Sleepy Panda - Mattress Guide
Make sleep enjoyable - with the right choice of Mattress
How to choose the right mattress for your sleeping position
There are a number of considerations to look at when choosing a mattress, including mattress size, mattress type and comfort grade. While the size of your mattress depends on the space you have available, mattress type and comfort grade depend on the sleeper.
Mattress type mainly refers to the fillings the mattress has. Different mattress types offer different benefits, for example cooling properties, pressure relief.
Common mattress types are listed in the table below;
| MATTRESS TYPE | FEATURES | GOOD FOR |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional spring | Coil springs that move together as one unit | Back sleepers, people on a budget |
| Pocket spring | Individually wrapped coil springs that move independently | Back & front sleepers, couples |
| Memory foam | Body moulding foam that supports spine alignment and relieves pressure | Side, back & front sleepers, people who suffer from back pain |
How to make the right choice between soft & firm
The firmness of a Mattress ranges from soft to very firm.
Each type of mattress is available in a range of comfort options to be tailored to your needs. For example, you could opt for memory foam mattress in a soft or a firm comfort grade.
While comfort grades are often based on personal preference, your sleeping position, weight and health conditions may make you more suited to certain comfort grades than others. In this guide we recommend the best mattress type and comfort grade for each of those factors.
| Soft/Firmness | SLEEPING POSITION | BODY TYPE |
|---|---|---|
| Soft | Side | Lighter builds |
| Medium | Side, front and back | All body types |
| Firm | Front and back | Average to heavier builds |
| Very firm | Back | Heavier builds |
What mattresses are best for back pain?
In terms of mattress type, memory foam or orthopaedic mattresses are often recommended for back and neck pain. This is because they are specially designed to provide adequate support to the spine and avoid stiff joints come morning.
In terms of comfort grade, it’s advised to opt for a medium mattress if you suffer from back pain. This is because anything too soft will result in you sinking into the mattress and misaligning the spine. However, anything too firm may lead you to waking up sore. Read more about stopping back pain here.