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A comfortable mattress is important for a restful and comfortable night’s sleep . It helps you wake up well-rested the next morning and start the new day well. This promotes your health and well-being.

What characterizes a good mattress?

• No bedroom can do without a mattress in the bed. You can lie and sleep comfortably on the comfortable cushions . This way your body and mind can regenerate from the tasks you have completed.
• The special home textiles support and relieve you so that your muscles and spine can relax. This prevents tension and back pain, regardless of whether you sleep on your back, side or stomach.
• A good mattress adapts to your anatomy and sleeping position without creating hollows or pressure points. This can significantly increase your sleeping comfort.
• Which mattress is right for you depends on many factors. In addition to your preferred position for sleeping at night, these include your height, your figure and your weight. It also plays a role whether you are lying on it alone or with someone else.

What types of mattresses are there and what advantages do they offer?

Spring mattresses

Robust spring mattresses are one of the most popular types of mattress. They have a core made of spiral steel springs inside , which are surrounded by a layer of padding and an outer cover. Thanks to their hollow spaces, they are breathable. Heat and moisture do not build up when you are warm at night or sweat quickly. There are two main types: in Bonell spring mattresses , a spiral connects the individual springs, while in pocket spring mattresses, the springs are in pockets sewn together.

Box spring mattresses

• A box spring bed consists of three elements: a frame with a spring core, a spring mattress on top and a topper, i.e. a soft pad.
• If you don’t want to buy a complete box spring bed, you can equip your existing bed frame with a box spring mattress. These are special spring mattresses.
• Unlike conventional mattresses, they have double springs. This increases their support and makes them more comfortable.

Foam mattresses

• Foam mattresses adapt perfectly to your body because they follow your contours. Heavier areas like the shoulders sink in, while lighter areas are supported.
• The light foam mattresses are made of polyurethane plastic. They also store heat well, so you don’t get cold so easily. If you sleep restlessly, no noise is generated.
• Widely used cold foam mattresses are elastic and flexible, but at the same time they return to their original position quickly thanks to their stability. These comfortable models help you with back problems.
• Comfort foam mattresses are similar to memory foam but are made with heat. They are a little softer and are better if you sweat at night.
• Visco mattresses are also called memory foam mattresses. They are made of several layers that support the body with point elasticity and yet still give way. The mattress shapes itself individually for you through body heat and weight. The thermoelastic foam ensures a weightless lying feeling.
• Gel foam mattresses consist of a layer of expanded, soft gel with a supporting core of firm foam. These variants combine the advantages of cold and visco foam, are point-elastic and stable.

Latex mattresses

Latex mattresses are soft and cuddly. They relieve pressure on your back and joints and offer good point elasticity by adapting to your shape. Since they don’t make any noise, they are suitable if you turn around a lot at night. These mattresses usually have channels built into the inside through which moisture is transported away. This helps you when you sweat. Some variants are made of natural rubber, others have a synthetic core.

Foldable mattresses

Foldable mattresses can be easily folded and stored away when you don’t need them. This makes them easy to transport. When guests come, you can simply unfold them and create a comfortable bed.

Tip: Some folding mattresses are made of kapok. The tropical natural fiber scores points because it is soft and light. Kapok is hollow and smooth and shiny on the outside. Kapok mattresses cool you down when you sweat.

Airbeds

Like folding mattresses, airbeds are a practical and flexible sleeping option for guests. When you need the airbed, you can quickly pump it up. Otherwise, you can fold the mattress up and easily store it in the closet. Airbeds are usually larger than air mattresses – and more comfortable.

How do I find the right firmness for my mattress?

• The firmness of a mattress says something about how deeply your body sinks while you sleep.
• The information is not standardized, but is similar for different manufacturers. As a rule of thumb: the more you weigh, the higher the degree of hardness should be.
• H1: These very soft models are mainly intended for children, teenagers or light people weighing a maximum of 45 to 55 kg. You will rarely find them.
• H2: Such mattresses are recommended for you if you weigh between 60 and 80 kg.
• H3: Mattresses with this degree of firmness are the most common variants. They are firmer and more stable and suitable for people weighing 80 to 100 kg.
• H4: If you weigh more than 100 and no more than 150 kg, you should choose hardness level H4.
• H5: These very firm mattresses are a good choice if you weigh more than 130 kg.

What else should I pay attention to when buying a mattress?

