Selecting a New Mattress

Invest in the best quality sleep set your budget will allow.

• Prepare to Bed-Shop.
  This is one decision you need to make lying down! Wear comfortable clothes, shoes you can slip off, and bring your sleep partner for the "bed test".
• Discard Old Notions about "Firm".
  Ten years ago, the conventional thinking was that a mattress had to be as hard as a board to be good for you. Today's mattresses are much more "sleeper friendly," combining comfort with deep-down support.
• First Impressions Count.
  Quality bedding will give the outward appearance of quality. Look for fine tailoring, superior fabrics and a surface that looks and feels plush.

• About the Guarantee.
  The guarantee is there to protect you against defects, not against gradual loss of comfort and support. Although a sleep set may be usable after 15 years, it may no longer be providing the comfort and support your body needs.
• Bigger is Better.
  If you sleep with someone else, don't settle for anything smaller than a queen; consider a king if you're tall and like lots of space.
• Buy a Matching Set.
  Don't make the mistake of putting a new mattress on an old foundation. A mattress and foundation are engineered to work together. The box spring acts like a giant shock absorber and contributes to the bed's overall comfort and support.
• Invest in the Best.
  When you consider that you'll be spending 3 of the next 10 years in bed, it makes sense to invest in the best quality sleep set your budget will allow. Averaged over it's projected lifespan, even the most expensive bed costs less per day than a cup of coffee!

Source: "The Better Sleep Council"