How to choose the best king size mattress and bed.
There are so many different king size beds and mattresses to choose from. If you learn the different types on offer it should become easier to find what you are looking for. At first shopping for a king size bed and mattress may be daunting, this guide will help make it easier.
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Choose the best king size mattress
When looking for the best king size mattress you must consider a few options available to you. These are:
o Size. Believe it or not King size mattresses come in different widths, thicknesses and length.
o Soft or hard. It's a personnel preference but an important one to remember, try and stick with a similar firmness to your previous mattress as it will be easier to adjust to your new mattress.
o Which type you prefer, memory foam mattresses offer far better comfort and support then traditional sprung mattress. However a memory foam mattress might not be to your taste.
When you go mattress shopping take your partner with you. This is important as its not only going to be you sleeping on it. You both may have different preferences when it comes to choosing a mattress so try to meet in common ground. Alternatively purchase a bed frame that can take two single mattresses that way you can both share the same bed but have different mattresses.
What types of king size mattresses are there.
Air Mattresses
These are the mattresses which are commonly used on camping trips, also known as blow up mattress. There not ideal for permanent use however they are good for the occasional nap if you have to.
Futon Mattresses
Futon mattresses are not ideal for permanent use, however they are ideal if you have limited space in your house and would like a guess bed. They are relatively thin and as such don't offer guests much comfort.
Latex Mattresses
Latex mattresses are similar to memory foam mattresses they mould to the contours of your body ensuring you have superior support. Latex is also ant-bacterial and anti-microbial making it an ideal choice for those with allergies.
Memory Foam Mattresses
Memory foam mattresses are the latest innovation to the mattress world. They are similar to latex mattresses as they mould to the sleepers shape and offer great comfort and support. Memory foam is also heat sensitive and will help regulate temperature better so you never feel to hot or cold.
What is the Size of a King Size Mattress?
UK/EU Sizes are as follows.
- King Mattress: 150 cm wide x 200 cm long (60" x 79")
- Super King Mattress: 180 cm wide x 200 cm long (71" x 79")
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