Bed Mattress Shopping

When we went shopping for bed mattresses, we didn't put a limit on our budget because we want a nice bed where we can relax after a long day. Hubby and I both agreed not to look at the price tags while shopping because it might affect our choices. What we did was test drive the mattress by lying on it and when we found our bed, that's the time we asked for the price and warranties.

Anyway, to those shopping for new mattresses, here are some tips I found at suite101.com that will help you find the perfect mattress:

* Don’t scrimp. Like anything else, you get what you pay for. The better the mattress, the more likely one will get extra minutes of deep uninterrupted sleep per night. Few people ever wish they had bought a less comfortable mattress.

* Buy from a reputable store. More and more people are using their social networks rather than depending upon advertisements to determine where to shop and what to buy. Platforms like twitter and Facebook allow consumers to share valuable up to date “word of mouth” experiences. Check with your family and friends and ask stores if they have a list of referrals, or testimonials.

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* Test drive. Just as one would test drive a car, take plenty of time to really get the feel of the mattresses by using a comfortable pillow, lie in the position you normally wake up in and let your imagination kick in. Get a “glimpse of what life could be” if you could escape to a cloud in the bedroom every night.

* Consider experience and expectations. When trying different models, begin by finding one most similar to your current mattress and then compare to the other comfort levels. If you slept well on your old mattress before it wore out, consider staying with a similar style and comfort level. If you like the thicker softer models, keep in mind that one sleeps in, rather than on them, like more traditional firmer models. Expect the thicker softer ones to show indentations because they are designed to conform to contours and pressure points of the body. Normal body impressions are not defects and are not covered by manufacturers' warranties.

* Give it some time. The greater the difference in comfort from the old to the new mattress, the longer it will take to get used to it. Allow at least 30 days.