subject: 3 Tips On Selecting Mattresses For Adjustable Beds [print this page] . An adjustable bed can also help you find a comfortable sleep position, whether that's with your feet propped up or your head slightly raised. It's easy to get caught up in the details of selecting the adjustable bed frame and bed frame manufacturer, and pay less attention to the type of mattress that is best for your needs.
Adjustable bed mattresses vary in price, but the best one out there for you isn't necessarily the most expensive. You need to consider a lot of things when selecting a mattress for your bed. Here are three tips you should considering when buying mattresses for adjustable beds.
First, you should consider the person you sleep with. If you sleep alone, you can skip to the next question. If you sleep with a partner, you need to decide if your mattress preferences and needs are close enough that you can agree on a mattress firmness. Most couples sleep better on a separate mattress from their partner, particularly if they are overweight, have sleep apnea, have back problems, suffer from arthritis, or have other conditions that affect their sleeping arrangement. You can find dual adjustable mattresses that allow you to still maintain the closeness of sleeping in the same bed, but give each partner customized comfort.
Second, you need to consider your height and weight (and the weight of your partner, if you are looking at dual adjustable beds). Mattress manufacturers make beds for different sized people, and you need to find a mattress that works well for someone your weight. If you are overweight, you should avoid certain mattress materials (such as memory foam). Overweight people should also skip pillow top mattresses, since a mattress like that will compress too quickly and end up being a bad investment.
Thirdly, when considering mattresses for adjustable beds you need to decide upon how firm or soft you need your bed to be. You should take into consideration your medical conditions when deciding this. For example, if you have back pain caused by bulging discs along your spine, you need a soft mattress that cushions your back as much as possible to minimize swelling and pain. If, on the other hand, your back pain is caused by a lack of back support, you will need to look at firmer mattresses for adjustable beds.
