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Thursday 12 September 2013

Top Off Your Night With Memory Foam


After a long day of work or a long day of play, everyone deserves to have a good night’s rest. However, many of us have mattresses that we have slept on for many years. We feel like we have to sleep on our mattresses until they literally fall apart underneath of us because they cost us so much money. We don’t want to have to go and buy a new mattress due to the cost factor, no matter how terrible we are sleeping at night.

Believe it or not, there is a better night’s rest in your future, without the pricey new mattress! A memory foam mattress topper is just what you need when your mattress is no longer comfortable, but you don’t have the money to spend on a whole new mattress. The memory foam topper works just like the memory foam mattress. It is manufactured in such a way that it senses the heat in your body and contours to your body accordingly. Then, in the morning, when you get up, the memory foam topper resumes its smooth looking shape. The topper fits right on top of your current mattress, so there is no super heavy lifting. 

When you begin shopping for your memory foam mattress topper, you will also encounter the option to purchase memory foam pillows. They are a bit more expensive than your ordinary pillow, but they are made of the same material as the memory foam topper and will also adjust according to your body. You don’t have to purchase the memory foam pillows, however, for best sleeping results, you might seriously consider adding the memory foam pillows to your order.

With a brand new memory foam topper and memory foam pillows you are sure to top your night off with amazing sleep and wonderful dreams.

A New Queen Size Box Spring Calls For A New Duvet



So you’ve found the perfect new queen size box spring. Now your task is to find the perfect new duvet to go on your new box spring. Shopping for the perfect duvet can be a fun task. 

First, you must decide on the colors for your room. Once you decide on your colors you need to decide if you want a plain colored duvet or if you want a design on your duvet. The next task is to decide if you want a fluffy duvet or if you would rather have a duvet that is thin. 


If you decide you want a fluffy duvet, then you have a couple of choices. One fluffy duvet choice is a duvet made of down. These duvets are extremely fluffy, warm and soft. However, down duvets are constantly losing feathers and thus getting feathers all over the bed and floor. An alternative to down duvets is the microfiber duvet. The microfiber duvet is just as fluffy, soft and warm as the down duvet, but does not shed feathers. Also, the microfiber duvet is hypoallergenic. 

If, however, you decide that the microfibre duvet will be too warm or fluffy for your taste, you can go the route of getting a summer duvet. The summer duvet will be made of a lighter and more airy fabric. 
Summer duvets and microfiber duvets can be found in the same place. Their prices are comparable. Both come in a variety of colors and design choices. It, then becomes you to ask yourself, “Do I want something super fluffy and warm, or would I rather have something light and airy?” Once your question is answered, it is time to have fun shopping for your new box spring!

Back Pain Equals A New Mattress

There is really nothing good about having back pain. Back pain gets in the way of everything you do including walking, running, and even sleeping. If you are the type who looks for a positive in every situation, you could say that getting a new mattress is the positive to having back pain.

Your personal situation and your current furniture will determine what you need to buy. If you have a waterbed, you certainly want to replace that. Not only can the waterbed be hard on your back, but getting on and off the waterbed can be just about impossible. Mattresses for back pain will be firm. You don’t want a mattress that is going to bulge up and stay that way. You don’t want a mattress that is going to sag over time either. A bulging mattress and a sinking mattress will do nothing to help with your back pain and you will be right back to where you started. Instead, you want a memory foam mattress. The memory foam mattresses are firm, but they mold to your body shape, providing the most back support.


When you are shopping for a memory foam mattress, you will come across memory foam mattress toppers. Memory foam mattress toppers are a less expensive alternative to a memory foam mattress and do the same thing for your back as the mattress would. If your current mattress is not loaded with bulging or sagging spots, then a memory foam mattress topper is a viable option. You may also come across memory foam pillows. These pillows are a great accessory, especially when you have a memory foam mattress or memory foam mattress topper. Just like the mattress or the topper, the pillows will conform to your body and provide a wonderful night of sleep.

Which Is Better, A Pocket Sprung Mattress or Memory Foam Mattress?



