There are few items in your possession that have a greater effect upon your daily well-being than your mattress.
When it comes to purchasing a new mattress, you get what you pay for.
Sleeping that much on the wrong mattress can cause long-term back and health issues.
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The results of that evaluation would allow the chiropractor to make a recommendation on mattress pop in and firmness.
Instead, Springer recommends a medium to firm mattress for the proper amount of support.
As for thetypeof mattress, there are a few options on the market.
Most models allow the two sleepers to adjust their controls separately.
Adjustable air mattresses generally last for quite some time.
If youre looking into an adjustable air mattress, shop around a little.
Its the one filled with metal coils that offer a comfortable and cushioned sleep surface.
Anything past 1,000 is pretty pointless comfort-wise and life span-wise.
Most last about 5 1/2 years, whereas other mattress models last closer to eight.
If you have a bad back, he said, you dont want it memorizing your bad spine.
The longevity of a memory-foam mattress depends largely on its density.
A higher ILD will mean a firmer mattress, while a lower ILD means a softer one.
The mattress overall ILD is a combination of all the layers.
Here are some tips to keep in mind as you shop.
If youre planning to order a bed-in-a-box, youll have to shop online regardless.
These days, everyone has an opinion about everything.
When it comes to mattress shopping, though, thats a good thing.
This goes for product specifics and prices.
First, know the specifics youre looking for.
Or a firm mattress with a 12-gauge coil?
Knowing these numbers will help keep you from feeling overwhelmed when youre faced with a sea of options.
Then, verify you note the prices on the mattresses youre seeing.
Some mattress stores will even price-match a similar mattress from another brand.
Whats the worst that can happen they say no and you buy the mattress for the original list price?
Thebest time to purchase a mattressis in February over Presidents Day weekend.
When it comes to mattresses and, really, most things in life you get what you pay for.
Still, there are a few tips and tricks that will help you maximize your mattress life span.
If your mattressisflippable, you might flip it with the same frequency.
This will also help keep allergens and bugs at bay.
Keep It Clean
A couple of times per year , you should deodorize and vacuum your mattress.
Remove the sheets, then sprinkle baking soda so it covers the top of the mattress.
Wait 30 minutes for the baking soda to absorb any smells, then vacuum it off.
Then ensure the spot dries completely before you make the bed.
This is an important investment for your health.
And really, arent your back, neck and mental health worth the investment?
Grace Schweizer is an email content writer at The Penny Hoarder.
Freelancer Kent McDill contributed to this report.
When you log into your bank account, how do your savings look?
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
