Changing the mattress you sleep on can literally change your life overnight. Whether you toss and turn, have back pain or just aren’t getting enough sleep, there are certain mattress types to look out for that can improve these problems.

To ensure a great night of sleep, you need to figure out how you sleep at night. Sleeping positions can help determine which mattress feel you need. Follow the advice from us, along with these happy customers, to find the mattress that was made for you.

Your dream mattress should provide the correct support and comfort for your body and sleeping position. How do you know what support and comfort to look for? Keep these four things in mind:

1. Firmness- This should be the first thing on your mind while mattress shopping. Keep reading to find the right firmness for your sleeping habits. Your mattress should feel like you are laying on a cloud. No pressure. No gaps. Just comfort.
2. Construction-Another important factor should be the materials of the mattress. For example, hot sleepers should avoid memory foam, unless it’s created with heat reduction in mind! Our blog on mattress types will give you more information on mattress construction and materials. 

3. Quality- If you want a long-lasting mattress that will keep you comfortable for years, look for high-quality materials. Keep in mind, this doesn’t always mean a higher price tag!
4. Price- In the back of your mind should be price. As long as you do your research, it will be easy to find the right mattress for you within your price range. While creating a price range, remember that in general, we use our mattresses about a third of every day! This really should be one of your most prioritized purchases.

Sealy Tuffington Firm Mattress

Mattress Tips for Back Sleepers

• Medium to Medium Firm Feel
• 2-inch Comfort Layer
• Lumbar Support

Back sleepers need a medium to medium firm mattress to help fill in the small of the back and relieve pressure points on the shoulder blades. This is the best sleeping position if you suffer from lower back pain.

Usually, the only gap when laying on your back is at your lower back. Medium firm mattresses allow your body to lie comfortably on the mattress while also filling in the gap at your lower back. You don’t need a thick comfort layer but having something that conforms to your body will help support your back.

Plush mattresses are softer and will offer give, combining the pressure-relieving qualities of pillow top and firm mattresses. Just make sure it’s not too plush and that you don’t sink into your mattress!

Medium Firm Mattresses for Back Sleepers

This Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Flex Supreme mattress has a medium feel, perfect for back sleepers! See what our customers have to say:

Serta Perfect Sleeper Sedgewick Plush Pillow Top Mattress

Mattress Tips for Side Sleepers

• Pressure Relief
• Soft Mattresses
• Pillow Top Mattresses

When looking for a mattress, you need to consider your pressure points. Your shoulders and hips will stick out more than the rest of your body, so try out a few mattresses to see which aligns your spine and relieves pressure points in your hips and shoulders.

Comfort layers and pillow tops of soft fabrics or foams are best for side sleepers. Softer mattresses, especially pillow top mattresses, will ensure there is enough cushion for your shoulders and hips to sink in, turning your body into a straight line. 

Be sure your pillow gives your neck enough support as well! Your spine at the base of your skull needs to be straight, too.

Best Mattresses for Side Sleepers

The Tempur-Cloud Supreme is a soft mattress. The adaptive support and softness are perfect for side sleepers.

Mattress Tips for Stomach Sleepers

• Firm Mattresses
• Thin comfort layers
• Support

Stomach sleepersnormally need a firm feel. It’s said that this sleeping position habit often forms as a cause of back pain. This is a challenging situation because if you don’t have a very firm mattress, this sleeping position can cause more harm on your lower back.

A firm mattress will help with spine alignment while on your stomach. Firm mattresses can come in many different materials. Firm foams offer contouring support while hybrid mattresses, foam with support from coils, could also offer enough firmness for stomach sleepers.

The Best Mattresses for Stomach Sleepers:

We know mattress shopping can be expensive and daunting, but now you have enough knowledge to purchase a mattress that will fit your sleeping position and feel like new for years!

If it’s time for a new mattress, remember to keep these tips in mind while searching. Our trained specialists in our showroom will be able to answer more questions based on information such as your sleeping position, coolness levels and more!

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