So what makes these beds so appealing?

1. Does not disturb your partner: Independent cell construction means that your partner does not move when you move.

2. Relieves pressure points: Particularly in the hips and shoulders the latex mattresses relieve pressure points allowing for better circulation to the arms and legs.

3. Better moisture wicking: The open cell structure of the latex mattress allows moisture to move away from your body allowing you to not overheat. This is a big advantage over other foam mattresses such as memory foam which does not have very good breathability which often results in waking up sweaty.

4. Antimicrobial and hypoallergenic: Good news for allergy sufferers, these beds prevent mildews, molds and dust mites from becoming a problem, meaning better sleeps with less irritations. Conventional mattresses can be a great environment for bacteria growth which increases risk to immune deficiencies and potentially becoming sick more often. latex mattresses naturally prevent the development of these deleterious critters.

5. Durability: A quality latex foam mattress will outlast any innerspring mattress on the market today. Some manufactures have 30 year warranties on their latex models because there is far less mechanical break-downs that can occur with springs. This means you’ll be sleeping in comfort for many years to come without needing to replace the mattress as often.

6. Customizable: Latex mattress cores are made by creating a core that has holes punch through it. Depending on the size and frequency of these holes, the firmness changes. Although custom mattresses are more expensive, if you are planning to have the mattress for a while, it might not be as outrageous as you might imagine.

All things considered, latex mattresses are miles ahead of other mattresses on the market today. I personally sleep on a latex mattress as I think they are the best mattresses available.  Like everything else however, not all latex mattresses are made equal. For more information on buying a latex mattress, check out my latex mattress buying guide.

Good luck in your quest for a good sleep!

Now, if you want to find the best mattress for YOU, it is essential that you go to a mattress store and start laying on several different ones. Depending on you body, including weight, weight distribution, body dimensions, and height,the beds will have different feels to them and some will be much more comfortable to the individual. The best mattress for back pain, as an example, is one that will support your body properly, which means you need to go test some out. If you are sleeping with someone, they should come along as well to see how it works for them too.

Now, if you came here, you are probably looking for a quick answer. In my years of selling mattresses, I have never been more impressed than the Serta Serenity Collection, Vera Wang Bridal Bed. This is a latex mattress using quality latex foams, which is great for several reasons. Check out my post for a better understanding of the benefits of latex mattresses. The downfall with this mattress however, is that it has a bit of a price tag attached with it. Expect to pay between $2000-3000 for a queen or king sized bed. This is often a little steep for some people, but keep in mind that it also comes with an unmatched 30 year warranty. Yes, you heard me correctly when I said 30 years. So if you are 30 years old now, expect to still have warranty on it when you are getting ready to retire.

Now, if you are not looking to spend that much, there are other quality mattresses that are available for less. But, generally they are not as good. But, it is important to note that by not as good, I mean, you don’t have every luxury that comes with the Vera Wang bed. They are still great beds that will help you to get great sleeps. Most of the mid to high end Simmons, Serta, and Sealy mattresses will meet this mark for you and you can expect to get them for $1000-1500 for a queen/king size bed. These are their latex mattresses and innerspring models which are all quality beds with high spring counts.

If you do go with an innerspring mattress, avoid the pillowtop covers. Although they make the bed much more comfortable, they are the first part of the bed that will wear out. The added comfort is obvious when you lay on them, but it is far better to buy a separate mattress cover with pillowtop that you can replace when it wears out. That way, you can extend the life of your mattress by only replacing the topper, not the entire mattress itself.

As for me, I love my latex mattress and I think that it is the best mattress available today.

Good luck in finding the perfect bed!

With most adults getting less than 7 hours of sleep per night, a good 6 or 7 hours would add great benefit. Unfortunately, there are too many people not getting good sleeps since their mattresses are garbage.

The primary problem really exists in the durability of the discount mattresses. In the short term, an expensive and cheap mattress seem quite similar. The major problem is how fast the discount mattresses tend to wear out. Most people only replace their beds once every ten years or more! A quality mattress should be replaced every ten years, but this is often unfortunately put off for 15 or more. With a cheap mattress, the bed could be shot in as little as 3 years leaving the sleep quality to constantly degrade causing back problems, restless sleeps, and ultimately a poorer quality of life.

But most people can’t afford the expensive mattresses on the market right now, which can run greater than $2000! However, there are ways to avoid paying a high premium and still end up with a quality bed.

These are your best solutions:

1. Get a Futon Bed – These beds are becoming exceptional with the new technology being infused into them every year. They are well priced, provide good back support (the quality futon mattresses) and can be found for $500 or less including components to modify your current bedframe (allowing the futon to breathe better).
2. Buy a bare bones, but quality discount mattress. Forget about the pillow top’s, memory foam toppers, or any of the bells and whistles. Find a mattress with a good (high) spring count. If you want the extra’s, you can always purchase mattress toppers later that will add the memory foam or other comforts. Try to stick with the 3 big name (Simmons, Serta, Sealy) manufacturers. Almost exclusively, there beds are superior.
3. Know how to barter with the sales persons. Mattress stores are absolutely insane with their mark-ups and notorious for making you feel like you are getting a “once in a lifetime deal”. You may be surprised how cheap you can actually get mattresses for (many times 40% or more off the sticker price). They will often guide you to the mattress they want you to buy so you must be very careful to not end up with the most marked up bed (but cheap quality). Never buy the mattress on the spot. Write down the make and model of the mattress and do some homework. Check reviews online (and prices!). They will give you the same (or better) deal no matter what they say to seal the deal immediately. They know that the chance of making the sale decreases substantially if they let you walk out the door. Look up the product and be patient. You’ll be surprised how much you can save by seeming really uncertain and uneasy about the price!

Ultimately, buying a bed should not be haphazardly chosen. Consider that you spend nearly one third of your life in bed. Spending 5-10 hours to select the best mattress that you are able to afford will be time exceptionally well spent.

Good luck finding a good sleep! Please leave a comment if you have any questions.