The Different Types of Mattresses
So, youre finally ready to toss out that saggy old mattress and buy a new one. Youve even decided what size you want and are ready to start shopping. However, do you know which of the different types of mattresses is right for you?
There are three common mattress types: innerspring, foam, and airbed. Of course, not all mattresses of a certain type are the same. Some are made with low quality materials, while others are top of the line models.
Most people use an innerspring mattress. This mattress type has been around since people discovered that a mattress made of springs covered in some sort of padding was much more comfortable to sleep on than a mattress stuffed with straw or horsehair. When you are shopping for an innerspring mattress set, you should look for several important things: the type of padding in the mattress, the type of coils being used, and how the box spring is made.
Mattress padding made from high density foam is the best type, since it does not compact like low density foam or polyester fiber filling. Besides compacting and becoming uncomfortable to sleep on, these cheaper padding materials are...