Warm Up to Better Sleep This Winter

So it’s winter. But nobody buys a new mattress just because it’s cold. Or do they? You may be surprised. Winter time might tempt you to sneak in extra comfort time under the covers, particularly over the weekends. And when you’re just wanting to feel warm and relaxed, you might pay a little more attention to the comfort and support of your current mattress.

Consider some of the things you might look out for in the performance of your current mattress. Is it still as comfortable as you've always imagined? Have you begun to notice any sagging or loss of firmness in areas? The performance of your mattress is vital to the quality of your sleep. Let’s explore a little more.

It’s not really about affording the best-of-the-best. But you absolutely want to afford the support and comfort that is perfectly suited to your sleep preferences. And, just by the way, preferences do change as we get older. So pay attention to the changing comfort needs of your body:

1. Spinal alignment: A supportive mattress should sustain the natural curve of your spine. Over some years, the imprint of your body curvature can begin to weaken the resistance in your mattress design and engineering.
2. Pressure relief: Whether you’re predominantly a side sleeper or a back sleeper, your body shape should be gently yet firmly held. You want that almost levitating feeling you recall when you tested your last mattress. You know it when you pay attention to it. Is your current mattress still holding up?
3. Motion isolation: Whether your preference as a couple is for a pocket-spring or a foam mattress to minimise motion disturbance, consider this: the design, materials and construction of mattresses have no doubt vastly improved since purchasing the mattress you currently sleep on. Even if you’re “okay” with what you have at the moment, try some new alternatives.
4. Natural body temperature: A noticeable innovation in mattress materials is the combined levels of support and comfort that allow your body to regulate its own temperature throughout your sleep time.

So, given the basics of what you need in a perfect mattress, where do you start and what do you look for?

The need to replace a bed, or even just a mattress, is not something you’d think about every day. And then, wham! You notice that your bed has passed its sleep-by date. You’ve become so used to it that you’ve hardly noticed its gradual sagging and flattening response. Until you do. And then it’s simply going to irritate and annoy you until it’s upgraded.

But what can you afford in a high quality mattress when you probably haven’t budgeted for it? While it's tempting to go for the cheapest option, don’t short-change yourself, let alone your all-important sleep. Take the mindset of value over price:

1. Durability: A slightly more premium mattress made with innovative and lasting materials, and manufactured by a well-known and trusted brand, will likely outlast a cheaper one, providing better comfort and support over time. And way more value for money!
2. Quality sleep benefits: Investing in a good mattress can prevent or alleviate health issues like chronic back pain, insomnia and allergies. It can save you downtime when you might feel sluggish or even require medical attention.
3. The daytime test: Sure, you may be enjoying extra hours under the covers during winter, but the point of the perfect mattress is to get you up and going every morning. Your daytime energy levels and awareness are very often the result of a great night’s rest and regeneration.
4. Confidence: Absolutely put a well-established bed retailer, with an accountable and proven reputation on your shopping list. The Bed Store is a great place to start.

Hassle-free convenience is what you’re after. And easy access to a reputable store in your area. Here’s how to start your dream journey to a whole new quality of sleep:

1. Research what’s out there: Look for mattresses with positive reviews and ratings. Customer feedback can provide insight into the mattress's performance and durability.
2. Inform yourself: A leading store like The Bed Store will share all the latest in sleep technology. Take your lead from that. It’s pretty much your benchmark of quality and value-for-money.
3. Check out special deals: By all means hunt around for the best price. Not always, but often, you may be pulled in by a rock-bottom price, only to find out at the store that it’s just sold out. At a reliable sleep destination like The Bed Store, you know that value deals will be in stock. And if you have a special requirement, it can so easily be placed on order.
4. Warranties and after-service: The Bed Store is an established, reputable retailer. Complete customer satisfaction is The Bed Store’s goal and commitment. A happy customer is a customer we don’t hear back from. Because they’re sleeping so well.
5. Shop around: Make The Bed Store your priority visit. Get all the information and specs on your perfect mattress, and then by all means shop around. Because that’s when your smarts will begin to kick in and you realise the awesome value and purchase confidence you’ll enjoy at The Bed Store.

There’s not much more to say, really. The Bed Store isn’t here to convince you. You’re the one to decide. Yet when you do a comparative sleep test across the amazing ranges of The Bed Store bed brands, you’ll be confidently sold on the next 8 years of sleeping bliss.

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