Reclining areas

• Mattresses are divided into lying zones, each of which supports certain areas of the body. The weight can be distributed more evenly because the back needs more support than the legs, for example.
• With three zones, the mattress stabilizes the shoulders, lumbar region and pelvis. The areas for the shoulders and pelvis are softer than the area for the lumbar region. The latter relieves pressure on the spine.
• A five-zone mattress supports the head and neck, is soft on the shoulders and pelvis and slightly firmer on the thighs and feet.
• A mattress with seven zones offers the highest level of comfort and stabilizes the entire body. The head and neck are supported slightly, the lower back more strongly. The shoulder and pelvic zone is soft. The area for the thighs is firmer, the area for the calves is flexible and the foot zone is firm.

Density

The density of foams tells you something about their density. It tells you how much material in kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³) was used in their production. The higher the density, the longer the mattress will last. It can be between 25 and 60 kg/m³. Make sure that your mattress has at least 40 to 45 kg/m³.

Height

The height of a mattress is particularly important if you weigh more – otherwise you won’t be able to sink in sufficiently. If you weigh more, the model should be at least 24 cm high. Box spring mattresses are up to 35 cm higher than standard models. This makes getting into bed higher. This makes it easier for older or physically disabled people to get up and lie down.

Dimensions

The size of mattress you need depends on the size of your bed frame – and whether you are sleeping alone or with a partner. The most common sizes are 90 x 200 cm (single size), 140 x 200 cm (double size), 160 x 200 cm (queen size) and 180 x 200 cm (king size). However, there are other sizes, such as 120 x 200 cm or 200 x 200 cm. You can also find extra-long sizes for tall people at 210 or 220 cm. As a couple, you can either choose a large mattress from 160 cm, or you can opt for two small ones measuring 80, 90 or 100 x 200 cm. This is advantageous if you want different degrees of firmness or lying zones.

Which mattress is suitable for whom?

Side sleeper

If you sleep on your side, your hips and shoulders should be able to sink in well, while your waist is supported at the same time. A mattress with high point elasticity and flexibility is therefore a good idea. Visco, cold foam and latex mattresses with seven zones offer this. Their good springing properties counteract the hollows that could be created by your shoulders and pelvis.

Stomach sleepers

To avoid a hollow back, stomach sleepers need a well-supported middle area that is not too soft. A spring core or viscoelastic mattress is a good choice and prevents back pain. If it has five zones, the lumbar area is not extra stabilized – this makes lying down comfortable. With spring core mattresses, the steel springs provide support and viscoelastic mattresses prevent you from sinking too deeply.

Back sleepers

If you sleep on your back, mattresses with seven zones are suitable, as they provide good overall support for your body. This allows your spine to retain its natural S-shape even when lying down. A latex, spring core, cold foam or viscoelastic mattress provides the necessary stability.

Allergy sufferers

If you are allergic, foam mattresses are particularly useful. Mites cannot nest easily in these models and dust is less likely to settle. Latex is also suitable – but only if you are not allergic to latex.

Comfortable sleeping place for spontaneous visits

The evening with your friends and good food was nice, fun and lasted longer than you thought. So that you can sit together until late and no one has to drive home so late, you get your folding mattresses out of the closet. In just a few easy steps, you unfold the light mattresses in your living room, lay out the bed linen and your spontaneous overnight guests have a comfortable place to sleep. Here you can find out which models of the practical mattresses are available and what you should look out for when buying one.

Folding mattresses: versatile and easy to transport

Folded up folding mattresses are easy to store and, thanks to their low weight, can be quickly taken out and used when needed. If you lean your folding mattress with the headboard against a solid back wall, you can use it as a sofa and create an additional seat when you have visitors. When fully unfolded, the folding mattress becomes a guest bed. Thanks to its small packing size, you can also easily transport it in the trunk when traveling.

You can choose from these folding mattress models

Depending on their size and features, folding mattresses are used for different occasions. These models are available for you to choose from.

Children’s mattresses

Mattresses for children have an area of 90 x 90 cm up to 120 x 60 cm and are about 5 cm thick. When folded up, these mattresses are 45 x 90 cm or 60 x 40 cm. Thanks to their low weight of 0.7 to 1.2 kg, you can easily transport them in the carrying bag provided. The outer material made of 100% polyester is robust and washable. Folding mattresses can be easily combined with a travel bed for children in the right size. This means that you have a quiet and safe place for your offspring to sleep even on vacation. Children’s mattresses cost €30 to €40.

