Most sleeper types prefer a memory foam pillow. They are excellent at conforming and provide good pressure relief. But ignoring the cleanliness of the pillow can be counterproductive. Pillows and mattresses are easy targets for dust mites. Sweat and dead skin can infest many bacteria and allergens. The pillows are closest to your face and you can end up inhaling micro-organisms that can lead to potential health hazards. The article will help you have a…
Last week, we received an email from one of our readers. “Hey Susan, I love my plush bed but now my mattress is sagging. How can I make my mattress firmer?” We always have an option to replace the mattress if it is under warranty. A sagging mattress can also be a sign of an aging mattress but Are you ready to buy a new mattress? or Do you want to make an existing mattress firmer? Let us explore…
Yes, an old mattress can cause back pain. As a mattress age, it may lose its support and conformability, leading to sagging, lumps, and indentations. These can put pressure on joints and cause pain in the neck, shoulders, hips, and back. Old mattresses are linked to back pain in many ways and factors, such as the type of mattress, a person’s sleeping habits, and their physical health play a significant role. If a mattress lacks…
To stop the mattress from sliding you need to have friction between the mattress and bed frame. Lack of adequate friction is the reason why your mattress keeps sliding. Generally, the bed with a headboard and footboard is immune and adequate to keep the mattress from sliding. A sturdy and stable bed is a prerequisite for restful sleep. Your mattress might be old but buying a new mattress will be the last option on your…
Moving your house? Don’t want to hire U-Haul or any moving company to transport your memory foam mattress? We have a complete guide on how to compress a memory foam mattress at home. The thought of compressing the mattress may sound monumental effort. You will be surprised to know that it is an easy DIY project. A lot of mattresses are selling online instead of in traditional brick-and-mortar stores. The manufacturer came up with the concept…
Latex mattresses offer numerous benefits, but there’s one group that tends to steer clear: healthcare professionals. After repeated exposure to latex products like gloves, they can develop an allergy to latex. But latex allergies don’t only affect healthcare professionals. A recent study showed that nearly 4% of the global population may have a latex allergy, including 0.8% of children with Spina bifida. Here is a breakdown of the population with latex allergy Latex allergyLatex sensitizationPopulation…
Many factors contribute to a bad back. As per the study conducted by the better sleep council, 73% of people quoted back pain from a mattress as a reason to buy a new mattress. Do you know even a new mattress can cause back pain? In today’s article, we will try to find the correlation between back pain and mattress. How a mattress contributes to restful sleep? How it helps you wake up relaxed and…
Yes, adjustable beds are worth the price and they have advantages over regular beds. Some people may even recommend using pillows to achieve an incline similar to an adjustable bed. However, if you are suffering from some health problems, using pillows is not comfortable and you will not be able to get the desired results from them. Adjustable beds have increasingly become popular in recent years and it is not a passing fad created by…
Yes, a firm mattress can cause back pain in many sleepers. It is a general perception that a firm surface is better for the overall health of the back. Although it does work for certain sleepers it is not true for everyone. A firm mattress should be a default choice assuming it will provide the required support to your spine. Taking inspiration from the internet, people end up investing in a firm to extra firm…
Choosing the right mattress for your child goes beyond just comfort. Did you know that the mattress can play a crucial role in your child’s posture, bone development, and overall well-being? If your child doesn’t get enough restful sleep, you may notice some worrying symptoms. They may wake up cranky and grumpy, display aggressive behavior at school, or become hyperactive, putting themselves and others at risk. But don’t let this scare you! It may sound…