UK Mattress Guide | What Is The Best Mattress To Buy?

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Did you know you spend roughly one third of your whole life asleep? Because sleep is such an essential part of your life, here we want to help you get the best night’s sleep possible. For a good night’s sleep you’ll need a mattress that’s perfectly suited to you, your sleeping position and your pressure points.

If you’re shopping for a mattress online, you may be struggling to decide which is the best one for you. There are a ton of options to choose from, and it’s not always easy to know which mattresses are truly the cream of the crop. This bed and mattress buying guide will help you find the perfect mattress and consequently, have the best Dreams.

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Choosing the Best Mattress Type for You

Finding the perfect mattress means figuring out what is the best mattress type for your sleep needs and comfort preferences. The right mattress construction can make all the difference. Learn about the most common mattress types using our guide below.

What Is Your Sleeping Position?

You can identify the perfect mattress, Whatever your sleeping preference, there will be an ideal mattress to suit.

What’s the best mattress for side sleepers?

As a side sleeper, you are amongst the majority of adults in the UK as more than half of British adults sleep this way. Although sleeping in the foetal position can sometimes result in a numb arm, it’s still the most popular – but you’ll need a mattress that accounts for this pressure point. And remember, side sleeping is great for pregnant mums-to-be and those suffering from heartburn or acid reflux too.

What’s the best mattress for front sleepers?

As a stomach sleeper, chances are you’re less likely to snore. However, sleeping on your front is often cautioned, as it can lead to overarching the natural curve of your spine and even straining your neck. So it’s important to take extra care with your mattress choice if you find you unconsciously adopt this position.

What’s the best mattress for back sleepers?

Whether you opt for the starfish or lie totally straight, sleeping on your back is beneficial for your spinal alignment. For this reason, you’re afforded more flexibility with your mattress choice but there are still recommended styles. Most important is making sure your back doesn’t curve and your natural alignment is kept intact.

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Which Mattress Firmness Is Best For Me?

The bottom line question is, what firmness level is best for you? There are a few factors to consider when making your choice. You’ll want to consider your sleep position, support needs, weight, and body type before making your choice. View Mattress Firmness Guide »

Soft: 3-5 out of 10

Typically, a soft mattress will fall anywhere between a 3 and 5 out of 10 on the firmness scale, with 10 being the most firm. These mattresses have a significant amount of hug and sinkage, usually in the 1.5-3 inches range.

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Medium: 6-7 out of 10

The middle of the road option for sinkage and hug (anywhere from 1 to 2 inches), many of these could be considered universal comfort mattresses.

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Firm: 7.5-9 out of 10

With very minimal sinkage or hug (1 inch or less), firm mattresses are designed to float sleepers on top of the surface of the mattress.

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Extra Firm: 10 out of 10

The best extra firm mattress is one that provides the very highest level of support. An extra firm mattress may be particularly suitable for those with a larger-than-average build.

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