Shopping for a new mattress can be an overwhelming experience. With so many brands and types of mattresses available, it can be difficult to know where to start. You don't want to pick the wrong one, drop a fat load of cash, and then be disappointed during the most sacred of human rituals: sleep. That's why we've put together this comprehensive guide to the different types of mattresses you'll find at the Furniture Mall.
Each brand has different pros and cons for how they may help or hinder your comfort, so take each into consideration. It's better to look through several brands, rather than commit to one because of its popularity. With that being said, let's start off by looking into the mattress brand that has become a household name.
Sealy Mattresses Stay Strong
Sealy started its company in Sealy, TX in 1881. For a company that has been around for so many years, you can understand why their products have persisted in the crowded mattress market. Sealy stands out in the crowd because they use advanced, precisely-engineered coil systems to promote proper alignment while delivering a "sleep-on-top" feeling.
We have 3 lines of mattresses in the Sealy Collection at our furniture store:
The Response Line: a traditional, innerspring option that provides an appropriate level of support.
The Conform Line: as the name says, the Conform Line literally conforms to your body, utilizing all types of foams to deliver comfort and support to your body.
The Hybrid Line: the Hybrid Line combines innerspring with memory foam. This means it hits all the points of comfort, support, and molds to the shape of your body.
Sealy mattresses are good because they are high-quality, they have that reputable mattress brand reputation, and provide you with a wide range of choices. Their reinforced center (where most of your weight falls) is included on all their mattresses and the foam inside is Certi PUR-US Certified. Their durability, however, does not hold up as well compared to the other mattress brands on this list and they are very heavy to move if you're planning on doing all the moving into a new place yourself.
Check out this list of the top 5 rated Sealy mattresses by US-Mattress.
Tempur-Pedic Mattresses Are Trustworthy
Founded in Sweden in 1992, Tempur-Pedic revolutionized the mattress industry with its unique memory foam material. The company quickly became a household name and is now one of the most popular mattress brands on the market.
We have the Adapt Collection, with 3 options to choose from.
TEMPUR-Adapt
TEMPUR-ProAdapt
TEMPUR-LuxeAdapt
We also have the breeze° Collection that implements cooling technology called the SmartClimate™ Dual cover system. It wicks heat away from your body if you are a sweaty sleeper. Depending on which type of mattress you buy, it will keep you cool for longer.
The TEMPUR-breeze
People trust Tempur-Pedic because its products make big promises, but have followed through with those promises. Tempur-Pedic mattresses boast features like pressure relief, joint pain relief, and cooling technology. They also come with a 90-night trial to make sure you're getting the best sleep of your life.
The downside to Tempur-Pedic is that their mattresses are some of the most expensive on the market. If you're looking for a mattress that is more budget-friendly, you're going to have to look elsewhere.
Serta Mattresses Will Cool You Off
Founded in 1931, Serta has long been recognized as America's mattress expert. With their iComfort and Perfect Sleeper technology, it's no wonder why people trust the brand so much. These mattress lines use Cool Action Dual Effects Gel Memory Foam to help keep you cool and comfortable all night long.
iComort CF1000 Medium Mattress
Serta mattresses also come with a 120-night trial, so that you can be sure the mattress is perfect for your sleeping habits. They are some of the most affordable mattresses on this list, but they don't have some of the features that the more expensive brands do.
At our furniture store, we just got in the Serta Arctic which provides 15x better cooling power than the iComfort. I asked one of our sleep specialists, Marc Trivane, to tell me what makes the Serta Arctic stand out.
Our informational display for the Serta Arctic in our store.
"It pulls heat away from you, through the mattress, all night long. Their scientists say that the best way to pull heat is through the core, while Tempur-Pedic says heat should be dispersed. It's all semantics, but it's removing heat, and you're staying cool throughout the night," Trivane said.
This particular Serta Arctic Mattress is found in our Austin furniture store.
The Serta Arctic is less money than the Tempur-Pedic, but Trivane mentioned that people are willing to spend the extra money on a Tempur-Pedic due to its reputation of doing what it says it's going to do.
Boast About Your Bedgear Mattress
Bedgear started with a fed-up father, frustrated with the lack of bedding options for his son with allergies. Bedgear is great because the brand has developed a wide variety of different options to combat different sleeping styles.
Ver-tex: Focuses on keeping you cool. Moves excess body heat away to maintain optimal sleep temperatures for a good night’s rest.
Dri-Tec: Getting hot while sleeping, and soaking through your mattress with sweat are two different things. No need to be embarrassed as a sweaty sleeper. Dri-Tec wicks away moisture.
Air-X: Ventilation is the focus for Air-X. The warm air is fanned out from the core of your pillow to ensure optimal recovery.
Hyper-Cotton: If you are looking for an eco-friendly mattress, then Bedgear's Hyper-Cotton material may be best for your needs. With a blend of 100% natural fibers, it's also easy to wash and dry.
Bedgear's mattresses can be a blend of whatever materials you need to have a good night's sleep. We also can supply you with their Performance Pillow, Performance Sheets, and Performance Protectors.
M3 Performance Firm Mattress that features the Air-X® breathable mesh panels for 100% airflow and the instant-cooling Ver-Tex® top cover.
Saving Money with America's Sleep Specialists
You may not have heard of this mattress brand, but that's not because their mattresses are anything to scoff at. America's Sleep Specialists focus on supporting locally owned businesses across the United States. They maintain a large selection of mattresses from gel, innerspring, and foam. They also are focused on tension relieving and heat transfer technology, so check them out if you can't afford a more expensive brand.
Braeburn Euro Queen Top Mattress
So, which mattress should you buy?
It really depends on your budget and what you're looking for in a mattress. If you want the best of the best, go with a Tempur-Pedic mattress. If you're looking for something that is more affordable, Serta is a great option. And if you want to try out a mattress before you buy it, all of our brands come with a trial period.
We hope this article has helped you in your mattress-buying journey! If not, feel free to give us a call or come into one of our stores and we would be more than happy to help. Our sleep specialists are enthusiastic about all the types of mattresses we have and will work to find one that won't break your back or the bank.
The Furniture Mall has locations in Topeka, Olathe, and Austin. Our furniture stores are not just mattress firms, but actually, hold over just about every type of furniture you can think of for your home.
Written by Emily Holleran