Healthy sleep is linked to your mental and physical well-being. If you are under-rested, you will experience a bad mood, gloom and a feeling of general exhaustion. Do what’s best for yourself and your health and equip your bedroom with the perfect bed with a quality mattress and mattress. We will advise you on how to choose them.
The upholstered bed is the most important piece of furniture in the bedroom. Most people think of a complete bed, including mattress and mattress topper. However, the bed frame, into which the mattress and mattress are then inserted, also plays an important role in the selection process. Where to buy a good quality bed? Choose a retailer who specialises in making beds and has a long tradition in this field. What to look for when choosing a bed frame?
When choosing a bed frame, think about how big your bedroom is. The layout and size of the furniture in the room have ergonomic reasons. Remember that there should still be bedside tables on either side of the bed. The bed should be comfortably accessible from both sides. There should be a gap of at least 50 cm between the wall or wardrobe and the bed so that you can walk around the bed.
The width and length of a standard double bed is 180 × 200 cm. The extended version can be 210-220 cm long. Always choose the length according to the taller partner and remember to add an extra 25 cm.
To get up and down in bed comfortably, it is best if the sleeping surface is about 50 cm off the ground. For the elderly and people with musculoskeletal conditions, a bed height of 60 cm is even more comfortable. You will be protected from draughts, but also from dust that settles on the floor. The height of the sleeping surface is influenced not only by the bed frame but also by the height of the mattress.
The bed frame can be made of different materials. Most often you will come across solid wood, metal and laminate. Solid wood and metal is the best choice for the bedroom. These are natural materials that are anti-allergic, so even an allergy sufferer can sleep in such a bed. However, with metal, you need to remember that it is cold, which may not suit everyone. Laminate beds are popular for their modern look and low purchase price. However, more sensitive people and allergy sufferers may have a reaction to the adhesives used.
When choosing, pay attention to the quality of the frame. Focus on the strength of the joints that contribute to the life of the bed. The bed should not wobble or creak. It should be strong and stable.
If you’re after a design treat, reach for an all-upholstered bed frame. Fabric upholstery is not recommended for allergy sufferers as it traps dust. Others, however, can reach for the upholstery without fear. If you vacuum the upholstery regularly, you can enjoy perfect bed hygiene.
For allergy sufferers, we recommend beds upholstered in materials that are easy to care for, such as leatherette or generally non-textile materials. See our full range of upholstered beds.
The choice of frame is also related to the choice of storage space. If you have plenty of storage space at home, you can choose a continental bed with a special boxspring system that ensures perfect rest.
If you’re fighting for every inch of space at home, treat yourself to a bed with storage space. It’s located under the sleeping surface and can be accessed from the side or from the feet. Never fill the storage space up to the sleeping surface. The mattress needs space to ventilate well. Proper air circulation will take care of sweat and mold will not form in the mattress.
Once you’ve chosen your frame, it’s time to choose your mattress, which is also related to the choice of the mattress. The right choice of mattress will significantly affect the quality of your sleep. Products are available on the market in a variety of designs. You will come across medical mattresses, which you can recognise by their certification, but also orthopaedic mattresses. Orthopaedic mattresses provide sophisticated support for the skeletal system and correct weight distribution.
Remember that it is best tochoose a mattress in person. Everyone has individual requirements, different health restrictions, weight or preferred sleeping position. Where to buy a quality mattress? Choose a retailer who will take the time to ask for important information about your health, weight, sleeping position, mattress, etc.
When making your choice, you will be faced with the question of what material to choose and what stiffness and height to opt for. How do you choose the mattress that best suits your needs?
Mattresses are available in a variety of materials, each with different properties. So choose according to your requirements.
You may also encounter the term sandwich mattresseswhich means that different foams with different stiffnesses are used to make them. The best base for foam mattresses are slatted mattresses.
The firmness or stiffness of the mattress is divided into 4 classes from very soft to very hard. The choice of firmness is based on your weight. The higher the weight, the higher the firmness of the mattress. Sleep position preference is also related to firmness. A very soft mattress is suitable for side sleeping. If you change positions and also sleep on your side, choose a soft mattress. A firm mattress is suitable for alternating positions and sleeping on your stomach, while a very firm mattress with a weight capacity of up to 150 kg should be used for back sleepers. However, there are also virtually indestructible mattresses with a load capacity of up to 180 kg.
Closely related to firmness is the concept of mattress zoning. A mattress can have several zones that differ in firmness. The best products have 7 different firmness zones that correspond to a specific part of the body. For example, the head and ankle area is softer than the back and hip area, where the pressure on the mattress is highest.
The mattress should fit exactly into the bed frame.
If you are choosing a mattress for children, their age will be an important indicator for you. Mattresses for babies and newborns have only one zone and firmness. Harder mattresses with a height of 7-10 cm are ideal. In terms of material, HR or PUR foam, coconut fibre or eco-friendly biogreen foams are suitable.
Mattresses for children from 3 years old are made of latex, coir, horsehair or other natural materials. Mattresses for teenage students are the same as for adults. They may have zoning and their firmness and height should match the weight of the sleeper.
To prolong the life of your mattress or to make your sleep even more comfortable, you can equip your mattress with several accessories.
Sleep comfort is influenced not only by the mattress, but also by the bed mattress, which helps with the optimal distribution of the pressure exerted. In addition, it ensures that the mattress is sufficiently ventilated, which improves its hygiene and eliminates bacteria and mould. What should I choose a bed grate for?
Your weight plays an important role in the selection process. Choose the load capacity of the grate accordingly. The type of mattress is also important. Not every mattress is compatible with every mattress. Take your health into account . For example, people who have had surgery will appreciate a reclining mattress. If you have storage space in your bed, reach for a flip-up grate.
The positioning of the grid allows you to adjust the optimum height in the head or leg area. Some grates allow you to adjust both. You can choose how to position it. Manual reclining grates are available, as well as electrically reclining grates.
You can choose from 2 basic types of grates.
The right combination of bed frame, mattress and mattress will ensure a healthy and comfortable sleep.
Share this article
Materasso Blog