Single mattresses

Folding mattresses for one person are 190 cm long, 70 cm wide and 10 cm thick. When folded, with external dimensions of 60 x 40 cm and a thickness of 15 cm, they take up very little space and are easy to store. The outer material is made of a breathable cotton-polyester mix, the filling is made of 100% polyurethane, which adapts well to your body. The three-part foam mattress can be kept folded up using a Velcro fastener. This means that a folding mattress can be used as an armchair and you have additional seating for your guests. The mattress, which weighs around 2 kg, is easy to transport thanks to a sewn-on carrying strap. Single mattresses are available for €40 to €45.

Double mattresses

A folding mattress for two people is 195 to 200 cm long and between 140 and 180 cm wide. It weighs between 4 and 6 kg. When unfolded, the mattresses are between 12 and 24 cm high. The core of these folding mattresses is made of cold foam so that two people can lie comfortably . This gives the mattress a higher density and better cushioning. If you fold it lengthways, you halve the width to 70 to 90 cm. And folding mattresses that can be folded six times become a cube that you can use as a table or stool . The outer material made of cotton and polyester is easy to care for and breathable. Double mattresses cost between 160 and 300€.

How to clean and care for your mattress

After use, you can easily clean your folding mattress and put it away until the next time you use it.

• Before sleeping, cover the folding mattress with a duvet cover. This way, the mattress absorbs less sweat and dust.
• Wash removable covers in the washing machine at 30 °C.
• First, remove dust and dirt from non-removable covers with a vacuum cleaner .
• You can then use a sponge and some lukewarm water to apply upholstery cleaner to the mattress to gently remove sweat and stains.
• Only moisten the mattress slightly and then dry it in a well-ventilated area. This will prevent odors from forming.

Conclusion: Folding mattresses as an uncomplicated sleeping option

Whether you have spontaneous overnight guests, need a place to sleep yourself or want a quiet place for your child when traveling: folding mattresses are comfortable, space-saving and easy to transport and store.

• Folding mattresses for children are between 90 and 120 cm long and 60 to 90 cm wide. You can transport them in a carrying bag and combine them with the matching travel bed.
• Folding mattresses for one person are 70 cm wide and 190 cm long. Their outer material is made of a breathable cotton-polyester mix and their filling is made of body-relieving polyurethane. A Velcro fastener holds the three parts together during transport and a loop makes it easy to carry the mattress.
• Folding mattresses for two people are around 200 cm long and 140 to 180 cm wide. The cold foam core cushions the heavy weight well. If you halve the mattress, you can use it as a single bed or use it as a sofa with the headboard leaning against the wall.

6 tips: How do I care for a mattress properly?

1. Many mattresses should be turned regularly, ideally every three months. This way, all areas are worn evenly and no indentations form.
2. But be careful: with some mattresses, turning them over would be counterproductive. You should not turn models with predefined lying zones or memory foam mattresses. Always pay attention to the manufacturer’s instructions.
3. You should vacuum your mattress once a month to remove dander, dust, dirt and mites.
4. Use a mattress protector to protect the upholstery. Wash this and any removable covers in the washing machine every three months. Temperatures of at least 40 °C are usually possible.
5. Allow air to circulate under the mattress. This is why you should not store things under the bed.
6. Since a mattress loses its elasticity over time, you should replace it every eight years at the latest – together with the slatted frame.

Tip: You can read what else you should consider when cleaning your mattress in the linked guide article.

6 Tips: What accessories do I need for a mattress?

1. Mattresses usually lie on a slatted frame – except for a box spring bed. This allows your mattress to be ventilated from below and makes you lie more comfortably. An adjustable slatted frame increases comfort.
2. You need a bed sheet in the right size for your mattress . You can choose it according to the season: flannel or terry cloth keep you warm, while smooth materials like silk keep you cool in summer.
3. You place a topper on top of the mattress as an additional layer . It is made from an inner core and a removable cover. Like a mattress pad, it protects the base, but also increases the comfort and improves sleep.
4. Duvets are a basic part of a bed and mattress. You cover yourself with a duvet so that you are comfortable and your body does not get cold while you sleep.
5. You rest your head on the pillow. This is comfortable and prevents your neck from hurting in the morning.
6. You cover the blanket and pillows with matching bed linen.