Mattress for supportive sleep
A supportive mattress is one of the most important parts of a good night's sleep.
If you're having trouble sleeping, it could be because the mattress you're sleeping on doesn't give you enough support. It's a common problem, because most people don't buy new mattresses very often, so the chances are that yours just isn't giving you the same support it was several years ago.
Assessing your old mattress
So how do you know when it's time to buy a new mattress? Deep down, you probably know already, but good mattresses can be expensive, and you may be putting off buying a new one. Every week you wait, however, is another 55-70 hours of sleep on top of your old mattress, so here are a couple of ways you can assess whether you need a new mattress now:
Had your mattress over eight years? The suggested lifespan of a mattress is around eight years. Considering that you spend around one third of your life in bed, eight years is a long time for a mattress to last. If you've had yours longer than this, it might be time for a change.
Is your mattress second-hand? Whilst most sleep experts would advise against using a second-hand mattress, many people still do. That's because it's a cheaper alternative the buying new, and if you're furnishing a flat or living on a tight budget, it could be your best option. You won't know how old it is, however, and because it was originally bought for someone else, your mattress could be all wrong for you in the first place.
Do you wake up with aches and pains? If you're waking up in the morning and don't feel fully rested, your mattress could be to blame. Whilst there are a number of reasons for poor sleep, aches and pains are often caused by a lack of mattress support. The Sleep Council suggests that a new, more comfortable mattress could give you over 40 minutes of extra quality sleep each night, so it's worth considering a new one.
If you think it's time you bought a new mattress, make sure you take the time to find out which types of mattress are right for you. Memory foam mattresses support your weight throughout the night, moulding to your body and the re-moulding every time you change position. Try out memory foam at your local bed and mattress showroom and then buy direct online from Snug in order to get great prices and service.
Snug memory foam mattresses are designed and manufactured with your best night's sleep in mind. All the mattresses are available online and direct from Snug only and our aim is to give you the best-performing mattresses and the best customer service available. Our memory foam mattresses are hypo-allergenic, temperature sensitive and come complete with 5 or 15 year guarantees. You can shop online straight away, or call us on 0800 0277017 if you need help with anything.
