmare because of what materials were used inside the mattress by some unscrupulous manufacturers. It’s too gross to get into. Just know that the federal government had to step in many years ago, which is why new mattresses come with those big tags, guaranteeing the materials...

If someone asks you what is your favorite sleeping position and you answer, "the recliner," don't miss these tips on how to get a good night's sleep. Sleep is too important to ignore. You owe this to yourself.    The Link Between Dementia and Lack of Sleep Growing evidence shows that lack of sleep increases the risk of developing Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. This is a significant concern for middle-aged Americans. But, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the United States, we're learning that poor sleep quality in younger people may also increase risk.   "Studies have suggested that sleep patterns earlier in life may contribute to later dementia risk. Both insufficient sleep and sleeping longer than average are linked to a great likelihood of developing dementia."   The Importance of Sleep Hygiene and Sleeping Position   Research involving 7,000 men and women in the...

  This may seem like a simple question, but even if you’re sure about what level of firmness you prefer, there are a variety of ways to get what you want. The good news is that in the last few years mattress companies have adopted many new technologies and construction methods. The not-so-good-news is that all the different options can make the selection process a bit complicated. Today, we’re going to give you some insights to make the journey more simple.    The First Step – Review Your Needs     Is mattress firmness really just a personal preference? Sure it can be, when you’re young and in tip-top shape. For the rest of us, the support a firm mattress provides may be a necessity. The reason why is the same firm support we need in some areas can make existing aches and pains flare up in other areas. It’s...

There are lots of places that will sell you any no-name memory foam mattress. Still, it’s not easy to find somewhere with a comprehensive selection of top-quality foam mattresses that you can research, compare, and evaluate. Although foam as a material has been around a long time, the specific processes, variables, and construction methods used in today’s memory foam mattresses are significantly more advanced. As such, spending a little more time learning about how these new memory foam mattresses can give you quality sleep can be very rewarding.       Traditional Mattresses Just Can’t Compare There wasn’t much hi-tech built into regular mattresses and box springs in the past. And you couldn’t expect to get much from them in the way of quality sleep. Things are very different today, especially regarding memory foam mattresses. Find a place you can trust with sleep experts that can help you pick the foam mattress that...

  Sleep Trackers are ingenious smartphone applications as well as little devices that imperceptibly record several aspects of how well you sleep. Many people use them to zero in on ways to get more, high-quality, restful sleep. And yes, they definitely do work! Today, we’re going to take a look at some of the reasons why sleep tracking apps and devices have become so popular.   Why It’s Important To Improve Your Sleep Precisely why we sleep is still a bit of a mystery. That said, we can be absolutely sure poor quality sleep impacts almost every aspect of our physical health, mental health, and emotional health. You don’t need to take our word for it. Just think about what it’s like to deal with someone who hasn’t had enough sleep. Even according to the Harvard medical school, no one knows for sure exactly why we sleep.     Quality Of Sleep...

  Edge support on a bed is one of the least known factors of a good night’s sleep. Here’s why -- a firm yet comfortable edge on your mattress means everything stays where it should be, whether you’re sleeping, hanging out with the family, watching a movie, or even putting on your shoes. The technology and materials used to create the edge support make it one of the most important components of your mattress, and it is integral to the overall performance and durability.   Mattresses are not built the way they used to be, and that’s a good thing Today’s mattresses are designed with several specific components that work together. The strength and flexibility of the edge of the perimeter of the mattress are crucial to how well these components work. The edge needs to be sturdy enough to provide stability and yet pliable enough to make it comfortable....

  The main reason your mattress squeaks is old or damaged inner springs. And unfortunately, there’s no way you can fix a squeaky mattress. What can start as a small inconvenience often turns into an unbearable frustration. Squeak, squeak here. Squeak, squeak there, and pretty soon, you’ve got a squeak, squeak everywhere. Why torture yourself? It’s probably time for a new mattress. Do you have a squeaky mattress, squeaky box spring, or squeaky bed? If you don’t have inner springs in your mattress or box spring, it’s most probably your bed frame or the floor. For example, 100% memory foam mattresses or 100% latex mattresses do not use springs. However, it’s not always easy to tell if your mattress has springs inside. Hybrid mattresses use a combination of springs and other materials to provide support and comfort.     Why do springs squeak? Mattresses and traditional box springs use coiled...