How to choose a mattress for a bed, sizes, filling, stiffness, cover

The state of the bone skeleton and muscles, the general well-being of a person directly depend on the characteristics of the place for sleeping. To preserve a beautiful posture, increase daytime performance, eliminate back discomfort, you should know how to choose a mattress for a bed, what properties this product should have in general. Experts insist that only a model that takes into account the individual needs of a person can provide him with quality sleep and subsequent vigor throughout the day.

Varieties

A quality and well-chosen mattress relieves tension from the back and fatigue from the muscles, relieves the musculoskeletal system. But not all designs are orthopedic, some models do not support the spine in the correct position. That is why the first parameter, which is recommended to be guided when choosing, is the inner part of the mattress. It can be spring blocks or a filler - natural or artificial.

The first group of products - spring mattresses for the bed, in which the spirals are arranged in blocks. At a pressure of 1 element, a number of connected turns are also compressed. A classic example is Bonnel. Its base - five-turn elements with a two-conical shape fastened together - the radius to the center decreases, and then increases again. This structure evenly distributes the load, and the springs do not touch. Elements are formed of wire with a thickness of at least 2.2 mm and are connected to each other by a steel spiral.

Bonnel spring mattresses cannot be called orthopedic. Over time, the product is pressed in the center, taking the form of a hammock. The unnatural position of the body creates discomfort during sleep and harms the spine, especially if a person has a lot of excess weight. However, they have an advantage - low price, a simple model costs from 3,500 rubles.

Bonnel

Bonnel with Coconut

Comfortable and safe products with independent spring blocks - Pocket Spring. Each item is packaged in a durable spunbond fabric cover. The load is distributed pointwise, and the mattress clearly follows the shape of the body, while the risk of structural deformation is minimal. The product serves for many years without loss of quality. Types of mattresses for beds with an independent mechanism:

TFK is a classic model with 256 springs per 1 m2. Above and below is a layer of elastic filler material. Cost - from 5000 rubles.
Multipocket (multipacket, S1000) - 450 to 650 springs per 1 m2 of block. Each coil is packed in a special sponge cloth. The mattress clearly follows the contours of the body. Price - from 6500 rubles.
Micropocket (micropackage, S2000) - from 1 to 900 to 1100 springs of small diameter per 1 m2. This is a luxury product, it almost perfectly repeats the human silhouette and maintains the spine in the correct position. Cost - from 10 000 rubles.
DS (Duet, Interactive) - mixed with large springs are small, often they are staggered. The mattress is designed for two users with a noticeable difference in body mass. Such a design does not bend and does not allow a lighter person to slide into the middle. The product can withstand loads up to 170 kg. Price - from 12 000 rubles.

Multipocket

Micropocket

TFK

Pocket spring

Each mattress for a bed has its own height, which depends on the size and number of layers of filler. The minimum is 10-12 cm. The greater the body weight of a person, the higher the product should be. The thickness of the premium models is in the range of 30-50 cm.

The basis of springless mattresses is natural or synthetic materials laid out in large blocks or layers. Fillers have different levels of stiffness. The correct alternation of layers ensures a comfortable positioning of the body without harm to the supporting apparatus. Products are soft, medium-hard and hard.

Properties directly depend on the internal content and height. A thin orthopedic mattress consists of 2-3 layers, its height does not exceed 6 cm. Popular models are 10-12 cm and the highest are 30-40 cm. The size of each layer varies between 3-18 cm. Service life - up to 15 years (spring models need to be changed every 5-10 years). Quality products do not creak and provide anatomically correct body position.

Minus springless models - high cost. For a single mattress made of synthetic latex, you will have to pay from 12,000 rubles, and models made of natural materials are estimated at 20,000 rubles and above. The maximum load on the product is 120-160 kg, spring blocks can withstand more pressure - up to 180 kg.

Soft

Springless

Medium hardness

Hard

Tall

Filler Options

In spring mattresses, elastic materials are laid on top, bottom and sides relative to the spring block. The manufacturer can use not one filler, but several to give the product certain properties. In springless models, these materials are the basis.

