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So, you want a comfortable mattress. Who doesn’t? The big question is: which one is right for you? You’ve got your coils, foams, border rods-but what does it all mean? Don’t worry. All you need is a sleep style (which you already have) and some direction. Use our simple guide to get started!
1. Terminology 101 4. Size
2. Comfort vs. Support 5. Box Spring
3. Macy's Comfort Levels
Macy’s offers 3 great ways to shop for your mattress
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You'll hear so many buzzwords when shopping for a new mattress. It might be hard to keep them all straight. Here are some terms to help you out.
Innerspring Unit:
a coil and wire unit that makes up the supportive heart of a mattress
Coil Count:
the number of innerspring coils in a mattress
Coil Gauge:
the thickness of the wire used in innerspring mattresses
TIP: a lower gauge number denotes a thicker wire and a firmer mattress feel; a higher gauge results in a softer feel
Comfort Layers:
foam, padding and fibers added to an innerspring system to provide cushioning; also called upholstery layers
Latex Foam:
natural body-conforming material often used to increase softness and relieve pressure points
Visco Memory Foam:
synthetic material that responds to body temperature and weight
what's in it for you? You'll get both in every Macy's mattress, but it's important to know the difference. Comfort refers to the softness of a mattress surface-specifically the upholstery layers and how they're made. Support refers to the type of reinforcement underneath your body-affected by the innerspring system, coil gauge and coil count.
All Macy's mattresses offer plenty of support for any sleeper. But choosing how it actually feels is up to you. To make it easy, we've rated all of our mattresses based on four unique comfort levels.
Now, identity your unique sleep style below to find the recommended comfort level for you. Choose "combination" if you and your partner have different sleep styles.
While the amount of space you have will probably determine the size of the mattress you choose, here are some other things to consider while you shop:
1) Don't have room for the next size up? Maximize your sleeping surface by choosing a mattress with strong edge support.
2) A tale of two kings. A King mattress is the same length as a Queen, but a whopping 16" wider. California Kings, however, are 4" longer than a Queen, but 4" narrower than a King.
3) Plan for the future. Buying for children? Consider a larger mattress that they can grow into. Filling a guest room? Consider a Queen or two Twins that can be pushed together for couples.
It may seem like an afterthought, but choosing your box spring is almost as important as choosing the mattress itself. Here are your options:
Split Box Springs
A smart choice if you have narrow hallways or other tight spaces, split box springs come in two pieces for easy maneuvering. A split box is standard with all King and California King mattresses and an option with Queens.
Standard Height vs. Low Profile
Most mattress sets offer a choice of a standard 9" box spring height or a low-profile, usually 5"-6" tall. The height of your box spring in part determines how easy it will be to get in and out of bed, so factor in the height of your new mattress, and measure your current bed for comparison.
A final thought: Your box spring needs adequate support too, so be sure to invest in the proper bed frame for the size of your mattress. Also, consider bed bridges or beams for extra support.
Get ready for supreme comfort. You'll spend about a third of your life in bed, so it's important to make the right mattress-buying decisions. But don't forget to have fun! This is your chance to experience the sleep you've been dreaming about.
Macy’s offers 3 great ways to shop for your mattress
shop online shop in-store call 1-800-BUY-MACY
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