Guaranteeing a restful sleep and allied to daily well-being, the mattress is chosen with care and attention. Models of all types are sold on the market: spring mattresses, foam mattresses, latex mattresses, etc. Among the essential points to take into account when choosing a mattress, there is the size, the technology and the level of support provided. Find out everything there is to know about the subject in this article.
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There are many brands of mattresses. However, it is difficult to be certain of the quality of the products offered. To avoid unpleasant surprises, it is best to opt for a mattress from a French brand. French bedding manufacturers set themselves high standards in terms of finish and mattress comfort. They also take consumer needs into account when designing and producing their products.
In addition, the quality of mattresses made in France is guaranteed by very strict standards in terms of health and ecological quality. By opting for a mattress made in France, you will therefore be sure to enjoy a good night's sleep in a comfortable, healthy mattress adapted to your tastes, your needs and your sleeping habits.
Criteria for choosing the best mattress
Mattress dimensions
Mattresses are available in several sizes. It can range from 70×190 cm to 200×200 cm. To choose yours, you must take into account your height and that of your spouse. For example, if you are over 1.80m, opt for 140×200.
It is also useful to take into account your sleeping habits when choosing the size of the mattress. Therefore, it is better to choose a Bultex 160×200 mattress if you are used to sleeping two. This way, everyone will have enough space to sleep comfortably without disturbing the other.
The 180×200 models are perfect for parents whose children like to crawl into bed. As for the 70 and 80 mattresses, they are suitable for benches and twin beds. On the other hand, the 120, 130 and 150 models are good alternatives to the 140 and 160, if the room space is relatively limited.
What dimensions for two people?
Bedding technology
There are different types of mattress technology. Each has unique features that meet the desires and needs of sleepers.
The spring mattress is currently the most widespread technology. There are different types of springs on the market: pocket, multi-air and hourglass. Their manufacturing process is quite similar. In the form of springs, the thermoformed steel wires are individually packaged in textile bags. The spring mattress appeals for several reasons. Its level of support is point by point. This precision increases with mattresses equipped with 3 or 5 comfort zones. These types of mattresses are also appreciated for their durability, their sleeping independence and their excellent level of ventilation. Movements are absorbed during the night and the bedding is optimally ventilated, which allows you to enjoy a healthy bedding and a restful sleep.
This type of mattress stands out for the progressive and morphological sensation it offers. It can be made with natural latex from rubber tree sap or synthetic latex. But in any case, the latex mattress offers a very good reception on the different areas of the back, as well as soft and progressive support. It also provides good ventilation thanks to the perforated latex. Like most mattresses, the latex mattress can have different comfort zones. This technology is perfect for those looking for suppleness and elasticity at bedtime.
The most demanding sleepers will find what they are looking for with foam mattresses. The latter are known for their ability to hold the body well in the material and the soft and progressive sleeping sensation they offer. Foam technology is usually made of polyurethane, a hypoallergenic material free of CFCs. To benefit from finer support precision, you can opt for a foam mattress with 3 or 5 comfort zones.
If you decide to opt for this type of mattress, be sure to choose a high-resilience foam model whose density is equal to or greater than half your weight for maximum comfort. Note also that there are memory foam mattresses. Originally developed by NASA, this specific technology offers an enveloping sensation, while eliminating pressure points.
There are also relaxation mattresses which are mainly used on electric and TPR bed bases. They can be foam, spring or latex.
Choose the technology according to your needs and budget
The composition of the mattress
The composition of the mattress is a criterion not to be overlooked. It is one of the major elements that guarantee your comfort and the quality of your sleep. Note that a mattress is made up of different parts. The support layer, for example, is the outer part of the mattress. Also called upholstery, it can be designed with different materials depending on the type of reception sought and the summer/winter sides.
The core of the mattress provides support for the body during the night. As the name suggests, it is the heart of the mattress and therefore the most important part of it. Depending on the needs and sleeping habits, different technologies can be used for its realization.
Finally, the fairing is the outline of the mattress. It is at this level that the handles are placed to allow the passage from the summer side to the winter side.
Mattress support
Of course, you have to take into account the type of support you are looking for when choosing the right mattress. This must be able to guarantee optimal alignment of the spine to promote relaxation and relieve the body of pressure points suffered during the day. To do this, the support of the mattress must be adapted to the morphology of the sleeper. Therefore, it is essential to know that there are three families of support in bedding.
The balanced support is recommended for people with a small morphology and weighing between 50 and 65 kg. On the other hand, the firm support is suitable for standard sizes (65 kg to 80 kg). Finally, people with an imposing morphology (more than 80 kg) will turn to the very firm support.
Balanced support to sleep like a baby
The type of reception
It is imperative to choose your mattress according to the type of reception expected. Comfort, sleep time and quality of sleep depend on this, among other things. The reception of the mattress must provide a pleasant feeling when sleeping.
There are different types of reception: soft, firm and enveloping. They are chosen according to the tastes and needs of the sleeper. The soft and balanced reception is made up of relatively thick layers of wool, cotton, wadding or linen and comfort foam. It is usually combined with firm or balanced support. This type of accommodation is recommended for people who like to sink into the mattress when sleeping.
The firm reception has layers of cotton, wadding or wool combined with a little comfort foam. With firm or very firm support, this type of support is perfect for those who like to feel supported when sleeping.
On the other hand, the enveloping welcome is appreciated for its ability to offer a real feeling of cocoon to the body. Its thick layers are usually designed with memory foam and comfort foam-like materials. For information, memory foam or viscoelastic foam is particularly warm. This is why some models only have them on the winter side. This allows you to enjoy both the comfort of the reception and the freshness of the bedding.
Soft, firm or enveloping – adapted to your morphology
Comfort zones
The concept of zones has recently appeared in the field of bedding. It consists of slightly varying the support according to the density of the parts of the body on the bed. In particular, there are 4 types of zoning.
Monozone means the support is the same across the entire mattress. A mattress with 3 comfort zones provides more support for the head, pelvis and legs. The 5 comfort zones are located in the head, shoulders, lower back, pelvis and legs. Finally, there are mattresses with 7 comfort zones that support the thighs and feet in addition to the head, shoulders, lower back, pelvis and legs.
To enjoy optimal comfort, you should also choose a suitable bed base. This will allow the mattress to “breathe” each time it is compressed. Whatever type and size of mattress you want, always be sure to test it out before buying. This will save you wasting time and money. The same goes for the box spring.
