You may have heard over the years that you should replace your mattress every eight years. Have you ever wondered if this is a true statement? The Better Sleep Council does indeed recommend replacing your mattress every 7-10 years. The reason that they give a range of years is because it depends on how you take of your mattress, how often you sleep on it, and how often you take the time to rotate it. So if your mattress is ready to replace how on earth do you know which one to pick?
Mattress Buying Guide; How to Choose the Best Mattress
With so many mattresses on the market it can seem impossible to know which one will be the best fit for you. We have some tips for you today on how to make your selection.
• Research: Since a mattress is a larger purchase you do not want to have to purchase again soon because the one that you purchased just isn’t comfortable. Do your research before you start shopping. You will want to know what your personal needs are and what your budget is before heading out to the store. There are many different mattress sizes and types to be considered.
• Reviews: There are many sites that you can go on to find reviews for mattresses. You will want to make sure that you read reviews from a website that you trust. Some websites pay the people that review their products and so the reviews are not as accurate. Reading reviews will help you see what types of mattresses other people have like or disliked and what their reasons were.
• Store selection: There are so many stores that sell mattresses. You can purchase mattresses at furniture stores, department stores, sleep specialty stores, and online retailers. You will want to choose a store that can provide you with the information and customer service that you need and deserve. The salespeople at the store can be a wealth of knowledge. When you are at the store you will want to ask questions and expect detail explanations when needed. If your salesperson is not providing excellent customer service, try a different store.
• Take the S.L.E.E.P. Test: The Better Sleep Council recommends taking your mattress for a test drive before making your purchase. When you have found a few mattresses that you are considering, try them out. To implement the S.L.E.E.P. test you do the following:
o Select a mattress.
o Lie down in your typical sleep position.
o Evaluate the level of comfort and support.
o Educate yourself about each selection.
o Partners should test beds together.
The Better Sleep Council recommends taking up to 15 minutes on each mattress that you are considering purchasing. The more time that you take in selecting your mattress, the more likely you are to be satisfied with your purchase.
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Once you have completed the steps above you can feel more confident with your purchase because you will have taken the time to truly make an educated decision. After all you are going to have this mattress for the next 7-10 years! Leading Carpet Cleaning wants to remind you that no matter what mattress you select, you make sure that you properly maintain your mattress. You should wash your sheets every week, vacuum the mattress and box spring each month, and have a deep professional mattress cleaning every year. Give Leading Carpet Cleaning a call today to schedule your next mattress cleaning.
