Queen Mattress – the Ins and Outs

Queen Mattress – The Ins and Outs

 

The Better Sleep Council is one of the best sources for finding information on quality mattresses and bedding, from king and queen to twin and single. We’ve gathered some research information, compliments of The Better Sleep Council, to bring you the facts about your impending purchase of a new queen mattress. We’ve done the work so you don’t have to.

 

“Queen beds are 60 inches wide by approximately 80 inches long – 6 inches wider and 5 inches longer than a full size mattress. These added inches can make all the difference in comfort, especially for couples, and have made the queen today’s most popular mattress size. However, with 30 inches of personal space, each adult still has 9 inches less width than if they slept alone in a twin bed.”

 

“Recommendations: Queen size is a good choice for guest rooms, smaller master bedrooms and for couples who prefer close quarters. It’s also a great choice for single sleepers who are also “sprawlers.”

 

“People’s bodies change over time, and their need for adequate comfort and support increases as they get older. That’s why it’s a good idea to compare the mattress and foundation you are sleeping on now to newer models at least every few years. Studies show that 87% of people who purchase a new mattress are satisfied with their choice and its impact on the quality of their sleep. Mattress technology is constantly advancing, and it’s worthwhile to visit a store and take the SLEEP Test just to see what’s new in better sleep and comfort.”

 

“How long a mattress will last depends on several factors, such as amount of use and original quality, but in general, a mattress set that has been in use 5-7 years is no longer providing you with the best comfort and support. Keep in mind that people’s bodies change over time, and the need for good comfort and support only increases with age. That’s why it’s a good idea to compare the mattress and foundation you are sleeping on now to newer models every few years.”