Expert tips for buying a mattress online in India without regrets

Online mattress shopping is something that is slowly being accepted and practised by people all around the world. However, mattress buying today is still being done offline for the majority of people, and all the logical reasons. Yes, you do need to know how the mattress feels, talk to the salesperson, and get a deep insight into the features of the mattress, and then, after discussing a good deal, you finally take the mattress home.

But what if we tell you that online mattress shopping can be easier than traditional mattress shopping? Yes, that's right, and if you are somebody who is planning to order mattress online then this article is all you need to be able to make the right decision. In this article, we have curated all the “firsts” that you need to know, a guide on how to choose the right mattress, and how to get a good idea of all the features that the mattress will provide you. After reading this article, you will become confident with online mattress shopping and might even help others get a new mattress shopping experience.

First thing to know: Your own Sleeping needs

You need to know three things: your sleeping position, your body weight, and spinal alignment. Let's see each one of them in detail.

• Sleeping position: Sleeping position creates pressure points in the body, and those pressure points have to be tackled by the mattress. If you are a side sleeper, then you need a mattress somewhere from medium soft to medium firm that can easily contour to the shape of your body, as your shoulder and lower hip area will become the pressure points. If you are a back sleeper, the best type of mattress for you would be a medium-firm to a firm mattress, as your pressure point area is your back, which needs straight alignment. And finally, if you are a stomach sleeper, then you should sleep on a firm mattress as your pressure point is your lumbar area, which needs alignment.

• Body weight: Lightweight sleepers, meaning those who are less than 60 kgs, for them, a soft to medium firm mattress will serve the best. It will make sure that the spine is in good posture. However, if you are on the heavier side, which is more than 60 kgs to about 90 kgs, then a medium firm mattress to a firm mattress will prevent excessive sinkage, and will make sure that your body and especially your spine gets the comfort it requires.

• Spinal Health: It cannot be stressed enough how important it is to have your spine aligned and in good form while sleeping. The quality of sleep that you get is directly dependent on how well your spine feels after waking up. If your back aches or you feel like the muscles in your back are strained after having 6 to 8 hours of sleep, then the problem is your mattress. Orthopaedic mattresses that are available online are the other best option, even if you are not facing any spinal health issues. These mattresses are specifically made to keep the spine aligned. And if there is an issue of misalignment, then these mattresses help in realignment of the spine and take care of it in the long run.

Now that you know what your sleeping requirements look like, let us now take a look at the types of mattresses that you can get.

• Latex foam mattress: This type of mattress is gaining popularity in recent times, only because of its versatility. This mattress is highly resilient and provides exceptional body support. Latex foams are made both synthetically and from natural ingredients. Synthetic latex is made of chemicals processed in industries, while natural latex is derived from the sap of rubber trees. It is then processed and made into a foam that has a longer life than any other type of mattress. Big brands like Sleepwell have and promote natural latex over synthetic latex because of its environmentally friendly properties. Moreover, if you buy a latex mattress from Sleepwell, you also get antimicrobial gel infused, which makes it anti-pathogen and prevents you from catching any respiratory disease from the mattress.

• Memory foam mattress: This mattress has been around for a while and has gotten mixed reviews. While for a lot of people this mattress has been a game changer as it provides the best body contouring and pressure point relief, a lot have complained it has a deeper sinkage than any other mattress, which takes a toll on their spine.

• Innerspring or Hybrid mattress: This is one of the oldest forms of mattresses that has now been introduced in a new avatar. These springs that make up the base of the mattress now come in pockets where the spring is put in an individual pocket, so that the chances of twisting, tangling, and breaking are reduced. To tell you about its features, innersprings coupled with a good foam make an incredible spinal support mattress, as it gives elevated support to the body. Along with that, springs provide motion isolation, which is best for couples sharing a bed. One of the best places to get a spring mattress is known other than Sleepwell, which has innerspring mattresses across all categories.

Online mattress shopping has a few established rules. The most important thing is selecting the right brand. While there are a lot of mattress brands, and a new mattress brand coming up every day, you need to make your choice wisely; you don't want to fall for a cheap mattress online. So, in this case, you should go for the best and the number one brand in India for mattresses, that is none other than Sleepwell.

Having served the country for more than six decades, Sleepwell mattresses are available online too. Sleepwell online mattress shopping is easier than ever. Just by selecting your requirements from the filter option, it will take you to the best options it has for you. From “price range” to “Shop by need” to “Shop by user” to “Shop by tech” to “Mattress material” and “Mattress feel”, you can choose from a wide range of filters to get to your perfect mattress.

Now the only thing left is choosing the size, before you buy a mattress online. Sleepwell has all three standard options: single, queen, and king size. However, you do get many size options even under these three categories. And if you are not satisfied with the options, you can even get your mattress customised. If you already have a bed frame, then all you need to do is measure the size and order mattress online. If that’s not the case, then you should always make sure that the size of the mattress or bed is one-third of the size of the room. This way, your bedroom will have space for other essentials.

Conclusion

 Online mattress shopping is an experience in itself, and today it is easier than ever. However, the experience and the feel of buying a mattress offline cannot be compared. Another thing that you can do before buying a mattress online is you can visit your nearby Sleepwell store and see your selected mattress for yourself at the store. Then you can go ahead and either make the mattress purchase online or offline.

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