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Myths About Mattresses

You've probably heard medical-sounding terms like 'orthapaedic' and 'posturepaedic'. What these usually mean is that the mattress have more springs than others, and more springs mean more support.

The Lancet medical journal published an article stating that firm mattresses are not always best for bad backs - sometimes a moderately firm may be better. There really is no definitive medical answer to what's best, so be wary of those adverts claiming to provide the ultimate answer to back problems.

Try Before You Buy

It's always best to try a mattress before you buy it. After all, you're going to be spending a lot of time lieing on it, so it's got to be right for you.

The Sleep Council has some good advice about buying beds, so have a look through some of their articles.

When you try out a new mattress, be sure to wear comfortable clothing, and remove any outdoor clothing that you have on. Lie on the mattress for at least 10 minutes in positions that you normally sleep in. We can offer expert advice, but only you know what is most comfortable for you.

Buying a bed for two? Be sure to come along together. When you sit on the edge, it should feel nice and firm, not saggy.

Mattress and Base

It's a good idea to buy the mattress and base together, especially if you've had your old base for many years. If you do need buy separately, or want to keep your old base, make sure that you measure carefully so that you end up with a good fit. Remember, that dimensions can vary slightly between different mattresses.