How to Choose a Bed
The average time spent for sleeping constitutes around 1/3 of your life. A majority of that number will be spent sleeping in a bed, more than a sofa, a chair or even a floor. That’s why it’s very important to choose a bed that’s suited for all your sleeping needs. A good bed is an investment that can serve you for as long as ten years. Here’s how you can choose a bed.
Types of Beds
Many bed manufacturers have already anticipated the varying needs of their consumers, so there are a couple of bed types that you need to know about before choosing one.
Orthopedic Beds. Orthopedic beds usually come with a lot of scientific-sounding lip service, but they are simply beds with firmer foam with contours for your sleeping form. If you have specific orthopedic needs when sleeping, an orthopedic bed is the way to go.
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Sleep Number Beds. Sleep number refers to the number of coils attached underneath the mattress. The more coils there are, the more comfortable you are. If you’re living with someone, you can have a custom-made sleep number beds on either side of the bed depending on your wishes.
Futons. If you’re the type who loves sleeping close to the ground, make sure you get a futon that’s thick and comfortable.
Water Bed. A water bed distributes your weight evenly. However, if you toss around a lot, a water bed may be a bad idea. Get a water bed with an extra inner lining to prevent puncture.
Air Bed. An air bed adjusts to your body weight, and when filled properly, can provide enough firmness to fit your comfort.
Other Factors
Here are the other things you need to consider when choosing a bed.
Buy a new one. Buying an old bed is not worth it. You might end up bringing pests and unwanted dust mites in your home from the bed’s former owners.
Size. Form should follow function, and in this case, that simply means your bed should fit in your room and not eat it up. Measure out the size that’s available in your room for your new bed and keep that in mind when shopping for a bed.
Other features. Some beds provide extra storage underneath or can be folded up to be stowed away to provide more space.
Try them out. Take a day off to look at beds and try them out. It’s easier to shop online, but having a tactile response to bed choices is a better process when choosing one.
Don’t skimp. Remember, a bed is an investment. Go for quality, and don’t skimp on buying a good bed when you see one.