With all of the different mattress options on the market today, it is no wonder that people are left to question which is better and which one to invest in, especially since investing in a good mattress is not cheap, but is necessary for a peaceful night’s rest. 

The first thing you must know is that a plain old mattress with the typical springs just won’t do, if you want to truly upgrade your mattress for optimal comfort. Nope, instead you need to be considering either a pocket sprung mattress or natural memory foam mattress. So, let’s take a look at both so that your decision will be a bit easier. 


The pocket sprung mattress has springs like your cheap, old mattresses. The difference is in the number of springs. The pocket sprung mattress features 1,000 to 3,000 springs, whereas your typical spring mattress has only 325 springs. The increased number of springs makes it possible for your mattress to fit the grooves and contours of your body. 

The memory foam mattress, on the other hand, has absolutely no springs. A memory foam mattress sits on your bed frame just like the typical spring mattress or the pocket sprung mattress, but it is made with a material that uses your body heat to shape and mold to your body’s grooves and contours. These mattresses are known to resume their original shape faster than other mattresses.
In the end, when you are shopping, you will have to decide which mattress between the pocket sprung mattress and the memory foam mattress you want to buy for your bedroom. You will have to decide if the increased number of springs appeals to you or if the idea of having no springs appeals to you.

Turning Your Bedroom Green With Organic Mattresses



If a friend recently told you they are going green in the bedroom, you might initially think they’re headed to the hardware store to buy green paint. The simple reality, though, is that they probably mean something completely different. What they really mean when they say that they are going green with their bedroom is that they are replacing their mattress with an eco-friendly, organic mattress. They may even be choosing green-friendly linens to match their mattress choice. 

Most people are unaware that they can extend their ‘Go Green’ efforts to their bedrooms with organic mattresses. Therefore are surprised when their friends or family members present them with such a statement. Going green is just for energy consumption purposes, right? Not in this case.
You might then wonder, “Where can you get an organic mattress?” Organic mattresses can be found and purchased from some mattress stores. They can also be found and purchased on the internet. If you’re shopping online, though, be sure to read reviews carefully, because you want top quality organic materials before you actually buy. 

Your next question might be, “What bedframe holds an organic mattress?” Of course there is the typical metal bed frame that you can use for your organic mattress. Or, if you want a nice bed that matches the décor of your room and offers optimal storage, you can go with platform beds. Platform beds can be found at many stores that sell bed frames. Or, again, you can find a great variety of platform beds on the internet. Either way, make sure that the platform bed you order and the mattress that you order match in size. Many people have made the mistake of ordering the wrong size of bed for their mattress, especially if they are not ordered at the same time.

Saving Money On Bedframes And Mattresses


Cheap Bed Frames

If there is one thing that almost everyone is doing in today’s economy, it is saving money. The economy has forced many to at least think about, if not implement, couponing as a way of life. So, when forced to make a big purchase, such as a bed frame or mattress, you should definitely look at cheap bed frames and the least expensive mattresses. 

Wondering what some cheap bed frames are? The best option when it comes to cheap bed frames would have to be platform beds. They’re sturdy and inexpensive at the same time. You can find many styles of platform beds, so you can match the decor you already have in your room. You can get traditional, transitional, or contemporary. They also come in any size you want. You can get a twin, twin XL, full, queen, king or California king platform bed. With so many options, you are sure to find a platform bed to match your style and size needs. As a bonus, many platform beds offer a storage option under the mattress. 

As far as mattresses go, the least expensive option would be pocket sprung mattresses. These mattresses provide comfort and money savings at the same time. They come in any size you need as well. You can get whatever size pocket sprung mattress you need to fit your bed frame.

You may not be able to use coupons when it comes to buying bed frames and mattresses like you can on most of your daily purchases. However, shopping for platform beds will yield cheap bed frames options and shopping for pocket sprung mattresses will yield inexpensive mattress options. Not only will you be saving money, but you will be purchasing a comfortable bed and mattress that match your style and size needs.