The quality of your mattress can mean the difference between a good night's sleep and a restless, uncomfortable night. And since sleep is a fundamental aspect of your well-being, choosing the perfect mattress is essential. But with many options available, and the seemingly similar appearance of mattresses, it can be challenging to know which one is right for you. That's why we've created a comprehensive buying guide to help you decide. Before we dive into that, let's look at the relationship between health and sleep and why a good mattress matters.     The Impact of a Good Mattress on Sleep Quality and Overall Health Sleep affects almost all aspects of your health and well-being. Your body needs a good night's rest to function correctly. One of the easiest solutions for restful sleep is a comfortable mattress. Here are some key ways in which a good mattress can have...

Last time I checked, money doesn't grow on trees, and a brand-new bed isn't cheap. That's why proper mattress care and maintenance is important to ensure it performs the way it's meant to and lasts as long as possible.   Mattresses play a significant role in our daily lives, as they provide the support and comfort we need to have a good night's rest. Investing in a quality mattress can be a game-changer in terms of our physical and mental health. However, purchasing a mattress is just the first step in taking care of it. Proper care and maintenance are essential to ensure that your mattress remains in good condition and lasts for many years. In this blog, we'll explore the importance of mattress care and maintenance, how to take care of your new mattress, and the benefits of investing in a high-quality mattress protector.     Treating Your Mattress...

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...

  If your back doesn’t ache, this article won’t be much help. To someone who hasn’t experienced how much trouble back pain can be, the whole subject is, in their opinion, exaggerated. They believe back pain is like having a sore leg or arm. They see it as a simple cause-and-effect type problem.    “You did x, so it hurts. Stop doing x, and it won’t hurt. Simple.”   Even if they don’t blurt it out loud, you know that’s what these very lucky people are thinking. They have no idea how scary it is to get out of bed when you don’t know if this time it’s going to cause shooting pain or if it’s going to be a little twinge. Even just rolling over can be a game of Russian Roulette.      Back pain is a bit of a medical mystery. Of course, there are known causes,...

  Whether or not we get enough high-quality sleep has become a priority in our physical, mental, and emotional health. So much so that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides an easy-to-understand chart, you can use depending on your age. They also include tips to build habits to improve your sleep. This understanding has dramatically evolved mattress technology over the last decade. Years ago, our general knowledge about sleep consisted of a smidgen about REM sleep and a smattering about Circadian Rhythms. In the last ten years, sleep science has uncovered many insights about the importance of sleep, and mattress manufacturers have stayed current with the latest developments. Don’t Mix Up Your Memory Foams Viscoelastic polyurethane foam (memory foam) was first developed in 1966 by NASA as a way to make sure astronauts could have the most comfortable and supportive material on which to sleep. It wasn’t...

  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...