A new home is about fresh beginnings, a new start. That’s why many new home buyers will outfit their home with new furniture. And one of the most common pieces of new furniture to go into a new home is the mattress.
There are a lot of reasons why new mattresses go with new homes so well. One is that mattresses are difficult to move, taking up space and awkward to carry and pack. Why not get a new one when you move into your new home?
If you are looking to buy a new home, or just did and need to find a new mattress ASAP, we have some tips for you. From when to get a new mattress to sleep habits, here are a few mattress buying tips for your next new home.
When Do I Need To Replace My Mattress?
Most mattresses have a bedroom life of five to ten years. This of course depends on the type of mattress and the manufacturer. Here are some tell-tail signs you need a new mattress:
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You’re waking up snoring
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You have slept better on a mattress at a hotel
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There are lumps and dips in your mattress
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You don’t fall asleep right away
These signs of potentially needing a new mattress are important to know. The sleep benefits of getting a great night’s sleep are too important to pass up. Check to see if you have a warranty on your mattress, and the return policy. This could save you some money.
Online or In-Store?
There are a number of places, both digital and store front, to buy a mattress for your new home. The digital era has made it easier than ever to buy a mattress online, and have it conveniently shipped to your new house in a few short days. But nothing compares to trying out different mattresses in-store. Let’s take a closer look at the ins and outs of online and store mattress buying:
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In-store mattress buying. The ability to lay down on mattresses (try before you buy) is a big plus for in-store purchases. Unfortunately, you may feel rushed by store sales people, and you don’t get a chance to really compare prices on different mattresses like you would online.
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Online mattress buying. You can’t try each mattress when shopping online, but you do get a huge variety and a lot of pricing deals. For instance, Sleepare lists a number of benefits and online resources to buy a mattress online. And since most return policies are 30 to 60 days, the risk of getting stuck with a mattress you don’t like is pretty minimal.
4 Choosing Your Mattress Tips
There are generally three different types of mattresses, innerspring, adjustable, and foam. The type that may be good for you may not work best for someone else. This is why you need to know more about mattresses and how they mesh with your sleep habits. Let’s take a closer look.
1. Added Bounce
Some people like a little bounce in their mattress. Memory foam does not have the bounce feel, but innerspring mattresses do. The interconnected, pocketed coils give the bed the bounce many need for a great night’s sleep.
2. Side Sleepers
If you sleep on your side, you may find innersprings serving up pressure relief in comparison to foam mattresses. The contouring of foam can be helpful to side sleepers, as long as a bit of firmness is applied for side sleeping support.
3. Stomach Sleepers
Stomach sleepers may find better sleep with a firm foam mattress, or a dense innerspring mattress. These bed types ensure you don’t get that smothered feeling enveloping memory foam mattresses may deliver.
4. Back Pain?
Back pain is pretty common these days. The sitting at a desk for hours on end has caused many people to have a lot of chronic back pain issues. When it comes to sleeping, and get a great night’s rest, memory foam or latex mattresses can help. This is because the foam molds to your back and supports it to relieve pain.
Wrapping Up . . .
The above mattress buying tips are not the be-all, end-all when looking for a mattress for your new home. There are certainly a lot of other aspects involved when buying a new bed. The goal is to meet your sleep style with the right type of mattress, giving you great sleep night after night. Have you purchased a new mattress for your home recently? What buying tips did you employ?
