We have been providing beds Northern Ireland wide for over 30 years. One of the most significant aspects of a mattress, the kind of bed that you want and of course the size, is the firmness – so the question “Is a firm or soft mattress better?”.
While there are factors such as sleeping position and body type that may be factored into the ‘right’ firmness’, ultimately, the firmness for each person is determined by their own level of desired comfort.
You’ve probably heard about the differences between soft and hard mattresses and why you might prefer one over the other. Your sleep position and body type might influence the firmness of your mattress, but ultimately, the firmness you choose is influenced by your own comfort level and desire.
If you are unsure on the firmness of your mattress and want some advice, we have put together some of the top tips and recommendations for you, having sold beds in Belfast for a long time, we know the perfect accompanying mattress for everyone.
The Firmer The Better For Your Back
Investing in a firm mattress is something that has long term health benefits in regards to your back. A firm mattress gives your body the ultimate support and keeps your body in a good straight pose while you sleep. If you have back pain or trouble sleeping, a firm mattress is probably the right choice for you.
The Most Important Factors Are Quality And Support
A firm mattress has multiple layers of support that keep your body in the best sleeping position and maintain appropriate spinal alignment, this gives your body, muscles and joint s the chance to relax as you are very well supported and your body naturally relaxes.
If your mattress is too soft, your muscles are forced to do all of the supporting, and you wake up with back discomfort, stiffness, a general sense of tension, and even fatigue – after a full night’s sleep, that is not the desired outcome.
There is also the fact that a soft mattress provides a level of comfort by providing a soft, cuddly sensation. At Classic Carpets and Beds, we have the solution for the best of both worlds – a firm mattress with a plush pillow top for added comfort.
The Wrong Mattress Will Almost Certainly Cause Pain
A mattress that is too firm will press against pressure points and cause alignment issues and discomfort. Those pressure spots however on a soft mattress, will not be effectively supported if the mattress is overly soft. Both of these conditions can result in morning back pain and unfortunately is very common in Northern Ireland.
Take Your Sleeping Position Into Consideration
Soft mattresses are more suited to hip and shoulder sleepers – providing comfort to their sleeping style. While firm mattresses are more suited to back and stomach sleepers, as it gives more back and stomach support.
So, as you can see, there are many factors that need to be considered when choosing a mattress. Whatever feels best to you is the best option for you, but make sure not to go for just the squishy feeling, make sure you consider your back, joints and muscles in your decision making process. It comes down to personal preference really, unless you suffer from back pain and then it is highly recommended that you opt for a firm mattress for extra support and overall – a better night’s sleep.
If you are still unsure what mattress is best for you, then you can give one of our experts a call and they will happily answer any questions that you may have. When it comes to buying a mattress in Northern Ireland, we are a trusted and well established business that focus on quality, support and comfort at affordable prices, because a good night’s sleep is for everyone and shouldn’t break the bank.
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