How to choose the right bed: 6 Factors for the right choice!

Choosing the right bed is a very important decision that can significantly affect your overall health, comfort and relaxation.

After all, a large part of our lives is dedicated to sleep, not even counting the hours we simply lie down and relax in bed.

With this in mind, we are inevitably led to the following question:

How to choose the right bed?

That’s exactly what we’re going to help you with, as below we will talk about the most important factors you should take into account and we will give you some useful tips on how to make the right choice!

So what do you think? Shall we get started?

1. Sleeping position & mattress

The position in which you sleep plays an important role when you are choosing a bed.

Different sleeping positions require different levels of support and comfort.

For example, if you usually sleep on your back, you need a mattress that provides support to keep your spine straight. So, medium or firm mattresses are ideal for this sleeping position.

If you sleep on your side, you’ll need a mattress that conforms to the contour of your body. Such a mattress is going to provide relief for your shoulders and hips, which are the points of your body that take the greatest pressure in this sleeping position. For this posture, it is advisable to choose a soft or medium mattress with good body conforming properties.

Finally, if you sleep on your stomach, then you will need a stiffer mattress to prevent the hips from sinking too deep into it, which can lead to poor spinal alignment.

For more information on choosing the right mattress, read our related article:

The Best Sleeping Mattresses: How to choose the right one?

2. Mattress firmness and personal preferences

Obviously, apart from the sleeping position that determines how firm or not the mattress will be, your personal preference also plays a big role.

So, you can see what suits you in terms of comfort and relaxation and decide whether you want to lie down and sleep on a soft, medium, firm or extra firm mattress.

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So, a certain level of firmness may generally be recommended depending on your sleeping position, however your personal preferences may vary.

That means that, in addition to your sleeping position, you should take into account what level of firmness is comfortable for you.

3. Bed type

There are several types of beds to choose from.

For example, you can find beds with a headboard, which are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

In terms of functionality, the headboard provides support in case you want to sit on your back (e.g. for reading), while it can also improve the aesthetics of the bed, as you can choose between different designs, materials, etc.

You can even get a bed with a footrest, which, apart from the aesthetics, can also serve from a practicality point of view, as you can sit on it or place things on it.

There are also platform beds, which have no footrests and their sides are low, four-poster beds, beds with a reclining mechanism, etc.

4. Bed size & dimensions

Another important factor to consider in order to choose the right bed is its size and dimensions.

The size and dimensions depend on your personal needs, the space available in your bedroom and whether you sleep alone or with someone else.

More specifically, the most common sizes are:

• Twin / Single bed: Suitable for a person sleeping alone.
• Twin XL: Single bed, longer than the Twin, ideal for taller people.
• Full / Double bed: A bed for two people.
• Full / Double XL: Same as above, but longer.
• Queen: Same length as above, but it is longer in width and fits two people more comfortably. It is the most popular size for couples and large bedrooms.

Of course, there are more bed sizes, but they are even larger and are preferred less often and for larger than average homes.

Before you settle on a size, make sure you measure the dimensions of your bedroom to make sure the bed you are going to buy fits comfortably in your space.

5. Bed material

Could you choose a bed without considering the material it is made of?

Of course not!

Usually beds are made of wood or metal.

And often wood is the material that is most preferred by people. In fact, the wood may even be painted, varnished, “watered” or “upholstered”. In general, this material can give a rustic or traditional feel.

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On the other hand, there are also metal beds, which can be more retro or modern and usually are more durable than wooden beds.

You may now be wondering which are the sturdier beds: the wooden or the metal ones? To get the answer and as much information as you need about whether to choose a metal or wooden bed, read our related article!

6. Storage options

Would you like your bed to perform another useful function, besides the classic one of welcoming your tired body?

Are you maybe planning to have a lot of stuff in your bedroom and are looking for the right way to store it?

Then the ideal choice for you (especially if your bedroom is small) is a bed with storage space. Usually, these beds are made so that the frame can be raised upwards.

Raising the frame reveals a whole space underneath (roughly equal to the surface area covered by the bed) that lends itself to storage.

How to choose the right bed – Conclusion

Choosing the right bed is a process that requires careful consideration of all the above factors, as the choice will affect the quality of your sleep, your overall health and well-being as well as your comfort and relaxation.

By taking into account the criteria presented above, you will be able to enjoy restful nights and improved sleep in your new bed.

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