How to choose the right mattress and rest great!

When it comes to a healthy and balanced lifestyle, there are two ubiquitous rules: drink plenty of water and rest well.
In addition to the benefits of good hydration, we also know those of a good rest.
Sleeping for about 8 hours a night and on the right mattress allows you to avoid different types of problems such as back pain, tired and swollen legs and the feared enemy number one of us women: headaches!

So if the mattress you are sleeping on now does not satisfy you, here is a small guide on how to choose the right mattress for you and your needs.
Material, cost, duration, sleeping position and nocturnal habits are all fundamental characteristics for choosing the mattress to ensure you get the right rest every night. Let's find out how to do it and which model to choose!

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Generally, the life of a mattress is about 10 years.
So in this period of time, unless you change habits and needs (postural problems, allergies, etc.) or your product does not suffer irreversible damage, you should not encounter any problems.
Furthermore, mattresses tend to accumulate dust, mites and germs and washing them is very difficult (if not impossible) so after some time it is necessary to buy a new one.

Does sleeping alone or as a couple affect the choice of product?

Unless you always agree on everything with your other half, it is really difficult for two people to be perfectly aligned on anything, including the mattress. Some couples even decide to focus on two different types, combining two single mattresses or two models. -area that can be assembled according to everyone's needs

How much does a mattress cost?

Like most products, mattresses have a rather wide price range that goes up according to the quality and technology of the product.
The cheapest are those with springs, while the most expensive are those in memory gel. Prices can range from less than € 100 up to € 500 but for a good double mattress the average cost is around € 200.

Should the sleeping position be considered?

Absolutely! Let's see how:

• If you sleep on your stomach, bet on a medium-firm latex or memory foam mattress to support the lower back and spine.
• If you sleep side by side, choose a memory foam mattress that adapts to the shape of the body and the areas where the weight is less distributed.
• If sleeping on your stomach, the ideal is a rigid mattress that avoids sinking, allowing you to rest on your stomach. Latex and spring models could be perfect.

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Spring mattress

If you love mattresses that are a bit stiff, spring mattresses are certainly the best type.
Resistant, tense, stable. They make you feel supported, the weight will be evenly distributed, your body will float and your back will remain straight.
If you sleep on your stomach (prone), the spring mattress is the best choice because it gives stability and allows you to sleep on your stomach, without sinking.
Even the price of these products is certainly the most advantageous among all the categories.

The most popular model is the pocket spring mattress: each spring is independent and individually encapsulated, which makes wear slower and therefore a longer life of the mattress. needs and make the purchase, by the important price, more sensible!

You can even buy it online, where it costs less than the classic mattress and pillow shops and can be received in one or two days. For example, on Amazon c "is a model in memory gel and pocket springs starting from 169 €

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Memory Foam mattress

As for the memory foam models, they are certainly on the rise thanks to the quality, the continuous technological innovations and their characteristics.
These mattresses are made with a special polyurethane foam which, based on body temperature, is able to adapt and change shape to the product while still guaranteeing a certain stability of your body and weight distribution.

All the best memory foam mattresses on offer on Amazon

If you are not sure you want to change the mattress with a memory foam model, you can try with a cover, or topper, of about 5 cm to rest on the bed. Definitely cheaper and less binding!
Memory foam topper for about 50 € on Amazon!

Latex mattress

If you are allergic to dust or mites (but not latex, a common "allergy") you can be sure that the latex mattress is right for you.
Medium stiff if you choose natural latex, softer if you opt for synthetic latex or latex foam. There is something for all needs and features. Unfortunately these quality models are often expensive and not breathable but we have not found a model on offer on Amazon for less than 200 €, the best value for money!

On Amazon starting from 199 €

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If you prefer to sleep on a breathable surface but are comfortable on the latex mattress, you could try 100% cotton mattress covers, obviously anti-mite!

On Amazon you can find them for around € 20

Futon

Stylistically elegant, with an inconsistent weight, practical and with that oriental air that so fascinates us.
The futon is the famous "Japanese" bed that lifts us a few centimeters from the floor and does not require any network or structure, if not at most a pillow for the head.
If you love sleeping on rigid aids, the futon could be a solution but not everyone finds it comfortable, it often varies according to the weight and body of those who buy it, the quality of sleep and what position it usually takes.
Among its best features are the fact that it is very chic, which takes up little space (it can be rolled up and stored in the closet, when you wake up) and that it is cheaper than the classic mattress: prices start at 60 euros and get cheaper. of 200.
To you the choice!

All futons on offer on Amazon!