Q. How firm should my mattress be?
The ideal firmness level depends on your comfort preferences and sleeping position. Side sleepers often prefer a softer mattress, while back and stomach sleepers may prefer a firmer surface.
Q. What size mattress should I buy?
Consider your room size and sleeping habits. Twin and full mattresses are ideal for single sleepers, while queen and king mattresses provide more space for couples.
Q. How often should I replace my mattress?
Generally, mattresses should be replaced every 7-10 years to ensure optimal comfort and support. Signs that you may need a new mattress include visible sagging, discomfort, or waking up with aches and pains.
How to clean a mattress?
To clean a mattress, start by vacuuming the entire surface to remove dust and debris. Then, spot-clean any stains using a mild detergent or a solution of water and white vinegar. For a deeper clean, sprinkle baking soda over the mattress, let it sit for several hours, and then vacuum it off to neutralize odors.
Q. How long do mattresses last?
The lifespan of a mattress varies based on its type, material, construction, and quality. Typically, a mattress should be replaced every 7 to 10 years, though some suggest replacing it sooner if it no longer provides comfort or support, or if its materials have started to lose their shape.
Q. Which mattress is best for old age?
Older people require a mattress that alleviates their pressure points and promotes healthy spine alignment. Since memory foam and orthopaedic mattresses conform to the body’s contours, relieving pressure points and promoting deep, restful sleep, Coirfit’s Memo Spa Memory Foam Mattress can be considered as an appropriate mattress option for old age.
Q. Which thickness mattress is best?
The best mattress thickness depends on your body type, sleeping position, and health concerns. Lighter individuals might prefer a thinner mattress (4-10 inches), while heavier individuals may need a thicker option (12-14 inches or more). Back and stomach sleepers often favor a 5-6 inch thickness, while side sleepers and those with certain health issues might benefit from a thicker, softer mattress (12-14 inches).
Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
Do you want to be productive, mentally sharp, emotionally balanced, and full of energy all day long? The following sleep tips will help you optimize your nightly rest, minimize insomnia, and lay the foundation for all–day energy and peak performance.
No Distractions Allowed :
Shutting off the television, putting the cell phone in another room, turning off the radio, and avoiding anything else you might have in your room that’s going to distract you.You might think that those things are ‘helping you’, but really, they’re just pulling you away from slumber.
Stick to a sleep schedule :
Go to bed and get up at the same time every day, even on weekends, holidays and days off. Being consistent reinforces your body’s sleep-wake cycle and helps promote better sleep at night.
Comfortable :
It’s important to have a mattress that’s comfortable, along with blankets and sheets that you like sleeping in, and a supportive, comfortable pillow. While we all have different needs, having enough room to stretch out, along with some comfortable cushioning, can help you get to sleep faster. Make sure your mattress and pillows are comfortable and supportive. It is important that they are free of allergens that might affect you while sleeping.
Get comfortable :
Create a room that’s ideal for sleeping. Often, this means cool, dark and quiet. Consider using room-darkening shades, earplugs, a fan or other devices to create an environment that suits your needs.
Exercise :
Exercise won’t help, right? It will just keep you up, right? Not really. The best kept sleep secret is that exercising a few times a week (Especially aerobic exercise) will give you a better, deeper sleep and let you go to sleep sooner.Avoid exercise within 3-4 hours of bed, however. Too close to bedtime, and you end up not being able to go to sleep.
Quantum of Sleep :
Getting enough sleep is vital, and for this, you need to listen to your body – some people function wonderfully with 7 hours, but others need much more. It really does depend. Most adults need 7-8 hours a night, and if you’re finding yourself dragging in the morning, try to catch a few more ‘zzz’s’ by going to bed sooner. When you’ve found the perfect amount, you should be able to wake up to the alarm ready to face the day.
Meals:
Sure, that huge plate of comfort food – meatloaf, potatoes… – it was great then. But now, you’re too full to sleep! How is that possible? Eating a heavy meal before bed can hurt you, and keep you up as your body tries to digest the excess. Instead, eat lightly, or nothing at all before you bury yourself in the sheets for the night.
Liquids aren’t your Friend :
Don’t get in a bottle of water while you’re sitting in the bed, trying to sleep. You’ll be getting up to go to the bathroom, and ruining the sleep that you just had with your little incident. Instead, drink enough throughout the day that you can go to sleep and stay asleep.
Nicotine. Alcohol. Caffeine :
Nicotine, caffeine and alcohol deserve caution, too. The stimulating effects of nicotine and caffeine — which take hours to wear off — can wreak havoc with quality sleep. And even though alcohol might make you feel sleepy at first, it can disrupt sleep later in the night.
Postpone worrying and brainstorming :
If you wake during the night feeling anxious about something, make a brief note of it on paper and postpone worrying about it until the next day when you are fresh and it will be easier to resolve. Similarly, if a brainstorm or great idea is keeping you awake, make a note of it on paper.
Make relaxation your goal, not sleep:
If you are finding it hard to fall back asleep, try a relaxation technique such as visualization, deep breathing, or meditation, which can be done without even getting out of bed. Remind yourself that although they’re not a replacement for sleep, rest and relaxation still help rejuvenate your body. And fall back to sleep knowing you’ll be much more productive and creative after a good night’s rest.