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Once your mattress starts to show signs that it’s wearing out and won’t offer the support you need for much longer, it’s time to replace it. A good-quality mattress that is rotated or flipped (depending on the type you have) regularly can last up to 10 years. However, when it is time to switch, it’s important to rank that as one of your highest priorities. A bad or worn-out mattress influences how you sleep and how much you sleep. As we talked about in this blog post, if you aren’t getting enough sleep you are ruining your short-term and long-term health. Although, not everyone has the time to go from store to store and try out mattresses. So, some folks lean towards online shopping for their mattresses, but some find this to be terrifying. After all, you won’t be able to try out the mattress and see how you feel about it before you purchase it. That’s why in this guide we’ll teach you about the different things you should look out for to make your online shopping experience better and make you more confident in your purchase.
(Pictured: Elite Springs Plush Queen Mattress)
Before you look at mattresses online, you should know what you want and what you are looking for. The type, comfort level and size are all important factors when trying to get a good night’s sleep. Here are all the things you need to think about yourself to determine what mattress would work best for you:
- Sleep Position: How do you sleep at night? Are you a side sleeper, back sleeper or stomach sleeper? If you are a back sleeper or stomach sleeper, look for something on the firm side that offers support for your spine. For the side sleepers of the world, you’ll want a softer mattress to relieve pressure on your shoulders and hips.
- Temperature: If you find yourself feeling like you are on fire in the middle of the night, you’ll want to look for gel-infused, hybrid or innerspring mattresses since they offer more circulation and will keep you cool throughout the night.
- Joint & Back Pain: For those who need a bit more support to help with any back or joint pain in order to have quality sleep, you’ll want to look for either wrapped coil or hybrid mattresses since they both offer a good amount of support and spinal alignment. You’ll also want to make sure the mattress is firm or medium-firm to ensure you’ll experience more pain relief.
- Space: When you lay down, do you feel like you have enough room to stretch out? Do you feel cramped? It might be time to not only replace your mattress but upgrade to the next size. In the end, what’s the point of getting a brand-new mattress if you can’t properly enjoy it?
To learn more about what mattresses will suit your needs, you can read our guides about the different mattress types, heights and sizes and how they could affect you and how you sleep.
(Pictured: Limited Edition Plush Queen Mattress)
Now that you know what you are looking for, you just have to search online and find the mattress of your dreams! Most online stores will have filters that allow you to search for the specifics you want, like the type, comfort level, size or even brand. The biggest tips that we have for online shoppers are to look at the written description very carefully. It can tell you if the mattress requires a foundation or box spring, if it’s compatible with adjustable bases, what it is made out of and more. You should also start shopping with a budget in mind. Think about the maximum amount of money you want or can spend on a new mattress. This helps narrow down your choices right away. Once you find different options that would work for you, you’ll be able to look at the reviews and see what others think and finally make the final decision.
(Pictured: Anniversary Plush 2.0 Queen Mattress)
After you find your perfect mattress, and you’re ready to check out and set up the delivery process, you might feel hesitant before purchasing. This is normal, after all, mattresses can cost a lot of money. What if you don’t like how it feels, or it doesn’t last as long as you thought it would? Well, most shops have a limited window where you can either return or exchange your purchase. At our store, you can shop confidently thanks to our “Love Your Mattress” plans. We have different levels that you can purchase and get up to 18 months to exchange your mattress and get some of the essentials to enjoy your mattress better. You can view all of our available plans you can add to your purchase and what they include here!
(Pictured: Essentials 12 Inch Hybrid Queen Mattress)
Now that the hard part of getting a mattress is over, it’s time to actually get some rest and enjoy your new purchase. Put on a mattress protector to keep it nice and clean, some of your favorite sheets to make it more comfortable and any blankets and pillows you have to get some good-quality sleep. So, for those who don’t want to go from store to store and try out each and every different mattress a store might have, we hope this guide will help you feel more comfortable buying your mattresses online and help you save time.