Overview of Natural Fillers:

Latex is a soft elastic material with good orthopedic properties. It withstands heavy weight, clearly adapts to the contours of the body, quickly restores shape. It does not collect dust and germs, in very rare cases it causes allergies.
Coconut coir is a hard filler obtained from coconut fibers mixed with natural rubber. Elastic, elastic, does not absorb water, does not rot. It passes air well, does not absorb odor. The higher the layer, the stiffer the mattress.
Sisal is an analog of the above material, only with less rigidity. Get it from agave. It is a filler of luxury models.
Seaweed - hard or medium-hard material from dried sea grass, which is woven into a net and bonded with latex. It mixes with other excipients in small quantities, as it easily crumbles. It smells good, has a beneficial effect on overall well-being.
Horse hair is a raw material obtained from the mane and tail of a horse. Hair is bonded with natural rubber. The filler is hard, elastic, highly elastic. Expensive material for luxury mattresses.

Seaweed

Sisal

Coconut Coir

Latex

Horsehair

The following fabrics act as a cushioning layer in spring mattresses: batting, geotextiles, spunbond, fibertex, thermal felt. They are fully synthetic or contain impurities of natural fibers. The materials are durable, they pass air well, do not accumulate moisture. Manufacturers also use artificial fillers for mattresses:

Polyurethane foam (PUF, foam rubber, latex foam) is a moderately soft porous material. Inexpensive filler with a service life of up to 5 years. The minimum hardness indicator is 35 kg / m3.
Embossed latex PPU - foam with an admixture of latex, which improves orthopedic characteristics. Stronger than conventional PPU, provides a light massage effect.
EcoFoam (highly elastic foam) is an advanced analogue of high-density foam. The material is highly elastic, quickly restores shape, lasts longer than foam.
Artificial latex resembles its natural counterpart, it does not follow the contours of the body so clearly, but it provides better air exchange and costs much less.
Hollofiber is a medium-hard material. It is made of interwoven spiral fibers, which are distinguished by good elasticity. Hollofiber retains heat, does not crumble.
Memorialform is a filler "with memory". Viscoelastic material is one of the most orthopedic. It changes from the heat of the body and repeats its contours, remembering the shape. Absolutely does not compress the skin, blood vessels, quickly relaxes the muscles. It is better to choose such a mattress for an elderly person - it prevents the formation of pressure sores and relieves pain in the joints, back.

Memorialform

Hollofiber

Artificial latex

Eco foam

Embossed Latexed PUF

PPU

In addition, products are one-sided and two-sided. In the second group, half differ in stiffness.

The winter-summer models are widespread: one plane is covered with a woolen layer and has a softer filler, and the second with a hygroscopic cool fabric that promotes intensive air exchange.

Winter summer

Rigidity

There are three degrees of product stiffness determined by the filler. The table describes how to choose the elasticity and rigidity of the mattress, based on age, weight and health.

Degree of hardness	Who is it for
Soft mattress	Adults weighing up to 55 kg. To old people. Patients with chronic lower back pain, joint and vascular pathologies. Lovers sleep on their side.
Medium hard	Healthy adults weighing 60-80 kg. Sleep lovers on the stomach. A pair with a difference in weight from 20 kg (a model with an independent spring block of the Duet type is suitable).
Hard mattress	People under the age of 50 years with a weight of more than 90 kg. Children from 0 to 4 years old strictly, from 6 to 18 years old at will (alternative - medium-hard models). Patients with scoliosis, intervertebral hernia and pain in the upper spine. Lovers sleep on their stomach. Athletes.

Soft

Hard

Medium hardness

A universal option is a product in which the sides have different stiffness.

Universal

Case

The right choice of an orthopedic mattress for a bed does not work, without knowledge of the properties of the materials into which the filler is “packed”. They protect the internal contents from pollution, liquids, and the accumulation of microorganisms. A high-quality cover must be distinguished by good breathability, hydrophobicity, elasticity and high strength. Materials of mattress covers:

Natural: calico, satin, cotton, linen, wool. They are comfortable lying on, fabrics provide an optimal exchange of air and moisture. Environmentally friendly and wear-resistant, but their prices are high.
Synthetic: polyester. It is easy to clean, maintains its original appearance for a long time, is affordable, rarely causes allergies.
Mixed: jacquard, polycotton, stretch. The basis is made up of natural fabrics, and 20-50% falls on synthetics. Artificial fibers give the product strength, while its environmental properties are preserved.

If you want to choose a good mattress at an average price, you should pay attention to the model with jacquard upholstery. It consists of 80% cotton, linen or wool and 20% synthetic fiber. Durable material does not retain moisture, provides proper air circulation, does not lose its shape after repeated cleanings.

Stretch

Polycotton

Jacquard

Polyester

Cotton

Wool

Calico

Dimensions

If a person has purchased a bed without a mattress, it is important for him to choose the right base. Manufacturers produce products in both standard and individual sizes. How to choose the parameters of the mattress for the bed:

Products must be from one company or at least from manufacturers from one country. The standard sizes of Italian, Russian, American models are different from each other.
The mattress should ideally fit in the inner perimeter of the frame. The technical document contains indicators of the length and width of the product - they are the dimensions that will be the best clue which mattress to choose.
If there is no data sheet with parameters, the size of the bottom on the bed is measured along the central lines. These indicators are compared with the GOST standard. If the error in a larger direction in width and length does not exceed 1 cm, the selected product can be purchased without fear. If the deviation from the standard is more than 2 cm, you will have to make a mattress according to individual standards. The surcharge is 5-10% higher than the cost of a conventional model.
The optimal height of the product is 15-24 cm. A thin mattress on the bed is used only as a mattress cover - it is placed on a crushed surface.

The table shows the dimensions adopted for the standard.

Type of bed	Width cm	Length cm
Children	60-80 (step - 10 cm)	120-180 (step - 20 cm)
Single	80	190-200 (step - 5 cm)
One and a half	120	190-200 (step - 5 cm)
Double	140-200 (step - 10 cm)	190-200 (step - 5 cm)
Round	Diameter: 200-230 cm	-

Nuances of choosing a product for a double bed

On a large berth you should not lay the foundation with a dependent spring unit - people will slide down to the center. It is also better to refuse to use simple cotton products - they spoil the posture. If the weight difference of the pair is more than 20 kg, for a double model of furniture, experts recommend choosing an orthopedic mattress type DS, based on an independent block of double springs. When a person with a small weight is located on the surface, the external spring works, while the internal spring is compressed only at high loads. Thanks to this principle, the surface remains flat, so the design will be equally comfortable for both spouses.

Under the mattress, especially if it is springless, a rack base is required. The lamellas on the frame bend slightly, increasing the orthopedic effect.

A good solution is to choose mattresses for beds, where the spring blocks provide different stiffness: on one half are stiffer turns, on the second - weaker. The inner part may also differ on both sides. If you need a large mattress without a bed, which fits on the floor or a low podium, choose high orthopedic models with moderately hard filling.

Top manufacturers

In order not to be disappointed and suffer from poor sleep, you should buy mattresses from trusted companies and preferably at specialized retail outlets. The seller must provide a product data sheet, it will show its characteristics: dimensions, description of fillers, upholstery. All certificates and warranties should be checked. It is important to carefully examine the goods, lie down on it, twist, push with your palm and let go. If the case is with a zipper, it is opened and the internal contents are evaluated.

It is difficult to determine the true quality of the product by eye, but the product from a reliable manufacturer verified by many users always meets the declared characteristics. Rating of the best mattresses of average cost:

Askona is a Russian company that produces about 800 orthopedic models. It produces soft, medium-hard, hard mattresses of different sizes. The price range is from 4,000 to 105,000 rubles.
Mediflex is another Askona trademark. The cost of mattresses is from 5,000 to 30,000 rubles.
Dormeo - the assortment of a domestic manufacturer includes classic, orthopedic models and products with a memory effect. On sale there is a children's, teenage mattress, goods for large beds. Prices - from 5000 rubles.
Ormatek - a Russian company produces high-quality products worth from 10,000 rubles, there are also elite models (from 100,000) on sale. The company has been on the market for over 18 years.
Dreamline - a domestic company produces mattresses of various sizes. On sale there are simple budget models (from 5000 rubles) and luxury handmade goods (from 55 000 rubles).

The cheapest option is a homemade mattress. You can make it yourself, using PPU and upholstery materials. But such a product does not differ in orthopedic properties and will quickly lose its shape. Therefore, you should not save on the health of the spine and the quality of your vacation, stinting on the purchase of a good mattress.